ANNUAL REPORT 2022-23
July 1st 2022 - June 30th 2023
A Message from Innovative Services NW President & CEO, Dena Strong
As we reflect on ISNW’s 60th anniversary, we look back on our journey from a small parent-founded group in 1963 to what is now, an organization of 120+ employees serving 1,800 children, adults, and families in the community each year.
Our growth over the past sixty years has been driven by our dedication to adapting our services to the evolving needs of the community. This journey, driven by our mission to support possibilities for everyone, has been made achievable through the gracious support of our community, donors, and partners. We extend our heartfelt thank you to all who have been part of our story.
Here’s to another 60 years,
Dena Strong
President & CEO, Innovative Services NW
Executive Staff & Innovative Services NW Board Members
Our work wouldn't be possible without the dedicated support of our team, board, and community.
Executive Staff
Dena Strong, President & CEO
Susan Vanersuso, Chief Operating Officer
Melody Partridge, Vice President
Emily Castor, Vice President of Pediatric Therapy
Board of Directors
Ryan Hart, Chair
Darcey Reed, Vice-Chair
Megan Shank, Past Chair
Taylor Vilhauer, Secretary
Aimee Walter, Board Member
Bobbie Heitshmidt, Board Member
Dick James, Board Member
John Caton, Board Member
Karalee Ehline, Board Member
Mary Dunford, Board Member
Robert Woodard, Board Member
Rhonda Buck, Board Member
During our 60th Anniversary, a few Board members shared the impact ISNW has had on the community:
ISNW Services
Early Learning
This year, we've grown with two new classrooms at the Mary Firstenburg Center and enhanced our support for children with complex needs by receiving grant funding from the Department of Children, Youth & Family. This grant funded a mental health/behavioral consultant who provided classroom observation, staff intensive training, ongoing monthly observation, and consultation to our program throughout the year. Having well-trained staff who have the tools and knowledge for how to respond to children with complex needs facilitates stable and consistent relationships between these children and our teachers, creating a safer, healthier, and more supportive classroom learning environment.
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ABOUT THE PROGRAM:
Our Early Learning program offers a nurturing environment for 1-5 year olds of all abilities and income levels, with over 71% benefiting from Medicaid. Enrollment options include both full and part-time programs for toddlers ages 12-30 months and Pre-K for 2.5-5 years old. In addition, the ECEAP program, a free preschool for eligible 3-5 year olds, is available in 5 out of 9 of our classrooms.
Early Learning Highlights
Pediatric Therapy & Early Intervention
This year, we added the Schroth Method Physical Therapy to our services, designed for 10-21 year-olds with scoliosis or kyphosis. This method combines muscle activation, breath work, and external forces to realign the spine, offering an effective approach to manage pain, halt the progression of spinal curvature, and reduce the need for surgical interventions.
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ABOUT THE PROGRAM:
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Our Pediatric Therapy Program delivers Early Intervention services alongside outpatient offerings including Speech, Occupational, Physical, and Specialty Therapy. Catering to children with developmental delays, disabilities, or other diagnosed conditions, we provide essential support during pivotal developmental phases. As a designated neurodevelopmental center in Washington State, we assist families from any geographical location and seek to empower them to reach their maximum potential.
Pediatric Therapy & Early Intervention Highlights
Employment Services
This year, we have expanded to offer Independent Living Services and Job Foundation Services as we continue to meet client needs and work towards our mission of supporting possibilities for everyone. Our goal is to not just facilitate employment but to guide each individual's journey towards greater independence, economic autonomy, and a strengthened sense of belonging in the community.
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ABOUT THE PROGRAM:
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For over 50 years, our Employment Services program has been a leader in helping individuals overcome disability-related employment barriers within Clark County. Our team of Job Developers and Employment Specialists focuses on aligning each job seeker's unique abilities with employer needs, through career planning, job development, and ongoing support.
Employment Services Highlights
List of businesses who support inclusive employment practices / employed clients from our Employment Services Program
Avamere Rehabilitation of Cascade Park
ProMedica
First Aid Only
Learning Avenues
Round One Entertainment, Inc.
The Salvation Army
Bath and Body Works
C-Tran
Humane Society
Marshall’s
Safeway (Camas)
Timberline Physical Therapy
Carl’s Jr.
Déjà vu Consignment Boutique
Ilani Casino
MOD Pizza
St. John’s Presbyterian Church
Walmart (192nd & Hwy 99 stores)
City of Camas Operations Center
DSHS – Columbia River CSO
KFC (Orchards & Hazel Dell locations)
Panera Bread
The Heathman Lodge
Whole Foods Market
Janitorial Services
Businesses that engaged with our Janitorial Program:
Adventist Comm
CFM Advocates
Clark County Public Health Harm Reduction Center
Congregation Kol Ami
Electric Power
Family of Christ Lutheran Church
JoeScan
Nextworks, LLC
PointNorth Consulting, Inc.
North Pacific Union Conference of Seventh-day Adventists
Washington Department of Ecology
Western Electric Services
Cascades Church
Clark Co Sheriff Maritime
Clark County Sheriff
City of Washougal (15 locations)
ESD #112 (7 locations)
Fort Vancouver Historic Trust (9 locations)
Kidspace Child Enrichment Center
Northwest Gospel Church
Saint Andrew Lutheran Church
Area Agency on Aging & Disabilities of Southwest Washington
Washington State Auditor
Yard 'n Garden
Catholic Community Services (Oak View Dr. & Hwy 99 locations)
Clark College Foundation
Clark County Family Justice
Dept. of Corrections
Fairway Village
Grayling Engineers, LLC
Native Arts & Cultures Foundation
Partners in Careers
Sea Mar Community Health Center, Battle Ground
Dr. Tobias Ryan
Washington State Patrol Port of Entry
Donors & Grantors
Granting Organizations
100 Women Who Care
Columbia Credit Union
Frank & Arlene Price Foundation
125 Club
Cowlitz Tribal Foundation
Sertoma - Lee & Dolores Robbins Charitable Trust Fund 2022
Assistance League of SW Washington
Kaiser Permanente
Clark County Realtors
Oregon Community Foundation
Cornhole Sponsors
Calibration
Umpqua Bank
Christenson
PointNorth
Shurway
Cornhole Donors
Jay Gaspari
Mark Potter
Becky Weis
Corporate Gifts
Amazon Smile
Kroger
Costco
Portland Honda Dealers
Dick Hannah
Hewlett Packard
Give More24!
Bradly Carlson
Marty Forsmann Charitable Fund
Shiela K Osheroff
Launda Carroll
Debra Ham
Lindsey Salvestrin
Sandra Daller
Richard James
Daniel Wolf
Judy Dresser
Susan Kuhn
Individual Donors
Deb Arbuckle
Mary Dunford
Kim Handsaker
B. Johnson
Prebble La Dage
Cynthia Noonan
Megan Shank
Kevin Warford
Jami Asay
Karalee Ehline
Ryan Hart
D. Johnson
M. Maiocco
H. Pfaff
Susan Veneruso
Rhonda & David Buck
Lisa Frasieur
Kevin Heitschmidt
Edward Judd
Julianna Marler
Tasha Phon
Taylor Vilhauer
Judy Davis
Gregory J Hall
Richard James
John & Susan Kuhn
Marion Noe
Darcey Reed
Amy Walter
Financial Performance
Revenue
$7,335,877
Total Revenue
Revenue received through:
$311,995
Federal Grants
$201,803
Donations
$2,697,314
State Grants
$14,124
Miscellaneous
$4,088,988
Program Income
$10,365
Special Events
$11,288
Investment Income & Losses
Expenses
$6,356,610
Program Expenses
$984,490
Management & General
$22,679
Fundraising
Net Assets
$5,543,712
Net Assets
Beginning of The Year
$5,515,811
Net Assets
End of The Year
$27,902
Decrease in Net Assets
