named programs · 1 · from sources
What they call their work
Luv on a Leash
Therapy dog program that places registered therapy dog teams in hospitals, schools, senior living facilities, and other community settings across Staten Island to provide emotional comfort and support.
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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LGBTQ+ Community Support and Resource Centers 4 activities
- LGBTQIA+ Behavioral and Mental Health ServicesProvides free, confidential, short-term counseling for individuals, couples, and families; identity- or goal-based support groups; and LGBTQIA+-affirming mental health resources. Services are facilitated by clinical staff and include care tailored to emotional, psychological, and social needs of the LGBTQIA+ community and their families.
- Specialized Mental Health InitiativesFounded the Zappalorti Society to provide mental health support to LGBTQIA+ individuals in memory of Jimmy Zappalorti, expanding targeted behavioral health programming.
- Transgender and Gender-Expansive Support GroupsHosts a weekly in-person and virtual support group for transgender, gender non-conforming, gender fluid, and gender-questioning individuals every Saturday from 3–4:30 PM, and a bi-weekly virtual support group for parents and loved ones of transgender and gender-expansive individuals, open to those aged 17 and older.
- Youth Programming for LGBTQIA+ YouthOperates an in-person support and discussion group for LGBTQIA+ youth aged 13–17 on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month from 2–3 PM, offering peer support, social interaction, and personal development opportunities.
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Civil Rights Advocacy & Litigation 1 activity
- Community Advocacy and Racial Justice ProgrammingHosts group discussions on anti-Black racism, police violence, and white supremacy to create supportive and healing spaces for LGBTQIA+ individuals, fostering racial understanding, allyship, and community empowerment.
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Charity Golf Tournament Fundraiser 1 activity
- Fundraising Events and InitiativesGenerates organizational funding through events such as an annual golf outing (including golf foursomes and dinner tables), a pet photo contest, and sponsorship activities.
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Facility-Based Service Delivery 1 activity
- Physical Community Center OperationsOperates a physical center at 66 Willow Avenue in Staten Island, NY, serving as a hub for programs, services, and community events, including dedicated spaces such as the Larry Anderson Rainbow Room.
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LGBTQ+ Aging Support Programs 1 activity
- Services for LGBTQIA+ EldersProvides on-site meal programming, care management services (including information and referrals, benefits assistance, care coordination, and client advocacy), and life-enriching intergenerational programs and events for LGBTQIA+ elders by appointment to promote equity, inclusion, and active community engagement.
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Animal-Assisted Support Services 1 activity
- Therapy Dog ProgramDeploys trained therapy dog teams to provide comfort and care in hospitals, residential facilities, schools, and community agencies across Staten Island.
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Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
- Volunteer EngagementEngages volunteers to support off-site events and daily operations at the Pride Center of Staten Island.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.42M
Contributions & grants$1.39M97%
Program service revenue$37K3%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$1.63M
Program expenses74%
Admin / overhead21%
Fundraising5%
Salaries & benefits$1.02M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$739K
Cash$86K
Investments$0
Liabilities$264K
Net assets$475K
Liquid reserves0.6 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -7.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| CAROL BULLOCK | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $157K |
board members · 10
- ALEX CARR — DIRECTOR/ASSISTANT TREASURER
- AMY RICE — DIRECTOR/SECRETARY
- BRIAN MOODY — DIRECTOR
- EMILIE TIPPINS — DIRECTOR/VICE CHAIRMAN
- GANINE GAMBALE ESQ — DIRECTOR/TREASURER
- JOSHUA M RIVERA — DIRECTOR
- KIM LEWARS — DIRECTOR
- LARRY ANDERSON — DIRECTOR/BOARD CHAIR
- SONIA TOMAI — DIRECTOR
- WILLIAM LYNCH — DIRECTOR
relationships · 36
Who they work with
- Allies to the LGBTQIA+ community Partner — Allies are recognized as supportive individuals who listen, build relationships, and advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community.
- Carmel Richmond Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center Partner — Hosts visits from Luv on a Leash therapy dog teams.
- Eger Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center Partner — Hosts visits from Luv on a Leash therapy dog teams.
- Emma’s Place Partner — Hosts visits from Luv on a Leash therapy dog teams.
- Esplanade Senior Living Partner — Hosts visits from Luv on a Leash therapy dog teams.
- Friends of Postcards Partner — Amy Rice serves as Director of Communications of Friends of Postcards and is also a board member of the Pride Center of Staten Island.
- Greenbelt Conservancy Partner — Amy Rice serves as President of the board of directors of the Greenbelt Conservancy and is also a board member of the Pride Center of Staten Island.
- Maya Smith-Gilbert Partner — Contact person for sponsorship inquiries related to the annual golf outing.
- Maya Smith-Gilbert Partner — Outreach & Events Manager involved in coordinating the pet contest and community outreach.
- Munsee Lenape Government — Recognizes that the Pride Center is located on Munsee Lenape land, formerly known as Aquehonga Manacknong.
- NYC Family Justice Center, Staten Island Partner — Hosts visits from Luv on a Leash therapy dog teams.
- National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Southern New York Chapter Partner — Joshua M. Rivera is a member of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Southern New York Chapter, and is also a board member of the Pride Center of Staten Island.
- New York Institute on Disabilities Partner — Joshua M. Rivera serves as Chair of the board of the New York Institute on Disabilities and is also a board member of the Pride Center of Staten Island.
- Office of the District Attorney, Richmond County Partner — Hosts visits from Luv on a Leash therapy dog teams.
- P.S. 48 Partner — Hosts visits from Luv on a Leash therapy dog teams.
- P.S. 65 Partner — Hosts the "Read with Me" program featuring Luv on a Leash therapy dog teams.
- Pet Partners® Partner — Collaborates with Luv on a Leash to register therapy dog teams through a multi-step training and certification process.
- Pride Center of Staten Island Network — Golden Rainbow is a program of the Pride Center of Staten Island serving LGBTQIA+ elders.
- Pride Center of Staten Island Partner — Hosts visits from Luv on a Leash therapy dog teams at its own facility.
- Richmond University Medical Center Partner — Hosts visits from Luv on a Leash therapy dog teams.
- Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden Partner — Larry Anderson served as Director of Performing Arts and Public Programs at Snug Harbor, indicating a professional and community engagement link with the Pride Center through his leadership role.
- South Beach Addiction Treatment Center Partner — Hosts visits from Luv on a Leash therapy dog teams.
- Spring Bank Partner — Joshua M. Rivera is a member of the Community Advisory Board for Spring Bank and is also a board member of the Pride Center of Staten Island.
- St. Paul's School of Nursing Partner — Hosts visits from Luv on a Leash therapy dog teams.
- Staten Island Academy Partner — Hosts visits from Luv on a Leash therapy dog teams.
- Staten Island Arts Funder — Emilie Tippins is a grant panelist at Staten Island Arts and serves on the Board of the Pride Center of Staten Island.
- Staten Island Children’s Museum Partner — Hosts visits from Luv on a Leash therapy dog teams.
- Staten Island Tech Partner — Hosts visits from Luv on a Leash therapy dog teams.
- Staten Island University Hospital Partner — Hosts visits from Luv on a Leash therapy dog teams.
- Staten Island University Hospital Northwell Health Partner — Alex Carr serves on both the Board of the Pride Center of Staten Island and the Foundation Board of Staten Island University Hospital Northwell Health.
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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.
- Animal-Assisted Therapeutic Engagementmethodology: animal-assisted therapyBy leveraging structured animal-assisted interactions, the organization improves emotional and cardiovascular well-being among LGBTQIA+ individuals because the human-animal bond provides non-judgmental emotional support and reduces physiological stress.
- Brave Space Modelmethodology: brave-spaceBy creating brave spaces that emphasize mutual respect, awareness of impact over intention, and inclusion of diverse perspectives, the organization fosters deeper engagement and psychological safety within the LGBTQIA+ community, leading to more effective support and collective action because such environments reduce harm and encourage authentic participation.
- Clinically Facilitated Peer Supportmethodology: clinically_facilitated_support_groupsBy offering no-cost, clinically facilitated support groups, the organization increases access to high-quality mental health support while ensuring safety and therapeutic value, because professional facilitation enhances peer-based healing without creating financial barriers.
- Community-Driven Approachmethodology: community-drivenBy centering the needs, voices, and collective action of the LGBTQIA+ community, the organization creates more relevant and sustainable change because programs and advocacy emerge directly from lived experience and shared priorities.
- Integrated Support Servicesmethodology: integrated_support_servicesBy combining community building, advocacy, education, and social support services into a unified model, the organization advances LGBTQIA+ well-being because integrated services address interconnected social and emotional needs more effectively than siloed interventions.