CRITERION CHILD ENRICHMENT INC

EIN: 222592997 501(c)(3) Human Services

MILFORD, MA

Total Revenue
$29,246,169
Total Expenses
$26,112,520
Total Assets
$27,740,341
Net Assets
$16,893,712
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Organization Details

Formation Year
1984
Legal Domicile
MA
Principal Officer
DR ROBERT F LITTLETON
Phone
5084733422
Tax Period
2024-07-01 to 2025-06-30

CRITERION CHILD ENRICHMENT INC, founded in 1984, is a mid-sized nonprofit in the Human Services sector that reported $29.2M in total revenue in fiscal year 2024. Revenue surged 26% from the prior year, signaling strong growth momentum. Expenses of $26.1M left a modest 11% surplus.

Mission

TO SUPPORT THE EARLY DEVELOPMENT AND EDUCATION OF YOUNG CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES. CRITERION BELIEVES IN THE STRENGTH OF THE FAMILY AND ITS CAPACITY TO PROMOTE THE HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OF CHILDREN.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $21,831,711 Revenue: $24,745,513

EARLY INTERVENTION PROGRAM - SERVES CHILDREN FROM BIRTH TO AGE 3 WHO EXHIBIT DEVELOPMENTAL DELAY OR ARE AT RISK FOR A DEVELOPMENTAL DELAY BECAUSE OF HEALTH OR ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS. EARLY...

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EARLY INTERVENTION PROGRAM - SERVES CHILDREN FROM BIRTH TO AGE 3 WHO EXHIBIT DEVELOPMENTAL DELAY OR ARE AT RISK FOR A DEVELOPMENTAL DELAY BECAUSE OF HEALTH OR ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS. EARLY INTERVENTION SPECIALISTS INCLUDE EDUCATORS, THERAPISTS, SOCIAL WORKERS, MENTAL HEALTH CLINICIANS, NURSES AND OTHER SUPPORT STAFF WHO WORK WITH FAMILIES TO DEVELOP STRATEGIES TO INCORPORATE INTERVENTION OBJECTIVES INTO THEIR DAILY ROUTINES. SERVICES ARE PROVIDED IN THE FAMILY'S HOME, THE CHILD'S DAYCARE, THE EARLY INTERVENTION CENTER OR OTHER COMMUNITY LOCATIONS.

Program 2
Expenses: $1,027,833 Revenue: $1,097,924

FAMILY SUPPORT - HEALTHY FAMILIES IS A PROGRAM FOR FIRST TIME PARENTS UNDER THE AGE OF 24. YOUNG PARENTS ARE PROVIDED WITH SUPPORT, INFORMATION ON CHILD DEVELOPMENT AND ASSISTANCE ACCESSING COMMUNITY...

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FAMILY SUPPORT - HEALTHY FAMILIES IS A PROGRAM FOR FIRST TIME PARENTS UNDER THE AGE OF 24. YOUNG PARENTS ARE PROVIDED WITH SUPPORT, INFORMATION ON CHILD DEVELOPMENT AND ASSISTANCE ACCESSING COMMUNITY RESOURCES. IN ADDITION TO HOME VISITS, FAMILIES HAVE THE OPTION TO PARTICIPATE IN GROUP SOCIAL ACTIVITIES SUCH AS HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS, FIELD TRIPS AND DINNERS. HEALTHY FAMILIES STAFF CAN ALSO WORK CLOSELY WITH MEDICAL PROVIDERS, SCHOOL SYSTEMS AND OTHER COMMUNITY BASED AGENCIES TO COORDINATE SERVICES FOR PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS. THE PROGRAM IS ALSO ABLE TO ASSIST FAMILIES WITH ACCESSING BASIC NECESSITIES SUCH AS FOOD, SHELTER AND MEDICAL CARE. THE REGIONAL CONSULTATION PROGRAM PROVIDES ENHANCED SERVICES TO INFANTS AND TODDLERS WHO DEMONSTRATE COMPLEX AND EXTENSIVE DEVELOPMENTAL AND MEDICAL/HEALTH NEEDS. WELCOME FAMILY IS A PROGRAM THAT OFFERS A UNIVERSAL, ONE-TIME VISIT TO MOTHERS WITH NEWBORNS. THE ONE-TIME VISIT IS CONDUCTED BY A MATERNAL CHILD HEALTH NURSE AND LASTS APPROXIMATELY 90 MINUTES. A FOLLOW-UP PHONE CALL IS ALSO PROVIDED TWO TO THREE WEEKS AFTER THE VISIT TO DOCUMENT OUTCOMES OF REFERRALS MADE DURING THE HOME VISIT. ALL SERVICES ARE FREE AND MOTHERS WILL NOT BE CHARGED A FEE. MOTHERS ARE THE PRIMARY TARGET POPULATION BUT ANY CAREGIVER IS ELIGIBLE, INCLUDING FATHERS, GRANDPARENTS, ADOPTIVE, AND FOSTER PARENTS.

Program 3
Expenses: $1,236,712 Revenue: $1,112,425

CHILD CARE - THE RISE AND SHINE ACADEMY EARLY EDUCATION AND CARE PROGRAM PROVIDES QUALITY CHILD CARE SERVICES TO FAMILIES OF CHILDREN BETWEEN 1 MONTH AND 5 YEARS OF AGE. EACH CLASSROOM OFFERS...

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CHILD CARE - THE RISE AND SHINE ACADEMY EARLY EDUCATION AND CARE PROGRAM PROVIDES QUALITY CHILD CARE SERVICES TO FAMILIES OF CHILDREN BETWEEN 1 MONTH AND 5 YEARS OF AGE. EACH CLASSROOM OFFERS DEVELOPMENTALLY APPROPRIATE PROGRAMS DESIGNED TO PROMOTE SKILL DEVELOPMENT AND SOCIAL COMPETENCY IN A SAFE, NURTURING ENVIRONMENT. TEACHERS ARE CERTIFIED BY THE MASSACHUSETTS DEPARTMENT OF EARLY EDUCATION AND CARE AND HAVE EXPERIENCE CARING FOR AND EDUCATING YOUNG CHILDREN. THE RSA PROGRAM IS ACCREDITED BY THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR THE EDUCATION OF YOUNG CHILDREN (NAEYC). THE CHILDCARE PROGRAM IS DESIGNED TO PROMOTE EARLY COMMUNICATION AND LITERACY SKILLS.

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Liquidity (40%) • Solvency (30%) • Sustainability (20%) • Efficiency (10%)

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Financial Overview (2024)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $6,340,897
Program Service Revenue $20,690,449
Investment Income $499,400
Other Revenue $1,715,423
TOTAL REVENUE $29,246,169

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $0
Salaries & Benefits $17,965,065
Fundraising Expenses $0
Program Expenses $24,096,256
Other Expenses $8,147,455
TOTAL EXPENSES $26,112,520

Year-over-Year Comparison

2024 2023 Change
Revenue $29,246,169 $23,149,718 +0.3%
Expenses $26,112,520 $22,769,538 +0.1%
Net Income $3,133,649 $380,180 +7.2%
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Grants to Organizations Grants to Individuals Lobbying Political Activity Foreign Activities Donor Advised Fund Schedule B Required
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Governance

Voting Members
5
Independent Members
3
Employees
361
Volunteers
6

Governance Policies

Conflict of Interest Policy
Whistleblower Policy
Document Retention Policy

Special Practices & Reported Activities

Operated a School
Operated a Hospital
Provided First Class Travel
Reported Conflict of Interest
Reported Asset Diversion
Excess Benefit Transaction
Made Political Expenditures
Engaged in Lobbying
Operated Donor Advised Fund
Maintained Art Collections
Filed Form 720

Compensation of Officers, Directors & Key Employees

Total Officers
5
$230,600
Total Directors
5
$30,000
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
5
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
MELVIN J THOMPSON CHAIR/DIRECTOR/CLERK 0.39
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
DR BROOKE LITTLETON-FITZGERALD FIRST VICE PRESIDENT/DIRECTOR 0.64
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
ROSS MAZZARELLI DIRECTOR 0.39
Director
$0 $0 $0
DANA WHITE VICE PRESIDENT/DIRECTOR 0.49
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
DR BARBARA RUGO-FOCHT DIRECTOR / MEDICAL DIRECTOR 0.68
Director
$30,000 $0 $30,000
DR ROBERT F LITTLETON JR PRESIDENT/TREASURER 1.88
Officer
$0 $0 $0
MAURA MURPHY CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER 40.00
Officer
$200,252 $30,348 $230,600
DEIRDRE MORRISSEY PROGRAM DIRECTOR 40.00
Highest
$124,114 $29,110 $153,224
MARY BISHOP PROGRAM DIRECTOR 40.00
Highest
$120,618 $12,874 $133,492
MARGARET JOHNSON PROGRAM DIRECTOR 40.00
Highest
$118,800 $21,684 $140,484
DENISE SPENCER PROGRAM DIRECTOR 40.00
Highest
$109,788 $7,116 $116,904
LIANNE RENAUD PROGRAM DIRECTOR 40.00
Highest
$123,155 $26,811 $149,966
Note: Compensation data is self-reported by the organization on their Form 990. "Reportable Comp" includes salary, bonuses, and other reportable compensation from the organization and related organizations. "Other Comp" includes benefits, deferred compensation, and non-taxable benefits.

Historical Data

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Net Income
2025 $29,246,169 $26,112,520 $27,740,341 $3,133,649
2024 $23,149,718 $22,769,538 $23,528,477 $380,180
2023 $21,466,264 $21,946,427 $26,011,632 $-480,163
2022 $23,760,474 $21,498,552 $25,228,482 $2,261,922
2021 $22,969,211 $22,599,329 $27,429,599 $369,882
2020 $25,113,818 $25,264,889 $25,410,453 $-151,071
2019 $27,960,190 $26,937,450 $21,799,366 $1,022,740
2018 $26,078,333 $25,575,213 $20,262,294 $503,120
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