irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2023
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $329KFORECLOSURE INTERVENTION COUNSELING
- #2 $86KFREE TAX PREP AND OTHER PROGRAMS
named programs · 10 · from sources
What they call their work
Clean Energy Hub
Provides no-cost energy assessments, guidance on clean energy incentives, and coordination of clean energy projects for Bronx residents and businesses.
Down Payment Assistance Program
Offers grants of up to $100,000 to eligible first-time homebuyers in the Bronx to support affordable homeownership.
Estate Planning Program
Helps homeowners create wills, trusts, and other legal instruments to ensure their homes and assets are passed on to heirs without costly legal complications.
Foreclosure Intervention Counseling
Provides counseling and support to homeowners at risk of foreclosure, helping them communicate with lenders and develop plans to keep their homes.
Free Tax Preparation (VITA)
Provides IRS-certified free tax preparation services to low- and moderate-income Bronx residents, helping them access refunds and tax credits such as the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC).
Healthy Homes Production Grant
Identifies and addresses health hazards in homes such as lead paint, mold, and poor ventilation to improve household health and safety.
Home Repair Program
Connects homeowners with resources and programs to assist with critical repairs such as heating, plumbing, and roofing issues.
Property Management Program
Supports small property owners in managing rental units through guidance, tools, and services in partnership with the Community Realty Alliance.
Upliftment 1000 Pilot Program
Transforms underutilized land in the Bronx into affordable homeownership opportunities, aiming to create up to 1,000 new homes for working families.
Workforce Development
Connects individuals to clean energy training and career opportunities to support employment in the growing green economy.
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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First-Time Homebuyer Support Services 4 activities
- Down payment assistance for first-time homebuyersProvides grants of up to $100,000 for eligible first-time homebuyers and offers personalized down payment savings plans for those who do not qualify. Distributed $1.5 million in down payment assistance, including a $100,000 grant to an individual resident.
- Estate planning education for homeownersProvides education and guidance to homeowners on estate planning to ensure the clear and intentional transfer of homes and financial resources to family members.
- Foreclosure prevention counselingProvides counseling to homeowners to help them understand their options, communicate with lenders, and develop plans to avoid foreclosure. Prevented 215 foreclosures, as reported in program outcomes.
- Homeownership counseling and mortgage facilitationProvides financial education, pre-purchase and post-purchase counseling, and connects first-time homebuyers to financial institutions offering favorable loan and grant packages. Facilitated $25.5 million in financing for homeownership programs.
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Energy Policy Advocacy & Research 1 activity
- Advocacy for community-led energy planningPromotes public participation in energy planning and decision-making by involving residents, businesses, and community leaders in shaping local energy initiatives.
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Low-Income Home Energy Efficiency Upgrades 1 activity
- Clean energy services and supportOffers no-cost home energy assessments, guides residents and businesses through accessing energy assistance programs (including rebates and tax credits), and supports the evaluation, selection, and implementation of clean energy projects. Facilitates clean energy projects from initiation to completion.
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Local Clean Energy Adoption & Education 1 activity
- Community outreach and capacity building for clean energyEngages in local community outreach and capacity-building efforts to support the adoption of clean energy technologies in the Bronx.
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Free Tax Preparation Services 1 activity
- Free tax preparation servicesOffers free tax preparation through a Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) site staffed with IRS-certified preparers, in partnership with the New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection, serving low- and moderate-income Bronx residents.
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Home Repair Assistance for Low-Income Households 1 activity
- Home repair and property improvement assistanceHelps homeowners access programs and resources for critical home repairs, resolves property tax and water bill issues through negotiation and exemptions, and identifies and addresses health hazards in homes.
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Housing Policy Advocacy & Tenant Organizing 1 activity
- Strategic planning for housing and community developmentDeveloped Vision 2030, a strategic plan to strengthen housing stability, health, and opportunity in the Bronx across six focus areas.
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Clean Energy Workforce Training 1 activity
- Workforce development in clean energySupports workforce development by connecting individuals to clean energy training programs and career pathways.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Support for small property ownersConnects small property owners with guidance, tools, and services to manage rental units and protect their investments.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.39M
Contributions & grants$1.08M78%
Program service revenue$305K22%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$2K
expenses
Total expenses$1.33M
Program expenses52%
Admin / overhead44%
Fundraising4%
Salaries & benefits$650K
Grants paid out$214K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$870K
Cash$275K
Investments$0
Liabilities$184K
Net assets$686K
Liquid reserves2.5 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +32.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gladstone Johnson | Executive Director | 35 | $116K |
board members · 7
- Acinette Nelson — Board Chair
- Bryan J Hutchinson — Vice Chair
- Carmen Tomlinson — Director
- Georgina Holder — Director
- Grace OSullivan — Secretary
- Marsha Allen Rule — Director
- Melody Crooks — Treasurer
relationships · 15
Who they work with
- Bronx NHS Partner — Invites collaboration with community stakeholders to implement Vision 2030.
- Bronx Neighborhood Housing Services Partner — Organization providing services under the BronxNHS.org domain
- Carlos Valerio Partner — Bronx resident who received a $100,000 grant for homeownership.
- Community Realty Alliance Partner — Collaborates with Bronx Neighborhood Housing Services to deliver the Property Management Program for small property owners.
- New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection Partner — Partner in operating a Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) site.
- New York State Government — Serves as a Regional Clean Energy Hub under New York's state-led clean energy initiative.
- Partnerships that matter Partner — Collaborates with partners to support equitable homeownership and financial empowerment in the Bronx.
- community leaders Partner — Engages community leaders in planning and implementing affordable homeownership initiatives.
- corporations Partner — Collaborates with corporations to support community revitalization and service delivery.
- developers Partner — Collaborates with developers to build affordable homes on underutilized land.
- financial institutions Partner — Collaborates with financial institutions to connect homebuyers with favorable loan and grant packages.
- government entities Government — Works with government entities to advance community investment and affordable housing initiatives.
- local organizations Partner — Partners with local organizations to address community housing and development needs.
- private partners Partner — Collaborates with private partners to develop underutilized land into affordable homes.
- public agencies Partner — Collaborates with public agencies to develop underutilized land into affordable homes.
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-Driven Systems Changemethodology: cross-sector_collaborationBy leveraging cross-sector partnerships and community-driven programming, the organization expands access to resources and services because collaborative governance increases reach, trust, and responsiveness to local needs.
- Early Intervention to Preserve Homeownershipmethodology: early_interventionBy intervening early in financial delinquencies such as property taxes and utility bills, the organization prevents escalation to liens or foreclosures, because timely support reduces systemic risk and maintains housing stability before crises occur.
- Financial Empowerment to Strengthen Household Stabilitymethodology: financial-empowermentBy providing free tax preparation and personalized financial coaching, the organization increases household financial stability because accessing earned income and building savings directly enables wealth accumulation and reduces economic vulnerability.
- Healthy Homes for Healthier Familiesmethodology: healthy-homes-interventionBy identifying and remediating home health hazards, the organization improves family well-being because safer living environments reduce health risks and support long-term residential stability.
- Homeownership as a Pathway to Self-Sufficiencymethodology: equitable_homeownershipBy supporting equitable homeownership through financial coaching, estate planning, and foreclosure prevention, the organization promotes long-term housing stability and resident self-sufficiency because owning a home builds wealth, strengthens community ties, and increases agency over living conditions.