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Charlotte Hungerford Hospital

EIN 06-0646678 · Torrington, CT

Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair58 out of 100GovernanceStrong100 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

To improve the health and healing of the people and communities we serve.

Income
$224.7 million
Spending
$226.6 million
Spent on programs
94%
Reserves
2.6 months of spending
Largest source of income
fees for its services, 97%
Employees
1,465
Volunteers
100
Highest pay
$1.7 million, director & president

Source: Form 990 for the year ending September 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Fair: 58 out of 100. Higher than 43% of charities in its peer group (health care, over $100m).

  • Reserves

    10 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 2.6 months of spending.

  • Debt

    10 of 20

    It owes 32% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    8 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 1% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 4% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    94% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 8 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending September 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 52% of charities in its peer group (health care, over $100m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    10 of 12 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    7 of 7

    Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    10 of 10

    Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Pay set independently

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • Independent check of accounts

    15 of 15

    Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending September 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Impact evidence

Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.

Programs described in its return (4)
  1. $25.3 million spent. Digestive Health:Our affiliated gastroenterologists are board-certified and perform all major endoscopic procedures including colonoscopy, EGD, GRCP and Capsule Endoscopy.Gastroenterology services at Charlotte Hungerford Hospital (CHH) provide a wide range of services to diagnose and treat disorders of the colon, intestines, gall bladder, liver, pancreas and esophagus, and stomach.Among the most frequent gastroenterology services and gastroenterological disease conditions they treat and diagnose are the following:* Cancers of the colon and rectum, esophagus, gallbladder, pancreas* Cirrhosis of the Liver* Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis* Jaundice* Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis* Gall Stones* Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease and Barrett's Esophagus* Hepatitis, acute and chronic* Hiatal Hernia* Irritable Bowel Syndrome* Lactose Intolerance* Pancreatitis* Peptic UlcerColonoscopies utilizing advanced imaging technology can be performed as an outpatient procedure at CHH. Every attention to detail is paid by our staff to ensure that our gastroenterology services patients have a safe, comfortable screening procedure as part of our colon cancer prevention effort.In addition, radiofrequency Ablation Therapy to destroy pre-cancerous tissue of the esophagus is one of the newer outpatient procedures performed at CHH.During FY25, the department had 8,990 cases with an average length of stay of 4.6 days.
  2. $22.9 million spent. Behavioral Health:The Adult Behavioral Health Center (BHC) at Charlotte Hungerford Hospital (CHH) provides comprehensive behavioral health services to adults ages 18 years and older and their families based on individual need and stage of recovery.BHC has a wide-range of mental health and substance use services available to best support patients in their wellness and recovery. Your provider works with you to develop an individualized treatment plan to best meet your needs. Treatment can include medication services, as well as group, individual, couples, and family therapy. Treatment interventions include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), motivational enhancement, medication evaluation and management, and relapse prevention.Our goals to manage psychiatric, behavioral, emotional, and substance use symptoms include:* Assist in developing successful coping and stress management skills.* Provide medication evaluation and monitoring as needed.* Assist in the transition to and from higher levels of care, such as Partial Hospital and Intensive Outpatient Programs.* Help in developing communication, leisure, and relational skills to improve overall quality of life and functioning.* Assistance in connecting with local resources and supports to create a supportive network for recovery and wellness.Current weekly groups offered:* Women's Wellness* Mother's Wellness/Post-Partum Support* Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Groups for Anxiety and Depression* Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Skills Groups* Dual Recovery and Relapse Prevention* Young Adult Support Group* Positive Living Support Group for chronic medical conditionsDuring FY25, BHC had 18,686 cases with an average length of stay of 7.23 days.
  3. $20.2 million spent. Orthopedics:Our expert teams at Charlotte Hungerford Hospital (CHH) and throughout Hartford HealthCare provide comprehensive orthopedic care before, during, and after surgery.At Charlotte Hungerford Hospital, our orthopedic specialists offer expert care for everything from sports injuries to joint replacement all right here in Northwest Connecticut. Whether it's a sprain, arthritis, or a more complex issue, you'll find:- Board-certified orthopedic surgeons and specialists- Advanced surgical techniques and minimally invasive optionsAt CHH, we diagnose and treat a full range of bone, joint, and muscle problems, including:* Sprains, strains, and fractures* Sports injuries* Arthritis and joint pain* Torn ligaments and tendons* Age-related wear and tearOur Specialties Include* Foot & Ankle Surgery* Spine Care* Hand & Wrist Surgery* Total Joint Replacement (Hip, Knee, Shoulder)* Shoulder & Elbow Surgery* Sports Medicine & Athletic Training* Upper Extremity CareAt CHH, we use the latest technology, including robotic-assisted surgery, arthroscopic procedures, joint fusion and total joint replacement, to minimize recovery time and get you back to doing what you love.Our Sports Medicine and Athletic Training Program supports athletes of all ages and skill levels. From expert diagnosis to rehab and recovery, we'll help you safely return to the field, court, or track, stronger than ever.For FY25, the Institute had 16,453 cases with an average length of stay of 4.76 days.
  4. $145.3 million spent. Charlotte Hungerford Hospital is a 109-bed, general acute care community hospital in Torrington, Connecticut, that serves as a regional health care resource for 100,000 residents of Litchfield County and Northwest Connecticut.There's something special about Charlotte Hungerford Hospital. In partnership with Hartford HealthCare, Charlotte Hungerford provides more expertise and more access to residents across its service area. The Charlotte Hungerford Hospital provides quality medical healthcare regardless of race, creed, sex, national origin, handicap, age or ability to pay. Our mission is to serve the community with respect to providing healthcare services and healthcare education. Therefore, in keeping with the commitment to serve all members of the community, the Hospital offers the following programs: Free and/or Discounted Care; Care covered by Governmental Programs at below cost; & Health Activities and Programs that support the community. These activities will be considered when the need arises or as individual(s) are unable to pay. These programs may include but are not limited to wellness programs; community education programs; specialized programs for the elderly & handicapped; medically underserved; and variety of other broad community support activities.Today, CHH offers a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient services including general medicine and surgery, maternity and pediatrics, radiology, obstetrics, cardiology, urology, Orthopedics, and behavioral health. The Hospital is a not-for-profit organization, member of the American Hospital Association and the Connecticut Hospital Association and accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations and by the American College of American Pathologists.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending September 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Legitimacy checks

  1. Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.

    Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  2. Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.

    Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.

    Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated November 6, 2026.

  3. Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.

    On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.

    Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  4. Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.

    Most recent return on file covers the year ending September 2025.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since May 1942.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  6. Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.

    Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.

    Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated November 4, 2026.

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