Nonprofit · EIN 01-0280723
CREATIVE WORKS
Tax-exempt · WESTBROOK, ME 04092
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 30, 2025 | 990 | $33,053,922 | $26,712,744 | $6,341,178 | $32,561,185 | $2,664,291 | $29,896,894 |
| June 30, 2024 | 990 | $27,043,795 | $26,469,326 | $574,469 | $26,193,990 | $3,047,145 | $23,146,845 |
| June 30, 2023 | 990 | $25,790,726 | $25,219,060 | $571,666 | $25,005,212 | $3,222,148 | $21,783,064 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $4,157,511
- of which government grants
- $4,115,214
- Program service revenue
- $26,615,621
- Investment income
- $1,926,315
- Net gain from sales of assets
- $778,725
- Net income from sales of inventory
- $354,475
- Other revenue
- $354,475
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $0
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $506,456
- Other salaries and wages
- $13,815,140
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $17,496,579
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Legal fees
- $20,863
- Accounting fees
- $44,567
- Occupancy
- $1,086,407
- Travel
- $283,841
- Depreciation
- $542,193
- Program services (functional)
- $23,959,707
- Management and general (functional)
- $2,753,037
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $26,193,990
- Total assets, end of year
- $32,561,185
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $2,664,291
- Net assets, end of year
- $29,896,894
- Land, buildings and equipment
- $9,162,681
- Publicly traded securities
- $11,666,126
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $29,861,900
- Net assets with donor restrictions
- $34,994
- Gross receipts
- $37,576,427
- Employees
- 451
- Volunteers
- 20
- Year formed
- 1967
- State of legal domicile
- ME
From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.
Officers, directors and key employees
As listed on the 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matthew Hickey | CEO Officer | 45 | $304,215 | $46,695 |
| Stephen Hawkes | HR Director Highest-paid employee | 45 | $134,614 | $44,782 |
| James Flaker | CFO Officer | 45 | $148,414 | $7,132 |
| Charlie Rowe | IT Director Highest-paid employee | 45 | $118,637 | $21,138 |
| Jeffrey McFarren | Senior Director of Programs Highest-paid employee | 45 | $109,999 | $17,982 |
| Stephen Fortier | Maintenance Director Highest-paid employee | 45 | $101,838 | $13,293 |
| Christina Monagle | Senior Director of Programs Highest-paid employee | 45 | $106,124 | $5,242 |
| Carolyn Faulkner | President Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Denise Dix | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Wayne Messer | Vice President Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Paul Driscoll | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Jim Harrison | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Samuel Marcisso | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Matthew Witten | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended June 30, 2024: 14 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matthew Hickey | CEO Officer | 45 | $294,142 | $55,263 |
| Stephen Hawkes | Senior Director of HR Highest-paid employee | 45 | $135,113 | $51,463 |
| James Flaker | CFO Officer | 45 | $156,732 | $8,451 |
| Charlie Rowe | IT Director Highest-paid employee | 45 | $116,670 | $23,729 |
| Jeffrey McFarren | Senior Director of Programs Highest-paid employee | 45 | $108,604 | $19,662 |
| Susan Corbeau | House Manager Highest-paid employee | 60 | $109,083 | $15,505 |
| Christine Monagle | Senior Director of Programs Highest-paid employee | 45 | $105,268 | $5,133 |
| Carolyn Faulkner | President Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Denise Dix | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Wayne Messer | Vice President Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Paul Driscoll | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Jim Harrison | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Samuel Marcisso | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Matthew Witten | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended June 30, 2023: 13 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matthew Hickey | CEO/Past COO Officer | 40 | $218,667 | $45,624 |
| Heidi Howard | Past Executive Director Officer | 40 | $165,435 | $18,212 |
| Stephen Hawkes | HR Director Highest-paid employee | 40 | $124,769 | $40,552 |
| Patrick Benerugaba | Past House Manager Highest-paid employee | 60 | $125,470 | $21,752 |
| James Flaker | CFO Officer | 40 | $137,370 | $5,988 |
| Charlie Rowe | IT Director Highest-paid employee | 40 | $108,102 | $23,416 |
| Susan Corbeau | House Manager Highest-paid employee | 60 | $100,896 | $13,837 |
| James Harrison | Chairman Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Carolyn Faulkner | Vice President Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Samuel Marcisso | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Denise Dix | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Paul Driscoll | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Wayne Messer | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 10 SPEIRS ST, WESTBROOK, ME 04092-4122
- Principal officer (990 for 2024)
- Matthew Hickey, 10 Speirs Street, Westbrook, ME 04092
- Signed the 990
- James Flaker, CFO
- Phone
- (207) 879-1140
- Website
- www.beingcreativeworks.org
- Return prepared by
- Berry Dunn McNeil & Parker LLC
Mission
At Creative Works, we build communities of inclusion one relationship, one experience, and one person at a time. We believe in creating opportunities for people to contribute to their communities, to pursue their potential and to be treated with dignity and respect.We envision a world without barriers, and we strive towards a standard of excellence throughout our programs to ensure all participants and members of Creative Works are supported and fulfilled.
Program accomplishments
- Residential Services provide support for individuals with disabilities in the individuals' home or in CW Residences, and range from 24-hour support to just a few hours each week. Residential services assist with social skills, community access, health and safety, household maintenance, self-advocacy, and many other needs in order to provide the most comprehensive and therapeutic support possible.Expenses $19,706,367 · revenue $22,582,728
- Community Day Services enable individuals with disabilities to participate fully in community life and to increase their self-reliance through activities that are enriching, meaningful and goal-oriented. Day services are designed to maximize an individual's ability to manage everyday life activities in communities rich with resources. A variety of skill-building options are offered, in addition to readiness skills, volunteer opportunities, and means of artistic expression, all based upon individual needs.Expenses $3,222,176 · revenue $3,461,147
- Maine Woodworks is a social enterprise of Creative Works that employs an integrated workforce consisting of people with and without disabilities. All employees earn a competitive wage and work in an environment that fosters both the development and mastery of various furniture-making skills and independence within their work environment. Our wood shop produces bench-crafted, cottage-style furniture built with renewable North American hardwoods and environmentally friendly finishes. Our colorful line of furniture is sold throughout the United States, and proceeds from sales are used to further the social mission of Creative Works.Expenses $479,831 · revenue $354,475
- Expenses $551,333 · revenue $571,746
What it must file and when
IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in June, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | June 30, 2026 | November 16, 2026 | Not due yet |
| 2024 | June 30, 2025 | November 17, 2025 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | June 30, 2024 | November 15, 2024 | 990 on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 01-0280723
- Tax-exempt status
- 501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
- Foundation status
- Publicly supported organization (170(b)(1)(A)(vi))
- Donations deductible (Pub 78)
- Public charity, 50% deduction limit
- Exempt since
- 1967
- Accounting year ends
- June
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Employment (J300)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $32,561,185
- Income (IRS master file)
- $37,576,427
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | June 2025 | $33,053,922 | $26,712,744 | $32,561,185 | XML |
| 990 | June 2024 | $27,043,795 | $26,469,326 | $26,193,990 | XML |
| 990 | June 2023 | $25,790,726 | $25,219,060 | $25,005,212 | XML |
| 990 | June 2022 | $27,513,938 | $25,147,198 | $24,080,172 | IRS |
| 990 | June 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | June 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | June 2018 | – | – | – | IRS |
990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 01-0280723).
Questions about CREATIVE WORKS
- What is the EIN of CREATIVE WORKS?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of CREATIVE WORKS is 01-0280723.
- Is CREATIVE WORKS tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 1967.
- Are donations to CREATIVE WORKS tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does CREATIVE WORKS file?
- Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.
- When is the next return of CREATIVE WORKS due?
- The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending June 30, 2026) is due November 16, 2026. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did CREATIVE WORKS last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended June 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of CREATIVE WORKS?
- The 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 names Matthew Hickey.
- Who are the officers and directors of CREATIVE WORKS?
- The 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 lists 14 people; 7 received compensation from the organization, the highest $304,215 (Matthew Hickey, CEO).
- How much revenue does CREATIVE WORKS have?
- On its 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 it reported revenue of $33,053,922, expenses of $26,712,744 and total assets of $32,561,185 at year end.
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