Nonprofit · EIN 23-7084455
CENTER FOR FAMILIES AND CHILDREN
Tax-exempt · CLEVELAND, OH 44103
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2024 | 990 | $24,877,100 | $25,682,452 | -$805,352 | $45,286,041 | $16,221,089 | $29,064,952 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990 | $24,811,970 | $27,076,029 | -$2,264,059 | $42,032,776 | $18,170,446 | $23,862,330 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $21,297,599
- of which government grants
- $18,660,828
- Program service revenue
- $2,903,993
- Investment income
- $186,411
- Net rental income
- $424,342
- Net gain from sales of assets
- $555
- Other revenue
- $489,097
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $0
- Other salaries and wages
- $11,564,476
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $14,766,334
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Legal fees
- $49,807
- Accounting fees
- $153,301
- Occupancy
- $1,523,069
- Travel
- $166,516
- Depreciation
- $369,681
- Program services (functional)
- $22,332,758
- Management and general (functional)
- $2,881,162
- Fundraising (functional)
- $468,532
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $42,032,776
- Total assets, end of year
- $45,286,041
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $16,221,089
- Net assets, end of year
- $29,064,952
- Land, buildings and equipment
- $9,522,173
- Publicly traded securities
- $6,853,301
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $3,015,080
- Net assets with donor restrictions
- $26,049,872
- Gross unrelated business income
- $8,983
- Gross receipts
- $27,286,353
- Employees
- 351
- Volunteers
- 27
- Year formed
- 1970
- State of legal domicile
- OH
From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.
Officers, directors and key employees
As listed on the 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | From related orgs | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eric Morse | Chief Executive Officer Officer | 13 | $0 | $330,816 | $76,553 |
| Christine Gambatese | Chief Financial Officer Officer | 13 | $0 | $223,923 | $43,203 |
| Carole Beaty | Chief Program Officer Highest-paid employee | 40 | $174,356 | $0 | $36,260 |
| Lynn Palmer | VP of Education and Fam. Services Operations Highest-paid employee | 40 | $125,853 | $0 | $28,255 |
| Edmund George | Assistant Grant Director Highest-paid employee | 40 | $105,638 | $0 | $28,740 |
| Rozlyn Grant | Director of Curriculum & Instructions Highest-paid employee | 40 | $101,798 | $0 | $16,984 |
| Brinton Lincoln | Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Angela Beasley Fielding | Vice Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Kamaal Shakkour | Treas., Prin. Dir. until 12/27/24 Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Venyce Sanders | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Seth Wolf | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Camille Billups | Principal Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Daniel S Blain | Principal Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| James M Crane | Principal Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Robert Faxon | Principal Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
17 more people on this return
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marla Fleischer | Principal Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Judge Lisa Babish Forbes | Principal Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Rev Dr Lisa M Goods | Principal Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| David H Gunning II | Principal Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Moses Jhirad | Principal Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Rob Kochis | Principal Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Pamela LeRose | Principal Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Matthew Litzler | Principal Director until 5/23/24 Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Letitia Lopez | Principal Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Tracey Mason | Principal Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Stephen McHale | Principal Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Bradley Ouambo | Principal Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Selina M Pagan | Principal Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Stephanie Walters Unterweger | Principal Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Manuela Weeber | Principal Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Tatiana Wells | Principal Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Susan Yarborough | Principal Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 33 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | From related orgs | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eric Morse | President & CEO Officer | 8 | $0 | $276,604 | $53,730 |
| Christine Gambatese | Chief Financial Officer Officer | 8 | $194,076 | $0 | $42,038 |
| Crystal Mink | Director, 340B Program Highest-paid employee | 40 | $200,845 | $0 | $10,129 |
| Carole Beaty | Chief Program Officer Highest-paid employee | 40 | $170,539 | $0 | $36,310 |
| Stanislava Rubenfeld | CIA Highest-paid employee | 16 | $158,898 | $0 | $27,891 |
| Christie Tatman-Stroh | CAO Highest-paid employee | 10 | $162,147 | $0 | $14,535 |
| Kerry Bohac | Chief Human Resources Officer Highest-paid employee | 10 | $163,558 | $0 | $8,587 |
| Judge Lisa Babish Forbes | Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Brinton Lincoln | Vice Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| David Foster | Treasurer until 4/23 Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Kamaal Shakkour | Treasurer as of 5/23 Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Tomeka Robinson | Secretary until 04/23 Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Angela Beasley Fielding | Principal Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| David Biegel | Principal Director until 04/23 Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Camille Billups | Principal Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Daniel S Blain | Principal Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| James M Crane | Principal Director as of 05/23 Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Robert Faxon | Principal Director as of 05/23 Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Maria Fleischer | Principal Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Rev Dr Lisa M Goods | Principal Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| David H Gunning II | Principal Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Moses Jhirad | Principal Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Emily Huggins Jones | Principal Director until 04/23 Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Pamela LeRose | Principal Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Matthew C Litzler | Principal Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Tracey N Mason | Principal Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Stephen McHale | Principal Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Bradley Ouambo | Principal Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Venyce Sanders | Principal Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Manuela W Weeber | Principal Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Tatiana Wells | Principal Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Seth M Wolf | Principal Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Susan Yarborough | Principal Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 4500 EUCLID AVE, CLEVELAND, OH 44103-3736
- In care of
- % CENT
- Principal officer (990 for 2024)
- Eric Morse, 4500 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 441033736
- Signed the 990
- Christine Gambatese, Chief Financial Officer
- Phone
- (216) 432-7200
- Website
- www.thecentersohio.org
- Return prepared by
- RSM US LLP
Mission
The Centers fights for equity by healing, teaching, and inspiring individuals and families to reach their full potential.
Program accomplishments
- 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
What it must file and when
IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in December, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | December 31, 2025 | May 15, 2026 | Not on file |
| 2024 | December 31, 2024 | May 15, 2025 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | December 31, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | 990 on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 23-7084455
- Tax-exempt status
- 501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
- Foundation status
- Publicly supported organization (170(b)(1)(A)(vi))
- Donations deductible (Pub 78)
- Public charity, 50% deduction limit
- Exempt since
- 1970
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Human services (P200)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $45,286,041
- Income (IRS master file)
- $27,286,353
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | December 2024 | $24,877,100 | $25,682,452 | $45,286,041 | XML |
| 990-T | December 2024 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2023 | $24,811,970 | $27,076,029 | $42,032,776 | XML |
| 990-T | December 2023 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2022 | $29,836,221 | $33,128,308 | $41,712,828 | IRS |
| 990-T | December 2022 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-T | December 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-T | December 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2018 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2017 | – | – | – | IRS |
990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 23-7084455).
Questions about CENTER FOR FAMILIES AND CHILDREN
- What is the EIN of CENTER FOR FAMILIES AND CHILDREN?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of CENTER FOR FAMILIES AND CHILDREN is 23-7084455.
- Is CENTER FOR FAMILIES AND CHILDREN tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 1970.
- Are donations to CENTER FOR FAMILIES AND CHILDREN tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does CENTER FOR FAMILIES AND CHILDREN file?
- Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.
- When is the next return of CENTER FOR FAMILIES AND CHILDREN due?
- The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending December 31, 2025) is due May 15, 2026. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did CENTER FOR FAMILIES AND CHILDREN last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended December 2024.
- Who is the principal officer of CENTER FOR FAMILIES AND CHILDREN?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 names Eric Morse.
- Who are the officers and directors of CENTER FOR FAMILIES AND CHILDREN?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 lists 32 people; 4 received compensation from the organization.
- How much revenue does CENTER FOR FAMILIES AND CHILDREN have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 it reported revenue of $24,877,100, expenses of $25,682,452 and total assets of $45,286,041 at year end.
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