named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Infant Program
Childcare for infants 6 weeks to 18 months, part of the Babies Step Forward program in partnership with WestCOP, based on the Early Head Start model with eligibility based on federal income guidelines.
Parent Playgroup
Upcoming program providing a space for young children and caregivers to play, learn, and connect through sensory play, music, storytelling, and community building.
Preschool & Pre-K Program
Curriculum-based program for 3- to 5-year-olds building literacy, math, and social skills, enhanced by partnership with Ampact's Early Learning Corps for individualized literacy and social-emotional support.
School Age Enrichment Program
Before- and after-school care for children 5 to 12 years, including transportation for Poughkeepsie School District students, tutoring, arts, sports, and full-day care on school closure and summer days.
Summer Program
Full-day summer camp for children 6 weeks to 12 years, offering enrichment activities, outdoor play, and learning opportunities; currently operates with a waitlist.
Toddler Program
Program for children 18 months to 3 years focusing on early learning through music, movement, art, and play, including developmental assessments and family support services.
activities · 10 groups
What they do
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Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 2 activities
- Host group volunteer opportunitiesOffers structured volunteer opportunities for corporate teams, civic organizations, faith communities, college groups, and high school service clubs to contribute to programs and events.
- Provide administrative and operational volunteer supportEngages volunteers in administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, preparing mailings, organizing supplies, event preparation, and donor thank-you projects to support program operations.
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Early Childhood Education & Development Programs 1 activity
- Deliver infant care through Early Head Start modelOperates the Babies Step Forward program, an infant care service for children ages 6 weeks to 3 years based on the Early Head Start model, providing developmentally appropriate support for low- and moderate-income families.
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Organizational Governance & Leadership Development 1 activity
- Engage community leaders in governance and advisory rolesInvolves community leaders through volunteer service on the Board of Directors and committees such as Development, Finance, Event Planning, and Community Advisory Groups to support organizational capacity.
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Library Volunteer Coordination & Community Engagement 1 activity
- Engage volunteers in classroom and program supportUtilizes volunteers to provide classroom support, including assistance with reading, art projects, games, and special events, as well as literacy programs such as volunteer-led story time and one-on-one reading.
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Public Space Beautification and Maintenance 1 activity
- Maintain safe and welcoming facilitiesConducts facility and beautification projects including landscaping, gardening, painting, playground improvements, minor maintenance, and organizing storage spaces to ensure a safe and nurturing learning environment.
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Play-Based Early Childhood Education 1 activity
- Operate preschool programs with hands-on learningRuns preschool programs focused on building early literacy, math, and problem-solving skills through hands-on activities, group projects, and small group learning centers.
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School and School-Community Events 1 activity
- Organize family and community eventsPlans and implements community events such as Family Fun Nights, holiday celebrations, outreach events, and summer camp activities with volunteer support to strengthen family and community ties.
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Before and After School Childcare 1 activity
- Provide early childhood and school-age care programsOffers affordable, high-quality early childhood and school-age programs including infant care, preschool, before- and after-school care, and summer camp for low- and moderate-income families in Poughkeepsie and surrounding communities. Programs support emotional, social, and academic development in a safe, nurturing environment.
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Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
- Provide year-round and summer programs for children up to age 12Offers a summer program for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years, including full-day care during summer break and school closure days, currently operating with a waitlist.
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Family-School Engagement Programs 1 activity
- Support family engagement and parenting resourcesProvides families with parenting resources, classroom updates, educational tips, and community connections through the Parent Corner and a dedicated Parent Resources page.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.42M
Contributions & grants$274K19%
Program service revenue$1.15M81%
Investment income$300%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$1.27M
Program expenses87%
Admin / overhead9%
Fundraising4%
Salaries & benefits$937K
Grants paid out$15K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$710K
Cash$393K
Investments$0
Liabilities$100K
Net assets$610K
Liquid reserves3.7 mo
3 years on record · 2021–2024 · YoY revenue +16.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JAIME HYLA | EXECUTIVE DI | 40 | $78K |
board members · 11
- ADAM SHOOK — BOARD MEMBER
- ANTHONY DIRUSSO — RESIGNED 6/3
- DORIS CONTI — SECRETARY
- GWEN DAVIS — BOARD MEMBER
- JENNIFER RADICONE — CHAIR
- MICHELLE FRANKS — BOARD MEMBER
- NANCY LENHERT — BOARD MEMBER
- NEVILL SMYTHE — TREASURER
- NICOLETTE DELUCCIA VELEZ — BOARD MEMBER
- PATTY DREIVER — VICE CHAIR
- SILKE VON DER EMDE — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 17
Who they work with
- Ampact Partner — Collaborates with Ampact's Early Learning Corps to provide individualized early literacy, language, and social-emotional support through trained tutors in preschool classrooms.
- Brightwheel Partner — Technology partner used for enrollment management and parent communication.
- Brightwheel Partner — Uses Brightwheel for enrollment and parent communication through the Brightwheel Parent Portal.
- Civic organizations Partner — Partners with civic organizations for group volunteer opportunities.
- College groups Partner — Works with college student groups for volunteer and internship opportunities.
- Corporate volunteer groups Partner — Collaborates with corporate teams for volunteer days and employee service projects.
- Dutchess County Child Development Committee Partner — Jointly formed the Poughkeepsie Family Development and Day Care Center in 1970.
- Faith communities Partner — Engages faith communities in volunteer activities and service projects.
- First Baptist Church Partner — Founded the Community Day Care Center in 1967 as a project of the church.
- High school service clubs Partner — Involves high school service clubs in community service and volunteer roles.
- Little Water Prep Charter School Partner — Provides care and programming during professional development training days and school closures for Little Water Prep Charter School.
- WestCOP Partner — Partnership to deliver the Babies Step Forward program based on the Early Head Start model for infants and toddlers.
- civic organizations Partner — Partners with civic organizations for community service projects, educational workshops, and advocacy initiatives
- faith communities Partner — Engages faith communities in volunteer efforts, resource sharing, and family support initiatives
- local businesses Partner — Collaborates with local businesses for employee volunteer days, service projects, sponsorships, and in-kind donations
- nonprofits Partner — Partners with other nonprofits for joint programs, events, and community service initiatives
- schools Partner — Collaborates with schools for educational programming, resource sharing, and student support
strategies · 4
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.
- Cross-Sector Community Partnershipsmethodology: cross_sector_partnershipBy partnering with diverse local institutions, the organization leverages collective resources to strengthen community investment in children, because sustainable change requires coordinated action across sectors.
- Equity-Focused Access to Childcaremethodology: equity_focused_accessBy advocating for equitable access to high-quality childcare, the organization supports families across income levels, because targeted focus on equity reduces systemic barriers and promotes inclusive child development opportunities.
- Parent as First Teachermethodology: parent_as_first_teacherBy empowering parents and caregivers as primary educators, the organization enhances child development outcomes, because family-led learning reinforces developmental progress beyond the classroom setting.
- Play-Based Learning with Family Supportmethodology: play_based_learning_with_family_supportBy using play-based learning combined with comprehensive family support services, the organization promotes child development and strengthens family units, because integrated approaches address both child and caregiver needs in developmentally appropriate ways.