named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Chapter Development Initiative
Program to support formation and growth of local FBLA chapters, including provision of starter kits, recruitment tools, and mentorship resources
State Leadership Conference (SLC)
Annual conference for New York State FBLA members featuring leadership training, competitive events, and networking opportunities; hosted at rotating locations across the state
State Officer Leadership Program
Leadership development program for elected state officers including President, Executive Vice President, and other positions; includes training, outreach, and governance responsibilities
Summer Leadership Workshop
Week-long leadership training program for state officers held at retreat locations in the Adirondacks and Catskills
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Organizational Governance & Leadership Development 1 activity
- Administer competitive events and committee submissionsManages competitive events and multiple standing committees (Career Development, Community Outreach, Membership Services, Executive Committee) with defined submission deadlines during the membership year.
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Local High School Scholarship Programs 1 activity
- Award travel grants to FBLA membersRaises funds to award travel grants to New York State FBLA members to support their participation in state and national leadership events.
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Annual Financial and Activity Reporting 1 activity
- Document organizational activities and governanceDocuments meetings, resolutions, votes, and executive summaries with accuracy and timeliness; produces and publishes annual business reports to ensure transparency and preserve the organization’s legacy.
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Educator Conferences & Professional Development Events 1 activity
- Host State and National Leadership ConferencesOrganizes and hosts the annual New York State Leadership Conference and facilitates participation in the National Leadership Conference, including competitive events, award recognition, and logistical coordination for attendees.
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Regional Chapter Network Support 1 activity
- Operate statewide chapter networkOrganizes and supports 151 FBLA chapters across 15 geographic districts in New York State, serving 2,767 members in the 2023–2024 membership year.
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Organizational Newsletter Production and Distribution 1 activity
- Produce communications and digital updatesProduces newsletters (including FBLA Express), digital news feeds, social media content, and promotional materials to share real-time updates, chapter spotlights, leadership tips, event deadlines, and member achievements across New York.
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Recognition and Awards Programs 1 activity
- Provide student recognition and leadership developmentRecognizes student leadership and community service through awards programs and supports leadership development via coaching, judging, and summer workshops for state officers.
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Professional Association Capacity Building 1 activity
- Support chapter development and capacity buildingProvides toolkits, chapter startup support, sponsor recruitment guides, monthly roundtables, and one-on-one advising to strengthen local FBLA chapters; supports region-based competitions and district programming to increase engagement and connectivity.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$3K
Contributions & grants$1K40%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
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expenses
Total expenses$4K
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Fundraising—
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balance sheet
Total assets$32K
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Net assets$32K
6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue +9.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
board members · 4
- DIANNE MASTERS — TRUSTEE
- JENNIFER MCCLURE-CHAVEZ — TRUSTEE
- LISA PERRY — TRUSTEE
- NANCY LATOUR — TRUSTEE
relationships · 12
Who they work with
- Board of Trustees Partner — Collaborates with the Board of Trustees to support NYS FBLA initiatives.
- Finance Professionals Partner — Collaborates with finance professionals to host virtual workshops for members on budgeting, investing, and career opportunities.
- Future Business Leaders of America Network — Participates in national events such as the National Leadership Conference
- Hendrick Hudson High School Partner — Local FBLA chapter where the State Historian previously served as Vice President and President.
- IBM Corporation Partner — John Jesse from IBM Corporation was named an Honorary Life Member in 1999.
- NYS Council Partner — Collaborates with the NYS Council through an application process for involvement in the Program of Work.
- New York State Education Department Government — Provided guidance to NYS FBLA through the Bureau of Business Education starting in 1967.
- SVP Team Partner — Collaborates with the SVP team to solidify regional programming.
- State University of New York at Cobleskill Partner — Hosted the first joint state conference of FBLA-PBL in 1966.
- Tom Mueller Partner — Point of contact for advisory board participation
- University of the State of New York Government — Granted an absolute charter to NYS FBLA on March 20, 1970.
- Williamsville East High School Partner — High school attended by the State Parliamentarian, indicating local chapter affiliation.
strategies · 3
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.
- Barrier Reduction to Expand Access and Equitymethodology: barrier-reductionBy providing financial support, standardized toolkits, and direct assistance, the organization increases participation—especially in rural and small schools—because lowering structural and resource barriers enables more equitable access to FBLA programs.
- Financial Literacy Through Professional and Digital Engagementmethodology: financial-education-workshopsBy delivering financial education via virtual workshops with finance professionals and through social media, the organization increases member confidence in financial management, because real-world expertise and accessible digital formats improve relevance and reach.
- Leadership Development Through Service and Participationmethodology: leadership_through_serviceBy recognizing humanitarian service and requiring leadership training, the organization builds student leadership capacity, because structured developmental experiences and public recognition reinforce commitment, confidence, and civic responsibility.