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COMITE CORAZON A CORAZON NEW YORK INC
BAYSIDE, NY · EIN 112991026 · Form 990EZ · FY2025 · NTEE Q300 · International Affairs · Micro (<$100K) · cacny.org
revenue
$18K
expenses
$8K
net assets
$153K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

Healthcare and social services

profile · synthesized from sources

Caribbean American Center of New York (CACNY) is a community-based organization serving immigrant and minority populations in New York City. It provides educational programs, cultural events, and disaster relief support both locally and in Caribbean nations. Founded in 1987 by Jean P. Alexander, the organization focuses on youth development, scholarships, and family services, with an emphasis on Caribbean heritage and community empowerment.

named programs · 8 · from sources

What they call their work

After-School Tutoring
Academic support program providing tutoring and mentoring to help students succeed in their studies
Back to School Event
Program providing students with essential school supplies, educational resources, and activities to prepare for the academic year
Children's Christmas Party
Annual event providing gifts, food, and entertainment to children in homeless shelters and low-income families across NYC's five boroughs
Disaster Assistance
Program delivering emergency relief supplies including food, water, clothing, and medical aid to Caribbean nations affected by natural disasters
International Community Development
Partnership with American Friends of Jamaica Foundation to support education, healthcare, and community development in Jamaica
STEM Programs
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics education initiatives including engineering and climate control courses
Scholarships
Financial aid program supporting high school graduates and college students from underprivileged families
Three Kings Day Celebration
Cultural event celebrating the arrival of the Three Wise Men with gifts, traditional food, and performances for children
activities · 9 groups

What they do

  • Financial Aid and Scholarship Access Programs 1 activity
    • Award scholarships to support access to higher education
      Provides scholarships to high school graduates and college students from low-income and underserved communities to support their pursuit of higher education. This includes ongoing financial support for students in New York City and Jamaica.
  • Immigrant Rights Education & Legal Preparedness 1 activity
    • Conduct legal and financial aid workshops for families
      Organizes and conducts workshops and seminars on College Financial Aid, Immigration, and Citizenship for parents and students to support access to education, legal resources, and civic integration.
  • Disaster Relief and Recovery Services 1 activity
    • Deliver disaster relief and humanitarian aid internationally
      Provides emergency relief supplies including food, water, clothing, and medical aid to communities in the Caribbean, including Dominica, Haiti, the Bahamas, and Jamaica. Also supports long-term community development and educational programs in Jamaica and other Caribbean nations in partnership with local organizations.
  • Holiday and Seasonal Essentials Distribution 1 activity
    • Distribute essential goods to children in temporary housing
      Distributes gift bags containing new clothes, toys, books, shoes, and winter accessories to children in NYC temporary housing and low-income families during annual Christmas and Three Kings Day celebrations, in partnership with the Department of Homeless Services.
  • Industry and Community Recognition Awards 1 activity
    • Host annual fundraising and recognition events
      Hosts bi-annual fundraisers, awards galas, and benefit events including the Role Models of Distinction Gala and scholarship benefit events to sustain core programs, recognize community contributors, and celebrate Caribbean American heritage with dining, music, and entertainment.
  • Comprehensive Community Service Hubs 1 activity
    • Operate the Caribbean American Center of New York
      Founded and operates the Caribbean American Center of New York, a community hub established in 1987 that delivers educational, cultural, and social programs for Caribbean American communities in New York City.
  • Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
    • Organize youth and cultural events in NYC
      Hosts annual and bi-annual cultural events including Back-to-School events, Three Kings Day celebrations, and Children's Christmas Parties that serve youth in Brooklyn and Queens. Events include parades, performances, gift distribution, food, and cultural activities to celebrate Caribbean American heritage and unite families.
  • After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
    • Provide educational and enrichment programs for students
      Offers free educational and enrichment programs including STEM, Eureka Math, environmental engineering, cybersecurity, drama, tutoring, mentoring, and counseling to students in New York City. Programs engage students in solving real-world problems using the engineering-design process and support academic success through after-school tutoring and skill-building workshops.
  • Culturally Specific Support Services 1 activity
    • Provide mentoring and counseling services to immigrants and minorities
      Offers sustained guidance, mentoring, and counseling to immigrants and minority communities in New York City, with a commitment spanning over 45 years, to support personal development and integration.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$18K
Contributions & grants$5K27%
Program service revenue——
Investment income$3K19%
Other revenue$5K
expenses
Total expenses$8K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$156K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$153K
4 years on record · 2021–2025 · YoY revenue -22.8%
relationships · 28

Who they work with

  • All Age Nightingale Grove School Partner — Partner school in Jamaica receiving support for educational and community development programs.
  • American Friends of Jamaica Foundation Partner — Collaborates on educational, healthcare, and community development programs in Jamaica.
  • Brooklyn Children’s Museum Government — Ms. Alexander was appointed by Mayor Michael Bloomberg to the Board of Trustees of the Brooklyn Children’s Museum.
  • CACNY Partner — Sponsors disaster relief and international community service partnerships in the US and the Caribbean.
  • CWC-Community Worship Center - Church of the Nazarene Youth Group Partner — Collaborated on hosting the 25th annual Children's Christmas Party.
  • Caribbean American Center of New York Partner — COMITE CORAZON A CORAZON NEW YORK INC partners with the Caribbean American Center of New York to support community initiatives.
  • Con Edison Partner — Supported CACNY's year-round programming.
  • Crystal Hudson Government — Supported CACNY's programming.
  • Delivering Good Partner — Provided tens of thousands of toys and winter accessories to support CACNY's holiday programs.
  • EmblemHealth Partner — Joined as a new supporter of CACNY in the current year.
  • Farah N. Louis Government — Supported CACNY's programming.
  • Glen Terrace Partner — Venue partner hosting the annual Role Models of Distinction Awards & Scholarship Benefit.
  • Healthfirst Partner — Joined as a new supporter of CACNY in the current year.
  • Jet Express Freight Partner — Supported CACNY's year-round programming.
  • NYC Department of Youth and Community Development Government — Supported CACNY through city council funding.
  • New York City Department of Homeless Services Government — Partnered with CACNY to serve children in over 30 shelters across the five boroughs.
  • New York City Department of Parks & Recreation Government — Supported CACNY's year-round programming.
  • Newton All Age School Partner — Partner school in Jamaica receiving support for educational and community development programs.
  • Newton Primary School Partner — Partner school in Jamaica receiving support for educational and community development programs.
  • Our Lady of Perpetual Help Partner — Hosted the 2024 Three Kings Day celebration.
  • PayPal Network — Platform used for fundraising campaigns, including donations for education programs.
  • Rita Joseph Government — Supported CACNY's programming.
  • Senator Roxanne Persaud Government — Supported CACNY's programming.
  • Spectrum Partner — Supported CACNY's year-round programming and holiday events.
  • Sunset Park Empowerment Center - SPEC Partner — Provided cultural performances by Ballet Guadalupano at the Three Kings Day celebration.
  • Sunset Park Lions Club Partner — Co-sponsored the 2024 Three Kings Day celebration.
  • West Indian American Day Carnival Association Partner — Ms. Alexander served in leadership roles including Director of Marketing, Special Events, Media, Public Relations and Executive Secretary for WIADCA.
  • Xavier High School Partner — Contributed support to CACNY's Children Christmas Party.
strategies · 3

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Culture-Based Community Integration and Empowerment
    methodology: culture-based_integration
    By embedding cultural celebration—such as music, dance, and heritage recognition—into service delivery and community events, the organization fosters belonging and engagement among Caribbean immigrants and minorities because cultural affirmation strengthens identity, trust, and program participation.
  • Integrated Holistic Support Model
    methodology: integrated_health_and_social_services
    By offering coordinated access to healthcare, education, economic development, legal support, and cultural programming, the organization produces holistic empowerment for disadvantaged populations because addressing multiple interconnected needs simultaneously increases individual and community resilience.
  • Integrated Youth Development through Academic and Psychosocial Support
    methodology: holistic_youth_development
    By combining STEM education using real-world inquiry-based learning with psychosocial development, the organization produces more resilient and engaged minority youth because integrating cognitive and emotional growth addresses the full spectrum of developmental needs.