irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $1.77MADULT LITERACY - ASSIST INDIVIDUALS 18+ YEARS OF AGE WITH ESOL AND HSE CLASSES
named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Career Readiness + High School Equivalency (HSE)
Program that supports adults in earning their High School Equivalency credential while preparing for employment through career readiness training
Construction Program (Construct Forward)
Hands-on training in construction trades, including OSHA and SST certifications, with internship and job placement support in partnership with organizations like Habitat for Humanity and DC 9
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
Language instruction for immigrants and asylum seekers, including beginner and advanced levels, often combined with job readiness and computer literacy training
Learn in the Evening Program (LITE)
Evening classes in Computer, GED, and ESL for working adults, allowing them to attend training outside of regular work hours
MCIF Opportunity Center
Provides ESOL, digital literacy, high school equivalency, and workshops on healthcare and related resources, originally founded to empower immigrant women in Bushwick, Brooklyn
Pharmacy Technician Training Program
Healthcare training program preparing participants for the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Pharmacy Technician exam and careers in healthcare
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Student Career Readiness and Internship Placement 2 activities
- Provide job placement and career support servicesConnects graduates and participants with employer partners for internships and job placements, including stipended internships with organizations like Habitat for Humanity and DC 9. Offers resume intensives, mock interviews, speed networking, career panels, and one-on-one mentorship to support career readiness and advancement.
- Support alumni through ongoing career and education servicesOperates the Stay at Work (SAW) program to support alumni in maintaining employment, pursuing further education, or transitioning to new jobs. Services include monthly dinners with case managers, hiring events, and hands-on resume and interview coaching.
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Organizational DEI Capacity Building 1 activity
- Advance organizational culture of diversity, equity, and inclusionEngages in intentional efforts to implement racial equity, diversity, and inclusion values within the organization and its service communities, fostering a work environment where diversity and belonging are central to organizational culture.
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Healthcare Workforce Training & Career Pathways 1 activity
- Deliver workforce development and job training programs in healthcare, technology, and constructionProvides advanced training with hands-on instruction and industry-recognized certifications in healthcare, technology, and construction fields, including programs such as Construct Forward and Pharmacy Technician Training. These programs have led to six-figure career placements and apprenticeships with organizations like Local 28.
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ESL and Citizenship Instruction 1 activity
- Provide adult education programs in high school equivalency and English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)Offers free GED and ESOL classes to adults aged 18 and over, including daytime programs for immigrant mothers and evening classes for working adults. These programs are tailored to remove barriers such as childcare and work schedules, and have served over 600 adults in recent years.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$8.07M
Contributions & grants$7.84M97%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$2K0%
Other revenue$231K
expenses
Total expenses$7.90M
Program expenses76%
Admin / overhead20%
Fundraising4%
Salaries & benefits$3.95M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$5.72M
Cash$281K
Investments$0
Liabilities$3.80M
Net assets$1.91M
Liquid reserves0.4 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +15.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| EVELYN ORTIZ | CO-CEO | 35 | $160K |
| GREG RIDEOUT | CO-CEO | 35 | $160K |
board members · 17
- ALISON MULLER — SECRETARY
- BLAKE HYATT — MEMBER - JOINED JUNE 25
- BRIAN MIRTA — MEMBER - RESIGNED JUNE 25
- CHRISTIAN ZEILER-MUNSO — MEMBER
- CHRISTINE MORRISON — MEMBER - RESIGNED FEB 25
- DAMIAN BIVONA — MEMBER - RESIGNED JUNE 25
- FRANK MORIZIO — MEMBER
- GEHAN DABARE — MEMBER - RESIGNED JUNE 25
- JEFF HAO — TREASURER
- JENNY BAXI — MEMBER - RESIGNED JAN 25
- MAJORIE PARKER — MEMBER
- MARC GROSS — VICE CHAIRPERSON
- NICOLAS YODER — MEMBER
- RETHA FERNANDEZ — MEMBER - JOINED JUNE 25
- ROMAN JACKSON — MEMBER - JOINED JUNE 25
- STELLA CHANG — MEMBER - JOINED JUNE 25
- VINCENT CHIRICO — CHAIRPERSON
relationships · 55
Who they work with
- 1199 SEIU Partner — Union partner in workforce development and job placement initiatives.
- Absolute Staffing Partner — Staffing agency partner in workforce development and job placement initiatives.
- Black & Veatch Partner — Engineering and infrastructure partner in workforce development and job placement initiatives.
- Bridging Access to Care Partner — Healthcare services partner in workforce development and job placement initiatives.
- Brooklyn Navy Yard Partner — Corporate partner in workforce development and job placement initiatives.
- CAO Partner — Corporate partner in workforce development and job placement initiatives.
- CVS Health Partner — Corporate partner in workforce development and job placement initiatives.
- Chick-fil-A Partner — Corporate partner in workforce development and job placement initiatives.
- Citizens Philanthropic Foundation Funder — Funder of workforce development programs
- Community Offshore Wind Partner — Partner in workforce development initiatives
- Con Edison Funder — Funder of workforce development programs
- ConEd Partner — Corporate partner in workforce development and job placement initiatives.
- Consortium for Workers Education (CWE) Partner — Collaborates on worker education and training programs
- DC 37 Partner — Public sector union partner in workforce development and job placement initiatives.
- Daniel Veliz Partner — Author of the 2024 Impact Report, indicating involvement in communications or reporting.
- District Attorneys Partner — Government legal office partner in workforce development and job placement initiatives.
- Empire Wind Offshore Wind Project Partner — Partner in offshore wind workforce development initiatives
- Equal Opportunity Employer/Program Government — Complies with equal opportunity employment standards
- FSO Partner — Corporate partner in workforce development and job placement initiatives.
- FreshDirect Partner — Corporate partner in workforce development and job placement initiatives.
- HL Dynasty Partner — Corporate partner in workforce development and job placement initiatives.
- Habitat for Humanity New York City and Westchester County Partner — Hosted an internship for a trainee from OBT’s Construct Forward program.
- Haugland Group Funder — Funder of workforce development programs
- HeartShare Partner — Nonprofit partner in workforce development and job placement initiatives.
- Hispanic Federation Partner — Partner in community-based workforce development programs
- Hudson & Watson Foundation Funder — Funder of workforce development programs
- Human Services Council Network — Member of human services advocacy and service network
- Kingsborough Community College Partner — Partner in education and workforce training programs
- Kingsborough Community College Partner — Partnered to deliver OSHA, SST, Flagger, and Offshore Wind certifications in the Construct Forward program.
- LinkedIn Partner — Partner in workforce development and digital skills training
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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.
- Education and Training as Pathway to Economic Equitymethodology: education-and-training-to-employment-pathwayBy providing integrated education, job training, and employment services, the organization enables individuals to overcome systemic barriers to economic mobility and achieve long-term self-sufficiency, because structured pathways address root causes of poverty and inequity.
- Employer Partnerships to Create Career Pathwaysmethodology: employer-partnership_networkBy partnering with employers, the organization creates direct pipelines to employment for program graduates, because corporate relationships expand access to sustainable jobs and ensure training aligns with labor market needs.
- Workforce Development Through Structural Equity Lensmethodology: structural-equity-lensBy designing programs that explicitly acknowledge systemic racism, power imbalances, and oppression, the organization aims to dismantle barriers to economic opportunity, because addressing root structural causes leads to more equitable and sustainable outcomes.