named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Career Program
Offers career readiness classes in resume writing, interview skills, and financial coaching, plus one-on-one career advisement and access to job fairs and networking events.
College Program
Provides college preparation classes, ongoing tutoring, mentoring, and support for applying to and graduating from college, including assistance with remedial exams and college applications.
High School Equivalency Program (HSEP)
Offers classroom instruction and tutoring to help women prepare for and pass the GED/TASC exam, with specialized support for those needing to pass specific subject areas.
Technology Program
Prepares women with technology skills to enter the workforce confidently, though specific curriculum details are not described on the website.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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College Access and Success Support 2 activities
- College Preparation and Support ServicesOffers college preparation classes, virtual tutoring, academic mentoring, and one-on-one support to help women apply to and succeed in CUNY and SUNY colleges, including assistance with FAFSA and TAP applications and organized campus visits to Hostos Community College, BMCC, and Bronx Community College.
- College and Career Bridge ProgramIntegrates college preparation with career and technology training to support students in pursuing higher education and economic independence, including direct admissions pathways to Bronx Community College and comprehensive application support.
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Workforce Readiness Training 1 activity
- Career and Technology Training ProgramDelivers career readiness classes, job search assistance, resume development, interview training, financial coaching, and professional development workshops; offers lifetime access to career counseling and mock interviews for alumni, and hosts career fairs and networking events to support workforce entry and improved employment outcomes.
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Alumni Community Building 1 activity
- Graduation and Alumni EngagementHosts an annual graduation ceremony for HSE program completers and quarterly alumni gatherings to foster community building, experience-sharing, and ongoing engagement with program graduates.
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High School Equivalency Preparation 1 activity
- High School Equivalency (HSE) ProgramProvides in-person and virtual classroom instruction in math, reading, writing, science, and social studies to prepare low-income women aged 18 and older for the New York State GED exam, including scheduling exam registration and offering a $50 registration fee (reduced for returning students).
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Advocacy for Undocumented StudentsExecutive Director Dr. Danae McLeod advocates for undocumented students by presenting on the organization’s work in the South Bronx at public forums such as the 2018 Women’s Resilience Conference.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.30M
Contributions & grants$1.29M99%
Program service revenue$6K0%
Investment income$3K0%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$1.27M
Program expenses78%
Admin / overhead21%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$987K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$395K
Cash$305K
Investments$0
Liabilities$43K
Net assets$352K
Liquid reserves2.9 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +51.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ROBBIN FINNEY-GRANSTON | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $157K |
| NICOLA CLARKE | ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR | 40 | $116K |
board members · 7
- CHRISTINA FEEGE — BOARD MEMBER
- DONNETTE DUNBAR — BOARD MEMBER
- JILL ROSMARIN — BOARD MEMBER
- LIZ THOMAS — BOARD MEMBER
- MARY MULHERN — BOARD MEMBER
- PAUL DENU — BOARD MEMBER
- SADHANA JOLIET — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 34
Who they work with
- 1199 SEIU Training and Employment Funds Partner — Partner organization providing training, education, and employment services to workers.
- BMCC Partner — Partner college where students have listed it as their top choice and participated in campus visits.
- BMCC Partner — Partnered with Grace Outreach to host a campus visit for college program students.
- Bronx Community College Partner — Partner institution for college access, direct admissions, and campus visits for students.
- Bronx Community College Partner — Partner institution for direct admissions and college transition support for students in the College and Career Bridge Program.
- Center for Bronx Non-Profits Partner — Co-sponsor of the 2018 Women’s Resilience Conference where Grace Outreach participated.
- City University of New York Partner — Assists students in applying to CUNY colleges and supports their transition into the university system.
- City University of New York (CUNY) Partner — Collaborates to support students transitioning to college after earning a high school equivalency diploma.
- Grace Institute Partner — Partner organization offering workforce development programs focused on women, including professional development and job placement services for GO students.
- Hostos Community College Partner — Host institution for the 2018 Women’s Resilience Conference attended by Grace Outreach.
- Hostos Community College Partner — Hosts campus visits and provides college admissions and program information to Grace Outreach students.
- Hostos Community College Partner — Partner institution for college program campus visits and student engagement.
- Hot Bread Kitchen Partner — Partner organization creating economic mobility through food industry pathways for women and small businesses impacted by inequality.
- Hot Bread Kitchen Partner — Partner organization providing access to culinary training and job placement programs for GO students.
- Junior Board Partner — Organized and facilitated a mock interview event for Grace Outreach students.
- KCC Partner — Partner organization providing early childhood education services for children with developmental delays in collaboration with families and communities.
- LIFT Partner — Partner organization providing support with legal services, housing assistance, and public benefits to GO students in need.
- Montefiore Health Opportunities Program Partner — Partner organization offering a summer enrichment program for students from disadvantaged backgrounds interested in health careers.
- Mother Cabrini Health Foundation Funder — Funding partner supporting the organization’s programs.
- NEW Partner — Partner organization that prepares and places women in skilled, unionized jobs with career advancement opportunities.
- New York State Education Department Government — Administers the GED exam that Grace Outreach prepares students for; referenced as the official source for exam information.
- New York Women’s Foundation Partner — Co-participant and sponsor of the 2018 Women’s Resilience Conference where Grace Outreach was represented.
- News Corp Foundation Funder — Funding partner supporting the organization’s programs.
- Per Scholas Partner — Partner organization providing intensive technology training programs and job placement assistance to GO students.
- Phipps Partner — Partner organization offering free career training programs in healthcare fields through collaboration with Montefiore Health Systems and Hostos Community College.
- Pipeline program Partner — Partner organization offering tuition-free allied health training, internships, and supportive services such as transportation and childcare to low-income individuals.
- SUNY Partner — Supports students in applying to SUNY colleges and accessing financial aid programs.
- SUNY’s Bronx EOC Partner — Partner organization offering tuition-free academic and vocational training programs to GO students.
- Stavros Niarchos Foundation Funder — Funding partner supporting the organization’s programs.
- Streetwise Partner — Partner organization providing a three-month mentoring program focused on professional development and leadership skills for disadvantaged individuals.
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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.
- Integrated Education and Employment Pathwaymethodology: integrated-education-and-employmentBy combining academic preparation, college access, and career training into a coordinated model, the organization enables low-income women to achieve long-term economic security because integration increases persistence and aligns skill development with labor market opportunities.
- Peer-Supported Individualized Advancementmethodology: women-helping-womenBy fostering a "women helping women" environment, the organization enhances participant motivation and retention because peer relationships create accountability, reduce isolation, and model achievable success paths.