irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $7.75MRIGHTS OF PASSAGE ("ROP") TRANSITIONAL INDEPENDENT LIVING -MANY PEOPLE WHO BENEFIT FROM CHNY'S SHELTER PROGRAM QUALIFY FOR ENTRY INTO OUR RIGHTS OF PASSAGE (ROP) PROGRAM. ROP IS A LONGER-TERM, 24-MONTH PROGRAM FOR YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULTS, AGES 16-21, AND INCLUDES THE SAME WRAPAROUND SUPPORTS AS OUR CRISIS SHELTER. ROP ALSO PROVIDES PERMANENT HOUSING ASSISTANCE AND PLANNING FOR YOUTH WHILE THEY RESIDE IN THE PROGRAM. ROP PROVIDED LONGER-TERM TRANSITIONAL INDEPENDENT LIVING TO 105 YOUNG PEOPLE IN FY2025. THE PRIMARY GOAL OF ROP IS TO PREPARE AND MOVE YOUNG PEOPLE TOWARD INDEPENDENCE AND SELF-SUFFICIENCY. PEOPLE RESIDING IN ROP NOT ONLY BENEFIT FROM PROVISION OF BASIC NEEDS IN THE FORM OF HOUSING, FOOD, AND CLOTHING BUT ALSO FROM VIGOROUS, EVIDENCE-BASED SUPPORTS DESIGNED TO ENCOURAGE DEVELOPMENT OF ESSENTIAL LIFE AND EMPLOYMENT SKILLS. ROP HELPS EACH RESIDENT DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT A PERSONAL PLAN DESIGNED TO ENSURE THAT HE OR SHE IS ACHIEVING GOALS AND MOVING TOWARD HIGHER LEVELS OF INDEPENDENCE AND SELF-SUFFICIENCY. IN ADDITION TO ROP, CHNY ALSO OPERATES A HUD-FUNDED TRANSITIONAL HOUSING PROGRAM. THIS PROGRAM PROVIDES THE SAME TWO-YEAR HOUSING AND SUPPORTS, BUT FOR YOUNG ADULTS AGES 18-24 YEARS OLD. IN FY2025, CHNY SERVED 52 YOUTH THROUGH THIS HUD-FUNDED PROGRAM.
- #2 $4.68MHEALTH CLINIC -CHNY OPERATES A FEDERALLY QUALIFIED HEALTH CENTER (FQHC) THROUGH WHICH IT PROVIDES COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH SERVICES. IN FY2025, 746 HOMELESS AND/OR RUNAWAY YOUNG PEOPLE RECEIVED CARE, AND 4401 MEDICAL VISITS WERE PROVIDED. THE HEALTH CLINIC IS STAFFED WITH MEDICAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS WHO ARE TRAINED IN TRAUMA INFORMED CARE. THIS INCLUDES A DOCTOR AND NURSE PRACTITIONERS WHO SPECIALIZE IN SUCH DISCRETE AREAS AS FAMILY HEALTH, WOMEN'S HEALTH, AND PSYCHIATRIC CARE. THE HEALTH CLINIC ALSO PROVIDES MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES IN ORDER TO ENSURE WE HELP TO MEET THE SIGNIFICANT NEEDS OF OUR YOUNG PEOPLE, MANY OF WHOM HAVE EXTENSIVE HISTORIES OF TRAUMA. COLLECTIVELY, HEALTH CLINIC STAFF ENSURE THE DELIVERY OF HIGH-QUALITY HEALTH SERVICES IN A COMPASSIONATE ATMOSPHERE. THE HEALTH CLINIC ALSO WORKS CLOSELY WITH SPECIALISTS AND HOSPITALS IN THE COMMUNITY TO ENSURE A SEAMLESS REFERRAL SYSTEM WHEN NEEDED.
named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
Anti-Human Trafficking Program
Emergency shelter and supportive services for youth with a history of human or sex trafficking, including case management and recovery support
Covenant Works (CovWorks)
Workforce development and educational support program including vocational training, Individual Placement and Support (IPS), and job placement services
Health Clinic
Federally Qualified Health Center offering primary care, mental health services, OB/GYN care, pediatric services, and STI/HIV testing to homeless and runaway youth
Hud-Funded Transitional Housing Program
Two-year housing and support program for young adults aged 18–24 experiencing homelessness
Legal Services / Advocacy
Direct legal assistance and "Know Your Rights" workshops for youth, plus policy advocacy on issues affecting homeless and trafficked youth
Rights of Passage (ROP)
24-month transitional independent living program for youth ages 16–21, providing housing, life skills training, education, and employment support to promote self-sufficiency
Youth Development Services
Programming focused on life skills, financial literacy, physical activity, and healthy self-determination for residents
activities · 10 groups
What they do
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Supportive and Emergency Housing Services 3 activities
- Operating 24/7 crisis shelter for homeless youthOperates a 24-hour, 365-day crisis shelter at 460 West 41st Street in New York City with an open intake policy, providing immediate access to safe beds, warm meals, and hot showers for homeless youth. Refers youth to emergency housing providers when on-site beds are unavailable to prevent unsheltered nights.
- Operating an Anti-Human Trafficking ProgramProvides emergency shelter and vital support services to youth with histories of human or sex trafficking through a dedicated Anti-Human Trafficking Program.
- Operating transitional and permanent housing programsRuns multiple housing programs including Rights of Passage, which supports young adults up to 24 months in transitioning to independent living with case management; Family Covenant and Rapid Re-Housing Programs, which provided over 75 permanent housing placements; and a HUD-funded transitional housing program that served 52 young adults in FY2025. The Rights of Passage program also served 105 youth ages 16–21 in FY2025.
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Criminal Justice Policy Advocacy 1 activity
- Advocating for policy change and increased funding for youth servicesAdvocates for increased government funding and improved policies related to homeless youth services, mental health care, and anti-trafficking efforts, while promoting better strategies for serving at-risk youth at local, state, and federal levels.
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Outpatient Mental Health Clinic Services 1 activity
- Delivering behavioral and mental health servicesProvides comprehensive behavioral health services including clinical assessments, individual and group therapy, evidence-based trauma-informed treatment, and crisis intervention through a multidisciplinary team of social workers, psychologists, and a psychiatrist. Operates the MINDs program, which offers short-term psychotherapy and trauma-informed crisis support specifically for youth with histories of homelessness.
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Holiday and Seasonal Essentials Distribution 1 activity
- Distributing essential goods and managing donation programsAccepts and distributes new and unused personal care items, cold-weather gear, luggage, baby supplies, art materials, and comfort items to youth in care. Distributes pre-assembled donation kits and manages an online wish list platform through which donors can send essential items directly to youth at program sites.
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Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
- Engaging volunteers and corporate partners in youth supportEngages individual volunteers and young professionals in mentorship, skill-building, advocacy, fundraising, and volunteering to support youth ages 16–24. Offers purpose-built initiatives and structured volunteer opportunities for corporate partners.
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Self-Sufficiency Empowerment Workshops 1 activity
- Facilitating youth development and life skills programmingOffers youth development programming focused on life skills, mental and physical health, and financial literacy through trips, events, and structured activities to support holistic growth and independence.
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Community Health Center Services 1 activity
- Providing comprehensive health services through a Federally Qualified Health CenterOperates a Federally Qualified Health Clinic that delivers primary care, pediatric care, OB/GYN and prenatal/postnatal services, STD and HIV screening and treatment, immunizations, management of chronic conditions, and urgent care for homeless and at-risk youth. The clinic is open during extended weekday and Saturday hours, including evenings on Wednesdays, and conducted 4,401 medical visits serving 746 youth in FY2025.
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Pro Bono Legal Representation and Support 1 activity
- Providing direct legal services and rights educationOffers direct legal services to youth through in-house attorneys and external referrals, and conducts “Know Your Rights” workshops for youth and policy training for staff to improve identification of legal issues.
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Youth Workforce Readiness Programs 1 activity
- Providing workforce development and educational advancement through CovWorksOffers the CovWorks program, which has operated for nearly 30 years to support at-risk and homeless youth in employment, education, and career advancement through vocational training, Individual Placement and Support (IPS), and educational and career counseling. Supported over 300 young people in advancing their education and career goals in the reporting period.
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Perinatal Support Services 1 activity
- Supporting pregnant and parenting youth and their childrenOperates Mother and Child Programs that provide shelter, medical care, child care, parenting support, counseling, education workshops, and vocational services for young mothers and their infants. Also operates a Rights of Passage program for pregnant and parenting youth, which served 15 mothers and 14 children in FY2022.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$36.57M
Contributions & grants$35.75M98%
Program service revenue$338K1%
Investment income$105K0%
Other revenue$375K
expenses
Total expenses$36.79M
Program expenses86%
Admin / overhead12%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$21.78M
Grants paid out$5.37M
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$22.49M
Cash$6.75M
Investments$1.95M
Liabilities$12.11M
Net assets$10.38M
Liquid reserves2.8 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +12.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 8
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| WILLIAM BEDROSSIAN | PRESIDENT & CEO | 1 | $536K |
| DR SHAKEEMA NORTH-ALBERT | CEO, CH-NY | 35 | $356K |
| LISA C CROOK | CHIEF PROGRAM OFFICER | 35 | $221K |
| MARIA MOROTA | VP, OPERATIONAL CONTROLLER | 35 | $192K |
| NATHAN GAMMILL | ASST MEDICAL DIRECTOR | 35 | $181K |
| VESNA SELMANOVIC CHIEF | PLANNING & PERFORMANCE OFFICER | 35 | $181K |
| LYNDELL PITTMAN | SVP OF SUPPORT SERVICES | 35 | $169K |
| RENATA ALEXIS | SVP OF RESIDENTIAL SERVICES | 35 | $167K |
board members · 16
- ADAM MODZEL — DIRECTOR, THRU MARCH 2025
- ALAN THOMAS — DIRECTOR
- BENJAMIN GRIZZLE — DIRECTOR
- BRIAN STRONG — DIRECTOR
- DAVID BOCCHI — DIRECTOR
- DAVID CORNISH — TREASURER
- ETHAN WIENER — DIRECTOR
- FRAN GLASENBERG — DIRECTOR
- HALIM WISE — DIRECTOR
- JAMES KARWEL — VICE CHAIRMAN
- JASON JULIANO — DIRECTOR
- KERI THOMSON-YHLEN — DIRECTOR
- LIBBY CANTRILL — SECRETARY
- LOUIS RAUCHENBERGER — CHAIRMAN
- MARY MAYLAND — DIRECTOR
- MATTHEW SCHMEELK — DIRECTOR
relationships · 35
Who they work with
- Accenture Partner — Corporate partner investing in Covenant House NY's work with young people experiencing homelessness.
- Anthem BlueCross Blue Shield Partner — Corporate partner investing in Covenant House NY's work with young people experiencing homelessness.
- Ardian Partner — Corporate partner investing in Covenant House NY's work with young people experiencing homelessness.
- Blank Rome Partner — Corporate partner investing in Covenant House NY's work with young people experiencing homelessness.
- Chick-fil-A Partner — Corporate partner investing in Covenant House NY's work with young people experiencing homelessness.
- Cisco Partner — Corporate partner investing in Covenant House NY's work with young people experiencing homelessness.
- Covenant House New York Network — Local affiliate of the broader Covenant House network serving youth experiencing homelessness.
- Covenant House New York Network — Member of the Covenant House international network providing housing and support services to youth experiencing homelessness.
- Covenant House New York Partner — Organization with which volunteers support youth through mentorship and skill-building activities
- Delta Air Lines Partner — Corporate partner investing in Covenant House NY's work with young people experiencing homelessness.
- Everington Partner — Corporate partner investing in Covenant House NY's work with young people experiencing homelessness.
- FIRST Agency Partner — Corporate partner investing in Covenant House NY's work with young people experiencing homelessness.
- FIRST Agency Partner — Organization employing multiple Associate Board members (Leah Burke, Jocelyn Rodriguez, Conor Brennan), indicating a partnership connection through shared board participation.
- Federally Qualified Health Clinic Government — Designation indicating the Health and Wellness Center meets federal standards for serving underserved populations and receives associated funding and protections.
- Garden of Dreams Partner — Corporate partner investing in Covenant House NY's work with young people experiencing homelessness.
- Goldman Sachs Partner — Corporate partner investing in Covenant House NY's work with young people experiencing homelessness.
- Government Agencies Partner — Partners with government agencies to develop strategies and policies for serving youth.
- Health Resources & Services Administration Partner — Federally recognized partnership through HRSA's Health Center Program, evidenced by 2024 badge awards for quality and access.
- KFC Partner — Corporate partner investing in Covenant House NY's work with young people experiencing homelessness.
- Matrix Partner — Corporate partner investing in Covenant House NY's work with young people experiencing homelessness.
- Morgan Stanley Partner — Corporate partner investing in Covenant House NY's work with young people experiencing homelessness.
- NBA Partner — Corporate partner investing in Covenant House NY's work with young people experiencing homelessness.
- NBC Universal Partner — Corporate partner investing in Covenant House NY's work with young people experiencing homelessness.
- NBPA Partner — Corporate partner investing in Covenant House NY's work with young people experiencing homelessness.
- PIMCO Partner — Corporate partner investing in Covenant House NY's work with young people experiencing homelessness.
- Peapack Private Partner — Corporate partner investing in Covenant House NY's work with young people experiencing homelessness.
- Relish Catering Partner — Corporate partner investing in Covenant House NY's work with young people experiencing homelessness.
- Right Gift Partner — Partner platform enabling online donation of essential goods directly to youth at Covenant House New York sites.
- RightGift Partner — Partner platform for managing wish lists and campaigns to support Covenant House NY.
- Riseboro Community Partnership Partner — Organization represented by Associate Board member Jorge Jorge, indicating a partnership connection through shared board participation.
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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.
- Individual Placement and Support (IPS) for Employment Integrationmethodology: individual_placement_and_supportBy using the evidence-based Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model, the organization improves employment and mental health outcomes among youth because rapid job placement with integrated support aligns economic independence with clinical stability.
- Low-Barrier, Continuous Access Modelmethodology: low_barrier_shelter_accessBy providing 24/7 access to shelter and unconditional entry without referrals or time restrictions, the organization increases engagement and safety for vulnerable youth because removing structural barriers ensures timely, equitable access to critical services.
- Relational Support and Individualized Independence Planningmethodology: individualized_life_planningBy combining individualized life planning with ongoing relational support from staff and volunteers, the organization helps youth achieve self-sufficiency because personalized goal-setting and sustained mentorship reduce isolation and build resilience necessary for long-term stability.
- Trauma-Informed, Integrated Care Modelmethodology: trauma_informed_careBy integrating residential services with mental health care and applying trauma-informed, evidence-based practices across all programs, the organization improves outcomes for homeless and at-risk youth because coordinated, clinically informed support addresses both immediate housing needs and underlying psychological challenges.