Cincinnati Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired

EIN: 310538511 501(c)(3) Human Services

Cincinnati, OH

Total Revenue
$11,635,008
Total Expenses
$13,615,316
Total Assets
$39,870,515
Net Assets
$35,048,938
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Organization Details

Formation Year
1911
Legal Domicile
OH
Principal Officer
Teri Shirk
Phone
5132218558
Tax Period
2024-01-01 to 2024-12-31

Cincinnati Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired, founded in 1911, is a mid-sized nonprofit in the Human Services sector that reported $11.6M in total revenue in fiscal year 2024. Expenses of $13.6M exceeded revenue, resulting in a 17% operating deficit.

Mission

Empowering people who are blind or visually impaired with opportunities to seek independence.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $2,861,286 Revenue: $3,968,045

Cincinnati Association for the Blind & Visually Impaired (CABVI) is a national leader in manufacturing, with a legacy dating back to 1911. Our program proudly operates under the Ability One Program...

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Cincinnati Association for the Blind & Visually Impaired (CABVI) is a national leader in manufacturing, with a legacy dating back to 1911. Our program proudly operates under the Ability One Program, in line with the Javits-Wagner-O'Day Act (JWOD), creating meaningful employment for individuals who are blind or visually impaired. Through partnerships with the Ability One Program, the State of Ohio's State-Use initiative, and the Community Rehabilitation Program, CABVI delivers a wide range of high-quality products. Our principal product lines include rolled paper and tape products, standard and custom signage, kitchen gadgets, door hardware, and the packaging of sticky notes and batteries. In 2024, we added the assembly of Classification Folders to our lineup, an expansion that created 10 new jobs and broadened our product mix. CABVI provided 52,917 hours of work to employees with vision loss, empowering people and setting a standard for what inclusive employment can achieve.

Program 2
Expenses: $3,758,342 Revenue: $565,184

CABVI is a multi-service organization dedicated to vision rehabilitation, serving 4,079 people with significant vision loss in 2024. Our wide range of services includes Access Technology, Early...

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CABVI is a multi-service organization dedicated to vision rehabilitation, serving 4,079 people with significant vision loss in 2024. Our wide range of services includes Access Technology, Early Childhood and Youth Programs, Low Vision Services, Rehabilitation, and Social Services. In 2024, we introduced the Vision Resource Van, a mobile outreach initiative that brings CABVI's resources directly to the community. The van travels to health fairs and community events, sharing vital information and support with individuals who are blind or visually impaired. Our Audio Information Services offer a lifeline to individuals who are blind or visually impaired. From broadcast reading programs and talking book services to personalized talking print and engaging podcasts, we ensure that information is accessible in ways that matter. In 2024 alone, we had 15,703 engagements with individuals who are blind or visually impaired through our Audio Information Services.

Program 3
Expenses: $2,028,676 Revenue: $2,700,451

CABVI runs its E-Commerce and Retail operations through two main channels: VIE Ability and Office Runway, a Base Supply Center (BSC) at Wright Patterson Air Force Base. VIE Ability offers office...

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CABVI runs its E-Commerce and Retail operations through two main channels: VIE Ability and Office Runway, a Base Supply Center (BSC) at Wright Patterson Air Force Base. VIE Ability offers office supplies and furniture to the State of Ohio, commercial businesses and individuals. In 2024, VIE Ability grew by 19%, creating more customer service jobs for people with vision loss. VIE Ability provided 11,911 hours of work to people who are blind or visually impaired. The BSC is operated under the authority of the U.S. Air Force and sells products made by agencies supporting people with blindness and other disabilities nationwide. These products are on the Federal Procurement List, so when federal employees buy them, it creates and supports jobs for people with disabilities. In 2024, the BSC provided 3,356 hours of work for people who are blind or visually impaired.

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

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Financial Overview (2024)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $2,265,174
Program Service Revenue $2,344,243
Investment Income $355,775
Other Revenue $6,669,816
TOTAL REVENUE $11,635,008

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $233,164
Salaries & Benefits $9,714,243
Fundraising Expenses $399,065
Program Expenses $10,113,806
Other Expenses $3,667,909
TOTAL EXPENSES $13,615,316

Year-over-Year Comparison

2024 2023 Change
Revenue $11,635,008 $11,432,406 +0.0%
Expenses $13,615,316 $12,945,426 +0.1%
Net Income $-1,980,308 $-1,513,020 +0.3%
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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
17
Independent Members
17
Employees
219
Volunteers
936

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
7
$526,534
Total Directors
23
$0
Key Employees
3
$552,237
Highest Compensated
3
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
Roger G Caldwell Trustee - Exited 4/24 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Lee Cassiere Trustee 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Robin Chadwick Trustee 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Sanserrae Frazier Vice Chair 2.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Brenda Gumbs Trustee - Exited 12/24 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Deborah Kendrick Trustee 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Luke B Lindsell MD Trustee - Exited 4/24 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Michael A Mize II Trustee 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Timothy G Powell Treasurer 2.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Norma Rashid Trustee 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Benjamin M Rosensweet Trustee 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Mary Rust Trustee 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Kelly Schlafman Trustee 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Joe Sgro Trustee 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Stephanie A Smith Trustee 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
John W Tolos Trustee - Exited 4/24 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Dennis W Dern Trustee - Exited 4/24 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Kim Ravenhall Trustee - Exited 4/24 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Tim Smith Board Chair 3.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Glen G Vogel Past Board Chair 2.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Patti Weller-Bresler Secretary 2.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Dan Staley Trustee - Started 4/24 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Christopher Riemann Trustee - Started 4/24 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Teri J Shirk President/CEO 60.00
Officer
$281,557 $30,107 $311,664
Monica L Braddock CFO 55.00
Officer
$199,919 $14,951 $214,870
Kimberly M McNeer VP Human Resources 55.00
Key Emp
$173,248 $23,409 $196,657
Aaron Bley Chief Mission Officer 55.00
Key Emp
$165,748 $13,509 $179,257
Jennifer C Alvis VP Business Development 55.00
Key Emp
$155,514 $20,809 $176,323
Thomas G Crawford Director of State and Commercial Sales 55.00
Highest
$114,860 $0 $114,860
Annette M Leal CMS Supervisor 55.00
Highest
$110,519 $0 $110,519
Stephen A Caruso Director of Federal Sales and Government Relations 55.00
Highest
$106,835 $2,203 $109,038
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
2024 $11,635,008 $13,615,316 $39,870,515 $-1,980,308
2023 $11,432,406 $12,945,426 $40,049,143 $-1,513,020
2022 $12,078,541 $13,083,832 $40,631,042 $-1,005,291
2021 $12,376,472 $11,480,876 $47,537,282 $895,596
2020 $12,436,368 $11,427,595 $44,328,815 $1,008,773
2019 $11,509,657 $10,686,485 $38,796,007 $823,172
2018 $10,307,039 $10,213,473 $34,091,270 $93,566
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