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← CENTER FOR FAMILIES AND CHILDREN

Form 990 for tax year 2024

Filed by CENTER FOR FAMILIES AND CHILDREN.

Totals

Total revenue
$24,877,100
Total expenses
$25,682,452
Contributions and grants received
$21,297,599
Grants paid
$0
Program service revenue
$2,903,993
Investment income
$186,411
Other revenue
$489,097
Total assets, end of year
$45,286,041
Total liabilities, end of year
$16,221,089
Net assets or fund balances, end of year
$29,064,952
Program services expenses (Part IX)
$22,332,758
Management and general expenses
$2,881,162
Fundraising expenses
$468,532
Program service expenses (Part III)
$22,332,758

Program services were 87.0% of total expenses calculated — Part IX's program-services column over total expenses, both as filed.

Line items

Every line the filer filed in Parts VIII, IX and X, as filed and in filed order. Blank columns are left out, and the lines are not forced to add up to the totals above.

Revenue

Part VIII, the statement of revenue.

  • 1a · Federated campaigns

    $1,564

  • 1e · Government grants (contributions)

    $18,660,828

  • 1f · All other contributions, gifts and grants

    $2,635,207

  • 2a · Program service revenue: Child Care

    total $1,304,615 · related or exempt $1,304,615

  • 2b · Program service revenue: Behavioral Health

    total $1,103,872 · related or exempt $1,103,872

  • 2f · All other program service revenue

    total $495,506 · related or exempt $495,506

  • 3 · Investment income

    total $185,856 · excluded $185,856

  • 6a · Gross rents

    real property $762,766 · personal property $45,360

  • 6b · Less rental expenses

    real property $383,784 · personal property $0

  • 6c · Rental income or loss

    real property $378,982 · personal property $45,360

  • 6d · Net rental income or loss

    total $424,342 · related or exempt $45,360 · unrelated business $8,983 · excluded $369,999

  • 7a · Gross sales of assets other than inventory

    securities $2,026,024

  • 7b · Less cost or other basis and sales expenses

    securities $2,025,469

  • 7c · Gain or loss

    securities $555

  • 7d · Net gain or loss

    total $555 · excluded $555

  • 11d · All other revenue

    total $64,755 · related or exempt $64,755

  • 11e · Other revenue, total

    $64,755

Functional expenses

Part IX, the statement of functional expenses.

  • 7 · Other salaries and wages

    total $11,564,476 · program services $9,744,505 · management and general $1,554,111 · fundraising $265,860

  • 8 · Pension plan contributions

    total $412,931 · program services $337,241 · management and general $63,920 · fundraising $11,770

  • 9 · Other employee benefits

    total $1,875,154 · program services $1,708,655 · management and general $138,749 · fundraising $27,750

  • 10 · Payroll taxes

    total $913,773 · program services $778,934 · management and general $114,372 · fundraising $20,467

  • 11b · Fees: legal

    total $49,807 · management and general $49,807

  • 11c · Fees: accounting

    total $153,301 · management and general $153,301

  • 11d · Fees: lobbying

    total $6,500 · management and general $6,500

  • 11f · Fees: investment management

    total $42,011 · management and general $42,011

  • 11g · Fees: other

    total $1,469,845 · program services $1,066,267 · management and general $319,506 · fundraising $84,072

  • 12 · Advertising and promotion

    total $18,410 · program services $5,817 · management and general $12,171 · fundraising $422

  • 13 · Office expenses

    total $174,378 · program services $139,075 · management and general $32,117 · fundraising $3,186

  • 14 · Information technology

    total $483,641 · program services $369,974 · management and general $96,829 · fundraising $16,838

  • 16 · Occupancy

    total $1,523,069 · program services $1,447,846 · management and general $70,052 · fundraising $5,171

  • 17 · Travel

    total $166,516 · program services $164,190 · management and general $2,001 · fundraising $325

  • 19 · Conferences, conventions and meetings

    total $281,715 · program services $231,192 · management and general $44,559 · fundraising $5,964

  • 20 · Interest

    total $30,459 · management and general $30,459

  • 22 · Depreciation, depletion and amortization

    total $369,681 · program services $345,899 · management and general $22,198 · fundraising $1,584

  • 24a · Other expenses: Delegate pass-through

    total $5,009,028 · program services $5,009,028 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0

  • 24b · Other expenses: Program Supplies

    total $899,626 · program services $883,635 · management and general $9,670 · fundraising $6,321

  • 24c · Other expenses: Printing & Publications

    total $92,248 · program services $41,992 · management and general $39,001 · fundraising $11,255

  • 24d · Other expenses: Equipment R&M

    total $28,551 · program services $23,296 · management and general $4,983 · fundraising $272

  • 24e · All other expenses

    total $117,332 · program services $35,212 · management and general $74,845 · fundraising $7,275

Balance sheet

Part X, book values.

  • 1 · Cash, non-interest-bearing

    beginning of year $255,068 · end of year $761,320

  • 2 · Savings and temporary cash investments

    beginning of year $3,404,746 · end of year $1,107,362

  • 3 · Pledges and grants receivable

    beginning of year $406,792 · end of year $1,153,932

  • 4 · Accounts receivable

    beginning of year $2,441,483 · end of year $2,577,187

  • 9 · Prepaid expenses and deferred charges

    beginning of year $449,874 · end of year $225,458

  • 10a · Land, buildings and equipment: cost or other basis

    $19,776,979

  • 10b · Land, buildings and equipment: accumulated depreciation

    $10,254,806

  • 10c · Land, buildings and equipment, net

    beginning of year $7,335,145 · end of year $9,522,173

  • 11 · Investments: publicly traded securities

    beginning of year $6,732,189 · end of year $6,853,301

  • 15 · Other assets

    beginning of year $21,007,479 · end of year $23,085,308

  • 17 · Accounts payable and accrued expenses

    beginning of year $3,435,097 · end of year $3,093,664

  • 19 · Deferred revenue

    beginning of year $318,323 · end of year $52,655

  • 23 · Secured mortgages and notes payable

    beginning of year $1,129,166 · end of year $1,039,166

  • 25 · Other liabilities

    beginning of year $13,287,860 · end of year $12,035,604

  • 27 · Net assets without donor restrictions

    beginning of year $354,366 · end of year $3,015,080

  • 28 · Net assets with donor restrictions

    beginning of year $23,507,964 · end of year $26,049,872

Mission and programs · 2024

Mission

The Centers fights for equity by healing, teaching, and inspiring individuals and families to reach their full potential.

  • Early LearningThe Centers provides early learning programs through the Early Head Start, Head Start, and Universal Pre-kindergarten programs. It provides early learning programming at centers across Greater Cleveland and through a comprehensive, home-based service team.The Centers' First 2,000 Days of Learning takes place at seven early learning centers across Northeast Ohio. Each offers:- Part- and full-day programs available at most locations- Well-rounded curriculum taught by highly qualified teachers and staff- Comprehensive support services that respond to the unique needs of each child- Clean, safe, and inviting indoor and outdoor space- Healthy meals (breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack)The Centers understands that each child and family is different so we offer several program options to deliver the best results. For our families who cannot travel to our centers, we provide an in-home early learning program that includes home visits by qualified teachers and frequent opportunities for group socialization. We are recognized by the State of Ohio Step Up to Quality rating system. A child's experiences during the first 2,000 days, from birth to the start of kindergarten, have a lasting impact on later success in school and life. Our 2,000 Days Pledge is an educational promise between teachers and parents that emphasizes the importance of a shared partnership and approach for putting children on the right path to high school graduation and beyond.

    Expenses $19,179,847 · Revenue $1,910,236

  • Integrated Health CareThrough its integrated health model, The Centers provided behavioral health treatment and access to primary health care to low-income patients. The range of services includes psychiatry, pharmacy counseling, case management, and alcohol and other drug services. Extended support services include programming that emphasizes nutrition, fitness, and social recreation. The Centers and Circle Health Services provide services in locations across Cuyahoga County offering daytime, evening and same-day appointments for primary care and mental health services. Our staff also frequently provides services in community locations and in client homes. Our clients are active participants in their treatment and care coordination plans. Circle Health and The Centers have come together to have a more positive impact on the Northeast Ohio community. Together, we provide a broad scope of essential services, including:- Primary care- Dental care- Behavioral health- Pharmacy services and medication management- Addiction and substance abuse treatment- HIV/AIDs prevention and support services- Trauma recovery services- Comprehensive wellness including nutrition education and access to healthy foodMental Health CareEveryone's brain is different and mental health challenges are common. In fact, one out of five people over the age of 18 has been diagnosed with a mental illness including anxiety, depression, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, and schizophrenia. The Centers offers:- Counseling - Psychiatry - Case ManagementPrimary CareCircle's primary care program introduces our clients to our team of doctors and nurse practitioners. At an initial appointment, a client's height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, and heartbeat are checked. A doctor or nurse practitioner will talk with the patient about health history and current habits.Addiction and Substance Abuse Counseling and CareAddiction is on the rise in our community and intervention is key to recovery. The Center' drug and alcohol counselors conduct one-on-one assessments with clients to determine the degree of potential substance abuse and then work with the client, family members, or a close friend on a recovery plan which can include individual counseling and group therapy. PharmacyClients can receive and pick up a prescription at one of our five community pharmacies. If it's determined that it would be helpful to visit a client at home to help them with medication compliance, our pharmacists make home visits. Our home visit program is the first of its kind and is showing impactful results.

    Expenses $3,152,911 · Revenue $1,103,872

As filed on the 2024 return. The filer continues this part on Schedule O, which is not shown here.

Listed in Part VII

  • Brinton Lincoln

    Chair

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2 + 4 related

  • Angela Beasley Fielding

    Vice Chair

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2 + 4 related

  • Kamaal Shakkour

    Treas., Prin. Dir. until 12/27/24

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2 + 4 related

  • Venyce Sanders

    Treasurer

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2 + 4 related

  • Seth Wolf

    Secretary

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2 + 4 related

  • Camille Billups

    Principal Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1 + 2 related

  • Daniel S Blain

    Principal Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1 + 2 related

  • James M Crane

    Principal Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1 + 2 related

  • Robert Faxon

    Principal Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1 + 2 related

  • Marla Fleischer

    Principal Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1 + 2 related

  • Judge Lisa Babish Forbes

    Principal Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1 + 2.5 related

  • Rev Dr Lisa M Goods

    Principal Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1 + 2 related

  • David H Gunning II

    Principal Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1 + 2 related

  • Moses Jhirad

    Principal Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1 + 2 related

  • Rob Kochis

    Principal Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1 + 2 related

  • Pamela LeRose

    Principal Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1 + 2.5 related

  • Matthew Litzler

    Principal Director until 5/23/24

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1 + 3 related

  • Letitia Lopez

    Principal Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1 + 2 related

  • Tracey Mason

    Principal Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1 + 2 related

  • Stephen McHale

    Principal Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1 + 2 related

  • Bradley Ouambo

    Principal Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1 + 2 related

  • Selina M Pagan

    Principal Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1 + 2 related

  • Stephanie Walters Unterweger

    Principal Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1 + 2 related

  • Manuela Weeber

    Principal Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1 + 2 related

  • Tatiana Wells

    Principal Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1 + 2 related

  • Susan Yarborough

    Principal Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    1 + 2.5 related

  • Eric Morse

    Chief Executive Officer

    Total calculated
    $407,369
    From this org
    $0
    From related orgs
    $330,816
    Other
    $76,553
    Hours/week
    13 + 27 related

    Schedule J breakdown matched by us

    Base
    $0 + $330,816 related
    Bonus
    $0
    Other
    $0
    Deferred
    $0 + $37,338 related
    Nontaxable benefits
    $0 + $39,215 related
    Filer's total
    $0 + $407,369 related

  • Christine Gambatese

    Chief Financial Officer

    Total calculated
    $267,126
    From this org
    $0
    From related orgs
    $223,923
    Other
    $43,203
    Hours/week
    13 + 27 related

    Schedule J breakdown matched by us

    Base
    $0 + $223,923 related
    Bonus
    $0
    Other
    $0
    Deferred
    $0 + $11,895 related
    Nontaxable benefits
    $0 + $31,308 related
    Filer's total
    $0 + $267,126 related

  • Carole Beaty

    Chief Program Officer

    Total calculated
    $210,616
    From this org
    $174,356
    From related orgs
    $0
    Other
    $36,260
    Hours/week
    40

    Schedule J breakdown matched by us

    Base
    $174,356
    Bonus
    $0
    Other
    $0
    Deferred
    $5,478
    Nontaxable benefits
    $30,782
    Filer's total
    $210,616

  • Lynn Palmer

    VP of Education and Fam. Services Operations

    Total calculated
    $154,108
    From this org
    $125,853
    From related orgs
    $0
    Other
    $28,255
    Hours/week
    40

    Schedule J breakdown matched by us

    Base
    $125,853
    Bonus
    $0
    Other
    $0
    Deferred
    $12,774
    Nontaxable benefits
    $15,481
    Filer's total
    $154,108

  • Edmund George

    Assistant Grant Director

    Total calculated
    $134,378
    From this org
    $105,638
    From related orgs
    $0
    Other
    $28,740
    Hours/week
    40

  • Rozlyn Grant

    Director of Curriculum & Instructions

    Total calculated
    $118,782
    From this org
    $101,798
    From related orgs
    $0
    Other
    $16,984
    Hours/week
    40

Compensation is as filed in Part VII: reportable pay from this organization and from related organizations, other compensation, and hours per week. The total, marked calculated, is our sum of the three dollar columns, with a blank column counted as $0; the form itself has no total. On a Form 990-EZ the columns are Part IV's instead, and on a Form 990-PF Part VIII's — compensation, contributions to benefit plans, and expense account — and the total sums those. A Schedule J breakdown is as filed: base pay, bonus, other, deferred compensation and nontaxable benefits from this organization, with any from related organizations beside each, and the filer's own total. It is shown with the Part VII listing of the same name on the same return. The form gives no key between the two, so that pairing is ours, and is marked matched by us.

Schedule J

Answered yes

  • 3 · Compensation committee
  • 3 · Compensation survey or study
  • 3 · Approval by the board or compensation committee

Answered no

  • 4a · Severance or change-of-control payment
  • 4b · Supplemental nonqualified retirement plan
  • 4c · Equity-based compensation arrangement
  • 5a · Pay contingent on this organization's revenues
  • 5b · Pay contingent on a related organization's revenues
  • 6a · Pay contingent on this organization's net earnings
  • 6b · Pay contingent on a related organization's net earnings
  • 7 · Other non-fixed payments
  • 8 · Paid under the initial-contract exception

Part I's answers as filed. A line not listed was left unanswered; on lines 1a and 3 that means the box was not checked.

Grants on this return

No itemized grants to organizations on this return.

Related organizations on this return

Schedule R Part II: tax-exempt organizations related to the filer by control. It does not record shared board members or money.

Taxable family on this return

Schedule R Parts I, III and IV, as filed. These record ownership and control, not shared board members or money moved.

Related corporations and trusts

Part IV: related organizations taxable as a corporation or trust.

  • Charitable Perpetual Trusts (12)

    T · Charitable Trust · OH · controlled entity

    Directly controlled by The Centers for Families and Children

Provenance

Return type
form_990
Tax year
2024
Filed
17 November 2025
IRS schema version
2024v5.2
Source object
202523219349320782

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