irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #2 $9K
named programs · 8 · from sources
What they call their work
After-School Program
Safe-space programming offering skill-building workshops and empowerment activities beyond the school day
Basketball Training
Skill-focused basketball coaching that develops technique, teamwork, game IQ, and mental toughness in young athletes
Community Outreach
Seasonal events including toy drives and turkey drives, plus workshops and speaker series to engage families and strengthen community bonds
Financial Literacy (TUFF BUCK$)
Engaging financial education program for youth ages 8-17 that teaches budgeting, saving, investing, and smart spending through a gamified currency system
Fitness Training
Structured physical fitness activities focusing on strength, endurance, and healthy habits, integrating mental health and personal development
In-School Program
Integration of TUFF Financial Literacy and mindset training into classroom settings in partnership with NYC public schools
Mentorship
One-on-one and group guidance from positive role models that supports social, emotional, and academic growth
Weekend Programming
Community-based workshops, field trips, and experiential learning opportunities offered on weekends
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Community Capacity Building & Leadership Networks 1 activity
- Partnership and community collaboration initiativesEngages in collaborative planning with partner organizations, offers employee volunteer opportunities, shares impact reports, provides access to TUFF’s network of community leaders, and invites partners to exclusive events and impact showcases to strengthen community partnerships.
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Financial Literacy Education Programs 1 activity
- Youth financial literacy educationDelivers financial literacy programs to youth ages 8–17 through initiatives such as TUFF BUCK$, a currency-based simulation system that teaches budgeting, saving, debt management, investing, and charitable giving via interactive, age-appropriate lessons and game formats.
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Youth One-on-One Mentoring 1 activity
- Youth mentorship and mindset developmentOperates mentorship programs that connect youth with positive role models to support social, emotional, and academic growth, integrating mindset training and mentorship into in-school and after-school programming to promote holistic youth development.
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Youth Soccer Development Programs 1 activity
- Youth sport and fitness programsOffers structured physical fitness activities, including dynamic workouts, age-appropriate strength training, and cardiovascular conditioning for youth from Pre-K through high school, with a focus on improving strength, endurance, flexibility, and overall health. Programs include elite basketball training emphasizing fundamentals, athleticism, and mental toughness.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$7K
Contributions & grants$7K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$9K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
balance sheet
Total assets$0
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$0
2 years on record · 2023–2024 · YoY revenue -65.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 4
- Donald Louis — At-Large Officer
- John Agneli — Vice President
- Jonathan St Jules — Treasurer
- Patricia Dorisca — President
relationships · 6
Who they work with
- Department of Youth and Community Development Partner — Collaborating to expand program reach and community impact.
- Facebook Partner — Organization's Facebook profile is linked on website
- Instagram Partner — Organization's Instagram profile is linked on website
- LinkedIn Partner — Organization's LinkedIn profile is linked on website
- NYC Department of Education Partner — Trusted vendor delivering educational programming in public schools across all five boroughs.
- YouTube Partner — Organization's YouTube channel is linked on website
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.
- Integrated Fitness and Financial Literacy for Personal Empowermentmethodology: fitness-and-finance-integrationBy combining fitness and financial literacy as co-equal pillars of programming, we build personal agency and community capacity, because physical and financial health are interdependent domains of self-efficacy that reinforce disciplined habits and long-term planning.
- Sports-Based Holistic Youth Developmentmethodology: holistic-youth-developmentBy using sports and fitness as an engagement platform, we foster holistic youth development—integrating physical, mental, moral, and leadership growth—because structured physical activity creates consistent touchpoints for mentorship and skill-building that produce well-rounded individuals.
- Youth as Agents of Community Changemethodology: two-generation_approachBy equipping youth with knowledge, skills, and healthy habits, we enable them to become change agents in their communities, because empowered youth replicate positive behaviors and values beyond the program setting, creating ripple effects of development.