irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $2.34MSUPPORTIVE HOUSING - PROVIDES SINGLE ROOM HOUSING FOR MEN AND WOMEN WHO HAVE BEEN HOMELESS OR ARE AT HIGH RISK OF HOMELESSNESS, THE MAJORITY OF WHICH HAVE A CHRONIC MENTAL ILLNESS, AND OFFERS CASE MANAGEMENT , VOCATIONAL TRAIN ING, RECREATION, SOCIALIZTION, MENTAL HEALTH CARE, ON-SITE NURSING AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELING. DURING FY25, 96% OF ALL SUPPORING HOUSING RESIDENTS SUCCESSFULLY MAINTAINED THEIR HOUSING WITH BCHS OR MOVED ON TO OTHER INDEPENDENT LIVING IN THE COMMUNITY. THE BROOKLYN HOUSING ASSISTANCE CENTER PREVENTED EVICTIONS FOR 100% OF THE AT-RISK INDIVIDUALS IT WORKED WITH; THE ARBOR IN PROGRAM PLACED 100% OF THE HOUSING READY HOMELESS FAMILIES WHO WERE ADMITTED INTO PERMANENT AND AT-RISK CHILDREN, WOMEN AND MEN WERE SERVED, AND 412 INDIVIDUALS.
- #2 $1.92MFAMILY SERVICES - OFFERS SECURE HOUSING FOR 44 MOTHERS, EACH WITH ONE CHILD UP TO THE AGE OF EIGHT, AND PROVIDES ASSISTANCE THAT INCLUDES CASE MANAGEMENT, ON-SITE CHILD CARE AND NURSING, VOCATIONAL TRAINING, COUNSELING, AND JOB PLACEMENT.
named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
Affordable Housing
Low-income housing units where rent is capped at 30% of income, available to community members; units located at Brooklyn Gardens and Navy Green.
Brooklyn Housing Assistance Center (BHAC)
Eviction prevention program offering rental arrears assistance, landlord mediation, legal help, and case management to low-income tenants at risk of homelessness.
Family Shelter
Short-term housing program for mothers with children, offering case management, mental health counseling, domestic violence support groups, vocational training, and childcare; located at Brooklyn Gardens.
Fresh Start Initiative
Aftercare program providing up to one year of clinical and transitional support to families transitioning from the Arbor Inn shelter to permanent housing, especially those affected by domestic violence or mental illness.
Permanent Supportive Housing
Long-term affordable housing with supportive services for formerly homeless individuals dealing with mental health or substance use issues; residents include veterans, seniors, and youth aging out of foster care; locations at Brooklyn Gardens and Navy Green.
Scattered-Site Apartment Program
Program placing formerly homeless adults with mental illness in private apartments across Brooklyn neighborhoods, with ongoing case management and support services.
Transitional Supportive Housing
Program for single adults with severe mental illness transitioning from psychiatric hospitalization, providing case management, medication management, life skills training, and clinical support; located at Brooklyn Gardens.
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Supportive and Emergency Housing Services 3 activities
- Operating permanent and transitional supportive housing programsProvides permanent and transitional supportive housing with ongoing services for formerly homeless individuals, including those managing mental health conditions, substance use challenges, or reentering community life after psychiatric hospitalization. Programs include scattered-site apartment models and dedicated residential buildings, serving over 1,200 individuals annually across Brooklyn.
- Promoting community building and social engagement among residentsFosters a sense of community among formerly homeless residents through shared living spaces, educational and recreational activities with clinical components, and inclusive design features such as those at Brooklyn Gardens, to reduce isolation and support well-being.
- Providing supportive housing and services for families experiencing homelessnessOffers short-term family shelter and transitional supportive housing for mothers with children transitioning from homelessness or domestic violence, including on-site child care, nursing, counseling, and job placement; placed 100% of housing-ready families into permanent housing through the Arbor Inn Program, serving 412 individuals.
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Workforce Readiness Training 1 activity
- Administering workforce development and vocational trainingImplements vocational assistance and workforce development programs using federal funding to support formerly homeless individuals and local Brooklyn residents in gaining employment and achieving independence.
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Emergency Rental Assistance and Eviction Prevention 1 activity
- Delivering eviction and homelessness prevention servicesOperates the Brooklyn Housing Assistance Center (BHAC) and related initiatives to prevent evictions and homelessness among low-income households through rental arrears assistance, landlord mediation, legal support, financial aid, and case management; achieved 100% eviction prevention for at-risk individuals served in FY25.
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Creative Arts Therapy Programs 1 activity
- Offering specialized clinical and therapeutic programmingProvides tailored clinical services including mental health and substance abuse counseling, support groups, medication management, life skills training, and specialized therapies such as horticultural, art, and drama therapy for trauma recovery and mental health stabilization.
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Affordable Housing Development and Management 1 activity
- Operating affordable housing units with income-based rentProvides affordable housing units in Brooklyn where rent is capped at 30% of annual income for low-income individuals and households, promoting long-term housing stability.
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Domestic Violence Survivor Support Services 1 activity
- Providing post-shelter clinical support through Fresh Start InitiativeDelivers enhanced clinical and transitional aftercare services for up to one year to families transitioning from the Arbor Inn shelter, particularly those with histories of domestic violence and maternal mental illness, to support sustained independence and well-being.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$14.05M
Contributions & grants$7.44M53%
Program service revenue$6.78M48%
Investment income$22K0%
Other revenue$-191K
expenses
Total expenses$14.33M
Program expenses83%
Admin / overhead13%
Fundraising4%
Salaries & benefits$8.26M
Grants paid out$378K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$7.70M
Cash$1.33M
Investments$659K
Liabilities$5.74M
Net assets$1.96M
Liquid reserves1.7 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +4.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 7
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JEFFREY NEMETSKY | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $288K |
| WENDY JUNIOUS | ASSISTANT EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $178K |
| NELSON ZUNIGA | CONTROLLER | 40 | $175K |
| EMMA WILLIAMS | CHIEF DEVELOPMENT OFFICER | 40 | $168K |
| NICOLE HALSEY | SENIOR DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS | 40 | $164K |
| STACEY MOHAMMED-OLIVER | HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR | 40 | $134K |
| MARIE-GERARD DEGRAFF-MYAL | PROGRAM DIRECTOR | 1 | $109K |
board members · 18
- ALEXANDRA CLARKE WALSH — BOARD MEMBER
- AMEYA BAPAT — BOARD MEMBER
- CLIFFORD COHEN — BOARD MEMBER
- DIANA GLANTERNIK — BOARD MEMBER
- ELYSE NEWMAN — BOARD MEMBER
- HARRISON GREEN — BOARD MEMBER
- IA ANDREWS — BOARD MEMBER
- JENS PETER HANSEN — BOARD MEMBER
- JONATHAN JONES — BOARD MEMBER
- JULIAN GORSKI — BOARD MEMBER
- JUSTIN MESHBERG — BOARD MEMBER
- KIM BINGHAM — BOARD TREASURER
- LAURA SCHNELL — BOARD MEMBER
- LESLIE FEDER — BOARD SECRETARY
- LEXY MAYERS — BOARD MEMBER
- MICHAEL SILBERFARB — BOARD MEMBER
- NATASHA FISHMAN — BOARD MEMBER
- NELLIE PERERA — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 7
Who they work with
- Brooklyn Housing Assistance Center Partner — Eviction prevention initiative operated by Brooklyn Community Housing and Services.
- Brooklyn Museum Partner — Host venue for the 2026 BCHS Gala
- Emma Williams Partner — Chief Development Officer at BCHS, point of contact for board membership inquiries.
- IMPACCT Brooklyn Partner — Collaborated with BCHS on the development of Navy Green, a supportive and affordable housing building.
- New York City Department of Homeless Services Government — Primary referral agency for most on-site housing programs
- New York State Office of Mental Health Government — Referral partner for transitional supportive housing programs
- YouTube Network — Hosts BCHS video content on its YouTube channel.
strategies · 4
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-Centered Stability Modelmethodology: community_buildingBy intentionally designing housing and programming around community-building—through shared spaces, resident engagement, and peer storytelling—we reduce isolation, enhance socialization, and promote long-term housing stability and well-being because a strong sense of belonging reinforces individual resilience and sustained independence.
- Dignity-Centered Skill Developmentmethodology: dignity-centered_independence_trainingBy supporting the development of independent living skills through in-home case management and staff collaboration, we foster long-term self-sufficiency because skill-building grounded in dignity and autonomy increases resident engagement and sustainable housing outcomes.
- Housing-First with Wraparound Supportmethodology: housing_firstBy providing permanent supportive housing combined with comprehensive wraparound services, we promote housing stability and long-term independence for individuals experiencing homelessness, particularly those with chronic mental illness or substance use challenges, because access to stable housing without preconditions enables engagement with clinical and social services that support recovery and self-sufficiency.
- Integrated Supportive Services for Holistic Well-Beingmethodology: integrated_supportive_servicesBy integrating mental health counseling, case management, medication support, and daily living skills training within housing programs, we improve resident stability and well-being because co-locating clinical and practical services removes barriers to access and addresses the interconnected drivers of homelessness.