Adams County Mental Health and Retardation Association Inc
The Adams county mental health and retardation assn. (the association) is a charitable, not-for-profit corporation located in quincy, il. The association owns real estate and property that is utilized to provide mental health, educational, and rehabilitation programs. The association owns the properties that are used in the provision of services to children and adults who have an emotional adjustment problem, a serious mental illness, and/or a developmental delay/disability. In addition, the association owns a group home and a supported apartment complex that provides safe and affordable housing for adults who have a disability. Camp sacajawea, a 77-acre outdoor recreational area near quincy, is also owned by the association. Camp sacajawea is a beautiful timber that provides outdoor recreational opportunities for people of all abilities. The camp is open to the public during the months of april - october. With almost 2 miles of handicapped accessible trails, a handicapped accessible f
Adams County Mental Health and Retardation Association Inc at a glance
- Total assets
- $26,757,413
- +11.2% vs 2025
- Revenue (2026)
- $3,305,223
- +15.5% vs 2025
- Net investment income (2026)
- $2,095,182
- +37.8% vs 2025
- Expenses (2026)
- $1,027,666
- +6.5% vs 2025
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2026; updated November 2026.
Who Adams County Mental Health and Retardation Association Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Grant Size Distribution
2 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 1 grant of 2 (50%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2023 it made 2 grants totaling $58K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Housing 1989 Quincy, IL | Facility Improvement | $50,252 |
| Transitions of Western Illinois Quincy, IL | Operational Support | $7,403 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $26,757,413 | $3,305,223 | $1,027,666 | — | — | $2,095,182 |
| 2025 | $24,062,052 | $2,861,962 | $965,135 | — | — | $1,520,393 |
| 2024 | $21,505,689 | $2,139,237 | $931,370 | — | — | $1,026,678 |
| 2023 | $18,988,200 | $1,466,834 | $1,001,276 | $57,655 | 2 | $379,532 |
| 2022 | $17,553,613 | $1,445,055 | $1,286,676 | — | — | $404,161 |
| 2021 | $19,220,711 | $1,224,451 | $935,284 | — | — | $212,464 |
About Adams County Mental Health and Retardation Association Inc
Based on IRS filings
Adams County Mental Health and Retardation Association Inc is a public charity focused on Human Services, based in Quincy, IL. IRS filing data is available from 2021 through 2026. As of 2026, the organization holds $26.8M in total assets. Net investment income was $2.1M.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Adams County Mental Health and Retardation Association Inc is led by Melanie Allen, Chair since 2026 (on filings since 2022); none of the 11 officers listed in 2026 report compensation.
Officers on the 2026 filing
Melanie Allen
Chair
Director → Treasurer, 2025
Treasurer → Chair, 2026
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Jebora Brock
Director
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Will Meckes
Director
On filings since 2024
No compensation reported
Brian Spencer
Director
On filings since 2025
No compensation reported
Geoffrey Thompson
Director
On filings since 2025
No compensation reported
Grant Farmer
Director
On filings since 2025
No compensation reported
Clara Ehrhart Morrison
Director
New on the 2026 filing
No compensation reported
Marco Zabaneh
Director
New on the 2026 filing
No compensation reported
Eric Terwelp
Secretary
Director → Secretary, 2025
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Craig Kurk
Treasurer
Director → Treasurer, 2026
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Matt Koontz
Vice Chair
Director → Vice Chair, 2026
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Former officers (9)
- Former: Bryden Cory (2021–2025) — Vice Chair
- Former: Trent Lepper (2021–2025) — Chair
- Former: Bernie Venvertloh (2021–2024) — Chair
- Former: Laura Dighe (2021–2024) — Vice Chair
- Former: Matt Kasparie (2021–2024) — Director
- Former: Ryan Schnack (2021–2023) — Secretary
- Former: Curt Wavering (2021–2022) — Chair
- Former: Jayne Fry (2021–2022) — Director
- Former: Dave Poland (2021) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2026. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Adams County Mental Health and Retardation Association Inc
How large is Adams County Mental Health and Retardation Association Inc?
Adams County Mental Health and Retardation Association Inc reported $26.8M in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $3.3M.
What is Adams County Mental Health and Retardation Association Inc?
Adams County Mental Health and Retardation Association Inc is a public charity focused on Human Services, based in Quincy, IL. It holds $26.8M in total assets as of 2026.
Where does Adams County Mental Health and Retardation Association Inc operate?
Adams County Mental Health and Retardation Association Inc has awarded grants in Illinois.
What is Adams County Mental Health and Retardation Association Inc's EIN?
Adams County Mental Health and Retardation Association Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 37-0737477. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2026.
Data last updated November 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 1, 2023)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS September 24, 2026)
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