named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Charity Activities
Supports children with life-threatening and disabling medical conditions through health and wellness initiatives.
Grants Program
Provides financial assistance to gifted and talented children and supports organizations in the fields of culture and pediatric health care.
RAY Theater (Russian-American Youth Theater)
Youth theater company producing original and classical ballets and performances choreographed and staged by Russian professionals. Provides performance opportunities for students of the Russian Ballet Academy.
Russian Ballet Academy
Year-round ballet training program for children ages 3–25 using Russian classical techniques, taught by certified instructors trained in Russia. Includes curriculum in classical and character ballet, repertoire, and stage performance.
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Ballet and Dance Education Programs 3 activities
- Ballet training program using Russian classical techniqueOffers year-round ballet instruction based on the Russian Ballet Training system for students aged 3 to 25, including classes in classical and neoclassical ballet technique, repertoire, historical dance, partnering, acting via the Stanislavsky system, body conditioning, and on-stage performance experience. Classes are structured by skill level and production needs, with ongoing and annual auditions conducted in person or via video.
- Educational outreach on Russian culture and danceProvides educational programs focused on Russian culture through ballet and performance, including participation in the Ballet Ambassador Public School Educational Program that delivers dance education to public schools in the New York area.
- Enrichment and performance opportunities for young artistsProvides structured enrichment through advanced ballet technique, strength, and musicality development, along with on-stage performance opportunities in original ballets and productions by RAY Theater. Students are assessed annually based on classwork, performance participation, and attendance, with advancement and scholarship eligibility determined by accumulated credits.
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Recreational and Emotional Support Programs for Children with Serious Illnesses 1 activity
- Charity programs for children with serious medical conditionsConducts charitable activities supporting children with life-threatening and disabling medical conditions, including organizing health and wellness programs for children recovering from cancer and other illnesses.
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Artist Support Grants 1 activity
- Funding for talented individuals and organizations in culture and pediatric healthcareAwards grants to support individuals and organizations working in cultural arts and pediatric healthcare, with a focus on advancing talent development and medical support for children.
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Professional Theatrical Production 1 activity
- Production of original and classical ballet performancesStages full-scale ballet, opera, and drama performances adapted for children, including original productions such as "Golden Key - New Pinocchio," "The Queen and the Snow White," "Buratino," "Snow Queen," and reimagined versions of classics like "Swan Lake" with vibrant scenic design. Performances are presented at venues such as Riverside Theater in New York and incorporate animated projections and music to engage young audiences.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$145K
Contributions & grants$121K84%
Program service revenue$23K16%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$167K
Program expenses75%
Admin / overhead25%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineOther
balance sheet
Total assets$33K
Cash$33K
Investments$0
Liabilities$3K
Net assets$30K
Liquid reserves2.3 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -8.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 1
- Kira Voitovich — President
relationships · 11
Who they work with
- ARChH Partner — Founded RAY Theater as part of its cultural programs
- Joffrey Ballet School Partner — Collaborates with Joffrey Ballet School for ballet performances featuring professional ballet students.
- Mikhail Lavrovsky Laboratory Partner — Long-term collaborative relationship with the laboratory of Mikhail Lavrovsky, Artistic Director of Moscow State Choreographic Academy
- Natalia Dubova Partner — Honored figure skating coach and collaborator associated with ARChH's cultural programs.
- RAY Theater Partner — Collaborates with RAY Theater for choreography, staging, and student participation in original ballet performances.
- RAY Theater Partner — Collaborates with RAY Theater on the RBA ballet training program and shared programming.
- RAY Theater Partner — Collaborates with RAY Theater to provide performance opportunities and rehearsals for ballet students.
- RAY Theater Partner — Partners with RAY Theater for joint ballet productions performed by professional ballet students.
- Riverside Theater Partner — Venue for premieres and performances of RAY Theater productions in New York, NY.
- Russian American Youth Theater Partner — Collaborates with Russian American Youth Theater (RAY Theater, New York) in ballet and theater programming
- Semyon Belits-Geiman Partner — Soviet swimmer, Olympic medalist, and active member of the Russian Swimming Federation who collaborates with ARChH.
strategies · 4
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.
- Authentic Russian Classical Training Methodologymethodology: russian-classical-ballet-trainingBy using Russian classical ballet techniques taught by certified Russian instructors and maintaining fidelity to traditional pedagogy, the organization develops technical mastery and artistic musicality in students because structured, culturally rooted instruction produces disciplined and expressive performers.
- Cultural-Educational Engagement Through Age-Appropriate Balletmethodology: cultural-education-through-artsBy adapting classical ballet performances with age-appropriate content and multimedia enhancements, the organization increases youth engagement and cultural access because accessible storytelling fosters sustained interest and deeper learning.
- Integrated Support for Holistic Child Developmentmethodology: integrated_support_for_childrenBy combining health, financial, and cultural-educational programming, the organization supports children's recovery and long-term development because integrated services address multiple dimensions of well-being simultaneously, creating synergistic outcomes.
- Performance-Integrated Skill Developmentmethodology: performance-integrated trainingBy integrating regular performance opportunities with daily instruction, the organization advances student progress because applied experience reinforces technical training, builds confidence, and deepens artistic understanding.