irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $4.34MSEDGWICK IS AN EMERGENCY FAMILY SHELTER; ALL CLIENTS MUST HAVE CHILDREN UNDER 18 YEARS OLD. ACCOMPLISHMENTS: - SEDGWICK SERVED 225 INDIVIDUALS LAST YEAR. OF THOSE, WE MOVED OUT 47 AS FAMILY RECONCILIATION AND INDEPENDENT LIVING. OF 109 CHILDREN (AGES 0-17) AND 166 ADULTS (18 AND ABOVE), COMPRISING 35 MALES AND 81 FEMALES. - EXPANDED COMMUNITY-BASED HEALTH AND SUPPORT SERVICES FOR RESIDENTS - DEVELOPED AND COORDINATED IMPACTFUL HEALTH EQUITY AND SOCIAL SUPPORT INITIATIVES WITHIN THE SHELTER, INCLUDING BACK-TO-SCHOOL MEDICAL AND IMMUNIZATION SUPPORT, MENSTRUAL HEALTH PROGRAMMING, FOOD ACCESS INITIATIVES, WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT REFERRALS, MENTAL HEALTH ENGAGEMENT, AND COMMUNITY WELLNESS EVENTS. THESE EFFORTS INCREASED RESIDENT ACCESS TO HEALTHCARE, EDUCATION, AND STABILIZATION RESOURCES WHILE STRENGTHENING PARTNERSHIPS WITH HOSPITALS, NONPROFITS, AND CITY AGENCIES. (LINCOLN HOSPITAL WOMEN'S HEALTH, ARIVA'S RENT READY PROGRAM, MEDCARE CONSULTANTS)
- #2 $1.32MFLOSSIE IS A SERVICE-ENRICHED SINGLE ROOM OCCUPANCY (SRO) PROGRAM DESIGNED FOR INDIVIDUALS REFERRED THROUGH NEW YORK STATES SUPPORTIVE HOUSING SYSTEM. THE RESIDENCE OFFERS 45 FULLY FURNISHED, SAFE, AND PRIVATE STUDIO APARTMENTS AND PROVIDES 24-HOUR ON-SITE STAFFING TO ENSURE SAFETY, STABILITY, AND INDIVIDUALIZED SUPPORT. THE PROGRAM EMPHASIZES REHABILITATION AND COMMUNITY REINTEGRATION, ENGAGING EACH RESIDENT ACCORDING TO THEIR READINESS, CAPACITY, AND GOALS. COMPREHENSIVE SERVICES ARE OFFERED BOTH ON-SITE AND THROUGH EXTERNAL PARTNERSHIPS, INCLUDING SUBSTANCE USE COUNSELING, CASE MANAGEMENT, ENTITLEMENT ADVOCACY, MEDICATION MANAGEMENT, MENTAL HEALTH TREATMENT, DENTAL AND HOME CARE SERVICES, AND PEER SUPPORT. THE BUILDING IS FULLY ACCESSIBLE AND EQUIPPED WITH ELEVATORS, COMMUNAL KITCHENS, LAUNDRY FACILITIES, AND SHARED COMMUNITY SPACES TO PROMOTE DIGNITY, INDEPENDENCE, AND CONNECTION. ACCOMPLISHMENTS: - COMPLETED MODERNIZATION OF ELEVATOR LAST YEAR, FLOSSIE WILSON RESIDENCE SERVED 36 ADULTS RANGING IN AGE FROM 24 TO 75. - STAFFING NEEDS FILLED TO 95%, 10% INCREASE IN PROGRAM PARTICIPATION. - MENTAL HEALTH BI-WEEKLY PROGRAM.
named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Flossie Wilson Residence
45-unit service-enriched single room occupancy (SRO) program for individuals referred through New York State’s supportive housing system, offering 24-hour staffing, mental health treatment, substance use counseling, and case management
GLO Emergency Family Shelter
Emergency family shelter focused on transitioning families out of homelessness into permanent housing; served approximately 250 families, with 59 moving to permanent housing in the prior year
GLO Women’s Group Vision Board Event
Program supporting women in shelter to set goals, build confidence, and envision their futures through vision board workshops and peer support
Mental Health Bi-Weekly Program
Regular mental wellness initiative offering peer socialization, counseling, and health education for residents
Sedgwick Emergency Family Shelter
Emergency shelter for families with children under 18, providing housing and access to health, education, and stabilization services; served 225 individuals in the prior year
Veralyne Hamilton Residence
60-unit congregate care facility providing supportive housing and continuum of care for individuals with chronic illnesses, including case management, mental health, and health counseling
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Supportive and Emergency Housing Services 2 activities
- Advocate for clients to secure permanent housingEngages in direct client advocacy to help individuals experiencing homelessness transition to permanent housing, with documented success in supporting housing placements.
- Operate permanent supportive housing programsProvides permanent supportive housing through multiple residential sites, including 60-unit and 45-unit facilities with 24-hour staffing, offering on-site supportive services such as mental health support, case management, vocational counseling, and recreational activities for individuals recovering from homelessness, incarceration, or living with mental or physical health challenges.
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LGBTQ+ Community Support and Resource Centers 1 activity
- Deliver trauma-informed and client-centered mental health and wellness servicesProvides trauma-informed care, emotional wellness support, clinical services, and health education to individuals and families, with specialized programming for LGBTQ+ youth, prenatal care access, and peer socialization, delivered through multidisciplinary teams including social workers and case managers.
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Holiday and Seasonal Essentials Distribution 1 activity
- Distribute essential goods through in-kind donation programsProvides food, supplies, and essential goods to individuals and families in need through organized in-kind donation initiatives.
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Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
- Engage volunteers and community members in program supportOrganizes and involves volunteers and community members in events and ongoing program activities to support service delivery and community integration.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Organize community-building events and cultural programmingHosts events such as the Sancocho Community Street Fair, game nights, Vision Board Events, and cultural sensitivity presentations to strengthen community bonds, promote inclusion, and support healing and empowerment, including a screening of "Me Period" during Women’s History Month.
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Section 8 Housing Voucher Administration 1 activity
- Provide housing and tenant empowerment servicesOffers housing education, scam prevention, and advocacy to empower tenants, including management of 71 units of very low-income housing through the 167th Street HDFC, and supports residents in securing and maintaining stable housing.
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Youth Workforce Readiness Programs 1 activity
- Run youth development and workforce training programsOperates youth employment training and development programs focused on equity and access, complemented by educational and arts-based initiatives to support long-term workforce readiness and personal growth.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$15.09M
Contributions & grants$14.28M95%
Program service revenue$690K5%
Investment income$18K0%
Other revenue$100K
expenses
Total expenses$15.34M
Program expenses85%
Admin / overhead15%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$6.46M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$26.15M
Cash$1.30M
Investments$4.75M
Liabilities$15.31M
Net assets$10.84M
Liquid reserves4.7 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +14.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 3
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| CASSANDRA PERRY UNTIL 53124 | EXECUTIVE DI | 0 | $187K |
| EVELYN BOTWE | PROGRAM DIRE | 35 | $103K |
| NANCY PASCAL | EXECUTIVE DI | 35 | $92K |
board members · 7
- CHRISTIAN CORTES — DIRECTOR
- MARIA PATTERSON — SECRETARY
- MICHAEL BRYANT — TREASURER
- OSVALDO PENA — DIRECTOR
- PAUL FALVELLA — DIRECTOR
- SHARON JACKSON — DIRECTOR
- TODD WILEY — CHAIRMAN
relationships · 13
Who they work with
- Ariva's Rent Ready Program Partner — Collaborated with Ariva's Rent Ready Program to provide workforce development referrals and housing stabilization support.
- City College, CUNY Partner — Jason Price holds an advanced degree in English from City College, CUNY.
- GLO Women’s Group Partner — Co-hosts Vision Board Events for women to reflect and plan for their futures.
- Grants.gov Government — Lists Grants.gov as a resource for funding opportunities, indicating engagement with federal grant systems.
- Lincoln Hospital Women's Health Partner — Partnered with Lincoln Hospital Women's Health to expand health and support services for shelter residents.
- Medcare Consultants Partner — Partnered with Medcare Consultants to coordinate health equity and social support initiatives for residents.
- NPCNYS Funder — Funded the organization's new website
- NYC Center for Faith & Community Partnerships Partner — Nancy Pascal previously served as Executive Director, where she coordinated citywide collaborations with religious institutions.
- NYC Human Resources Administration (HASA) Government — Receives client referrals for the Veralyne Hamilton Residence through HASA, a division of the NYCHRA.
- South Bronx Partner — Primary community served by the organization's programs and services
- University at Albany, SUNY Partner — Jason Price holds an advanced degree in Public Health from the University at Albany, SUNY.
- partner programs Partner — Refers individuals to the 60-unit congregate care facility
- state Government — Refers individuals to the 45-unit supportive housing site
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.
- Community-Driven Collective Impactmethodology: collective_impactBy fostering collective community involvement through partnerships, volunteering, and shared responsibility, the organization amplifies its impact, because sustainable change emerges from locally rooted collaboration rather than top-down interventions.
- Housing-First with Individualized Supportive Servicesmethodology: housing_first_with_supportive_servicesBy providing permanent or safe housing as an immediate right—paired with individualized rehabilitative services—the organization promotes stability and self-worth, because housing security is a prerequisite for healing, recovery, and successful reintegration into community life.
- Trauma-Informed, Person-Centered Supportmethodology: trauma_informed_careBy using a trauma-informed and person-centered approach, the organization creates safe, dignified environments that honor individual experiences and promote emotional wellness, because safety and personalization are foundational to engagement and healing for people experiencing homelessness or instability.