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Lincoln Behavioral Services

EIN 38-2833497 · Redford, MI

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 provide comprehensive outpatient mental health services to over 5400 individuals and their families in a consumer driven person centered delivery system. Approximately 15% of our staff members are our clients who are involved in a recovery-rehabilitation model of mental services. We also offer physical health services laboratory services and a pharmacy on site.

Income
$17.9 million
Spending
$18.2 million
Spent on programs
90%
Reserves
3.8 months of spending
Largest source of income
government grants, 92%
Employees
226
Volunteers
0
Highest pay
$399,874, psychiatrist

Source: Form 990 for the year ending September 30, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Fair: 58 out of 100. Higher than 35% of charities in its peer group (mental health, $10m to $100m).

  • Reserves

    20 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 3.8 months of spending.

  • Debt

    5 of 20

    It owes 54% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    8 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 2% of income.

  • Income trend

    10 of 15

    Income fell 4% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    90% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending September 30, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 37% of charities in its peer group (mental health, $10m to $100m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    12 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, 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 (3)
  1. $9.6 million spent. Adult Outpatient Programs: Individual therapy group therapy medication peer support services supported housing and employment services were provided to over 5,000 individuals. These citizens of Wayne County Michigan suffer from mental illness and may be at risk for hospitalization. Our services are delivered in a person centered culture which empowers our consumers to live their lives to their fullest potential. These services also include Evidence Based Practices. Case Management services help clients in applying for entitlements or assistance programs for their daily needs. Our adult programs have successfully placed consumers in jobs and have facilitated housing needs for those 18 years and older. We are proud to continue partnership with Gleaners Food Bank to provide individuals with emergency food boxes and holiday meals. We continue to offer physical health services to our adult clients who do not currently have a primary physician.
  2. $3.6 million spent. Children and their Families: Children experiencing emotional disturbances and their families are served in these outpatient programs which provide individual therapy group therapy infant mental health services and parenting skills if needed. These children and their families are also provided with case management assisting families in the process of obtaining entitlements and other necessary resources for daily living. Lincoln Behavioral Services has staff members present in several local schools to provide counselling and support on a daily basis. When needed we are able to provide home based services and wrap around provisions. Our staff members have partnered with Redford Township to bring mental health awareness to individuals and their families by attending social events sponsored by the township.
  3. $3.1 million spent. Intensive Programs for Adults: Our Clubhouse Program is a psychosocial rehabilitation program operating 5 days per week for up to 120 individuals. We remain proud of our Clubhouse National Accreditation. These adults learn about modern events work skills and social skills. Assertive Community Treatment Program includes outreach to the most chronically mentally ill consumers. These 90 clients receive 2-5 visits per week to assure all daily needs are met and clients remain medication compliant. A 24 7 crisis line is available to help clients prevent mental health hospitalizations whenever possible. Fairweather Residential Program offers independent living situations for up to 6 males and 6 females. These individuals establish a small business and are supported by our staff for job training and independent daily livingt skills. They reside in our community requireing minimal support.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending September 30, 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 September 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 January 1994.

    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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