irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $112KCLASSIFICATIONS ARE ESTIMATED AS GROSS DIVIDED BY 3 ALLOCATED EVENLY
- #2 $112KCLASSFICATIONS ARE ESTIMATED AS GROSS DIVIDED BY 3 ALLOCATED EVENLY
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Creative & Wellness Workshops
Hands-on classes in cooking, ceramics, graphic design, photography, gardening, animation, Zumba, 3D printing, and more to help individuals explore passions and build confidence
Life Skills & Job Readiness Curriculum
Monthly progressive program teaching practical skills including time management, decision-making, communication, money management, resume writing, and interview preparation through role-play and real-life simulations
Mitzvah Initiative
Community engagement campaign encouraging individuals to perform good deeds in honor of the people of Israel, promoting kindness and connection
Soul-Mart
Community marketplace where participants create and sell affordable goods, fostering purpose, teamwork, and service to others
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Workforce Readiness Training 2 activities
- Job training program for individuals with special needsProvides job training programs that include instruction in time management, decision-making, interpersonal relationships, conflict resolution, stress management, hygiene, professional attire, workplace safety, communication, financial literacy, technology use, self-advocacy, transportation, public speaking, resume writing, and job interview skills. The program uses a year-round curriculum with monthly skillset advancements and team projects to assess progress.
- Skill development through role-play simulationsOperates a skills development program using role-play simulations of real-life situations to build practical knowledge and prepare participants for career success.
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Community Service and Charitable Outreach 1 activity
- Community support and goal achievement program (Soul-Mart)Operates a program called Soul-Mart that enables community members to support others in need while working toward their own personal goals.
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Community Art Education Workshops 1 activity
- Creative and artistic workshopsOffers creative workshops in animation, photography, baking, cooking, and hands-on crafts to foster personal creativity and artistic expression. Weekly baking classes are held on Wednesdays from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and weekly animation classes run from July 1 to October 28. Cooking classes occur on multiple dates from July through December, including a series focused on healthy meals.
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Food Distribution and Hunger Relief 1 activity
- Food and care package preparationOrganizes the preparation of food and care packages for people in need.
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Non-Discrimination Compliance and Access Assurance 1 activity
- Inclusive access to programsOffers inclusive access to all its programs, ensuring participation regardless of individual circumstances.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$358K
Contributions & grants$358K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$337K
Program expenses43%
Admin / overhead57%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$59K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$15K
Cash$11K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$15K
Liquid reserves0.4 mo
3 years on record · 2022–2024 · YoY revenue +16.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| MENDEL GURKOV | TREASURER/DIRECTOR | 50 | $12K |
board members · 2
- MENDEL DUCHMEN — PRESIDENT
- MEYER BROOK — SECRETARY
relationships · 5
Who they work with
- Camille Partner — Pastry Chef leading the baking class program.
- Deanna Powers Partner — Facilitates craft sessions for Soul Purpose New York.
- Educators and businesspeople Partner — Collaborates with educators and business professionals to design and deliver its skills development curriculum.
- Julie Reilly Partner — Leads cooking classes for Soul Purpose of New York Inc.
- people of Israel Partner — Engages in solidarity with the people of Israel by encouraging acts of kindness in their honor.
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.
- Creative Expression for Personal Growthmethodology: creative-expression-for-growthBy engaging individuals in hands-on creative workshops—such as baking, photography, stop-motion, and craft-making—the organization fosters personal growth, self-discovery, and community connection because creative expression builds confidence, unlocks passions, and provides accessible pathways for skill development regardless of background or ability.
- Empowerment Through Advocacy and Self-Assessmentmethodology: advocacy-based-empowermentBy teaching advocacy skills and using self-assessment tools, the organization empowers individuals to understand their strengths, represent themselves effectively, and improve personal and professional outcomes because self-awareness and voice are foundational to agency and long-term success.
- Faith-Based Community Action and Mutual Supportmethodology: faith-based-community-actionBy framing good deeds and mutual aid—such as through a community-subsidized marketplace—as spiritual practice, the organization strengthens communal bonds and shared responsibility because acts of giving and service are believed to connect individuals to each other and to the divine, reinforcing commitment and belonging.
- Individualized Calling Discovery with Experiential Developmentmethodology: calling-centered-developmentBy combining personalized support for discovering one’s life calling with experiential learning and structured skill progression, the organization helps individuals align their passions with practical skills because this dual approach reinforces identity, purpose, and workforce readiness through doing, reflecting, and community feedback.