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DESTINATION TOMORROW INC
BRONX, NY · EIN 800259180 · Form 990 · FY2023 · NTEE P88 · Human Services · Medium ($1M-$10M) · destinationtomorrow.org
revenue
$7.7M
expenses
$8.4M
net assets
$-421K
employees
77
volunteers
7
program ratio
85%
mission · from form 990

GRASSROOTS AGENCY LOCATED IN THE SOUTH BRONX THAT PROVIDES TO AND FOR THE LGBTQ COMMUNITY. IT IS OUR BELIEF THAT NO ONE SHOULD HAVE TO LEAVE THEIR NEIGHBORHOOD TO ACCESS LGBTQ SPECIFIC SERVICES. IT IS OUR BELIEF THAT ALL LGBTQ YOUNG PEOPLE DESERVE A SPACE TO GROW, LEARN, AND FLOURISH. IT IS OUR BELIEF THAT PEOPLE, REGARDLESS OF THEIR SEXUAL IDENTITY OF GENDER EXPRESSION,DESERVE A SPACE THEY CAN CALL THEIR OWN.

profile · synthesized from sources

Grassroots LGBTQ+ organization based in the South Bronx that provides housing, education, job training, and support services for transgender, gender non-conforming, and non-binary individuals. Operates transitional housing programs including the nation’s first city-funded shelter for transgender New Yorkers. Offers wraparound services such as mental health counseling, life skills training, and GED preparation, with additional centers in Atlanta and Washington D.C.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2023

What they reported doing

  1. #1 primary $1.81M
    LGBTQ PROGRAMS- DESTINATION TOMORROW PROVIDES PROGRAMS AND SERVICES FOR THE MEMBERS OF TRANSGENDER & NON-CONFORMING COMMUNITY SUCH AS HOUSING, LIFE SKILLS, JOB TRAINING, EDUCATION AND ENSURE QUALITY LIFE ISSUE SUCH AS FOOD SECURITY.
  2. #2 $1.01M
    AIDS: DESTINATION TOMORROW HAS BEEN ABLE TO EXPAND IT'S OUTREACH BY PARTNERING WITH LOCAL AGENCIES WHO WERE LOOKING TO ENGAGE MEMBERS OF THE LGBT COMMUNITY. BY OFFERING OUR GED PREP, JOB READINESS, AND SUPPORT GROUPS, OUR OUTREACH TEAM MAINTAINS RELATIONSHIPS WITH COMMUNITY BASED ORGANIZATIONS, HEALTH CARE FACILITIES AND MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOLS. OUR GOAL WITH THESE PARTNERSHIPS IS TO CONTINUE OFFERING SAFE SPACES FOR BRONX RESIDENTS THAT IDENTIY AS LGBTQ. WE ALSO HAVE GOTTEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO OFFER THESE SUPPORTIVE SERVICES TO ALL BRONX RESIDENTS.
named programs · 5 · from sources

What they call their work

Ace’s Place
Transitional housing shelter for transgender and gender non-conforming individuals experiencing homelessness, offering 150 beds, trauma-informed care, case management, mental health services, life skills workshops, and a culinary arts work study program.
G.P.S. (Growth, Prosperity, Sustainability)
Professional development, financial literacy, and social-emotional competency training for at-risk LGBTQ+ community members, including LGBTQ+ sensitivity trainings.
NEDP (National External Diploma Program)
Remote, self-paced high school equivalency program for New Yorkers aged 18+ seeking a high school diploma through life skills-based learning.
Outreach Program
Partnership-based outreach offering GED prep, job readiness, and support groups in collaboration with community-based organizations, healthcare facilities, and schools in the Bronx.
SWITCH (Sex Workers Immediate Temporary Comprehensive Housing)
Housing program providing safe shelter for transgender and gender non-conforming individuals who are current or former sex workers, offering up to 90-day stays with independent living planning and permanent housing placement support.
activities · 7 groups

What they do

  • Supportive and Emergency Housing Services 3 activities
    • Comprehensive case management and client support services
      Provides personalized case management, resource coordination, insurance assistance, access to primary and mental health care, and support with securing stable housing and identification documents. Services are delivered through on-site staff including Housing Specialists, Client Care Monitors, and Residential Aides.
    • Emergency and transitional housing for transgender and gender non-conforming individuals
      Operates emergency and transitional housing programs, including House of Hope and Ace's Place—the nation's first city-funded shelter dedicated to transgender and gender non-conforming individuals—providing up to 90 days of safe shelter and support for survivors of violence, sex trafficking, or homelessness. The program includes case management, life skills workshops, and pathways to permanent housing.
    • Migrant housing services
      Operates migrant housing facilities in Long Island City and Chinatown that serve over 300 people, providing shelter and support services in partnership with the City of New York.
  • LGBTQ+ Cultural Competency & Community Education 2 activities
    • Capacity building for LGBTQ+ cultural competency
      Offers training and technical assistance to agencies and organizations to improve cultural competency and service delivery for LGBTQ+ communities, including LGBTQ+ sensitivity trainings for partners and community members.
    • Community engagement and youth programming
      Hosts peer-led workshops, KiKi Lounges celebrating Ballroom Culture, and leadership development initiatives to support self-expression, resilience, and community building among queer and allied youth.
  • Culinary Workforce Training Programs 1 activity
    • Culinary arts work study program
      Operates a hands-on culinary arts work study program using two commercial kitchens to provide vocational training and internship opportunities in hospitality and food service for residents.
  • Workforce Readiness Training 1 activity
    • Educational and workforce development programs
      Offers a range of educational and career readiness services including the National External Diploma Program (NEDP), GED preparation, financial literacy training, Google professional development courses, resume review, job matching, interview preparation, and workplace etiquette training. Programs are delivered in-person and remotely to support economic self-sufficiency among at-risk LGBTQ+ individuals.
  • LGBTQ+ Community Grantmaking 1 activity
    • Grantmaking to support transgender and gender non-conforming communities
      Funds grassroots organizations, leaders, and allies through the Transcend Community Impact Fund to strengthen organizational infrastructure and support community-based initiatives serving transgender and gender non-conforming individuals.
  • HIV/AIDS Prevention and Support Services 1 activity
    • HIV prevention and harm reduction services
      Provides HIV counseling and testing, syringe exchange, naloxone training and distribution, PrEP navigation, and outreach services to LGBTQ+ individuals, particularly those who are unstably housed and at risk for HIV/AIDS. Services are offered walk-in and through mobile outreach teams.
  • LGBTQ+ Community Support and Resource Centers 1 activity
    • Health and mental wellness programming
      Delivers holistic health services including mental health screenings, counseling, psychiatric support from a full-time nurse practitioner, and wellness activities such as yoga and meditation to improve health outcomes and self-sufficiency for LGBTQ+ residents.
financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$7.68M
Contributions & grants$7.68M100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$8.36M
Program expenses85%
Admin / overhead13%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$3.14M
Grants paid out$248K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$5.76M
Cash$22K
Investments$0
Liabilities$6.18M
Net assets$-421K
Liquid reserves0.0 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue +37.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023

Who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
SEAN COLEMAN EXECUTIVE DI 40 $221K
board members · 5
  • CHAELA VOLPE — MEMBER
  • DOMONIQUE JACKSON — MEMBER
  • ROY WRENN — VICE PRESIDE
  • TAI CHUNN — MEMBER
  • TOI FREDERICK — PRESIDENT
relationships · 23

Who they work with

  • CTC Coalition in the Bronx (10451, 10455) Partner — Collaborates to improve education, employment, and mental health outcomes in targeted Bronx communities.
  • Callen-Lorde Community Health Center Partner — Longtime community partner of Destination Tomorrow, supporting efforts to provide affirming care and services for LGBTQ+ individuals.
  • City of New York Partner — Collaborates to provide housing services for migrant and transgender and gender nonconforming individuals.
  • Einstein Partner — Partner agency for PrEP referrals and services.
  • Gilead Sciences Partner — Partnership to administer the Transcend Community Impact Fund, which provides grants to transgender and gender non-conforming organizations and leaders.
  • Google Partner — Provider of professional development courses offered through Destination Tomorrow.
  • Housing@destinationtomorrow.org Partner — Email contact point for housing program coordination and referrals.
  • In Living Color Coalition Partner — Member coalition focused on enhancing quality of life for LGBTQIA+ youth in NYC’s Uptown areas through public health education, wellness services, and community engagement.
  • LGBTQ+ community members Partner — Provides services directly to LGBTQ+ community members in the Bronx.
  • Mott Haven Community Partnership Program Partner — Collaborates to improve quality of life for children and families in Mott Haven, Melrose, and Port Morris through community-centered education and relationship-building.
  • NYC Department of Social Services Government — Partnered with Destination Tomorrow to open Ace’s Place, the nation’s first city-funded shelter for transgender and gender non-conforming individuals.
  • NYC POP Partner — Partnership member of NYC Substance Misuse Prevention Coalitions, sharing prevention resources and creating joint outreach content.
  • New York State Government — Partner in the High School Equivalency program.
  • New York State LGBT HHS Network Network — Member organization working to increase safety, freedom, and well-being for LGBTQ+ people across New York State through advocacy and capacity building.
  • SAMHSA Government — Federal sponsor of a research study and funding source for substance use and HIV prevention services at Destination Tomorrow.
  • Stonewall Community Foundation Partner — Supports Destination Tomorrow’s mission to provide safety, dignity, and stability for gender-expansive people experiencing homelessness.
  • The Ali Forney Center Partner — Advocacy partner that recognizes Destination Tomorrow’s leadership in creating safe, affirming housing for transgender New Yorkers.
  • The Bronx Knows Partner — Community partner in New York City’s first borough-wide HIV testing initiative, contributing to over 2.2 million HIV tests since 2008.
  • Translatina Network Partner — Partner organization that congratulated Destination Tomorrow on opening the first city-funded TGNC shelter in New York City.
  • WorkForce1 Partner — Partners with WorkForce1 to provide job updates, employment search support, and client referrals to employers.
  • community organizations Partner — Collaborates with community organizations to support education access and student development
  • info@destinationtomorrow.org Partner — Primary contact email for job applications and organizational communication
  • schools Partner — Partners with schools to provide educational support to low-income students
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.

  • Community-Led and Identity-Affirming Services
    methodology: community_led_solutions
    By designing shelters and services led by transgender individuals and centering the lived experiences of TGNC communities, the organization ensures safety, dignity, and engagement, because programs grounded in community leadership and affirmation of identity produce more effective and trusted outcomes.
  • Holistic Empowerment Model
    methodology: holistic_empowerment
    By addressing economic, social, and mental well-being through integrated programming in education, finance, housing, and health, the organization reduces reliance on emergency services and prevents vulnerable LGBTQ+ individuals from entering crisis situations, because comprehensive support fosters long-term stability and self-sufficiency.
  • Housing-First with Wraparound Support
    methodology: housing-first_with_support
    By providing emergency transitional housing combined with peer counseling and supportive services, the organization improves stability and well-being for transgender and gender non-conforming adults, because safe, affirming housing is a foundational prerequisite for accessing health, education, and employment.
  • Integrated Prevention and Care for High-Risk Populations
    methodology: integrated-care-and-safety-model
    By targeting substance use and HIV prevention services to unstably housed LGBTQ+ individuals through community-based outreach and integrating medical care with empowerment workshops, the organization reduces health disparities, because clinical and social interventions are most effective when co-located and tailored to population-specific risks.
  • Third Space for Belonging and Development
    methodology: third_space
    By providing a safe, affirming "third space" outside of school and home, the organization fosters authenticity and belonging for queer youth, because environments that support identity exploration and peer connection improve mental well-being and resilience.