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FRIENDS OF MIDDLE SCHOOL 915 INC

BROOKLYN, NY · EIN 841971575 · Form 990EZ · FY2024 · NTEE B94 · Education · Micro (<$100K) · ms915brooklyn.org
revenue
$74K
expenses
$82K
net assets
$19K
employees
mission · from form 990

TO STRENGTHEN & SUPPORT MIDDLE SCHOOL 915, TO PROMOTE THE WELFARE & EDUCATION OF STUDENTS OF MIDDLE SCHOOL 915 IN THE HOME, SCHOOL, & COMMUNITY, BY FOSTERING PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT IN THE SCHOOL; AND TO CONDUCT ANY OTHER LAWFUL ACTIVITY OR PURSUE OTHER LAWFUL PURPOSES.

profile · synthesized from sources

Supports Middle School 915 in Brooklyn, NY, by strengthening the school community and promoting student welfare and education through parental involvement. The organization focuses on enhancing the school environment and student experience in partnership with the school administration and community members.

named programs · 3 · from sources

What they call their work

After School Program
Offers free after-school programming including homework help, art, dance, music, sports, STEM, and enrichment clubs in partnership with Community Counseling & Mediation For Youth Initiative (CCM-FYI)
Explorations
Biannual two-week interdisciplinary study units where students engage with real-world global issues through expert talks, community interaction, and visits to cultural and educational institutions in NYC
Science Fair
Annual event showcasing student-led scientific inquiry and projects, supporting STEM education and presentation skills
activities · 7 groups

What they do

  • Family-School Engagement Programs 2 activities
    • Engages families and volunteers in school operations
      Operates a volunteer interest program to involve families in school activities, including parent support for library operations such as book circulation and shelving.
    • Supports student welfare and education through parental and community involvement
      Supports Middle School 915 by promoting student welfare and education through engagement of parents and the community in school and home environments.
  • Study Abroad and Global Immersion Programs 1 activity
    • Conducts immersive exploration programs on global issues
      Runs two two-week exploration units annually focused on global problems, incorporating reading, expert engagement, community interaction, and visits to cultural and educational institutions in New York City to deepen student understanding of the world.
  • School and School-Community Events 1 activity
    • Hosts school-wide academic and community events
      Organizes and hosts academic and community-building events including a STEM bridge-building competition, science fair, Diversity Potluck, and all-school bowling trip. These events promote student engagement, family participation, and hands-on learning.
  • Campus Construction and Renovation Projects 1 activity
    • Manages school facility improvements
      Conducted renovations to the school cafeteria, including upgrades to seating and meal distribution areas, to improve student experience and operational efficiency.
  • Admissions Outreach and Enrollment Support 1 activity
    • Offers school tours and virtual open houses for community outreach
      Hosts in-person school tours at its Brooklyn facility and conducts virtual open houses to engage prospective families and the broader community.
  • After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
    • Provides daily after-school programming and enrichment activities
      Offers free after-school programming from the end of the school day until 5:45 p.m., including academic support, arts, sports, and creative writing, funded by NYC’s Department of Youth and Community Development. Includes Enrichment Club sessions held twice annually and after-school tutoring in ELA, science, and math provided by school teachers on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Provides educational programming focused on equity, student agency, and civic engagement
      Operates as a learning community committed to diversity, equity, and justice, supporting student agency, exploratory learning, creativity, academic and civic engagement, and preparing students to graduate with a sense of personal agency to create positive change.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$74K
Contributions & grants$39K53%
Program service revenue$14K19%
Investment income
Other revenue
expenses
Total expenses$82K
Program expenses
Admin / overhead
Fundraising
Salaries & benefits
Grants paid out
balance sheet
Total assets$19K
Cash
Investments
Liabilities
Net assets$19K
3 years on record · 2021–2024 · YoY revenue -8.0%
relationships · 7

Who they work with

  • Big ReUse Partner — Partnered to deliver a two-part educational series on local sustainability initiatives for 8th graders.
  • Bowl 360 Partner — Hosted the all-school bowling trip for students and staff.
  • Brooklyn Ballet Partner — Partners to offer dance programs as part of the after-school Enrichment Clubs.
  • Brooklyn Music School Partner — Provides teaching artists for band programs within the after-school Enrichment Clubs.
  • College Board Government — Partner in the College Access for All program, supporting college readiness initiatives.
  • Community Counseling & Mediation For Youth Initiative Partner — Oversees and delivers after-school programming in partnership with FRIENDS OF MIDDLE SCHOOL 915 INC.
  • PTA Partner — Collaborates with the PTA to facilitate family involvement and communications.
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.

  • Equity-Centered and Student-Centered Learning Environment
    methodology: equity-centered education, student-centered learning
    By integrating diversity and equity into pedagogy and centering student development through exploratory and civic learning, the organization creates a safe, engaging environment that promotes personal and social growth, because inclusive, student-driven education increases relevance, belonging, and motivation.
  • Experiential Learning for Community and Engagement
    methodology: experiential_learning
    By using experiential group activities to reinforce thematic learning, the organization deepens student engagement and builds community, because shared, hands-on experiences strengthen retention and social bonds in educational settings.
  • Family and Parental Involvement to Strengthen Student Welfare
    methodology: parental-involvement-in-education
    By fostering parental and family engagement through school communications, PTA outreach, and structured involvement, the organization strengthens student welfare and educational outcomes, because coordinated participation across home, school, and community settings creates a supportive ecosystem for student success.
  • Project-Based Learning for Critical Thinking and Engagement
    methodology: project-based_learning
    By engaging students in immersive, hands-on projects — particularly around real-world or global problems — the organization makes learning meaningful and develops creative, critical thinking skills, because active problem-solving fosters deeper cognitive engagement and retention.