irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2025
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $74KAWARDS RECOGNITION DINNER
- #2 $21KMEETINGS AND NETWORKING EVENTS
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
AIA Long Island Archi Awards
Annual awards program recognizing outstanding architectural projects and design innovation in the region.
Architectural Awards Recognition Dinner
Annual event honoring excellence in architectural design and practice within the Long Island region.
Emerging Professionals Committee (EPC)
Provides support and resources for early-career architects and recent graduates through education, mentorship, and leadership opportunities.
WIA Summit
Annual summit focused on themes such as resilience, leadership, and equity in architectural practice.
Women in Architecture (WIA) Committee
Supports the success and leadership of women in architecture through networking, mentorship, and professional development events.
activities · 12 groups
What they do
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Professional Development & Advocacy for Designers 2 activities
- Builds regional partnerships and promotes architecture professionBuilds affiliations with community-based organizations to address regional issues and advances the architecture profession by promoting its value to society.
- Organizes member meetings, networking events, and committeesOrganizes regular meetings, networking events, and committee-driven programs to facilitate discourse on architecture and design in the Long Island region and support member engagement.
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Industry-Specific Student Scholarships and Competitions 1 activity
- Administers annual scholarship program for architecture studentsOffers an annual scholarship program awarding up to $5,000 to architectural students to support their education and professional development.
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Professional Networking Events 1 activity
- Hosts Women in Architecture (WIA) Summit and supports women leadersHosts the Women in Architecture (WIA) Summit focused on resilience in design leadership and fosters fellowship, cooperation, and leadership among women architects at all career levels.
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Construction Industry Professional Development & Networking 1 activity
- Hosts annual product fair with continuing education for architectsOrganizes an annual product fair for architects and industry professionals, featuring over 85 continuing education programs to support professional development and industry engagement.
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Professional Membership and Association Benefits 1 activity
- Offers complimentary membership to recent architecture graduatesProvides complimentary membership to recent graduates in architecture to support their transition into professional practice.
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Professional Excellence Awards Programs 1 activity
- Organizes biennial Archi Awards and annual galaProduces the biennial Archi Awards program and the annual Archi Awards Gala to recognize excellence in architecture, with the 60th edition scheduled for November 7, 2024.
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Architecture and Design Public Education Programs 1 activity
- Produces educational video series and shares industry knowledgeProduces a video series to share knowledge and insights related to architecture and provides information to members and the public about industry developments through committee-led initiatives.
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Member-Exclusive Resource Access 1 activity
- Provides free access to AIA Contract DocumentsOffers free access to 27 popular AIA Contract Documents through a web-based platform, including updated bond forms and a new Pro Bono Agreement, to support members in professional practice.
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Industry and Community Recognition Awards 1 activity
- Recognizes member achievements and leadershipRecognizes member achievements, including elevation to the AIA College of Fellows, and supports leadership development through events featuring AIA National Past Presidents and President-elects.
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Professional Certification and Continuing Education 1 activity
- Supports continuing education for licensed architectsProvides continuing education programs and requirements for licensed architect members to strengthen their professional knowledge and maintain licensure.
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Mentorship and Professional Development Programs 1 activity
- Supports emerging professionals through mentoring and firm recognitionSupports emerging professionals through mentoring programs aligned with AIA and NCARB standards, encourages their participation in leadership, and recognizes supportive firms through the Emerging Professional Friendly Firm Program, including awarding designations to firms like BBS Architects, H2M architects+engineers, and Nassau Suffolk Engineering & Architecture.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Conducts code outreach and education for New York State building codesConducts a code outreach program to educate on New York State building codes, including summaries of the 2020 Residential Code for wood decks, handouts on changes between the 2015 and 2018 International Building Code, and collaboration with DBSC/OFPC on above-ground swimming pool barrier requirements.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$561K
Contributions & grants$199K35%
Program service revenue$287K51%
Investment income$67K12%
Other revenue$8K
expenses
Total expenses$460K
Program expenses90%
Admin / overhead10%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$139K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.13M
Cash$156K
Investments$946K
Liabilities$19K
Net assets$1.11M
Liquid reserves28.8 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue +13.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JOANNE PAULINO | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $100K |
board members · 5
- ERIC ANDERSON — STATE DIRECTOR
- JESSICA FREITAG — DIRECTOR
- MARTINE DUPHREZIN-SURENA — SECRETARY
- MAUREEN CHAVEZ — ASSSOCIATE DIRECTOR
- PAUL CATALDO — DIRECTOR
relationships · 20
Who they work with
- AIA National Network — Features leaders from AIA National in discussions on leadership and professional development.
- B Thayer Associates Partner — Employer of a WIA Programs Coordinator and organization involved through staff leadership in the Women in Architecture Committee.
- BBS Architects, Landscape Architects, Engineers Partner — Recognized as an AIA Long Island Emerging Professional Friendly Firm in 2021 for supporting emerging professional development.
- Core Group Architects, LLP. Partner — Employer of a WIA Co-Chair and connected through active participation in the Women in Architecture Committee.
- DBSC/OFPC Partner — Collaborates on a code outreach program regarding above-ground swimming pool barrier requirements.
- H2M architects + engineers Partner — Employer of multiple WIA committee members, including the Communications Coordinator and a Programs Coordinator, indicating organizational engagement with the Women in Architecture initiative.
- H2M architects+engineers Partner — Recognized as an AIA Long Island Emerging Professional Friendly Firm in 2021 for supporting emerging professional development.
- Mojo Stumer Associates Partner — Employer of the WIA Social Media & Programs Coordinator and affiliated through committee service.
- Nassau BOCES Partner — Employer of a WIA Co-Chair and collaborator through professional involvement in the Women in Architecture Committee.
- Nassau Suffolk Engineering & Architecture Partner — Recognized as an AIA Long Island Emerging Professional Friendly Firm in 2021 for supporting emerging professional development.
- New York Institute of Technology Partner — Educational institution affiliated through multiple WIA members who are alumni or adjunct faculty, including teaching roles and student engagement.
- Platinum Sponsors Partner — Collaborates with platinum-level sponsors to support chapter programs and events.
- Rosenbaum Design Group Partner — Employer of a WIA Programs Coordinator and connected through staff engagement in the committee.
- SUNY Farmingdale Partner — Institution where a WIA committee member serves as an adjunct professor in the Architecture and Construction Management program.
- Some of the following have been long time supporters of our Chapter and some are new. Partner — Partners with organizations that support the chapter and provide products or services for use in architectural projects.
- SpectorGroup Partner — Employer of a WIA Programs Coordinator, linking the firm to the committee’s activities.
- The Architect Studio Partner — Firm founded by a licensed architect and affiliated with the Women in Architecture Committee through professional participation.
- Thomas D. Blore Architect, P.C. Partner — Employer of a WIA Programs Coordinator and affiliated through active participation in the Women in Architecture Committee.
- Tulane University Partner — Collaborates with Tulane University through shared professional affiliations and participation of faculty and alumni in AIA Long Island programs.
- WFC Architects Partner — Employer of a WIA Programs Coordinator and professionally connected through committee involvement.
strategies · 3
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.
- Advancing Gender Equity Through Visibility and Leadershipmethodology: gender-equity-in-architectureBy promoting the visibility of women and supporting leadership development, the organization advances gender equity in architecture because representation and role modeling reduce systemic barriers and inspire career progression among underrepresented groups.
- Committee-Driven Collective Actionmethodology: committee-driven engagementBy organizing member-led committees, the organization drives engagement and shapes regional architectural discourse because collective, grassroots participation produces more relevant and impactful programming around shared priorities like environmental improvement and community challenges.
- Investment in Early-Career Developmentmethodology: professional-development-pathwaysBy providing education, mentorship, and financial support to emerging architects, the organization strengthens the future of the profession because early intervention increases retention, leadership readiness, and long-term professional engagement.