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AHALEARNING INC

NEW YORK, NY · EIN 922493977 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE B90 · Education · Small ($100K-$1M) · ahalearninginc.org
revenue
$594K
expenses
$554K
net assets
$90K
employees
0
volunteers
3
program ratio
98%
mission · from form 990

AHALEARNING EMPOWERS STUDENTS THROUGH INTERACTIVE ONLINE LEARNING. WE OFFER SMALL GROUP AND ONE-ON-ONE CLASSES IN MATHEMATICS, ENGLISH LITERACY, AND OUR CHINESE-ENGLISH BILINGUAL PROGRAM, SUPPORTED BY RECORDED LESSONS AND PERSONAL MENTORS. WE ALSO DEVELOP STANDARDS-ALIGNED CURRICULA AND PROVIDE TEACHER TRAINING TO ENSURE EFFECTIVE, EVIDENCE-BASED INSTRUCTION.

profile · synthesized from sources

AHALEARNING INC provides interactive online learning programs for students in mathematics, English literacy, and Chinese-English bilingual education. The organization offers small-group and one-on-one classes focused on competition math preparation, creative and academic writing, and Mandarin language acquisition. It serves students globally through virtual instruction and supplements teaching with recorded lessons and mentorship.

named programs · 5 · from sources

What they call their work

AMC Core Strategies Lecture
Free parent-focused lecture series providing guidance on AMC math competition preparation, including goal setting, study habits, and timeline planning.
Chinese Language Program
Immersive Mandarin instruction under the JJonline brand, offering beginner to advanced levels with cultural content, storytime, and character recognition for heritage and non-heritage learners.
Chinese Storytime with AHA
Free 12-session online program using picture books and interactive games to teach Chinese to young learners, combining language development with cultural engagement.
English Writing Program
Teaches students to read and write like writers through analysis of short fiction, creative writing exercises, and preparation for New York Times student contests in profile writing, STEM, and editorials.
Math Program
Offers small-group and one-on-one instruction preparing students for math competitions such as Math Olympiad, Math Kangaroo, and AMC 8, with curriculum based on problem-solving strategies and advanced concepts.
activities · 6 groups

What they do

  • Mathematics Curriculum Implementation and Enrichment 2 activities
    • Delivers interactive online education programs in mathematics, English literacy, and Chinese-English bilingual studies
      Provides small group and one-on-one online classes in mathematics, English literacy, and bilingual Chinese-English instruction, supported by recorded lessons and personal mentors. Programs include structured progressions from foundational skills to advanced applications.
    • Prepares students for math competitions including AMC, Math Olympiad, and Math Kangaroo
      Offers preparatory courses and topic-based instruction focused on problem-solving skills and past exam practice for math competitions such as AMC 8/10, Math Olympiad, and Math Kangaroo, including a year-long course covering pre-algebra and MATHCOUNTS-level content.
  • Teacher Professional Development 1 activity
    • Develops standards-aligned curricula and provides teacher training
      Creates evidence-based, standards-aligned instructional materials and delivers training to educators to support effective teaching practices.
  • School and School-Community Events 1 activity
    • Hosts educational community events and cultural programs
      Organizes special events such as Mother's Day celebrations and cultural festival activities featuring storytelling, songs, and Chinese character writing to engage families and support language learning.
  • Local High School Scholarship Programs 1 activity
    • Implements scholarships and outreach to expand educational access
      Runs scholarship programs and community outreach initiatives aimed at increasing access to educational opportunities for underserved populations.
  • East Asian Language and Cultural Education 1 activity
    • Offers Chinese language programs for children using interactive methods
      Provides beginner to advanced Chinese language instruction for children through stories, games, cultural exploration, and interactive practice, including a 12-session picture book–based online program and weekly Chinese Storytime events with thematic content.
  • Structured Literacy Instruction and Dyslexia Support 1 activity
    • Supports student writing development through structured courses and contest preparation
      Provides English writing instruction progressing from sentence building to creative and academic writing, including individualized feedback via Google Classroom, weekly prompts, and preparation for New York Times youth contests such as the Profile, STEM Writing, and Editorial Contests.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$594K
Contributions & grants$280K47%
Program service revenue$313K53%
Investment income$9940%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$554K
Program expenses98%
Admin / overhead2%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$79K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$90K
Cash$90K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$90K
Liquid reserves2.0 mo
2 years on record · 2023–2024 · YoY revenue +159.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 2
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
LIN CHEN PRESIDENT 15 $47K
GABRIEL GUNTHER-BROWN SECRETARY (END 9/2024) 10 $32K
board members · 3
  • TING ZHAO — DIRECTOR
  • ZHENG LI — TREASURER
  • ZHIYIN JIN — SECRETARY (BEG 10/2024)
relationships · 6

Who they work with

  • Beast Academy Partner — Uses Beast Academy as the main content for its math competition courses.
  • Coursepod Partner — Uses Coursepod as the platform for delivering Chinese language classes.
  • New York Times Partner — Aligns curriculum with New York Times youth writing contests and prepares students to submit entries.
  • PayPal Government — Uses PayPal for payment processing for programs.
  • expert instructors Partner — Collaborates with expert instructors to deliver online classes.
  • support@learningpeers.net Partner — Point of contact for community advisors supporting student-tutor matching
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.

  • Evidence-Based, Interdisciplinary Writing and Critical Thinking Development
    methodology: interdisciplinary_writing_instruction
    By integrating the six-trait writing framework with interdisciplinary reading and hands-on problem-solving across subjects, we develop deliberate writing habits and critical thinking because structured, content-rich instruction connects skill-building to real intellectual engagement.
  • Integrated, Competition-Aligned Math Curriculum
    methodology: integrated_curriculum_design
    By combining Beast Academy, Gao Si Math, and hands-on problem-solving, we prepare students for advanced math competitions because an integrated curriculum builds deep conceptual mastery and strategic reasoning through progressive, real-world challenges.
  • Interactive, Story-Based Language and Literacy Instruction
    methodology: immersive_cultural_language_learning
    By using read-aloud storytelling, culturally themed activities, and progressive character recognition, we build language skills and confidence because immersive, emotionally engaging practice fosters deeper retention and real-world communication abilities.
  • Personalized, Tech-Powered Learning with Mentor Support
    methodology: personalized_online_learning
    By delivering interactive online education through small groups, one-on-one instruction, and personal mentors, we increase engagement and learning outcomes because personalized support and flexible access address individual learning needs and sustain motivation.
  • Youth-Led Peer Tutoring and Leadership Model
    methodology: peer_tutoring_youth_led
    By engaging high-achieving students as peer tutors, we deliver academic support while fostering leadership because youth-led instruction increases relatability, builds community, and deepens both tutor and tutee engagement.