Wisconsin Parkinson Association Inc

What it reported doing in 2024

Education - Wisconsin parkinson association, inc. (wpa) provides educational opportunities for people with parkinson's disease and the public through community-based programs and health fairs.wpa had 60,000+ touchpoints with the parkinson's community across wi this year. Our programs serve individuals diagnosed with (parkinson's disease) pd, their caregivers, and family members across Wisconsin. We serve both newly diagnosed individuals seeking information and long-term patients navigating disease progression. With pd cases rising and Wisconsin's aging population growing, the need for accessible, no-cost education and support is urgent. Many individuals with pd live outside major metropolitan areas and lack access to specialized movement classes or pd-specific education.wpa offers a robust range of free, statewide educational programs. Our programming includes both virtual and in-person options to eliminate access issues and to ensure no one is limited by geography, and examples include (but are not limited to):- in person educational events - wpa has a presence across the state and holds educational events in partnership with local community organizations, medical systems and other partners. These events offer real time information and resources to help people navigate their parkinson's journey.- urban poling classes - exercise sessions led by trained instructors that incorporate nordic walking techniques shown to improve balance, strength, and mobility in people with pd.- annual symposium - a statewide in-person event that brings together hundreds of medical professionals, caregivers, and individuals with pd for a full day of education, connection, and support. - movement program - wpa contracts movement instructors across Wisconsin to lead free in various communities. Their weekly mindful movement classes featuring pd-specific exercises help individuals with pd slow the progression of the disease. Each movement class incorporates education on symptom management, posture, balance strategies, and safe home practice techniques. - intake & referral line - wpa is a key resource for parkinson's information and operates an intake & referral line to provide resources and support to anyone who needs it. - "pearls for parkinson's: tips for daily living with parkinson's" - a weekly virtual video series offering practical, expert-led tips for daily living with pd. This series of brief videos is available online to ensure free and easy access to anyone wishing to learn more. Videos are designed and delivered by a nurse practitioner on staff with 30+ years of experience. - "parkinson's empower talks: insights from experts" - a monthly podcast series aiming to improve health outcomes for individuals living with parkinson's disease by translating expert knowledge into practical tools that enhance mobility, mood, and daily functioning, empowering listeners to actively manage symptoms and engage in healthier lifestyles through education and community connection. - Wisconsin parkinson magazine - we publish a magazine three times yearly with medical insights and resources for people with pd, their families and caregivers.these initiatives directly advance wpa's mission: providing hope, community, support, and resources for people with pd and their loved ones. Through education, connection, and access to trusted information, we empower individuals with pd to live fuller, more confident lives. We also support caregivers who often experience stress, isolation, and limited access to specialized guidance.in fy 2025, wpa achieved the following:- assisted more than 2,600 people through the intake and referral line (an increase from 1,560 in fy 2024)- 2,969 households attended wpa in-person and virtual educational programs (an increase from 1,280 in fy 2024)- 3,380 support group attendees where wpa shared available resources (an increase from 1,580 in fy 2024)- 42,310 individuals at health fairs and conferences where wpa presented, sponsored, or exhib

Financial Efficiency

• Mission deployment rate: 72.4%; rating input score 72
• Program expense ratio: 73.2%; rating input score 73
• Fundraising efficiency: $6.52 raised per $1 spent on fundraising; rating input score 24; 24th percentile among comparable filings

Transparency & Controls

• Consistency checks: 94.7%; rating input score 95; 26th percentile among comparable filings
• Pay-setting controls: 2 of 6 controls in place; rating input score 33
  • Compensation committee: Missing
  • Independent consultant: Pass
  • Other Form 990s reviewed: Missing
  • Written employment contract: Missing
  • Compensation survey or study: Missing
  • Board or committee approval: Pass
• Foreign activity oversight: Limited
• Grant itemization coverage: Limited
• Major donor itemization: Yes; rating input score 100
• Related-party transparency: Limited

Accountability

• Independent voting board: 92.3%; rating input score 92; 24th percentile among comparable filings
• Governance controls: 8 of 8 controls in place; rating input score 100
  • Conflict-of-interest policy: Pass
  • Whistleblower policy: Pass
  • Document-retention policy: Pass
  • CEO compensation review process: Pass
  • Other executive compensation review process: NotApplicable
  • Form 990 shared with the board: Pass
  • Board meeting minutes documented: Pass
  • Audit committee oversight: Pass
  • Independent financial-statement audit: Pass

Sustainability

• Operating margin: 1.8%; rating input score 41; 41st percentile among comparable filings
• Total-asset coverage ratio: 0.92; rating input score 40; 40th percentile among comparable filings
• Liabilities to assets ratio: 0.19; rating input score 32; 32nd percentile among comparable filings
• Officer compensation ratio: 18.3%; rating input score 17; 17th percentile among comparable filings

Growth

• Program expense growth: 5.4% per year; rating input score 100; 44th percentile among comparable filings
• Revenue growth: 10.7% per year; rating input score 100; 68th percentile among comparable filings
• Asset growth: 2.8% per year; rating input score 100; 29th percentile among comparable filings