irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2022
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $63KLiteracy is much need within our low income families. We have assisted over 300 kids who where well below satisfactory levels to rise to a expectational level. We work with 5 school and over 200 volunteers to assist our kids who need private literacy assistance
- #2 $70KJesus Week Department focused on events with Church's adopting their Neighborhood, low-income communities and schools to deliver Christian events. These events would have a climax event in Times Square where tens of thousands of people would congregate to have a night of Worship and prayer.
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Ambassadors of Peace
30-week mentorship program for youth that builds character, leadership, and purpose through consistent engagement, spiritual formation, intergenerational mentoring, and preparation for higher education or employment.
Literacy Program (READ 2 SUCCEED)
Provides one-on-one literacy tutoring and mentorship to K–2 students in Staten Island public and charter schools, helping children advance reading levels through trained volunteers using phonics and vocabulary activities.
Summer Streets
Transforms high-violence neighborhoods in Staten Island into safe zones during summer with block closures, family events, meals, games, and faith-based lessons; partners with NYPD to reduce youth violence and build community trust.
Urban Hoops
Basketball and mentorship program for girls and disconnected youth, combining athletic development with leadership training, emotional support, and life skills to combat depression, dropout, and disconnection.
activities · 12 groups
What they do
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After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 2 activities
- After-school and faith-based programming for childrenServes nearly 100 children weekly through Bible-based after-school programs at five schools on Staten Island’s North Shore, fostering confidence, spiritual engagement, and emotional well-being for children experiencing family disruption.
- Literacy tutoring for children in low-income communitiesProvides literacy assistance to over 300 children from low-income families, helping students advance 2–3 reading levels through school-based programs such as READ 2 SUCCEED. Services are delivered in multiple schools on Staten Island and the North Shore.
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Youth Soccer Development Programs 2 activities
- Professional athlete engagement in school outreachEngages former NFL and NBA athletes to deliver motivational talks and personal stories in schools, aiming to inspire youth and promote positive life choices.
- Youth sports programs with faith-based engagementOperates an 18-and-under basketball league for disconnected youth in Staten Island, culminating in championship finals at Barclays Center. Integrates spiritual messages through sermons by Pastor Dave Beidel and other evangelists during events.
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Intake and Referral Coordination 1 activity
- CarePortal platform for child and family crisis responseOperates the CarePortal platform to connect child-serving professionals with local churches and community volunteers to meet urgent needs of children and families in crisis.
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Friendly Visiting & Social Companionship Programs 1 activity
- Church and community mobilization for pastoral careOrganizes and mobilizes over 2,000 churches to adopt nearby homes, conducting more than 10 million door-to-door visits and adopting over 7 million homes to combat loneliness and provide spiritual and emotional support.
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Gun Violence Prevention & Intervention 1 activity
- Community transformation and neighborhood safety initiativesTransforms high-risk neighborhoods into Safe Zones through eight-week block closures for community activities, reducing violent incidents by 90% compared to prior summers. Engages thousands in recreational and faith-based programming during Summer Streets.
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Religious Media Production and Distribution 1 activity
- Distribution of Christian literature and resourcesDistributes books, Bibles, and inspirational materials in English and Spanish to churches and communities across the Tri-State area and New York City, using a 50,000 square foot warehouse to support logistics. Over 8 million resources have been delivered to date.
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Distribution of PPE and Crisis Supplies 1 activity
- Emergency relief and community aid distributionDistributed food, hygiene kits, baby outfits, toys, and books; provided meal delivery to seniors; and supported Agape Meals and virtual tutoring during crises. Partnered with Samaritan's Purse to build a COVID-19 field hospital and delivered relief resources across hard-hit neighborhoods.
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Christian Gospel Proclamation 1 activity
- Large-scale Christian outreach and public worship eventsOrganizes major evangelistic events such as Jesus Week XL, featuring worship, music, and Gospel proclamation in Times Square with tens of thousands in attendance. Conducts over 1,000 relief outreaches during these campaigns.
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Christian Leadership & Discipleship Training 1 activity
- Leadership internship programOperates a 10-month internship program that trains individuals in faith-based service, leadership, personal growth, and community engagement in New York City.
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Workforce Readiness Training 1 activity
- Support for youth education and career advancementCoaches youth in transitioning to higher education or employment, supports university enrollment and job placement, and provides business-launch coaching including LLC formation, bookkeeping, sales pipeline development, and training in marketing, sales, pitching, and professional presentation.
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Youth Leadership Development Programs 1 activity
- Youth mentorship and leadership development programsRuns structured mentorship initiatives including a 30-week program for over 100 youth and the Ambassador of Peace program starting in 6th grade. Offers long-term leadership development from kindergarten through adulthood, focusing on belonging, purpose, integrity, and compassion.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Technology and tool development for churches and nonprofitsInvested over $50 million in free tools and resources to strengthen the operational capacity of churches and nonprofit organizations.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$801K
Contributions & grants$794K99%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$6K1%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$714K
Program expenses46%
Admin / overhead54%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$377K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$626K
Cash$626K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$626K
Liquid reserves10.5 mo
3 years on record · 2021–2023 · YoY revenue -5.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHAD MCVANN | EXECUTIVE DI | 40 | $44K |
| DAVID BEIDEL | PRESIDENT | 40 | $44K |
relationships · 19
Who they work with
- 5 school Partner — Collaborated with five schools to deliver private literacy assistance to children in low-income families.
- Barclays Center Partner — Hosts the organization's championship finals for youth basketball teams.
- Barna Group Partner — Cited as a source for research on child spiritual development and outcomes of faith-based mentorship.
- Care Portal Partner — Collaborates with Care Portal to meet immediate community needs in real-time for individuals and families in crisis.
- CarePortal Partner — Collaborates with CarePortal to connect child-serving professionals with local churches and community members.
- Mick Richards Partner — Jesus Week Director responsible for mobilizing churches and producing outreach content.
- MissionWake Partner — Partnered with Urban Hope NYC and "The Paul Film" to deliver a message of hope and redemption through film.
- NYCHA Partner — Partnered with Urban Hope NYC to distribute thousands of books to children and promote literacy in public housing communities.
- NYPD Partner — Collaborates with NYPD to transform high-risk neighborhoods into Safe Zones during Summer Streets initiative.
- NYPD Partner — Collaborates with Urban Hope NYC and local clergy to build trust and create safer conditions in at-risk Staten Island neighborhoods.
- P.S. 18 Partner — Partner school where literacy mentoring services are delivered.
- Pastor Chad McVann Partner — Managing Director and Executive Director overseeing operations for Urban Hope NYC and affiliated initiatives.
- PropertyShark Government — Linked through website footer; may indicate data or property information partnership.
- Samaritan’s Purse Partner — Partnered to build a COVID-19 field hospital in Central Park and deliver relief and Gospel resources.
- Saturate NYC Partner — Collaborative initiative mobilizing churches in unified outreach across New York City
- Saturate.NYC Partner — Collaborative initiative led by Pastor David Beidel to unite churches in prayer and action for urban transformation.
- Soraya Ruiz Partner — Literacy Director leading education programs to improve children's reading skills and leadership development.
- Staten Island churches Partner — Partners with local churches on Staten Island for discipleship, mentorship, and leadership development of youth.
- The Paul Film Partner — Collaborated with Urban Hope NYC and MissionWake to share a message of hope and redemption through film screenings and community engagement.
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.
- Community Safety Through Recreation and Cross-Sector Partnershipsmethodology: community_safety_through_recreationBy creating Safe Zones through block closures and recreational programming, and by partnering with law enforcement and faith leaders, we reduce violence and build trust because shared public spaces and joint presence foster community cohesion and protective relationships.
- Early-Intervention Literacy with Volunteer Mentoringmethodology: early_intervention_literacyBy deploying trained volunteers to provide one-on-one literacy tutoring in early education (K–2), we prevent long-term negative outcomes like poverty and criminality because early academic intervention builds foundational skills and self-efficacy in children most at risk.
- Faith-Based Community Mobilization for Holistic Transformationmethodology: faith_based_community_mobilizationBy mobilizing churches and faith leaders to adopt neighborhoods and deliver integrated programs—such as literacy tutoring, mentorship, and spiritual care—we produce sustainable community transformation because relational, faith-driven engagement fosters trust, long-term hope, and collective action that addresses both material and spiritual needs.
- Leadership Development Through Discipleship and Lived Experiencemethodology: discipleship_based_leadershipBy combining faith-based mentorship, discipleship, and leadership development starting in childhood and continuing through adulthood, we break cycles of poverty and violence because spiritual formation and identity-building foster personal purpose, resilience, and community influence.
- Shared Meals and Worship as Community Unity Practicemethodology: community_meals_for_unityBy organizing community meals inspired by the Agape tradition, we foster unity and mutual support because shared food and worship create inclusive, relational spaces that heal isolation and strengthen communal bonds during crises and everyday life.