What they reported doing
- #1 primary $136KTHE STATEN ISLAND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS ACTIVE IN DISASTER (SI COAD): UNITES NOT-FOR-PROFITS & AGENCIES THAT CAN PROVIDE ASSISTANCE IN DISASTERS. COORDINATES SERVICES FROM SI COAD MEMBERS TO INCREASE EFFICIENCY AND EFFECTIVENESS. INTERFACES WITH RESPONSE ORGANIZATIONS ON THE FEDERAL, STATE AND LOCAL LEVEL. PROMOTES A CULTURE OF PREPAREDNESS IN THE BOROUGHS NOT-FOR-PROFITS & COMMUNITY. IN ADDITION TO MEETING MONTHLY, THE COAD ALSO HOSTS: FAMILY READY DAY: A YEARLY EVENT EDUCATING THE COMMUNITY ABOUT LARGE-SCALE DISASTERS AND SMALLER LOCAL EMERGENCIES THAT CAN HAPPEN MORE FREQUENTLY. SELF CARE CONFERENCE: ANNUAL EVENT THAT PROVIDES SUPPORT TO THOSE IN THE FIELD, PROVIDING SELF CARE EDUCATION, RESILIENCY, RECOGNIZING PTSD AND BURN OUT. ALL SKILLS THEN CAN THEN BRING BACK TO COLLEAGUES AND PASS ONTO CLIENTS. THE STATEN ISLAND NFP ASSOCIATION IS ADMINISTRATOR OF THE SI COAD.
- #2 $311KTHE COMMUNITY CLIMATE CORPS (CCC) IS A PROGRAM OF NONPROFIT STATEN ISLAND FOCUSED ON BUILDING CLIMATE RESILIENCE ACROSS STATEN ISLAND THROUGH EDUCATION, ADVOCACY, COORDINATION, AND COMMUNITY-BASED ACTION. THE PROGRAM SUPPORTS RESIDENTS, NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS, AND LOCAL LEADERS IN UNDERSTANDING AND RESPONDING TO CLIMATE-RELATED RISKS, INCLUDING EXTREME WEATHER EVENTS, FLOODING, AND LONG-TERM ENVIRONMENTAL CHANGE.
What they call their work
What they do
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Disaster Relief and Recovery Services 1 activity
- Administer Staten Island Community Organizations Active in Disaster (SI COAD)Coordinates disaster response services among nonprofits and public agencies, interfaces with federal, state, and local emergency management organizations, and promotes community preparedness through initiatives such as the annual Family Ready Day and Self Care Conference.
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Leadership Development Programs 1 activity
- Deliver "Nonprofit on the Go" leadership development programImplements "Nonprofit on the Go," a leadership and professional development initiative designed for emerging nonprofit leaders with an emphasis on equitable access for underrepresented communities in Staten Island.
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Professional Networking Events 1 activity
- Facilitate affinity groups and network mixers for nonprofit leadersHosts affinity groups focused on topics like fundraising and human resources, as well as network mixer events, to enable nonprofit professionals to share resources, discuss challenges, and strengthen collaboration across the Staten Island sector.
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Senior Advocacy and Civic Engagement 1 activity
- Host Commissioner’s Roundtable discussions with government officialsHosts virtual and in-person roundtable discussions, including with the NYC Department for the Aging, to connect nonprofit leaders with government agencies and discuss service delivery priorities, challenges, and collaboration opportunities for older adults on Staten Island.
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Recognition and Awards Programs 1 activity
- Host Community Service Awards to recognize local contributorsOrganizes an annual Community Service Awards event to honor volunteers, nonprofit professionals, and community leaders for their exceptional contributions to Staten Island communities.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Host Cultural Spotlight event celebrating local cultural institutionsHosts an annual Cultural Spotlight event that highlights a different Staten Island cultural institution each year, offering nonprofit leaders and community stakeholders behind-the-scenes access to its mission and impact while fostering connections across sectors.
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Professional Conference & Symposium Organization 1 activity
- Host annual Staten Island Nonprofit ConferenceOrganizes an annual conference for over 300 nonprofit professionals featuring keynotes, educational workshops, networking events, leadership recognition, and an exhibitor marketplace to support professional development and cross-sector collaboration.
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Regular Membership Meetings 1 activity
- Host annual member meeting for governance and strategic inputConvenes an annual membership meeting each June where members review organizational accomplishments, receive updates, vote on governance matters, and help shape future priorities.
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Community Capacity Building & Leadership Networks 1 activity
- Operate Community Climate Corps (CCC) for climate resilienceRuns the Community Climate Corps program to build climate resilience across Staten Island by equipping residents, nonprofits, and local leaders to understand and respond to climate-related risks including extreme weather, flooding, and environmental change.
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Who runs it
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| TATIANA SABATELLI | EXECUTIVE DI | 40 | $142K |
- ADRIENNE ABBATE — EX OFFICIO
- ALEX LUTZ — DIRECTOR
- ARLENE SORKIN — DIRECTOR
- CANDACE GONZALEZ — DIRECTOR
- CAROL BULLOCK — EX OFFICIO
- DEMETRIUS CAROLINA — DIRECTOR
- GABRIELLE DELMONACO — TREASURER
- ILENE PAPPERT — DIRECTOR
- JAMILAH LASALLE — DIRECTOR
- JANICE MONGER — DIRECTOR
- JENNIFER LYTTON — SECRETARY
- JOANNE GERENSER — DIRECTOR
- KARYN TURNER — DIRECTOR
- KELLY VILAR — DIRECTOR
- LAURA DELIN — DIRECTOR
- LINDA DIANTO — DIRECTOR
- NICOLE MEYERS — DIRECTOR
- ORIT LENDER — DIRECTOR
- SAM FARAG — DIRECTOR
- YESENIA MATA — CHAIR
Who they work with
- Carl V. Bini Memorial Fund Partner — Honored a leader from this organization with the 2026 Community Response Award.
- Casa Belvedere, The Italian Cultural Foundation Partner — Hosts the Annual Mixer: Cultural Spotlight event.
- Catholic Charities of Staten Island Partner — Hosts the Annual Meeting of Members at its facility.
- Historic Richmond Town Partner — Honored a leader from this organization with the 2026 Community Voice Award.
- Museum of Maritime Navigation and Communication Partner — Honored a leader from this organization with the 2026 Legacy Community Builder Award.
- NYC Aging Government — Hosts roundtable discussions with NYC Aging Commissioner to address services for older adults.
- NYC Aging Partner — Collaborates with NYC Aging through a Commissioner’s Roundtable to discuss priorities and strengthen partnerships supporting older adults on Staten Island.
- National Lighthouse Museum Partner — Featured cultural institution at the 2026 Annual Mixer: Cultural Spotlight.
- Noble Maritime Collection Partner — Featured cultural institution at the 2025 Annual Mixer: Cultural Spotlight.
- Richmond County Country Club Partner — Venue host for the Annual Community Service Awards Breakfast.
- SI COAD Network — STATEN ISLAND NFP ASSOCIATION INC serves as administrator of the Staten Island Community Organizations Active in Disaster (SI COAD), a network of nonprofits and agencies providing disaster assistance.
- Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden Partner — Hosted the 2023 'A Night at the Museum: Yes, And' Cultural Spotlight event.
- St. George Theatre Partner — Featured cultural institution at the 2024 Annual Mixer: Cultural Spotlight.
- Tekie Geek Partner — Sponsors events hosted by Nonprofit Staten Island, including the National Nonprofit Day Network Mixer.
- The Staten Island Foundation Partner — Collaborates with The Staten Island Foundation through shared programming and expertise in nonprofit capacity building and equitable resource access.
- Verkada Partner — Sponsors events hosted by Nonprofit Staten Island, including the National Nonprofit Day Network Mixer.
How they approach the work
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- Capacity Building Through Peer Learningmethodology: capacity_building_through_peer_learningBy using interactive workshops, keynotes, and networking, we build nonprofit leadership capacity and organizational resilience, because peer-driven learning increases engagement and practical skill adoption at each stage of development.
- Collaborative Partnership for Service Alignmentmethodology: collaborative-partnershipBy facilitating collaboration between nonprofit leaders and government officials, we align priorities and strengthen services for older adults, because coordinated cross-sector planning leads to more effective and responsive community services.
- Community-Based Climate Resilience Buildingmethodology: community-based climate resilienceBy combining education, advocacy, coordination, and local action, we empower communities to respond to climate risks, because resident-led and organization-supported initiatives produce more sustainable and adaptive resilience outcomes.
- Data-Driven Decision Making for Community Impactmethodology: data-driven decision-makingBy using data, mapping, and storytelling, nonprofits can better understand community needs and measure impact, because evidence-informed strategies lead to more targeted and effective interventions.
- Equity-Focused Leadership Developmentmethodology: equity-focused leadership developmentBy supporting emerging nonprofit leaders from underrepresented communities, we advance equitable access to leadership roles, because diverse leadership strengthens organizational legitimacy and community responsiveness.