named programs · 1 · from sources
What they call their work
TriLatino Junior Youth Development Program
After-school program for high school students in the South Bronx that provides 14-16 weeks of triathlon training (swimming, cycling, running), academic support, mentorship, healthy lifestyle workshops, and healthcare access to promote physical fitness, nutrition knowledge, and personal development.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Coached Athletic Training Programs 3 activities
- Deliver structured triathlon and running training programs for youth and adultsOffers multi-week training programs in triathlon and running, including a 7-week and 9-week running program for spring/summer 2026, a 14 to 16-week triathlon training program for high school students, and weekly group running sessions on Tuesdays at 6:30 pm. Programs include swim, bike, and run sessions led by certified coaches, with swimming offered twice weekly and biking and running once weekly.
- Increase Latino and minority participation in triathlon and endurance sportsProvides training programs and supportive environments to increase access to triathlon and endurance sports for Latinos, people of color, and individuals from lower-income backgrounds. The organization was founded in 2009 with this mission and continues to focus on community uplift through sport.
- Support youth development through endurance sports and academic monitoringRuns an after-school triathlon training program for high school students that combines endurance skill development with leadership and academic support, including formalized study halls and academic monitoring. The program has supported over 18 youth in completing a sprint-distance triathlon and helped two athletes earn scholarships to the USA Triathlon Northeast Junior Triathlon Skills Camp.
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Organized Running and Triathlon Events 1 activity
- Organize club activities and community engagement eventsOrganizes and communicates about triathlon club training, races, workshops, and other member activities to build community and support athlete development.
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Community Health Equity Initiatives 1 activity
- Promote health and prevent disease in underserved communitiesWorks to reduce childhood obesity and preventable diseases linked to inactivity and poor fitness in Latino and minority communities by promoting healthier lifestyles. Includes collecting baseline food journals and facilitating pre- and post-program physical exams that have identified previously undiagnosed health conditions.
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Competitive and Learn-to-Swim Programs 1 activity
- Provide swim instruction and build foundational endurance skillsOffers swimming instruction to non-swimmers, enabling them to complete open water swims as part of triathlon training. Part of broader efforts to build foundational skills in swimming, biking, and running for athletes of all abilities and backgrounds.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Advocate for inclusion and challenge stereotypes in endurance sportsWorks to reduce prejudicial stereotypes about Latino and minority participation in triathlon and endurance sports through visibility, representation, and community-based programming.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$49K
Contributions & grants$25K50%
Program service revenue$24K49%
Investment income——
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expenses
Total expenses$55K
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Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$18K
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balance sheet
Total assets$112K
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Net assets$112K
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -50.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 3
- AMANDA MOY — MARKETING DIRECTOR
- GUDELIA AMIGON — DIRECTOR OF JR TEAM YOUTH DEVELOP
- JERUSHA RAMOS — DIRECTOR OF MARKETING
relationships · 9
Who they work with
- Big Brothers Big Sisters Partner — Provided capacity-building consulting for the mentorship component and collaborates through the Bronx Volunteer Coalition.
- Bronx Academy of Letters High School Partner — Partner school where the TriLatino Junior program is run and where participants are enrolled.
- Central Park Partner — Provides space for weekly biking and running sessions.
- Fleet Feet Partner — Provides bag drop-off services for running program participants.
- Hostos Community College Partner — Provides swimming facilities and hosts study halls for the TriLatino Junior program.
- Lincoln Medical Center Partner — Provides licensed doctors to lead Healthy Lifestyle Workshops on nutrition and health for participants and families.
- PayPal Government — Uses PayPal as a third-party secure server processor for commercial transactions.
- USA Triathlon Partner — References USA Triathlon as the source for demographic data on minority participation in triathlon.
- info@trilatino.org Partner — Volunteer staff at TriLatino Triathlon Club coordinate visitor arrangements via email.
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.
- Culturally-Specific Community Engagementmethodology: culturally-specific programmingBy designing programs that reflect Latino cultural values and community norms, we increase participation in triathlon sports, because culturally accessible entry points reduce barriers and foster trust and belonging.
- Endurance Sports as a Vehicle for Health Equitymethodology: endurance-sports-for-health-equityBy engaging Latino and minority communities in endurance sports, we improve health outcomes and reduce disparities, because participation promotes physical activity, culturally relevant wellness, and systemic access to preventive health behaviors.
- Holistic Youth Development Through Triathlonmethodology: holistic_youth_developmentBy combining triathlon training with mentorship, academic support, and life skills, we build youth leadership and resilience, because integrated development models strengthen both personal confidence and long-term community engagement.