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Ability Connection of Oklahoma

Serving People with Disabilities

Oklahoma City, OK   |  https://www.acok.org/

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Ability Connection of Oklahoma

EIN: 73-0795371


Mission

To advance the independence, productivity and full citizenship of people with cerebral palsy and other physical disabilities.

Ruling year info

1963

President/CEO

Michelle Jackson

Main address

10320 S. Penn. Ave., Ste. 204

Oklahoma City, OK 73159 USA

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Formerly known as

United Cerebral Palsy of Oklahoma, Inc.

EIN

73-0795371

Subject area info

Disabled persons' rights

Cerebral palsy

Epilepsy

Autism

Multiple sclerosis

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Population served info

People with disabilities

Adults

Children and youth

NTEE code info

Human Service Organizations (P20)

Birth Defects (G20)

Disabled Persons' Rights (R23)

Programs and results

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Our programs

SOURCE: Self-reported by organization

What are the organization's current programs, how do they measure success, and who do the programs serve?

Durable Medical Equipment Grants & Loans

Permanent and/or temporary loans of durable medical equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers, canes, bath seats, etc. are provided without charge, regardless of disability.

Population(s) Served
People with disabilities

Financial Assistance: As funding permits, Ability Connection Oklahoma can provide assistance in funding for specific expenses related to disability that have no other source of funding. Through a simple application process, a committee reviews requests in the following areas; specialized adaptive aids, diapers, specialized formula, medical equipment and repair, etc.

New Voices: Thanks to the latest digital technology in the form of the Apple iPad tablet computer, students age 4+, that are non-verbal and have a disability, are learning to “speak” for the first time and communicate with family, friends, and teachers. The iPad's unique size and portability make it a good fit for children and adults with disabilities. Comprehensive language software or “apps” are available as well.  

Population(s) Served
People with physical disabilities

Information/Referral and Follow-Along Information is provided and referrals are made for services appropriate to individuals who contact the agency with needs and/or questions. Follow-up services are also available.

Population(s) Served
People with physical disabilities

The Willows (Norman): Ability Connection Oklahoma sponsored HUD 202 accessible living accommodations for adults with disabilities. Program consists of 44 units across 4 locations. Provide funding for residents, to participate in education and outreach activities, internet and social opportunities. 
Northcliff Gardens (Norman): Sponsored by Ability Connection Oklahoma in collaboration with the Norman Housing Authority. This HUD Section 202 Housing complex consists of 44 living units for low-income elderly.

Population(s) Served
People with disabilities
Seniors

Special Friends: A bowling league for children, adolescents, and adults with disabilities. Meets Tuesday evenings in Oklahoma City. 
Moore Xtreme: Athletes with disabilities train together to participate in competitive sports. Sports include Bocce, Bowling, Golf, Power-lifting, Basketball, Horse Shoes, Track & Field, Softball and Flag Football.

Population(s) Served
People with disabilities
Adults

Where we work

Goals & Strategy

SOURCE: Self-reported by organization

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Charting impact

Four powerful questions that require reflection about what really matters - results.

Advance the independence, productivity and full citizenship of people with cerebral palsy and other physical disabilities.

Financials

Ability Connection of Oklahoma
Fiscal year: Oct 01 - Sep 30

Revenue vs. expenses:  breakdown

SOURCE: IRS Form 990 info
NET GAIN/LOSS:    in 
Note: When component data are not available, the graph displays the total Revenue and/or Expense values.

Liquidity in 2023 info

SOURCE: IRS Form 990

57.99

Average of 41.84 over 10 years

Months of cash in 2023 info

SOURCE: IRS Form 990

38.8

Average of 31 over 10 years

Fringe rate in 2023 info

SOURCE: IRS Form 990

19%

Average of 16% over 10 years

Funding sources info

Source: IRS Form 990

Assets & liabilities info

Source: IRS Form 990

Financial data

SOURCE: IRS Form 990

Ability Connection of Oklahoma

Revenue & expenses

Fiscal Year: Oct 01 - Sep 30

SOURCE: IRS Form 990 info

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Ability Connection of Oklahoma

Balance sheet

Fiscal Year: Oct 01 - Sep 30

SOURCE: IRS Form 990 info

The balance sheet gives a snapshot of the financial health of an organization at a particular point in time. An organization's total assets should generally exceed its total liabilities, or it cannot survive long, but the types of assets and liabilities must also be considered. For instance, an organization's current assets (cash, receivables, securities, etc.) should be sufficient to cover its current liabilities (payables, deferred revenue, current year loan, and note payments). Otherwise, the organization may face solvency problems. On the other hand, an organization whose cash and equivalents greatly exceed its current liabilities might not be putting its money to best use.

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Ability Connection of Oklahoma

Financial trends analysis Glossary & formula definitions

Fiscal Year: Oct 01 - Sep 30

SOURCE: IRS Form 990 info

This snapshot of Ability Connection of Oklahoma’s financial trends applies Nonprofit Finance Fund® analysis to data hosted by GuideStar. While it highlights the data that matter most, remember that context is key – numbers only tell part of any story.

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Profitability info 2018 2020 2021 2022 2023
Unrestricted surplus (deficit) before depreciation -$137,744 -$52,814 $133,375 $39,858 -$36,667
As % of expenses -59.2% -45.4% 105.4% 28.9% -24.8%
Unrestricted surplus (deficit) after depreciation -$140,988 -$54,177 $133,024 $39,763 -$36,667
As % of expenses -59.8% -46.1% 104.8% 28.9% -24.8%
Revenue composition info
Total revenue (unrestricted & restricted) $106,402 $55,907 $241,575 $146,849 $80,882
Total revenue, % change over prior year -46.8% 0.0% 332.1% -39.2% -44.9%
Program services revenue 0.0% 0.0% 12.5% 0.0% 0.0%
Membership dues 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0%
Investment income 6.7% 8.1% 7.2% 8.0% 25.1%
Government grants 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0%
All other grants and contributions 44.9% 91.9% 80.3% 87.1% 74.9%
Other revenue 48.4% 0.0% 0.0% 4.8% 0.0%
Expense composition info
Total expenses before depreciation $232,591 $116,211 $126,558 $137,680 $148,103
Total expenses, % change over prior year -25.2% 0.0% 8.9% 8.8% 7.6%
Personnel 61.3% 50.8% 53.0% 51.7% 46.5%
Professional fees 1.3% 2.6% 2.4% 2.3% 2.1%
Occupancy 8.8% 5.3% 4.1% 4.5% 3.6%
Interest 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0%
Pass-through 11.6% 18.0% 21.1% 19.0% 25.3%
All other expenses 17.1% 23.2% 19.5% 22.4% 22.6%
Full cost components (estimated) info 2018 2020 2021 2022 2023
Total expenses (after depreciation) $235,835 $117,574 $126,909 $137,775 $148,103
One month of savings $19,383 $9,684 $10,547 $11,473 $12,342
Debt principal payment $0 $0 $11,760 $0 $0
Fixed asset additions $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total full costs (estimated) $255,218 $127,258 $149,216 $149,248 $160,445

Capital structure indicators

Liquidity info 2018 2020 2021 2022 2023
Months of cash 32.8 47.3 51.7 47.8 38.8
Months of cash and investments 35.3 53.3 60.6 54.3 47.6
Months of estimated liquid unrestricted net assets 34.0 51.7 60.1 58.7 51.6
Balance sheet composition info 2018 2020 2021 2022 2023
Cash $635,720 $458,010 $545,307 $548,652 $479,367
Investments $48,624 $58,289 $93,809 $74,394 $107,791
Receivables $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Gross land, buildings, equipment (LBE) $50,335 $41,636 $41,636 $37,218 $37,218
Accumulated depreciation (as a % of LBE) 92.1% 98.9% 99.8% 100.0% 100.0%
Liabilities (as a % of assets) 2.5% 2.9% 0.9% 1.0% 1.6%
Unrestricted net assets $662,486 $500,720 $633,744 $673,507 $636,840
Temporarily restricted net assets $66,949 N/A N/A N/A N/A
Permanently restricted net assets $0 N/A N/A N/A N/A
Total restricted net assets $66,949 $56,882 $69,426 $0 $0
Total net assets $729,435 $557,602 $703,170 $673,507 $636,840

Key data checks

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Operations

The people, governance practices, and partners that make the organization tick.

Documents
Form 1023/1024 is not available for this organization

President/CEO

Michelle Jackson

Michelle began her career with Ability Connection Oklahoma, formerly United Cerebral Palsy of Oklahoma, in December 1993.

Number of employees

Source: IRS Form 990

Ability Connection of Oklahoma

Officers, directors, trustees, and key employees

SOURCE: IRS Form 990

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Ability Connection of Oklahoma

Board of directors
as of 10/02/2023
SOURCE: Self-reported by organization
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Board chair

Ms. Jeanne Malson

University of Oklahoma

Term: 2021 - 2022

Andrea Ille

Therapist

Jennifer Woods

Medical

Al Lindley

Community Volunteer

Mary Ann Lefmann

Dental

Jeanne Malson

University of Oklahoma

Paula McKelvey

Therapist

Cheryl McCadden

Community Volunteer

Cyndy Millefoglie

Community Volunteer

Michelle Jackson

President/CEO Ability Connection Oklahoma

Mike Cook

Community Volunteer

Organizational demographics

SOURCE: Self-reported; last updated 7/7/2023

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Leadership

The organization's leader identifies as:

Race & ethnicity
White/Caucasian/European
Gender identity
Female

Race & ethnicity

No data

Gender identity

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Transgender Identity

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Sexual orientation

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Disability

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