Mission
Sheppard Pratt is the largest private, nonprofit provider of mental health, special education, substance use, developmental disability, and social services in the United States. Founded in 1853, we are committed to changing lives for the better by providing innovative and high-quality mental health care and education to individuals and families.
Basic Information
Founded in
1938
EIN
52-0591684
Total Assets
$397.1 million
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
At a Glance

Hope is Here
Thanks to generous support, hardworking moms like Jessica are thriving.
Imagine Tomorrow
Envisioning a future where mental healthcare is universally accessible and integrated.

Sheppard Pratt Annual Report
Annual report detailing the services and impact of Sheppard Pratt.
Impact Stats
Programs Offered
Largest Private Nonprofit Provider
Recognized as the largest private, nonprofit provider of psychiatric services nationwide.
Students Served
Comprehensive Educational Services
The largest provider of nonpublic special education schools and programs in Maryland.
Clinical Trials Conducted
Innovative Psychiatry Research
Leading in research that includes psilocybin studies for treatment-resistant depression.
Past Events
Frederick Turkey Trot 2023
2023-11-28
Annual Frederick Turkey Trot promoting mental health awareness.
Upcoming Events

Frederick Turkey Trot 2024
2024-11-28
Join us for the 2024 Turkey Trot to support mental health initiatives.
Learn MoreOur Programs
Volunteer Opportunities

Crisis Response Volunteer
Support our mental health initiatives through crisis intervention.
Learn MoreTestimonials
"Every day is an opportunity for me to make a positive impact on another person's life."

Jessica
Staff Nurse
"They gave me reason to hope and care. I can go anywhere from this point and am looking up."

Kimberly
Former Patient
Impact Reports
MIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
71
42
/100
Program Expense Ratio
70.09%
8
/20
Program Revenue Growth
8.27%
16
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.556
8
/20
Working Capital Ratio
0.6885
8
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0
2
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2021
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
Category | Amount | Percentage |
---|---|---|
Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 5.136M | 2.04% |
Program Services | 224.1M | 89.01% |
Investment Income | 588.3K | 0.23% |
Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 7.998M | 3.18% |
Other Notable Sources | 13.74M | 5.46% |
Total Revenue | 251.8M | 100.00% |
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