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SOUSA HSA INC
PORT WASHINGTON, NY · EIN 275462910 · Form 990EZ · FY2024 · NTEE B94 · Education · Micro (<$100K) · sousahsa.org
revenue
$97K
expenses
$68K
net assets
$258K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

The Sousa HSA (Home & School Association) is an alliance of parents, educators, and administrators who seek to promote the best educational opportunities for the children and youth in our homes, schools & communities. We are dedicated to enriching Sousa students' educational experiences and to instilling an excitement for learning and a respect for others, our community & the world we share. Through the use of its dues and fund raising,the HSA will enhance the educational facilities & opportunities for the students of the Sousa Elementary School through programs/equipment that are not otherwise provided in the schools budgets. The Sousa HSA objectives are promoted through an educational experience directed toward parents & teachers and are developed through meetings, committees, projects & programming. the Sousa HSA will continue to strive to set and attain higher standards & goals for the educational experience of its members & will provide an open forum for communication ensuring tru

profile · synthesized from sources

The Sousa HSA (Home & School Association) is a parent-led nonprofit supporting John Philip Sousa Elementary School in Port Washington, NY. It enhances student education through fundraising and family engagement initiatives. The organization fosters communication between parents, teachers, and administrators to support school programs not covered by the district budget.

named programs · 3 · from sources

What they call their work

Online Apparel Store
Online store selling spirit wear to raise funds and promote school community
Sousa Social
Annual spring fundraising event for parents featuring a virtual auction to support HSA programs
The Sousa Notes
Monthly newsletter sharing school news, events, and updates with the Sousa community
activities · 7 groups

What they do

  • Holiday and Seasonal Essentials Distribution 1 activity
    • Coordinates seasonal outreach programs for economically disadvantaged families
      Organizes seasonal outreach initiatives including the Winter Coat Drive, Holiday Gift Drive, and Spring Clothing Drive to support economically disadvantaged families.
  • Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
    • Engages volunteers in school activities
      Engages volunteers in its activities to support school programs and operations.
  • PTA/PTO Communication & Engagement Coordination 1 activity
    • Facilitates family and school community engagement
      Operates a website and membership directory to support family connection, distribute communications, and manage class message boards. Produces a monthly newsletter covering school life, students, and faculty. Organizes forums with school district leadership and experts to educate parents on curriculum, technology, school finances, and student social issues.
  • Nonprofit Retail and Merchandise Sales 1 activity
    • Hosts fundraising events and manages spirit wear sales
      Operates an annual virtual auction and hosts an in-person fundraising event, the Sousa Social, to raise funds. Operates an online spirit wear store offering Sousa-themed apparel and accessories.
  • Safe and Inclusive School Environment 1 activity
    • Implements and manages anti-bullying and discrimination reporting system
      Implements the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA), provides access to a DASA reporting form for students, staff, and parents, and designates trained Dignity Act Coordinators to review and respond to reported incidents of harassment, bullying, or discrimination.
  • School-Specific Educational Support 1 activity
    • Organizes and funds educational programs and activities for students
      Conducts meetings, committees, projects, and programming to promote educational opportunities for students and supports programs and activities for students, faculty, and staff through fundraising and annual dues of $30 per family. Provides educational programs and equipment not covered by school budgets.
  • Back-to-School Supply Distribution 1 activity
    • Provides school supply support and procurement services
      Provides online access to school supply lists and facilitates one-stop purchasing through School Tool Box. Offers prepackaged school supply boxes tailored to each grade level.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$97K
Contributions & grants$6K6%
Program service revenue——
Investment income$50%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$68K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$264K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$258K
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +0.1%
relationships · 9

Who they work with

  • Label Daddy Partner — Partner vendor through which purchases support the Sousa HSA via affiliate links.
  • Membership Toolkit Partner — Technology platform used to manage membership communications and directory access.
  • PTAs Partner — Collaborates with PTAs to educate parents on the school budget and encourage voter participation.
  • Port Washington School District Government — Collaborates with the district on communications and student information systems.
  • Port Washington Union Free School District Government — Hosts the Sousa Guidance Website and operates Sousa HSA as a public school within the district.
  • School Tool Box Partner — Partner organization providing one-stop school supply purchasing for Sousa families.
  • School Tool Box Partner — Partner vendor for ordering and delivering school supplies.
  • Sousa Elementary School Partner — Primary school served by the organization; focus of educational enhancement efforts.
  • Sousa Middle School Partner — Collaborates with school leadership, including Principal Meg Sheehan, as part of its governance structure.
strategies · 2

How they approach the work

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  • Centralized Family Support Through Digital Platforms
    methodology: centralized-family-support
    By providing centralized digital access to school supplies, grade-specific kits, and online engagement tools, the organization streamlines family participation and preparation because reducing logistical barriers increases accessibility and involvement.
  • Family-School-Community Partnership
    methodology: family-school-community partnership
    By fostering collaboration among parents, educators, and administrators, the organization improves educational outcomes for children and youth because shared responsibility enhances engagement, communication, and support systems around students.