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Family Service Society Inc

EIN 16-0743189 · Corning, NY

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood73 out of 100GovernanceStrong100 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Provides professional counseling and community services that empower individuals and families to deal more effectively with their challenges, enhancing the quality of their lives.

Income
$2.6 million
Spending
$2.6 million
Spent on programs
89%
Reserves
4.3 months of spending
Largest source of income
government grants, 68%
Employees
76
Volunteers
100
Highest pay
$105,719, executive director

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Good: 73 out of 100. Higher than 50% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    20 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 4.3 months of spending.

  • Debt

    16 of 20

    It owes 18% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    12 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 1% of income.

  • Income trend

    10 of 15

    Income fell 0% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    88% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 65% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    9 of 9 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 December 31, 2024, 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. $680,069 spent. Family Focus: Provides in-home parenting education to families referred by Steuben County DSS, serving children who have experienced abuse or neglect. With specialized expertise in addressing challenges such as mental health issues, domestic violence, and substance abuse, the program works to break cycles of generational abuse and neglect. Through weekly inhome sessions, parents build healthy coping and positive parenting skills, strengthen resilience, and create safe, nurturing home environments that support their children's wellbeing.This program is supported by grants and contributions.
  2. $586,652 spent. Choice Program: Provides specialized counseling for children and families impacted by sexual abuse, in Steuben County, using evidence-based approaches such as Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and play therapy when appropriate. These interventions support healing for the child and reinforce the parent's commitment to safety and protection. CHOICE also offers specialized evaluation and treatment for adolescents who have sexually offended, with community-based services averaging 12-24 months and support for safe family reunification when appropriate.This program is supported by grants and contributions.
  3. $222,597 spent. Laura Richardson Houghton Corning Youth Center: A free, safe after-school and summer drop-in facility located in Corning for youth ages 8 to 18. Youth are provided meals/snacks and provided countless educational classes, community service projects, and fun recreational activities.This program is supported by grants and contributions.
  4. $810,789 spent. General Counseling Program: Provides professional counseling tailored to individual, child, and family needs throughout Steuben County.Youth Mentoring of the Southern Tier: One-on-one site-based mentoring programs for children at-risk in four locations in Steuben and Chemung Counties, providing educational/cultural activities, life-skills, community service projects, career-based activities, and a caring, nurturing mentor.LEAPS After School Program: A free after-school licensed childcare program at the Campbell-Savona Elementary School, where fun activities, tutoring, and healthy snacks are provided.Advantage After School Program: A licensed childcare program at the Corning-Painted Post Middle School, where fun activities, tutoring, and healthy snacks are provided.Youth Services Program: A substance use prevention counseling and education program provided at schools and after-school/summer programs in Steuben County.Youth Empowerment Services (YES) Program: Provides skill building to youth who have a diagnosed mental or behavioral health disorder.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, 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 October 13, 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 December 2024.

    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 June 1947.

    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 October 21, 2026.

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