Steady State
What does this mean?
No extreme longitudinal divergence detected. The organization is maintaining its current operational philosophy.
The Path Forward
The Stewardship
Focuses on long-term sustainability and gentle cultivation of existing resources rather than forced expansion. It honors the organization's established role as a reliable anchor.
Institutional Epochs
Historical Performance
| Year | Revenue | Top Comp | Comp % Rev | Score | Phase Label | Outlook | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Hidden | Hidden | — | — | Unknown | — | |
| 2023 | Hidden | Hidden | 17.8% | 37 | Financially Distressed | Recovery | |
| 2022 | — | — | 39.1% | 34 | Critical Intervention Needed | Gov Risk | |
| 2021 | — | — | 34.3% | 38 | Critical Intervention Needed | Recovery | |
| 2020 | — | — | 43.1% | 38 | Critical Intervention Needed | Gov Risk | |
| 2019 | — | — | 36.7% | 46 | Governance-Stressed | Recovery | |
| 2018 | — | — | — | 45 | Fragile | Recovery | |
| 2017 | — | — | 20.2% | 51 | Fragile | Recovery | |
| 2016 | — | — | 28.6% | 42 | Fragile | Gov Risk | |
| 2015 | — | — | — | 52 | Fragile | Recovery | |
| 2014 | — | — | 30.8% | 32 | Critical Intervention Needed | Gov Risk | |
| 2013 | — | — | 32.3% | 32 | Critical Intervention Needed | Gov Risk | |
| 2012 | — | — | 28.3% | 36 | Fragile | Recovery | |
| 2011 | — | — | 36.6% | 38 | Governance-Stressed | Gov Risk |
Officer compensation history
Tax year 2025
| Name | Title | Phone | Compensation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barbara Dodson | Board Member | — | ||
| Patty Usher | Board Member | — | ||
| Susan Lazear | Board Member | — | ||
| Christine Sharp | Board Member | — | ||
| Caroline Frederick | Board President | — | ||
| Ann Olsen | Board President | — | ||
| Sidney Windle | SecretaryTreasurer | — | ||
| Katrina Bruins | Executive Director | — |
Tax year 2023
| Name | Title | Phone | Compensation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laura Mitchell | Executive Director | 26.7% of Rev | ||
| Linda Chase | Board President | — | ||
| Christine Sharp | Board Member | — | ||
| Ann Olsen | Board President | — | ||
| Sheila Best | Board Member | — | ||
| Sidney Windle | Secretary | — | ||
| Susan Lazear | Board Member | — | ||
| Barbara Dodson | Board Member | — | ||
| Tara Ritacco | Board Member | — | ||
| Carrie Frederick | Board President | — | ||
| Marty Ornish | Board President | — | ||
| Sheiler Best | Board Member | — | ||
| Judy Warren-Tippets | Treasurer | — | ||
| Debbie Murbach | Board Member | — |
Tax year 2022
| Name | Title | Phone | Compensation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laura Mitchell | Executive Director | 31.7% of Rev | ||
| Carrie Frederick | Treasurer | — | ||
| Sue Robertson | Board President | — | ||
| Susan Lazear | Board Member | — | ||
| Karen Malin | Board President | — | ||
| Christine Sharp | Board Member | — | ||
| Lee Fowler Schwimmer | Board Member | — | ||
| Barbara Dodson | Board Member | — | ||
| Linda Chase | Board President | — | ||
| Marty Ornish | Board Member | — | ||
| Tara Ritacco | Secretary | — |
Tax year 2021
| Name | Title | Phone | Compensation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laura Mitchell-Lorentan | Executive Director | 26.6% of Rev | ||
| Susan Lazear | Board Member | — | ||
| Karen Malin | Board Member | — | ||
| Christine Sharp | Board Member | — | ||
| Carol Sebastian-Neely | Board Member | — | ||
| Barbara Dodson | Board Member | — | ||
| Tara Ritacco | Board Member | — | ||
| Pam Palmer-Lowe | Board Member | — | ||
| Linda Chase | Board President | — | ||
| Chris Murphy | Secretary | — | ||
| Sheila Best | Treasurer | — |
Score breakdown
The three components combine into a single 0–100 score weighted as shown. Full methodology →
Peer comparison
Compared to 12 other orgs in CA with NTEE prefix A4.
Most-divergent component: financial score sits 15 points below the peer median (25 vs. 40).
5-year trend: Steady State
No extreme longitudinal divergence detected. The organization is maintaining its current operational philosophy.
What's driving this score
- Comp-to-revenue ratio of 17.8% sits within the sector's healthy band (18–22%).
- Financial resilience score in the bottom quartile — reserves and liabilities ratios warrant review.
What would change this score
The two changes that would most improve this score:
- Separate signing authority from fundraising authority when both are held by one person — removes the concentration penalty (~12 points).
- Build cash reserves to at least 3 months of operating expenses — moves financial resilience score meaningfully (~10 points).
Improving governance is a board decision. These are the levers.