irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $33KOrganized cultural and social events, workshops and courses to promote Polish culture to various communities in New York City area.
named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Annual Holiday Bazaar
Hosts a yearly Christmas market that promotes Polish holiday traditions, decorations, and baking, engaging families in cultural celebration
Certificate of Polish Language Proficiency
Administers Polish language certification exams developed by Polish universities and the Ministry of National Education, previously first offered in the U.S. at this school in 2005
Educational Trips and Winter Camps
Organizes international trips to Poland and other countries, as well as annual winter camps in Poland, Canada, or Vermont for students and families
Polish Language and Culture Instruction
Saturday classes for students from pre-K to 12th grade covering Polish language, history, and cultural traditions, taught by experienced educators with formal pedagogical training
Polish Matura and Regents Exam Preparation
Prepares senior students for official Polish language exams including the Polish Matura and New York State Regents, which grant academic credit at U.S. colleges
School Cultural Ensembles and Clubs
Includes the Gaudete children's music group, art club, math club, chess club, and formerly the Polish Eagle soccer club and Joseph Dance Studio, fostering artistic and extracurricular development
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Community Festival & Event Production 2 activities
- Annual Christmas bazaar eventOrganizes an annual Christmas bazaar to promote Polish holiday traditions, including decorations and baked goods; has held the event for the past four years.
- Participation in the Pulaski ParadeAnnually represents Maspeth in the Pulaski Parade as part of its community and cultural engagement activities.
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Youth Cultural and Educational Travel Programs 1 activity
- Organizing educational and cultural tripsOrganizes annual educational and cultural trips to Poland, Europe, Canada, Mexico, Hawaii, and Alaska, open to both students and their families.
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Polish & Slavic Cultural Preservation 1 activity
- Polish language and culture education programProvides Polish language and cultural education to nearly 600 students from kindergarten through 12th grade, with Saturday classes held in two shifts and class sizes typically under 25 students.
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Youth Writing Contests & Recognition Programs 1 activity
- Student participation in literary and historical knowledge competitionsSupports student participation in literary and historical knowledge competitions, with several students earning awards and distinctions in international contests.
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Uncategorized 4 activities
- Administration of Polish Language Certification ExamsOrganizes and administers annual Polish Language Certification Exams in the United States, established in 2005 in cooperation with Polish universities and the Ministry of National Education, serving 12th-grade students aged 16 and over, college students, and teachers.
- Administration of Polish high school graduation (matura) examsAdministers the Polish matura exam for 12th-grade students; hosted the first such exam in New York over ten years ago and had 28 students participate in the most recent administration.
- Support for New York State Regents exam in PolishPrepares and supports older students in taking the New York State Regents exam in Polish, which grants three academic credits toward U.S. higher education.
- Youth and family winter camp programsAnnually organizes winter camps for youth and children with parents in Krynica Górski (Poland), Canada, and Vermont.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$227K
Contributions & grants$24K11%
Program service revenue$203K89%
Investment income$10%
Other revenue$100
expenses
Total expenses$226K
Program expenses75%
Admin / overhead25%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$92K
Grants paid out$6K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$168K
Cash$163K
Investments$0
Liabilities$114K
Net assets$54K
Liquid reserves8.7 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +12.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waldemar Rakowicz | President | 15 | $8K |
board members · 6
- Alina Kurzyna — Secretary
- Barbara Kulpa — Director
- Katarzyna Kulikowski — Treasurer
- Malgorzata Klak — Director
- Patrycja Makles Chuchro — Director
- Piotr Pszeniczny — Director
relationships · 4
Who they work with
- Centrala Polskich Szkół Dokształcających Network — Member organization providing teacher training and professional development opportunities; school participated in its 13th Teacher Congress in New York.
- Kongres Polonii Amerykańskiej Network — Member organization supporting Polish-American educational and cultural initiatives.
- Ministerstwo Edukacji Narodowej (Poland) Government — Collaborated with the school to administer Polish Language Certification Exams in the U.S., starting in 2005.
- Parafia Świężego Krzyża w Maspeth Partner — Provides facilities and ongoing support for the school's operations; school is located on parish grounds and maintains close collaboration with parish priests.
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.
- Cultural Immersion Through Celebrationmethodology: cultural_immersion_through_celebrationBy integrating Polish traditions, national identity, and cultural practices into the curriculum and extracurricular events, the school strengthens students' connection to their heritage, because experiential and ceremonial engagement fosters deeper cultural belonging and identity formation.
- Culture and Identity Developmentmethodology: culture-and-identity-developmentBy fostering social and professional integration in the U.S. while actively promoting appreciation of cultural diversity and heritage, the school supports youth development because maintaining cultural identity enhances self-esteem and eases acculturation.
- Teacher Professional Development for Cultural Pedagogymethodology: teacher_professional_developmentBy providing continuous training in modern teaching methods specific to Polish language and culture, the school improves educational effectiveness because well-supported teachers deliver more engaging and pedagogically sound cultural instruction.