Service Delivery
Provides programs meeting identified community needs with quality, consistency, and cultural responsiveness
Boy Scouts regional council serving youth through character development programs
About Organization
Michigan Crossroads Council delivers Boy Scouts of America programs to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling the values of the Scout Oath and Law through character development, citizenship, and outdoor skills. Based in Eagle, MI, the council operates multiple camps and generates $16.4 million in annual revenue with 331 staff serving thousands of scouts.
Service Delivery
Provides programs meeting identified community needs with quality, consistency, and cultural responsiveness
Stakeholder Engagement
Builds relationships with participants, partners, and supporters advancing shared goals
Organizational Sustainability
Maintains operational capacity through sound management, diverse funding, and strategic planning
Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.
Revenue (2024)
$16.4M
+33.1% vs 2022
Expenses (2024)
$14.8M
+10.5% vs 2022
Assets (2024)
$52.9M
-9.2% vs 2022
Employees (2024)
331
-14.7% vs 2022
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $16,387,455 | $14,818,477 | $52,938,308 | 331 |
| 2022 | $12,313,831 | $13,412,633 | $58,279,488 | 388 |
| 2021 | $15,073,445 | $12,261,250 | $71,363,893 | 373 |
| 2020 | $8,622,443 | $20,382,008 | $65,120,896 | 294 |
| 2019 | $19,943,707 | $17,619,710 | $64,888,413 | 561 |
| 2018 | $14,981,802 | $16,767,687 | $59,049,718 | 552 |
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.
Identifies community priorities through data analysis, stakeholder input, and environmental scanning
Develops evidence-based interventions addressing identified needs with measurable outcomes
Implements programs through qualified staff, volunteers, and community partners
Monitors results, collects feedback, and adjusts strategies for continuous improvement
Services and programs offered by Michigan Crossroads Council Inc
Implements strategic initiatives aligned with organizational mission and community priorities
Engages stakeholders through communication, education, and relationship building activities
Secures funding and partnerships supporting program sustainability and organizational growth
Meet the people behind Michigan Crossroads Council Inc.
2012
2012
Established as nonprofit corporation serving community needs
2023
2023
Enhanced service delivery reaching more individuals and strengthening community partnerships
2024
2024
Maintained service delivery and organizational stability despite external challenges
Board members, advisors, and key contributors
Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.
Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990
Total Reported (2024)
$1.6M
Highest Paid
$416K
Donald Shepard
Compensated Officers
7
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donald Shepard | Chief Executive Officer | $372,800 | $43,265 | $416,065 | 40 |
| Vic Pooler | Major Gifts Director | $233,923 | $35,289 | $269,212 | 40 |
| Aaron Gach | Chief Revenue Officer | $208,722 | $28,721 | $237,443 | 40 |
| Gary Gilger | Chief Operations Officer | $198,821 | $17,456 | $216,277 | 40 |
| Christopher Hopkins | Chief Information Officer | $132,508 | $22,251 | $154,759 | 40 |
| Ricky Loudin Ended | Controller | $133,382 | $21,331 | $154,713 | 40 |
| Denver Laabs | Development Officer | $107,608 | $20,824 | $128,432 | 40 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donald Shepard JR | Se/CEO | $300,000 | $43,774 | $343,774 | 40 |
| Victor Pooler | Deputy Se Gl | $227,244 | $37,091 | $264,335 | 40 |
| Aaron Gach | Deputy Se Pf | $174,894 | $30,611 | $205,505 | 40 |
| Gary Gilger | COO | $174,115 | $17,387 | $191,502 | 40 |
| Sean Henneman | Deputy Outdo | $150,242 | $28,421 | $178,663 | 40 |
| Christopher Hopkins | CIO | $125,205 | $23,846 | $149,051 | 40 |
| Ricky Loudin | CFO | $125,000 | $13,736 | $138,736 | 40 |
| Andrew Tata | Deputy Se PR | $106,169 | $18,190 | $124,359 | 40 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donald Shepard JR | Se/CEO | $231,541 | $12,364 | $243,905 | 40 |
| Victor Pooler | Deputy Se Gl | $212,285 | $12,576 | $224,861 | 40 |
| Aaron Gach | Deputy Se Pf | $164,004 | $9,872 | $173,876 | 40 |
| Gary Gilger | COO | $162,556 | $5,516 | $168,072 | 40 |
| Sean Henneman | Deputy Outdo | $140,432 | $11,775 | $152,207 | 40 |
| Christopher Hopkins | CIO | $114,897 | $7,584 | $122,481 | 40 |
| Ricky Loudin | CFO | $110,264 | $4,100 | $114,364 | 40 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donald Shepard | Se/CEO | $233,020 | $12,485 | $245,505 | 40 |
| Victor Pooler | Glfsc Execut | $212,353 | $13,576 | $225,929 | 40 |
| Aaron Gach | Pffsc | $150,891 | $20,525 | $171,416 | 40 |
| Gary Gilger | COO | $162,556 | $4,115 | $166,671 | 40 |
| Sean Henneman | Wwfsc Execut | $140,432 | $13,769 | $154,201 | 40 |
| Christopher Hopkins | CIO | $114,921 | $7,209 | $122,130 | 40 |
| Michael Chaffee | CFO | $101,999 | $3,151 | $105,150 | 40 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donald Shepard | Se/CEO | $229,010 | $56,000 | $285,010 | 40 |
| Victor Pooler | Glfsc Execut | $211,341 | $52,946 | $264,287 | 40 |
| Aaron Gach | Fsc Executiv | $149,780 | $47,189 | $196,969 | 40 |
| Gary Gilger | COO | $162,096 | $26,322 | $188,418 | 40 |
| Michael Chaffee | CFO | $138,961 | $43,640 | $182,601 | 40 |
| Melissa Stricherz | Fsc Executiv | $129,423 | $32,947 | $162,370 | 40 |
| Christopher Hopkins | CIO | $113,907 | $27,140 | $141,047 | 40 |
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.
People from this organization who contributed to political campaigns
Dallas, TX
Houston, TX
Bedford, TX
Wichita Falls, TX
Macedon, NY
Data from Federal Election Commission • Individual contributions only
Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings
Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.