irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $85KAUXILIARY SERVICES CONSISTS OF AN EQUESTRIAN PROGRAM, BOOST PROGRAM AND TRANSPORTATION. THE EQUESTRIAN PROGRAM SERVES BETWEEN 12-14 STUDENTS WHO COMPETE IN 5-6 COMPETITIONS EACH YEAR. THE KNOX SCHOOL ALSO OFFERS A WEEKEND PROGRAM TO LOCAL CHILDREN AND OFFERS PRIVATE LESSONS. THE BOOST DEPARTMENT OFFERS PROGRAMS AND SUPPORT SERVICES DESIGNED TO PROVIDE CAPABLE, COLLEGE-BOUND STUDENTS WITH THE FOUNDATION AND SKILLS NECESSARY TO DEVELOP THEIR ABILITIES AND TO REACH THEIR PERSONAL GOALS FOR ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AND COLLEGE ADMISSION.
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Arts Programs
Offers instruction and performance opportunities in visual arts, theatre, music, and dance, including exhibitions and off-campus field trips to cultural institutions.
BOOST Program
Provides academic support and college preparation services for capable, college-bound students to develop skills and achieve personal goals.
Equestrian Program
Offers Varsity, Junior Varsity, and Club teams for students; includes competition at national levels, private lessons, and weekend programs for local children.
Knox School Summer Adventures
Nine-week summer program offering riding, tennis, water adventures, and classroom instruction for campers.
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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College Preparatory Secondary Education 2 activities
- Delivers college preparatory liberal arts education with individualized supportProvides a liberal arts education that nurtures individual student strengths through small class sizes, academic support via ENL and BOOST programs, and college preparation services. All seniors graduate and attend their preferred universities, collectively securing millions in scholarships.
- Offers Advanced Placement, dual-enrollment, and tailored academic programsOffers Advanced Placement courses, dual-enrollment opportunities, electives, and arts programs designed to align with student interests and enable college credit. Recognized on the 2024 AP School Honor Roll for excellence in AP program delivery.
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Educational Field Trips and Experiential Outings 2 activities
- Organizes cultural and educational field tripsConducts regular field trips to cultural institutions such as museums and theaters in New York City and Long Island to enrich student learning and engagement.
- Organizes weekend trips and student-led recreational activitiesPlans weekend trips to New York City and local recreational sites, and allows students to propose trip ideas to the Director of Student Life to support personal interests and engagement.
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Equine Education and Riding Instruction 1 activity
- Operates competitive and developmental equestrian programsRuns varsity, junior varsity, and club equestrian teams serving 12–14 students annually, with national competition participation at events like Wellington International and Saratoga. Offers instruction for beginners through advanced riders, prepares students for collegiate competition (NCEA/IHSA), and hosts monthly clinics with elite riders. The program, established in 1914, includes a renovated riding ring designed by experts from the Longine Global Championship Tour.
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Hands-On STEM Education Programs 1 activity
- Operates comprehensive STEM and technology education programsRuns a dedicated STEM lab to support student exploration in technology, computer science, and engineering as part of its academic curriculum.
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College Access and Success Support 1 activity
- Prepares student athletes for collegiate-level competitionSupports student athletes in advancing to collegiate sports programs, including crew, basketball, and equestrian teams, with documented placements at institutions such as Oxford Brookes University, University of Maine at Fort Kent, and Seton Hall University.
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Interscholastic and Inclusive School Sports Programs 1 activity
- Provides structured athletic programs promoting sportsmanship and personal developmentIntegrates athletics into daily student life through programs in volleyball, badminton, rowing, tennis, soccer, softball, fencing, cross-country, swimming, and strength training. Emphasizes sportsmanship, teamwork, discipline, preparation, and goal setting as foundational to personal and athletic success.
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Curated Art Exhibitions and Public Displays 1 activity
- Provides structured performing and visual arts programmingHosts annual performing arts events including theatrical productions, musicals, concerts, and coffee houses, and organizes two annual on-campus visual arts exhibitions in the Solarium Gallery at Houghton Hall, with additional participation in off-campus galleries.
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Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
- Runs a nine-week summer camp program for youthOperates an annual nine-week summer program serving 286 campers, featuring riding, tennis, water adventures, and classroom instruction.
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Student Support and Academic Services 1 activity
- Supports student life and personal development through structured programmingProvides a supportive environment for boarding and day students through daily Community Periods, weekly Morning Meetings to celebrate achievements, mandatory Wednesday extra help sessions, advisor meetings for goal setting, and student-tailored clubs on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$7.63M
Contributions & grants$92K1%
Program service revenue$7.04M92%
Investment income$153K2%
Other revenue$339K
expenses
Total expenses$8.83M
Program expenses65%
Admin / overhead34%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$2.96M
Grants paid out$1.38M
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$5.62M
Cash$3.80M
Investments$0
Liabilities$19.99M
Net assets$-14.37M
Liquid reserves5.2 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +12.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Riccardi | Head of School | 40 | $125K |
board members · 5
- Anita Edwards — Trustee
- Craig Novak — President
- Dr Joseph Vollaro — Treasurer
- Manizha Parand — Vice President
- Pamela Cullington-Hinrichs — Board Chair
relationships · 23
Who they work with
- Art League of Long Island Partner — Hosts student visual arts exhibitions.
- Chelsea Moss Partner — Grand Prix Rider and Junior Star of “HorsePower” who participates in monthly clinics at Knox School.
- College Board Network — Member of the AP School Honor Roll, indicating participation in and recognition by the College Board's Advanced Placement program.
- Declan McGarry Partner — Irish Olympic Equestrian Team Silver Medalist who participates in monthly clinics at Knox School.
- Director of Student Life Partner — Student liaison who receives trip suggestions and supports student engagement outside academics.
- Gershwin Theater Partner — Site of student field trip to see Wicked.
- Goldsmiths, University of London Partner — Student placement for crew program
- Heckscher Museum of Art Partner — Hosts student visual arts exhibitions.
- Interscholastic Equestrian Association Partner — Students on the Junior Varsity Team compete in IEA Hunt Seat competitions.
- John W. Engman Theater Partner — Site of student field trip to see A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder.
- Long Island Museum of Art Partner — Hosts student visual arts exhibitions.
- Metropolitan Museum of Art Partner — Site of regular student field trips for arts education.
- Museum of Modern Art Partner — Site of regular student field trips for arts education.
- Oxford Brookes University Partner — Student placement for crew program
- Parrish Art Museum Partner — Site of regular student field trips for arts education.
- Roundabout Theater Partner — Site of student field trip to see Scotland, PA.
- Seton Hall University Partner — Student placement for basketball program
- St. Joseph’s University Partner — Student placement for basketball program
- Stony Brook Harbor Government — Provides waterfront access for crew team training
- USEF (United States Equestrian Federation) Government — Organization through which Mas has produced nationally recognized “Horse(s) of the Year”.
- USHJA Partner — Knox Equestrian aims to participate in USHJA Emerging Athletes Program competitions.
- University of Maine at Fort Kent Partner — Student placement for basketball program
- Virginia Riccardi Government — Head of School at The Knox School
strategies · 5
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.
- Character-Integrated Academics and Athleticsmethodology: character-integrated_educationBy embedding core values such as responsibility and accountability into both academic and athletic programs, the school cultivates character and personal growth because consistent reinforcement across domains strengthens ethical identity and behavior.
- Holistic Mentorship Modelmethodology: holistic-mentorshipBy integrating teachers as mentors, advisors, and dorm parents, the school supports holistic student development because sustained, multi-faceted adult relationships foster deeper personal and academic growth.
- Location-Enhanced Arts Immersionmethodology: location-based_arts_immersionBy leveraging proximity to New York City and regional arts hubs through field trips, the school deepens student engagement with professional art and theater because real-world exposure enhances artistic inspiration and contextual learning.
- Personalized, Whole-Person Educationmethodology: personalized-whole_studentBy operating as a small community where staff know each student individually, the school enables personalized academic and emotional support because deep relational knowledge allows tailored guidance across academics, arts, athletics, and character.
- Team-Based Development in Athleticsmethodology: team-first_developmentBy structuring athletic programs around interdependence and mutual accountability, the school fosters personal success through teamwork because students learn that individual achievement is contingent on collective effort.