irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $0UDCDA's housing department is concerned about the quality of life in the neighborhood and community-at-large and strives to stimulate growth and revitalization through community and economic development efforts. UDCDA is committed to promoting home ownership; ensuring that all residents have access to adequate housing; empowering residents; renewing pride and restoring confidence in the community.
- #2 $0Rental programs provide housing for low income tenants and office space for other nonprofit organizations.
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Athletics Programs
Offers youth and adult sports leagues, fitness classes, and access to gym facilities including a full court gymnasium, weight room, and cardio room
Gloria J. Parks Silver Enrichment Program
Free senior program offering fitness activities, social events, educational workshops, field trips, and a weekly lunch program for adults aged 55+ in Buffalo
Housing Programs
Includes first-time homebuyer assistance, housing repair programs, and the Access to Home modification program for low-income residents and homeowners in Buffalo
Youth Program
After-school and summer camp programs for grades K-8, including academic support, life skills, arts, sports, and field trips, funded in part by the 21st Century Community Learning Centers grant
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Affordable Housing Development and Management 2 activities
- Housing and human services provisionProvides housing and human services aimed at improving quality of life for residents in the University District and surrounding neighborhoods of Buffalo.
- Low-income rental housing and nonprofit office space operationsOperates rental programs that provide affordable housing for low-income tenants and office space for nonprofit organizations.
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Neighborhood Revitalization Initiatives 1 activity
- Community and economic developmentConducts community and housing development projects, including homeownership promotion, housing rehabilitation services, first-time homebuyer programs, and a Revolving Loan Fund for home repairs. Supports small businesses through BADMA and a special tax district in Buffalo's Northeast.
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Community Space Provision 1 activity
- Community center facility operationsOperates the Gloria J. Parks Community Center as a permanent facility offering a full-court gymnasium, cardio and weight rooms, group exercise classes, locker rooms, and a Community Technology Center with technological resources for youth. Offers private room rentals for social events such as baby showers, wedding showers, and birthday parties on weekends.
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Senior Social & Enrichment Programming 1 activity
- Senior services at Gloria J. Parks Community CenterOffers the Gloria J. Parks Silver Enrichment Program with free daily activities for seniors from 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM, Monday through Friday, including recreation, nutrition, fitness, socialization, education, computer classes, card tournaments, dance parties, and field trips. Provides nutritionally balanced meals on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays with a suggested donation of $3, in partnership with the Erie County Nutrition Program.
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Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
- Volunteer engagement in community programsOffers volunteer opportunities in community development outreach, senior programs, and youth programs across its service areas.
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After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Youth programs at Gloria J. Parks Community CenterProvides after-school and full-day summer camp programs for youth in grades K–8, including academic assistance, life skills development, arts, field trips, recreational activities, and inquiry-based science and sports magnet camps. Operates under 21st Century Community Learning Centers grant funding, serving 175 inner-city children annually.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Infrastructure and streetscape improvement initiativesApplied for funding to renovate the Parkside Candies Store exterior, conduct streetscape improvements on the Main and Winspear block, and complete renovations of the Uptown Theater on Bailey Avenue; previously received a $150,000 grant to install new HVAC systems at the Uptown Theater in 2013.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.53M
Contributions & grants$1.32M86%
Program service revenue$208K14%
Investment income$9030%
Other revenue$7K
expenses
Total expenses$1.47M
Program expenses87%
Admin / overhead13%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$665K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$937K
Cash$235K
Investments$0
Liabilities$1.34M
Net assets$-408K
Liquid reserves1.9 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -20.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roseann Scibilia | Executive Director | 40 | $74K |
board members · 7
- Christine Marino — Secretary
- Deborah Chadsey — Director
- Edward Speidel — President
- George Morey — Vice President
- Nicholas Marino — Director
- Tanesha Ali — Director
- Wiley Simmons III — Treasurer
relationships · 20
Who they work with
- Bailey Avenue Business Association Partner — Partner organization linked through UDCDA's partner network
- Buffalo Promise Neighborhood Partner — Partner organization linked through UDCDA's partner network
- Child and Adolescent Treatment Services Partner — Collaborated to win a 21st Century Community Learning Centers grant for youth programming.
- Child and Adolescent Treatment Services Partner — Partner organization linked through UDCDA's partner network
- Erie County Fair Housing Partnership Partner — Partner organization linked through UDCDA's partner network
- Erie County Nutrition Program Partner — Provides nutritionally balanced meals for the senior lunch program.
- Erie County Nutrition program Partner — Provides nutritionally balanced meals for the senior lunch program.
- Facebook Partner — Platform used for public engagement and outreach
- Facebook Partner — Platform used for public engagement and promotion of services
- Gloria J. Parks Community Community Center Partner — Hosts membership services and programs for the University District Community Development Association.
- John R. Oishei Foundation Funder — Provided a three-year funding commitment to support the creation of BCOME, a shared management services organization.
- Matt Urban Community Center Partner — Collaborated in planning and received joint funding to establish BCOME, a shared management services organization.
- New York State Education Department Government — Awarded the 21st Century Community Learning Centers grant to support after-school and summer programs for youth.
- Old First Ward Community Center Partner — Collaborated in planning and received joint funding to establish BCOME, a shared management services organization.
- Parkside Community Association Partner — Partner organization linked through UDCDA's partner network
- University Heights CoLab Partner — Partner organization linked through UDCDA's partner network
- University Heights Collaborative Partner — Partner organization linked through UDCDA's partner network
- University Heights Tool Library Partner — Partner organization linked through UDCDA's partner network
- educational institutions Partner — Collaborates with educational institutions to invest resources in community priorities.
- local government Government — Partners with local government to support community development initiatives.
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.
- Collaborative Community Developmentmethodology: collaborative_community_developmentBy partnering with residents, block clubs, nonprofits, educational institutions, and local government, the organization directs resources to priority communities and people, because inclusive collaboration ensures that development efforts are locally grounded and effectively address shared needs.
- Community-Driven Programmingmethodology: community-driven programmingBy using direct feedback from seniors and other community members to shape programming, the organization delivers relevant services that reflect actual needs and interests, because programs rooted in community input achieve stronger engagement and impact.
- Economies of Scale through Organizational Consolidationmethodology: organizational_merger_for_economies_of_scaleBy merging organizations and consolidating resources, the organization improves service quality and program reach, because structural integration reduces redundancy and increases operational efficiency.
- Inclusive Access through Subsidized Membershipmethodology: subsidized_membership_modelBy offering subsidized access to recreational and programmatic resources, the organization prioritizes affordability for youth, students, seniors, and local residents, because reducing financial barriers increases equitable participation in community life.
- Youth Engagement via Inquiry-Based Learningmethodology: inquiry_based_learningBy using inquiry-based, student-driven science education, the organization encourages youth to explore the natural world based on their own interests and questions, because self-directed exploration fosters deeper learning and sustained engagement.