BLACK RIVER INDUSTRIES INC

EIN: 391658018 501(c)(3) Employment

Medford, WI

Total Revenue
$5,542,333
Total Expenses
$5,166,656
Total Assets
$5,143,119
Net Assets
$4,285,968
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Organization Details

Formation Year
1981
Legal Domicile
WI
Principal Officer
Alan Rock
Phone
7157482950
Tax Period
2025-01-01 to 2025-12-31

BLACK RIVER INDUSTRIES INC, founded in 1981, is a community nonprofit in the Employment sector that reported $5.5M in total revenue in fiscal year 2025. Expenses of $5.2M left a modest 7% surplus.

Mission

In partnership with the community, to provide people with disabilities opportunities to achieve the highest level of independence. Catholic Charities Bureau Affiliates are organized to maintain, operate and conduct; directly or indirectly; as well as to assist and coordinate activities and Social Services in accordance with the charitable Works and traditions of the Roman Catholic Church. Works are carried out in accordance with Catholic Social teachings.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $2,821,752 Revenue: $2,416,472

In 2025, Black River Industries (BRI) served 186 individuals across Taylor, Price, Lincoln, Marathon, and Clark Counties through a variety of programs and support services. Our comprehensive...

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In 2025, Black River Industries (BRI) served 186 individuals across Taylor, Price, Lincoln, Marathon, and Clark Counties through a variety of programs and support services. Our comprehensive programming includes Vocational Services, Day Services/Community Integration, Residential Services, Supported Employment, Supervised Visits, Parent Education, and Transportation. Transportation services were provided to 108 individuals to support access to employment and community activities. Through our Supported Employment program, 47 individuals received assistance with job development and placement, job coaching, résumé building, and ongoing employment support to promote long-term success in the workforce. BRI's Day Services/Community Integration program served 31 individuals. This program offers meaningful activities designed to enhance quality of life, both at our facility and within the community. The program also includes our Summer Youth Program, serving individuals ages 14-21 during the summer months. Residential services were provided to 105 individuals, focusing on promoting independence, daily living skills, and safe living environments. Additionally, BRI provided supervised visitation services to five individuals to support safe and structured family interactions. In 2025, Black River Industries employed 115 dedicated staff members who support our mission and the individuals we serve.

Program 2
Expenses: $2,166,317 Revenue: $2,014,391

Work services create opportunities for the people we serve and our staff to work together learning new skills and producing quality products for our communities. BRI contracted with ten local...

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Work services create opportunities for the people we serve and our staff to work together learning new skills and producing quality products for our communities. BRI contracted with ten local factories and three state of Wisconsin departments to employ 35 people with disabilities and 25 community staff in assembly, packaging, collating, commercial sewing, dry goods packaging, and confidential document shredding jobs. BRI also contracts to maintain five rest areas in Taylor and Rusk counties employing 6 people during the summer months. Another crew of 4 people operate BRI's commercial and residential lawn services. And an additional crew of 4 people maintain the two National Guard Armory locations. BRI is committed to providing an array of skill building jobs that encourage people with disabilities and community staff to excel.

Program 3
Expenses: $17,228 Revenue: $46,318

Food Services provides a commercial kitchen experience for individuals with disabilities in preparation for community employment. We prepare nutritional meals under contract with the Taylor County...

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Food Services provides a commercial kitchen experience for individuals with disabilities in preparation for community employment. We prepare nutritional meals under contract with the Taylor County Commission on Aging at two Senior Centers in the county, as well as for members of BRI. In 2025 we prepared approximately 7,400 meals to over 500 seniors. This number includes catered meals for the 2025 annual Senior Health and Wellness Fair. We also provided approximately 2,900 hot lunches to clients and staff; and approximately 550 catered meals to local businesses and civic organizations.

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

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Financial Overview (2025)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $2,832,880
Program Service Revenue $2,687,443
Investment Income $26,685
Other Revenue $-4,675
TOTAL REVENUE $5,542,333

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $0
Salaries & Benefits $2,659,467
Fundraising Expenses $0
Program Expenses $5,010,453
Other Expenses $2,507,189
TOTAL EXPENSES $5,166,656

Year-over-Year Comparison

2025 2024 Change
Revenue $5,542,333 $5,171,802 +0.1%
Expenses $5,166,656 $4,902,337 +0.1%
Net Income $375,677 $269,465 +0.4%
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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
7
Independent Members
7
Employees
115
Volunteers
7

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
3
$0
Total Directors
7
$0
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
John Osen President 1
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Michele Armbrust Vice President 1
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Adam Rodman Secretary/Treasurer 1
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Laura Holmes Board Director 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
Tracy Hraby Board Director 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
Patricia Krug Board Director 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
Renee Rendahl Board Director 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
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 $5,542,333 $5,166,656 $5,143,119 $375,677
2024 $5,171,802 $4,902,337 $4,352,632 $269,465
2023 $4,301,014 $3,954,434 $4,209,507 $346,580
2022 $3,834,285 $3,615,576 $3,563,214 $218,709
2021 $3,540,272 $3,154,801 $3,409,905 $385,471
2020 $3,218,511 $2,888,718 $2,949,911 $329,793
2019 $2,969,406 $2,815,459 $2,699,354 $153,947
2018 $2,545,228 $2,347,585 $2,496,335 $197,643
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