What they call their work
What they do
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After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Deliver research-based educational programs to girls and young women in New York CityProvides comprehensive educational programs for girls and gender-expansive youth ages 6 to 21+ across New York City, focusing on financial literacy, data analytics, mental and physical health, STEM, arts, sports, dance, yoga, self-defense, college preparation, and academic support. These programs are delivered through partnerships with over 250 schools and community-based organizations.
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Community Event-Based Giving Programs 1 activity
- Host annual College Shower eventOrganizes the annual College Shower event that presents scholarships and gifts to 25 college-bound high school seniors to support their transition to higher education.
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College Access and Success Support 1 activity
- Operate Project REACH college success initiativeRuns Project REACH, a post-secondary support program that provides virtual and in-person professional development workshops, one-on-one academic and career advising, and regular check-ins to alumnae in college, with the goal of supporting them through college graduation and job placement. The program achieves a 92% first-year college retention rate.
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Teacher Professional Development 1 activity
- Train educators in Girls Inc. curriculaConducts professional development training for educators in the Girls Inc. of NYC curricula, equipping 190 educators to deliver program content in schools and community-based organizations.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Conduct research on program impactParticipated in a quasi-experimental study conducted by the American Institutes for Research from 2017 to 2019 that demonstrated improved academic and behavioral outcomes for girls participating in Girls Inc. programs.
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Who runs it
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| PAMELA MARALDO | CHIEF EXECUT | 45 | $257K |
| LILY CHANG | CHIEF STRATE | 40 | $197K |
| APRIL CALDWELL | CHIEF PROGRA | 40 | $183K |
| PATRICIA JACOVINA | CHIEF OPERAT | 40 | $181K |
| JESSICA RIVERA | VP PROGRAMS | 40 | $141K |
| MILLICEN PEREZ | VP PARTNERSH | 40 | $133K |
- AMY FERRIS — DIRECTOR
- CAMILLE MANTELIN — DIRECTOR
- CAROLYN COLE — CHAIR EMERIT
- CATE LUZIO — DIRECTOR
- CHARMAINE SLACK — DIRECTOR
- COURTNEY GEDULDIG — BOARD MEMBER
- DENEEN DONNLEY — VICE CHAIR
- EJI OKORAFOR — DIRECTOR
- EMILY KULBACK — SECRETARY
- JANICE ELLIG — DIRECTOR
- JOYCE PHILLIPS — CHAIR
- KIMBERLY SLATE — DIRECTOR
- LEXIE BARTLETT — DIRECTOR
- LISA ROBERTS — BOARD MEMBER
- MARIA MULLER — BOARD MEMBER
- MARIA S JELESCU — DIRECTOR
- MEREDITH MEYER — DIRECTOR
- OLIVIA CHITKARA — BOARD MEMBER
- STACY GORDON — TREASURER
Who they work with
- American Institutes for Research Partner — Collaborated on a quasi-experimental research study from 2017 to 2019 to evaluate the impact of Girls Inc. programs.
- Central Park East High School Partner — Partnered with Girls Inc. of New York City to launch the organization in 1998.
- Equality Can’t Wait Partner — Transformative partnership focused on advancing workplace equality through Project Accelerate.
- Girls Inc. Network — Aligns with Girls Inc.’s National Advocacy Platform and operates as part of the Girls Inc. network.
- Girls Inc. Network — Member of the national Girls Inc. network, building on its legacy as the longest-running girls’ leadership program in the U.S.
- Girls Inc. National Network — Hosts the Girls Inc. Alumnae Association, which includes members from Girls Inc. of NYC.
- Girls Inc. National Organization Network — Independent affiliate of the Girls Inc. National Organization, aligning with its mission to inspire girls to be strong, smart, and bold.
- Girls Inc. national office Network — Girls Inc. of NYC operates as an independent affiliate of the national Girls Inc. organization.
- IBM Partner — CEO of Mastercard, who serves on the board of IBM, is honored at the gala, suggesting institutional connections between Girls Inc. of NYC and IBM.
- Mastercard Partner — CEO of Mastercard is honored at the 2026 gala, indicating a partnership or engagement with the organization.
- NYC Department of Education Government — Source of publicly available data used in program evaluation.
- National Student Clearinghouse Government — Source of publicly available data used in program evaluation.
- New York Road Runners Partner — Official Charity Partner for the 2026 United Airlines NYC Half Marathon.
- Sally Partner — Featured in an impact story describing personal support received
- The Entertainment Community Fund Partner — Bebe Neuwirth, Vice Chair of The Entertainment Community Fund and honoree at the gala, has founded a program under this organization, indicating a potential partnership link.
- development@girlsincnyc.org Partner — Contact point for corporate volunteer opportunities and partnerships
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.
- Exposure to Role Models and Professional Pathwaysmethodology: exposure-to-role-modelsBy connecting girls with successful professional women and enriching learning experiences through partnerships, the organization expands girls’ visions of what is possible and builds career readiness because visible, relatable role models disrupt limiting societal narratives.
- Identity-Affirming Empowermentmethodology: identity-affirming_educationBy centering programs on resisting stereotypes and affirming authentic self-identity, the organization empowers girls to lead with purpose because belief in one’s agency and worth is foundational to long-term success and leadership.
- Longitudinal Support Modelmethodology: holistic-youth-developmentBy supporting girls continuously from elementary school through college and into career placement, the organization ensures sustained development and long-term advancement because continuity of support mitigates disruptions caused by systemic inequities.
- Pro-Girl Environment with Mentorshipmethodology: pro-girl_environmentBy creating gender-affirming spaces and fostering supportive relationships through mentorship, the organization enables girls to overcome systemic barriers and succeed in school, work, and life because relational safety and role modeling are foundational to identity development and resilience.
- Research-Based Holistic Developmentmethodology: research-based_youth_developmentBy delivering research-based curricula in a positive environment, the organization supports the holistic development of girls—spanning academic, emotional, social, and career domains—because structured, evidence-informed programming produces measurable growth across multiple life outcomes.