named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Afterschool Program
After-school enrichment for elementary students including homework time, snack, recreational sports, and a specialty class chosen by families.
Drop-In Days
Occasional drop-in enrollment available for families needing flexible scheduling during the fall and spring terms.
Holiday Camp
Day camp offered during school holidays, half-days, and select weekends, providing supervised activities and field trips.
Summer Day Camp
Flexible summer camp program with weekly and daily enrollment options, featuring outdoor expeditions, field trips, and themed activities.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- After-school enrichment programs for elementary school studentsProvides after-school enrichment programming for students in grades K-5, including homework support, snack time, recreational sports, games, and free play, across fall, winter, and spring seasons. Programs are available for all grades with structured class options and registration.
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Educational Field Trips and Experiential Outings 1 activity
- Field trips and outdoor expeditions for enrolled childrenOrganizes daily outdoor expeditions to nearby parks such as JJ Walker and Hudson River Piers for picnics, sports, mini-golf, and fishing, as well as weekly field trips to cultural and recreational venues including the Bronx Zoo, Central Park, Liberty Science Center, Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, and Governors Island. Annual trips span visual arts, history, science and technology, wildlife, and conservation disciplines.
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Student and Camp Transportation Services 1 activity
- Free walk-over services for student transportationProvides free walk-over services to escort students from PS 3, PS 41, PS 340, and AOSJ to the program's homebase at 83 Christopher Street.
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Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
- Summer and holiday camp programs for childrenOperates day camp programs during summer break, holidays, half-days, and special evening and weekend sessions, offering flexible enrollment options for full weeks or individual days. Camp activities include fitness, sports, chess, science, technology, and creative arts.
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Children's Themed Birthday Parties 1 activity
- Themed weekly celebrations and partiesHosts weekly thematic parties with creative themes such as Carnival, Olympics, and Water Splash, culminating in Friday celebrations featuring music and treats for enrolled children.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$1.08M
Contributions & grants$50K5%
Program service revenue$1.02M94%
Investment income$11K1%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$1.06M
Program expenses93%
Admin / overhead7%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$789K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$395K
Cash$365K
Investments$0
Liabilities$240K
Net assets$155K
Liquid reserves4.1 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue +21.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| MARIA LEAO | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $171K |
board members · 4
- BRYN BOWEN — BOARD MEMBER
- ELIZABETH GIBBONS — PRESIDENT
- EVA KALIS — MEMBER
- SUZANNE PENNASILICO — TREASURER
relationships · 6
Who they work with
- AOSJ Partner — Provides free walk-over services for students from AOSJ to the Village Kids program.
- PS 3 Partner — Founded by PS 3 parents and maintains a community-based relationship with the school community.
- PS 3 Partner — Founded by a group of PS 3 parents; operates enrichment programs connected to the school community.
- PS 3 Partner — Provides free walk-over services for students from PS 3 to the Village Kids program.
- PS 340 Partner — Provides free walk-over services for students from PS 340 to the Village Kids program.
- PS 41 Partner — Provides free walk-over services for students from PS 41 to the Village Kids program.
strategies · 2
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.
- Holistic Child Development Through Integrated Programmingmethodology: holistic after-school enrichmentBy combining academic support, specialty enrichment classes, and recreational activities within structured after-school and summer programs, we support holistic child development because integrated programming addresses physical, intellectual, social, and emotional needs simultaneously.
- Youth Development via Structured Community-Based Enrichmentmethodology: structured-enrichment-programsBy offering structured after-school and summer enrichment programs aligned with school calendars and family needs, we promote sustained youth development because consistent, accessible programming reinforces learning and engagement during critical developmental periods.