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NEIGHBORHOOD TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CLINIC

BROOKLYN, NY · EIN 113482054 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE P02 · Human Services · Small ($100K-$1M) · neighborhoodclinic.org
revenue
$215K
expenses
$164K
net assets
$63K
employees
1
program ratio
65%
mission · from form 990

THE PURPOSE OF NEIGHBORHOOD TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CLINIC IS TO SERVE THE NEEDS OF PHILANTHROPIC INDIVIDUALS AND ORGANIZATIONS IN THEIR EFFORTS TO DEVELOP, SUPPORT AND MAINTAIN EFFECTIVE COMMUNITY-BASED AND FAITH-BASED PROGRAMS. IT ALSO SERVES NOT-FOR-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS WISHING TO IMPROVE PROGRAMS AND ORGANIZATIONAL CAPACITY FOR ADDRESSING THE NEEDS OF LOW-INCOME AND SERVICE-STARVES NEIGHBORHOODS IN NEW YORK CITY.

profile · synthesized from sources

Neighborhood Technical Assistance Clinic (NTAC) is a nonprofit organization based in Brooklyn, NY, that strengthens community-based and faith-based organizations through technical assistance, capacity-building workshops, and strategic advisement. It supports nonprofits, foundations, and public agencies in improving organizational effectiveness, fundraising, and program development, with a focus on underserved communities in New York City and select international sites. Founded and led by Rev. Dr. Valerie Oliver-Durrah, NTAC serves as a bridge between philanthropy and grassroots organizations.

named programs · 5 · from sources

What they call their work

Ain’t I a Leader: The Black Women Clergy Project
Partnership initiative empowering African-American women in ministry through dialogue, mentorship, and leadership development
Capacity-Building Workshops
Offers training in board development, fundraising, proposal writing, event planning, and nonprofit management for executive directors, boards, and staff
Executive and Leadership Coaching
Provides one-on-one and group coaching for nonprofit leaders in career development, leadership advancement, conflict resolution, and life transitions
International Technical Assistance
Delivers strategic advisement to nonprofits and foundations in the Caribbean and Africa, including Antigua & Barbuda, St. Kitts/Nevis, Jamaica, Kenya, and Brazil
Starting a Neighborhood Giving Circle
Workshop series guiding communities in forming shared-giving groups to support local projects through pooled donations
activities · 6 groups

What they do

  • Nonprofit Capacity Building Services 2 activities
    • Providing international technical assistance to community organizations
      Delivers technical support to nonprofit and government initiatives in Antigua & Barbuda and St. Kitts/Nevis, focusing on youth development, diabetes initiatives, education, and fundraising for disadvantaged populations.
    • Providing technical assistance and capacity-building workshops for nonprofits
      Offers customized trainings, coaching, and hands-on guidance to strengthen the organizational capacity of community-based and faith-based nonprofits in New York City and beyond, covering areas such as grant writing, board development, strategic planning, digital communication, and nonprofit governance.
  • Christian Leadership & Discipleship Training 1 activity
    • Delivering specialized programs and retreats for faith-based organizations
      Offers tailored seminars, retreats, and programs designed to support faith-based institutions in neighborhood outreach, ministry management, and community engagement.
  • Leadership & Policy Dialogue Forums 1 activity
    • Facilitating forums and events to strengthen funder-nonprofit collaboration
      Hosts annual forums and seminars that bring together funders and nonprofit organizations to improve dialogue, collaboration, and understanding of community needs, including recognition of effective grantmaking through awards.
  • Industry and Community Recognition Awards 1 activity
    • Hosting annual galas and recognition events for community leaders
      Organizes annual gala events to honor leaders in nonprofits and communities, highlighting the contributions of grassroots organizations and individuals to neighborhood development and civic engagement.
  • Girls' Mentorship and Leadership Development 1 activity
    • Organizing leadership development and mentorship events for Black youth and clergy
      Convenes mentorship events pairing Black judges with young Black children to discuss education, career, and spirituality, and supports leadership development among Black women clergy through dedicated projects and gatherings.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Advocating for Black maternal health and historic preservation
      Hosted a Black Maternal Health Awareness Walk in Brooklyn and served on an advisory committee for the restoration of the historic Governor’s House in Antigua, contributing to public health and cultural heritage initiatives.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$215K
Contributions & grants$154K72%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$61K
expenses
Total expenses$164K
Program expenses65%
Admin / overhead15%
Fundraising20%
Salaries & benefits$29K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$66K
Cash$59K
Investments$0
Liabilities$4K
Net assets$63K
Liquid reserves4.3 mo
4 years on record · 2021–2024 · YoY revenue +39.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 4
  • GAYLE GILBERT — SECRETARY/TR
  • KANYERE EATON — VICE CHAIRPE
  • SYLVIA KINARD — CHAIRPERSON
  • VALERIE O DURRAH — PRESIDENT
relationships · 63

Who they work with

  • Ade’s House Partner — Received technical assistance from NTAC for community outreach and fundraising for special needs individuals in St. Kitts.
  • American Foundation for the University of West Indies Partner — Rev. Dr. Valerie Oliver Durrah participates annually in its “Legacy Continues” gala by delivering the invocation.
  • Auburn Theological Seminary Partner — Collaborated with NTAC on the Black Women Clergy Project in 2008
  • Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation Partner — Client of NTAC
  • Black Agency Executives Partner — Client of NTAC
  • Borough of Manhattan Community College (CUNY) Partner — Client of NTAC
  • Brooklyn Brewery Partner — Sponsor of NTAC
  • Brooklyn Communities Collaborative Partner — Co-hosted the Black Maternal Health Awareness Walk.
  • Brooklyn Historical Society Network — Dr. Durrah is the first African-American elected trustee and has served over 30 years on its board.
  • Brooklyn Neighborhood Services Partner — Received board development technical assistance from Neighborhood Technical Assistance Clinic.
  • Busia Compassionate Care for Children Partner — NTAC serves on the International Advisory Committee for this orphanage in Busia, Kenya, to help identify needed resources and support.
  • CBS Channel 2 – TV Partner — Client of NTAC
  • Care Project Partner — Received technical assistance from NTAC in Antigua, including support for fundraising initiatives.
  • Citibank Partner — Sponsor of NTAC
  • College of Staten Island (CUNY) Partner — Client of NTAC
  • Con Edison Partner — Client of NTAC
  • Concord Community Development Corporation Partner — Client of NTAC
  • Eric Adams Government — Served as Honorary Chair for the 2023 NTAC Gala.
  • Federation of Protestant Welfare Agencies Partner — Client of NTAC
  • Fund for the City of New York Partner — Sponsor of NTAC
  • Golden Krust Partner — Sponsor of NTAC
  • JP Morgan Chase Partner — Sponsor of NTAC
  • JetBlue Airways Partner — Sponsor of NTAC
  • Johnson & Johnson Partner — Sponsor of NTAC
  • KeySpan Energy Partner — Client of NTAC
  • Madiba Restaurant Partner — Sponsor of NTAC
  • Medgar Evers College (CUNY) Partner — Client of NTAC
  • MetroHealth Plus Partner — Co-hosted an event celebrating leaders during Caribbean Heritage Month.
  • Metropolitan Transportation Authority Partner — Client of NTAC
  • Ministry of Homeland Security (St. Kitts/Nevis) Government — Worked under its authority to provide training and support youth development and fire services.
+ 33 more
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.

  • Bridge-Building Across Communities to Strengthen Collaboration
    methodology: bridge_building
    By acting as a connector across ethnic, neighborhood, and sector lines, we strengthen grassroots and institutional collaboration because leveraging deep community networks enables more responsive, culturally grounded solutions to local challenges.
  • Leadership Development Through Coaching and Mentorship
    methodology: mentorship-pairing
    By providing leadership coaching and targeted mentorship, we improve organizational performance and identity development because personalized guidance strengthens both individual effectiveness and long-term institutional capacity in underserved communities.
  • Peer-Led Capacity Building Through Shared Learning
    methodology: peer_learning_circle
    By facilitating peer learning circles and expert-facilitated knowledge exchange, we build nonprofit organizational capacity because shared practical experiences and collective problem-solving foster deeper engagement and sustainable skill adoption than top-down training.