named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Alumni Programs
Provides ongoing one-on-one support, job and internship referrals, and networking opportunities for former participants
Family Programs
Offers parent workshops, holiday events, and an annual Family Retreat where families visit camp together
Internship & Job Training
Offers employment experience, career readiness skills, and workplace professionalism development for students
Summer Camp
Residential summer camp experience lasting two weeks for ages 8–15 and four weeks for ages 16–18, focused on character development and leadership
Transitional Programs
Provides guidance and support during key life transitions including middle school, high school, and post-high school planning
Year-Round Program
Provides one-on-one coaching, academic support, and family engagement for youth ages 8–18 throughout the year
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 2 activities
- Engage volunteers in program delivery and organizational supportOffers individual and group volunteer opportunities for corporate teams and organizations, both virtually and in-person in NYC and upstate New York, to support events, clerical work, programming assistance, and language interpretation.
- Mobilize professionals to expand program reach and resourcesEngages mid-career professionals to promote programs, raise funds, secure pro bono services, and create opportunities for youth participants.
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Youth Workforce Readiness Programs 1 activity
- Deliver work readiness and internship training for youthProvides internship and job training programs for youth ages 16–18, including four-week summer work experiences, career readiness instruction, and training in workplace professionalism to prepare students for employment.
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After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Deliver year-round youth development programs with summer camp and family supportAnnually serves nearly 500 youth (ages 8–18) and their families through a 12-month program model that includes a two-week summer camp, year-round one-on-one coaching, transitional support for key educational transitions, and family programs such as workshops, holiday events, and an annual Family Retreat. All programs are offered free of charge to remove financial barriers.
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Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Programs 1 activity
- Implement long-term youth leadership curriculumDelivers the Whole Self curriculum through age-appropriate activities that foster personal development, culminating in an annual Fiver Dog Tag Ceremony where participants are recognized for demonstrated personal attributes such as leadership, resilience, and integrity.
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Alumni Leadership and Career Support Programs 1 activity
- Provide alumni support and career development servicesOffers ongoing support to 175+ alumni annually through the Fiver Alumni Network, including one-on-one check-ins, college and career exploration, job and internship referrals, peer engagement workshops, and access to a professional support network to promote long-term success.
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Youth Development Programs 1 activity
- Raise awareness and funds through regional advocacyOperates a Steering Committee in Central New York that raises awareness about youth development and conducts fundraising to support organizational mission.
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Organizational Governance & Leadership Development 1 activity
- Strengthen organizational governance through volunteer board engagementEngages 24 volunteer board members to support organizational governance, mission alignment, and strategic oversight.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$2.99M
Contributions & grants$2.88M97%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$52K2%
Other revenue$52K
expenses
Total expenses$2.92M
Program expenses87%
Admin / overhead3%
Fundraising10%
Salaries & benefits$1.58M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$5.89M
Cash$1.17M
Investments$546K
Liabilities$1.66M
Net assets$4.23M
Liquid reserves7.0 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +3.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHRISTIE KO | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $151K |
| MARY DINSKI | DEPUTY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $113K |
board members · 23
- AARON ISAACSON — DIRECTOR
- BONNI HENDRIX — DIRECTOR
- CHRIS HAINES — DIRECTOR
- CHRISTINA BOHM — DIRECTOR
- DAPHNE LEROY — DIRECTOR
- DARREN SCHLUTER — DIRECTOR
- ELEINE POLIDO — DIRECTOR
- ERIC WENG — DIRECTOR
- GABRIELA BERROA — DIRECTOR
- JAMES ROPER — CHAIRMAN
- JENNY PERLMAN ROBINSON — DIRECTOR
- JESSICA SMITH — DIRECTOR
- JOHN COKINOS — TREASURER
- JONATHAN JEAN-PIERRE — SECRETARY
- JUSTIN LUBELEY — DIRECTOR
- KAN DEVNANI — DIRECTOR
- KAREN TOLL — DIRECTOR
- MICHAEL GORELICK — DIRECTOR
- MICHELE LALLEMAND BRAZIL — VICE CHAIR
- PAOLA FRATTAROLI — DIRECTOR
- RICHARD GOLASZEWSKI — DIRECTOR
- RYLAND MCCLENDON — DIRECTOR
- THOMAS TUCKER — CHAIRMAN EMERITUS
relationships · 14
Who they work with
- Alumni Board Partner — Guides the Fiver Alumni Network in partnership with Fiver staff
- Barnett, Edelstein, Gross, Kass & Lieber, P.C. Partner — Organization affiliated with emeritus board member
- CNY Steering Committee Partner — Local committee raising awareness and support for Fiver in Central New York.
- CUNY Graduate School of Journalism Partner — Organization affiliated with emeritus board member
- Colgate University Partner — Located near Colgate University; early connection through founder's alumni relationship and land acquisition near campus.
- Columbia University School of Social Work Partner — Organization affiliated with emeritus board member
- Comtex News Network Partner — Organization affiliated with emeritus board member
- Hodes, Weill & Associates Partner — Organization affiliated with board member Bonni H.
- Insight Investment Partner — Organization affiliated with Treasurer Karen T
- JPMorgan Chase Funder — Provided a $5,000 DEIA Award through the NYC Imagine Awards to support Fiver’s diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging efforts.
- Leapwise HR Partner — Organization affiliated with Vice-Chairperson Jonathan Jean-Pierre
- New York Government — Youth served are from systematically under-resourced communities in New York.
- Pi Capital Partner — Organization affiliated with emeritus board member
- fiverfamily Partner — Manages a dedicated Instagram page for families and the Fiver community.
strategies · 5
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.
- Alumni Support for Sustained Impactmethodology: long-term alumni supportBy continuing to provide tools, community, and support after program completion, we produce long-term success because post-program engagement helps alumni navigate transitions and maintain momentum.
- Holistic Youth and Family Engagementmethodology: holistic youth and family developmentBy supporting both youth and their families together, we produce lasting change because addressing the broader ecosystem of a child’s life reinforces development beyond the individual and strengthens long-term outcomes.
- Long-Term Relationship-Based Youth Developmentmethodology: long-term youth developmentBy committing to a ten-year developmental journey with youth, combining challenging experiences and nurturing relationships, we produce sustained personal growth and future success because long-term engagement fosters trust, continuity, and deeper impact than short-term interventions.
- Race Equity Integration in Program Designmethodology: race_equityBy applying a race equity lens across all departments and practices, we produce more equitable outcomes because intentionally addressing systemic inequities ensures fair access and culturally responsive programming.
- Social-Emotional Learning Through Self-Literacymethodology: social-emotional-learningBy using a structured curriculum to build self-awareness and emotional articulation, we produce intentional decision-making and healthier relationships because understanding one’s inner experience enables greater agency and resilience.