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2024-2025 Annual Report

Peckham Inc. Annual Report
Foundation Annual Report

LETTER TO THE COMMUNITY

Thriving Through Change

As we reflect on another remarkable year, we are filled with gratitude for the partnerships, collaboration, and shared purpose that continue to strengthen our mission. Together we have navigated change, embraced growth, and expanded opportunities for people of all abilities.

This year has been one of transition and transformation. We celebrated the appointment of Harry Pianko as our new CEO, launched a refreshed website, and demonstrated incredible flexibility and resilience amid national shifts and executive orders.  

Across our lines of business, we continued to grow and innovate in ways that strengthen both our mission and our community.

We continued our commitment to growing fresh, local food through the acquisition of Revolution Farms, strengthening regional food systems, and creating new opportunities for people with disabilities and other barriers to build meaningful careers in agriculture.

Our Contact Center Solutions team has secured a five-year renewal for our largest federal contract, which will continue to provide thousands of higher-wage jobs and opportunities for upward mobility. In Manufacturing, we expanded our English as a Second Language program through a partnership with Lansing Community College, supporting career growth for our diverse workforce.

Custodial Services welcomed new leadership, which helped guide the team through continued growth and opportunities across all sites. Our 3PL operations continue to advance efficiency and capacity through the integration of robotics and new technology.

Through it all, our Human Services team remained at the heart of our mission, providing life-changing support, skill-building, and employment opportunities that empower people to achieve greater independence through the power of work.

As I prepare for retirement, I remain deeply grateful for this mission, this work, and this community. Peckham will continue to thrive because of people like you, our employees, customers, and partners who believe in the power of work to transform lives and communities.

With heartfelt thanks,

Jo Sperry

Jo Sperry Signature

Chief Executive and Inclusion Officer, Peckham Inc.

Jo Sperry

Board of Directors

Officers

Michael Flowers, President
Executive Director Human Resources, Lansing Board of Water & Light

Heather Shawa, Vice-President
Assistant General Manager, Lansing Board of Water & Light

Kathie Feldpausch, CPA, RCE, Board Secretary/Treasurer
Community Representative

Board Members

Charlotte Koger, Board Director
Community Representative

Thomas Hoban, Board Director
Community Representative

David A. Gift, Board Director
Community Representative

Duncan Wyeth, Board Director
Community Representative

Esther Onaga, Board Director
Community Representative

Mary Gager Drew, Board Director
Michigan State Police Office of School Safety

Monique Field-Foster, Board Director
Executive Partner, Warner Norcross + Judd LLP

Stanley Kogut, Board Director
Community Representative

Wendy Hamilton, Board Director
Chief Executive Officer, TechSmith

Doug Peters, Board Director
President, Christman Building Innovation Group

Measuring impact

Peckham’s fiscal year began October 1, 2024, and ended September 30, 2025. The numbers listed reflect this period.

7,097

Team Members Served

$111.2M

Team Member Wages

1,398

Upward Mobility at Peckham

617

Upward Mobility in Community

4.65

Client Satisfaction on a 1 to 5 scale

Business Impact

CONTACT CENTER SOLUTIONS EXPANDS CONTRACTS

Contact Center Solutions expanded its Defense Logistics Agency Customer Interaction Center in Grand Rapids, adding new space and staffing to reach its highest workforce level since 2020. The growth also created cross-functional opportunities with our USDA contract, supporting career advancement and workforce development.

MANUFACTURING LAUNCHES NEW GARMENT CATEGORY

Manufacturing launched a new garment category producing military uniforms, including a major scale-up of the Improved Hot Weather Combat Uniform. This positions Peckham for continued growth and opportunity in this sector.

REVOLUTION FARMS-EAST (FORMERLY PECKHAM FARMS) HAS RECORD HARVEST

Revolution Farms East achieved its largest strawberry harvest to date, producing more than 10,000 pounds from two acres of hydroponic growing system. It also expanded operations with the installation of two new mushroom-growing rooms to explore and refine future production strategies.

CUSTODIAL SERVICES NEW LEADERSHIP AND CONTRACTS

Custodial Services welcomed a new Senior Vice President to its leadership team and secured five new contracts, resulting in seven full-time team member positions.

3PL & FULFILLMENT DRIVES AUTOMATION, ACCURACY, AND GROWTH

3PL advanced efficiency and scale by implementing robotics that significantly increased picking capacity, assembled over 125,000 kits across multiple sites, and maintained a 99.95% shipping accuracy and on-time delivery rate.

HIRING CONTINUES ACROSS PECKHAM’S SOCIAL ENTERPRISES

The Peckham Community Engagement and Intake teams conducted more than 3,700 interviews and hired almost 700 people across all five lines of business.

Revenue (In Millions)

Peckham’s total revenue and the revenue of each line of business are represented in the graph. Please note all numbers are estimates.

2024-25 Revenue

Contact Center Solutions icon

$193.0M

Contact Center Solutions

Apparel Manufacturing icon

$41.8M

Apparel Manufacturing

3pl & Fulfillment Services icon

$48.5M

3PL & Fulfillment Services

Custodial Services icon

$10.3M

Custodial Services

Revolution Farms icon

$1.7M

Revolution Farms

Human Services icon

$10.7M

Human Services

Other Revenue and Investment Gain icon

$4.7/8.8M

Other Revenue / Investment Gain

Cost of Operations

66%

Wages & Fringes

6%

Materials & Supplies

26%

Operations

3%

Management

Growing Opportunity Through Sustainable Agriculture

Peckham expanded its reach in agriculture this year with the acquisition of Revolution Farms, a 3.5 acre hydroponic indoor lettuce farm in Caledonia, Michigan. A well known brand across the Midwest, Revolution Farms produces nearly 1.5 million pounds of salad greens each year for grocery chains such as Meijer, Horrocks, and Fresh Thyme, as well as restaurants and hospitality partners serviced by Gordon Food Service, Van Eerden Foodservice, and Sysco.

For Peckham, innovation and entrepreneurship have always been part of our foundation, and this spirit continues to drive our mission forward. The acquisition strengthens our presence in sustainable agriculture and opens new pathways for inclusive employment in a growing industry.

“This is an exciting new chapter for Revolution Farms,” said John Green, former Owner & CEO of Revolution Farms. “Having Peckham on board means continued growth and opportunity, not only for the farm and its customers, but for our dedicated employees who are the heart of what we do. We’re proud of what we’ve built, and we’re confident Peckham will honor that legacy while taking things to the next level.”

Highlights and awards

BUILDING CLEAR PATHWAYS FOR GROWTH

Human Resources completed a comprehensive job architecture redesign for all staff roles, enhancing career pathways, transparency, and professional growth across the organization.

YOUTH SERVICES CONTINUES GO PROGRAM WITH $2M GRANT

Youth Services received a second $2 million grant from the U.S. Department of Labor to continue the Growth Opportunities (GO) program, supporting justice-involved youth and young adults in Lansing and Flint with employment pathways and violence prevention.

CERTIFIED GREAT PLACE TO WORK, 11 YEARS IN A ROW

Peckham was certified by Great Place to Work for the eleventh consecutive year. This prestigious award is based entirely on current employees’ feedback about their Peckham work experience. This year, 79% of employees said Peckham is a great place to work – compared to an average of 57% of employees at other U.S. companies.

CERTIFIED GOLD-LEVEL VETERAN-FRIENDLY EMPLOYER, FOURTH YEAR

Peckham was certified as a Gold-Level Veteran-Friendly Employer by the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency (MVAA) for the fourth year. MVAA recognizes organizations based on their commitment to recruiting, hiring, training, and retaining veteran talent.

BUILDING SECOND CHANCES THROUGH WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT

Reentry Services was awarded a $1.5 million grant to launch Pathway Home 6, a workforce development program at the Ingham County Correctional Facility that supports individuals preparing to reenter the community.

ADVANCING BELONGING, FAIRNESS, AND ACCESSIBILITY

Belonging advanced significantly this year with the launch of a comprehensive Belonging Strategy. We also saw significant increases in learning outcomes, recognition and participation, reflecting a growing culture of awareness, appreciation and support of inclusion and accessibility.

Who We Served This Year

Innovating for Access: Partnering with Microsoft on AI Solutions

This year, Peckham partnered with Microsoft through Hack4Good 3.0, an innovation-driven hackathon that unites nonprofit leaders, Microsoft experts, and partners to develop AI and data-driven solutions addressing global challenges.

Peckham’s project focused on designing a chatbot to help prospective employees navigate the job application process. Alongside 14 other nonprofit teams nationwide, Peckham collaborated on projects advancing AI, analytics, data modernization, app innovation, and security—all aimed at enhancing impact and efficiency within the nonprofit sector.

While our project was not selected for the final round, the experience was a remarkable success. The Microsoft team praised the chatbot’s design and functionality and plans to visit Peckham’s headquarters to continue development. This collaboration marks an exciting step forward in using technology to break down barriers to employment and improve access for every job seeker.

THE POWER OF COLLABORATION: “EMBRACING THE AND” AT PECKHAM

At Peckham, true impact happens when mission and business work together — a balance we call “Embracing the AND.” This core value comes to life through the collaboration between our Vocational Support Services (VSS) and Lines of Business (LOB) teams, who partner to ensure every team member has the support, encouragement, and opportunity to succeed.

This partnership is central to Peckham’s holistic approach, where success is defined by both personal growth and business results. This fiscal year, Peckham served more than 3,500 team members, with 655 achieving upward mobility and 93 transitioning to community employment. These outcomes reflect the shared commitment of the Human Services, and line of business teams working together to create opportunities at every level.

When natural disasters impacted our 3PL and Contact Center Solutions operations, VSS provided immediate care and coordination to help team members recover and stay connected. Following the acquisition of Revolution Farms West, they stepped in to quickly onboard new staff and help facilitate a seamless transition.

Throughout the year, VSS prioritized connection and collaboration with business partners by hosting morale events that strengthened teamwork, belonging, and resilience. Together, these efforts show the power of Embracing the AND, where mission and business meet to help every individual thrive.

Resilience in Action: Responding to Disaster with Purpose and Compassion

In May 2025, tornadoes struck two communities where Peckham operates — London, Kentucky, and Lansing, Michigan — causing significant damage to facilities and infrastructure. While both sites were affected, no injuries occurred, and thanks to swift coordination and teamwork, operations resumed with minimal disruption.

In London, the storm resulted in a total loss of the building housing our contact center operations. Within days, Peckham transitioned 27 affected employees to remote work, ensuring continued pay, access to technology, and support from Vocational Services Specialists (VSS). Equipment was quickly procured and distributed, and set-up assistance was provided to help employees safely resume work.

In Lansing, where our 3PL facility sustained damage, operations resumed the next business day from a secure area of the warehouse. Employees remained on payroll, and shipments continued without delay. Over 2,000 pallets were inspected, cleaned, or relocated as part of the recovery effort — all without a single missed delivery to our federal customers.

Throughout both responses, employee well-being was Peckham’s top priority. VSS teams maintained constant communication with staff, ensuring access to resources like the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for counseling and support.

“Being struck by tornadoes in two different states within 24 hours is something no emergency plan truly prepares you for, but our teams didn’t hesitate,” said Jo Sperry, CEIO. “Their dedication and resilience protected our people, preserved millions in inventory, and ensured uninterrupted service to our federal partners. This response reflects not only Peckham’s mission but the extraordinary value people with disabilities bring to our nation’s workforce.”

Kentucky

Kentucky

Michigan

PRIORITIZING MENTAL AND EMOTIONAL HEALTH THROUGH PARTNERSHIP AND TRAINING

Siera Pilot Study: a Virtual Community-based Emotion Regulation Psychoeducation Program for Workers with Disabilities 

Peckham partnered with researchers from Michigan State University’s Rehabilitation Counseling Department on a pilot study to explore the adaptation and delivery of an emotion-regulation program for individuals with disabilities in the workplace. The original program, Skills Improvement Emotion Regulation for Adults, (SIERA) (Lee & Lee, 2024) — is an eight-week, in-person, lab-based curriculum based on Dialectical Behavior Therapy and designed for young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

For the Peckham pilot, researchers used a mixed-methods approach to adapt the curriculum for employed adults with diverse disabilities in a virtual program. Early qualitative results show promising outcomes: participants reported being able to apply the skills to real-life and work situations, and many found the strategies helpful in managing and improving their emotional well-being.

Lessons learned from this pilot will help refine the program so it can better support community-based workers with a wide range of disabilities.

Advancing Mental Health Awareness and Support 

At Peckham, supporting mental health in the workplace has long been a core part of our mission. With many of our team members and staff living with mental health conditions, we recognize the importance of deepening our understanding and strengthening our ability to respond with empathy, skill, and confidence.

This past fiscal year, 100 Peckham staff members earned certification in Mental Health First Aid (MHFA), a significant step in reinforcing our organizational commitment to mental health and well-being. MHFA is an evidence-based training that helps people recognize, understand, and respond to signs of mental health or substance use challenges. By equipping our team with these skills, we’re fostering a safer, more supportive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Community Impact

Peckham strives to support the communities in which it serves and operates. In 2025, Peckham provided financial contributions to more than 33 organizations through sponsorships and partnerships. Each entity embodies a worthy cause or event whose mission closely aligns with Peckham’s core values and principles.

ACCESS
Arts Council of Greater Lansing
Brain Injury Association of Michigan (BIAMI)
Capital Area Michigan Works!
Care Free Medical
Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton & Clinton Counties
Child Benefit Fund
Chosen Vision
Community Mental Health Authority of Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Counties
Disability Network Capital Area
Disability Network – Flint
Genesee County Habitat For Humanity
Greater Lansing Food Bank
incompass Michigan
Ingham County Family Center
Ingham County, Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Mental Health Foundation of West Michigan
Michigan League for Public Policy
Michigan Transition Services Association (MTSA)
Mid-Michigan Recovery Services
MISEC
MSU – Peckham/Smith Memorial Golf Outing
MSU – Wharton Center
Nation Outside
NAMI
New Horizons Rehabilitation Services, Inc.
Origami Rehabilitation
Playmakers Autumn Classic
Polar Plunge – Waverly High School
Share the Music Foundation
Special Olympics Area 8
Vocational Independence Program (VIP)

Peckham Community Partnership Foundation

The Peckham Community Partnership Foundation plays an important role in supporting Peckham’s mission. Foundation support allows us to take a holistic approach to vocational rehabilitation by offering healthy living and wellness supports, wage subsidies for those with more significant disabilities, and many other specialized programs.

In addition, the Foundation nurtures creativity and encourages innovation through its Mini-Grant and Major Grant programs, which provide staff the opportunity to try out new ideas that enhance Peckham’s existing programs and services. Mini-Grants are awards of up to $5,000 for new projects and up to $10,000 for ongoing projects. They must center around physical and emotional wellbeing, technology, education and training, financial literacy and money management, creative expression, and employment support services such as clothing for job interviews and transportation vouchers.  Major Grants are awarded for projects $10,000 and above that support Peckham’s mission and values in harmony with its strategic plan, and must be submitted by a member of Peckham’s executive team.

In total, the Peckham Community Partnership Foundation awarded more than $2.5 million to Peckham’s Mini and Major Grant programs this fiscal year.

Foundation Financials

The Peckham Community Partnership Foundation’s latest fiscal year began January 1, 2024, and ended December 31, 2024.

The numbers you see here reflect this time frame (in millions). 

$10.4M

Donations

$66.3M

Assets

$2.5M

Grants

$4.9M

Investment Gain

Grants

The Peckham Community Partnership Foundation’s latest fiscal year began January 1, 2024, and ended December 31, 2024.

The numbers you see here reflect this time frame (in millions). 

Mini-Grants
Awarded

(Up to 5K)

29

Major Grants
Awarded

(More than 10K)

24

*Peckham staff can apply for a Major or Mini-grant to implement a new program that supports the mission and benefits team members.

Foundation Board

Officers

Stanley Kogut, Board President
Community Representative

Paul Colligan, Secretary/Treasurer
Director of Corporate Procurement and Supplier Diversity, Accident Fund

Board of Directors

Whitney Anderson-Harrell
Community Representative

Larry Cianciosi
Partner, Vice President Hanba & Lazar, P.C.

David A. Gift
Community Representative

Dr. Michael Henderson
Radiologist

Greta Wu
Community Representative

David Martell
Community Representative

William B. Milzarski
Community Representative

Barb Turner DeRose
Community Representative

Michael Flowers
Peckham Board President  

Expanding Perspectives Through the Peckham Speaker Series

This year, the Peckham Community Partnership Foundation Speaker Series continued its long-standing tradition of bringing thought-provoking voices to our community, deepening awareness of disability inclusion, workplace culture, and the future of work. Hundreds of virtual and in-person attendees joined these events, reflecting Peckham’s ongoing commitment to education and dialogue that enriches understanding and inspires change.

In the fall, clinical psychologist and best-selling author Dr. Daniel Wendler brought powerful perspectives on autism, neurodiversity, and belonging in the workplace. A proudly autistic advocate and TEDx speaker, Wendler’s message invited audiences to challenge assumptions and celebrate the diverse ways people contribute and connect.

In the spring, futurist and author Heather McGowan shared insights on how organizations can adapt to the rapidly changing world of work. Recognized as one of Forbes’ Top Futurists and author of The Empathy Advantage and The Adaptation Advantage, McGowan explored how innovation, technology, and empathy are reshaping the workforce—and how embracing change can create opportunity for all.

For nearly two decades, the Speaker Series has brought together community members, business leaders, and advocates to expand understanding of disability and culture, reinforcing Peckham’s mission to create a workplace, and a world, where everyone can thrive.

CELEBRATING 31 YEARS OF GOLF, MISSION AND SPONSORSHIP

In June, the Peckham Community Partnership Foundation hosted its 31st Annual Golf Outing at Eagle Eye and Hawk Hollow Golf Courses, welcoming over 300 golfers, 60 organizations, and 100 volunteers. Thanks to the generosity of sponsors, the event raised nearly $250,000 to support programs and services for individuals with disabilities and other barriers to employment.

Watch this short recap video here.

PECKHAM’S CELEBRATING 50 YEARS – THE POWER OF WORK

For five decades, we’ve worked together to create opportunities, inspire growth, and build a community where people of all abilities can thrive. Join us for a reflection and celebration of this milestone in September 2026.

PECKHAM DONORS (OCT. 1, 2024 – SEPT. 30, 2025)

Individual Donors

Caleb Adams

Raymond Aughenbaugh

David Bates

Noah Belanger

Tana Boehm

Therese Breuninger

Jack & Linda Brockhaus

Joseph & Theresa Butcher

Judy Childers

Larry Cianciosi

Paul Colligan

Ashley Corbitt

James Cyrocki

Robert & Lynette Davison

James & Heather Dedyne

Barb & Chris DeRose

John Diehl

Marianne Dorais

Rachel Dudley

Nichole Ellwanger

Kathie Feldpausch

Monique Field-Foster

Michael & Pamela Flowers

Melissa Fry

Jack & Mary Gager Drew

Debbie & Dave Gift

Ann Gillmore

Rachel Graft

William Hansen

Nathan Hartley

Thomas Heideman

Dr. Michael Henderson

Gretchen & David Jewison

Jerry & Roberta Johnson

Wanda Lynn Johnson

Harriet Johnston

Benjamin Jones

Matthew June

Dick & Karen Jury

Mark Kelland

Charlotte Koger

Stanley & Karen Kogut

Bjorn Larson

Janine LaVoy

Don Leduc & Susan Coley

Vincent Leese

Brett Linton

Brooke Lippert

Scott Lonier

Katheryn Long

David Martell

Rachel Martinez

Thomas Minich

Doug Moran

Molly Newman

Shawna Nyeholt

Esther Onaga

David Paruch

Andrew Peterman

Harry Pianko

Katie Polzin

Rosanne Renauer

Robert Rosenberg

Jim & Mary Savage

Karla Schafer

John & Sharon Schneider

Kevin Scott

Mary Ellen Sheets

Nina Silbergleit

Michael & Lisa Smith

Joyce Snow

Christine Spencer

Jo Sperry

Christopher Surato

Evelyn Sweeney

Jerry & Phyllis Terrell

Kathryn Thompson

Jody Thornton

Mitchell & Jeanne Tomlinson

Sara Velez

Scott Verlinde

Justin Walworth

Joey Wang

Lisa Webb Sharpe

Arthur Weber

Katherine Westbrook

Trey & Tamra Williams

Greta Wu

Kristina Zwick

Organizational Donors

Accident Fund Insurance

Alta Equipment Company

Acrisure/HNI

Apollo Express

Ashley Capital, LLC

Auto Owners Insurance

B&D Electric, Inc.

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Michigan

BRD Printing

Brigade Fire Protection

Brogan Associates

Brookwood Companies

Calabrio

Capital Region International Airport

Capital Steel & Wire, Inc.

Comprehensive Risk Services

Consumers Credit Union

Custer, Inc.

Delta Dental of Michigan

Demmer Properties, LLC

Dexian and Disys Integration

Douglas J Salons

E.T. MacKenzie Company

Forgeline

Gallagher Uniform

George F. Eyde Family, LLC

Goodwill Industries of Greater Grand Rapids

Granger Container Service

Graduate Hotel East Lansing

Great Lakes Vending

Hanba & Lazar

Impression 5 Science Center

Integrated Architecture

Jokake Construction Services

JP Morgan Chase Bank

Kent Companies

Lansing Board of Water & Light

Lansing Lugnuts

Lansing Sanitary Supply

Launch Family Entertainment Lansing

Maner Costerisan

McLaren Health Systems

McPhee Electric & Telecommunications, Inc.

Mercantile Bank of Michigan

Milliken

Missouri Sea & Air Service, Inc

Morgan Stanley Consulting Group Institutional Services

Muchmore, Harrington, Smalley & Associates

New Horizons Rehabilitation Services

One Digital Retirement & Wealth Mgmt.

Outdoor Specialty, LLC

Paylocity Holding

Perlane Sales, Inc.

Playmakers

Phoenix Interiors

Pioneer Construction

Protiviti Government Services

Quality Air Heating & Cooling, Inc.

Robert Half

Sam’s Club

SecurAlarm Systems, Inc.

Sentinel Technologies, Inc.

Shaheen Cadillac

SHI International

Speedrack Midwest

State of Fitness

Stifel PearlStreet Investment Management

Sweet Encounter Bakery

TEKsystems

Texcel Industries, Inc.

Trellis

TRC Group

YKK

In Honor Of / In Memory Of

Emily Chesnic, in honor of Matt June

Greta Wu, in memory of Marilyn Finch

Gordon & Sheila Taylor, in memory of David Pletzke

Arlene Hull, in memory of Scott Derthick

We have made every attempt to include all donors to the Peckham Community Partnership Foundation in this listing. If your name has been inadvertently omitted, please email foundation@peckham.org with the correction, and we will update our records. Thank you.