named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Artificial Intelligence Courses in High School
Grants-funded initiative to develop and implement AI-focused coursework for high school students
Bronco TV Studio Audio Recording Package & Consultant
Equips student-run media program with professional audio recording tools and expert guidance
Equine Assisted Learning for Special Education - Phase 2
Program using equine-assisted activities to support special education students' social and emotional development
Katie Welling Memorial Run/Walk
Annual community fundraising event supporting the foundation's grant programs
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Teacher & Classroom Innovation Grants 2 activities
- Funding educational programs and resources at the Bronxville SchoolProvides financial support for projects, programs, and special needs at the Bronxville Public School to benefit students, including curriculum development, equipment, facilities improvements, and teacher training. Awarded $396,481 in grants in 2025 and $702,884 in 2024.
- Supporting faculty innovation in classroom design and instructionFunds pilot programs for innovative use of classroom space, specialized furniture, and instructional equipment to support new teaching methods.
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History Education Curriculum Development 1 activity
- Funding curriculum and academic enhancements in humanities and historySupports humanities curriculum through decodable texts for elementary students, presentation skills workshops for middle schoolers, and funding for National History Day coaching for high school students.
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Commemorative Brick and Memorial Installations 1 activity
- Installing commemorative bricks at the Bronxville SchoolInstalled more than 2,400 commemorative bricks at the school’s front entrance and auditorium through the Alumni Walk program.
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Charity Event Organization 1 activity
- Organizing the Katie Welling Memorial Run/WalkHosts an annual 2.5-mile run/walk event starting at Bronxville School to honor Katie Welling, a Bronxville High School graduate, and raises funds for the Foundation.
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Comprehensive K–12 Arts Education 1 activity
- Supporting arts programs for Bronxville studentsFunds performing, visual, and music arts programs, including a visual arts initiative integrated with entrepreneurship classes, professional chamber music coaching, Baroque bows for student musicians, and provision of a projection curtain and set-building tools for the school auditorium.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Enhancing physical education and recess programsInvested over $1.3 million to improve recess, physical education, and sports programs through specialized equipment, staff training, facilities upgrades, and technology.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.63M
Contributions & grants$1.38M85%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$185K11%
Other revenue$67K
expenses
Total expenses$502K
Program expenses71%
Admin / overhead26%
Fundraising3%
Salaries & benefits$113K
Grants paid out$355K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$5.75M
Cash$678K
Investments$4.97M
Liabilities$857K
Net assets$4.89M
Liquid reserves134.9 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +125.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| HELENA MCSHERRY | EXECUTIVE DI | 35 | $68K |
board members · 24
- ALEX BICI — DIRECTOR
- AMY ATKESON — SECRETARY
- AMY KRAUSE — VP - SOCIAL
- ANABELLA DAVIS — VP - GRANTS
- ANTHONY CIVALE — VP - DEVELOP
- CARRIE LONG — DIRECTOR
- CATHERINE O'CONNOR WILLIAMS — VP - ALUMNI
- CHRISTOPHER HORVERS — DIRECTOR
- CHRISTOPHER NAY — DIRECTOR
- DAVID LEWIS — VP - LEGAL A
- DEANNA KUHN — DIRECTOR
- DEIRDE DOHENY — VP - SOCIAL
- DR RACHEL KELLY — SUPERINTENDE
- EDDIE LENNON — SCHOOL BOARD
- EMILY LIGGITT — DIRECTOR
- HEATHER MINER — TREASURER
- JACK MEYERCORD — DIRECTOR
- JOE BURKE — DIRECTOR
- JONATHAN BARNES — DIRECTOR
- KATIE SHAH — DIRECTOR
- MARY GAY — DIRECTOR
- MARY PREUSSE — DIRECTOR
- MIKE DIMITRI — VP - NOMINAT
- MIKE HERATY — DIRECTOR
relationships · 18
Who they work with
- Board of Education Government — Works with the Foundation through shared representation and consultation on grant applications and school needs.
- Bronxville Derby Association Partner — Local community organization listed among donors, suggesting a partnership in community engagement
- Bronxville High School Network — Alumni of Bronxville High School are honored through the Alumni Walk brick campaign.
- Bronxville High School Network — Katie Welling was a 2002 graduate of Bronxville High School, indicating a connection between the foundation and the school.
- Bronxville PTA Partner — Local educational support organization listed among donors, indicating a community partnership
- Bronxville Picture House Partner — Collaborates on guest speaker events and artist residencies for students in film and media programs.
- Bronxville Public School Partner — Primary beneficiary of the foundation's grantmaking and financial support.
- Bronxville School Partner — Primary educational institution supported by the foundation.
- Bronxville School Partner — Primary institution supported by the Foundation through grant funding and collaborative planning.
- Bronxville School Board of Education Government — All grants are subject to approval by the Bronxville School Board of Education.
- Facebook Partner — Hosts an official Facebook group for alumni engagement and communication.
- Institute for Curriculum Services Partner — Partners on professional development workshops focused on curriculum design and implementation.
- Iona University Partner — Named organization listed among donors, suggesting a partnership or affiliation
- New York Presbyterian - Westchester Partner — Named healthcare organization listed among donors, indicating a potential collaborative relationship
- PNWBOCES Partner — Collaborates on educator professional development opportunities, including international learning trips such as the Finland trip for educators.
- PTA Partner — Collaborates with the Foundation through shared representation on the Board and joint input on grant priorities.
- Prep Academy Tutors Partner — Named organization listed among donors, suggesting a partnership or service relationship
- The Picture House Regional Film Center Partner — Named organization listed among donors, indicating a potential collaborative relationship
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.
- 100% Donation Model for Maximum Donor Impactmethodology: 100% donation model, donor-impact-maximizationBy covering operating costs through endowment gains and board contributions, the Foundation directs 100% of public donations to grants because this maximizes the impact of community and alumni giving and strengthens donor trust.
- Arts-Integrated and Experiential Learning for Holistic Developmentmethodology: arts-integrated-learning, experiential-learning-special-educationBy embedding the arts and experiential methods—such as nature-based and equine-assisted activities—into learning, the Foundation supports cognitive, emotional, and social development because these modalities provide critical lenses for engagement and understanding, especially in special education.
- Integrated STEM Investment Modelmethodology: integrated-stem-investmentBy funding coordinated improvements across equipment, curriculum, teacher training, and infrastructure, the Foundation produces more sustainable and effective STEM education outcomes because integrated investments address systemic gaps rather than isolated components.
- Invest in Educator Growth to Drive Curriculum Innovationmethodology: invest-in-educator-growth-to-drive-curriculum-innovationBy funding teacher professional development, the Foundation generates innovative curriculum and programming because educator growth directly enhances academic offerings and instructional quality.
- Social-Emotional and Civil Discourse Curriculum Designmethodology: social-emotional-curriculum-design, civil-discourse-and-wellness-grantmakingBy designing curriculum that embeds civil discourse, belonging, and wellness, the Foundation fosters student problem-solving skills and school culture because social-emotional development is a foundational component of academic and personal success.