irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $1.57MChild Care - Includes the NYC Department of Education, Division of Early Childhood Education (DECE) serving 95 school day children ages 3 to 4 years old. The program received $262,000 of fresh produce and staples. donated services.
- #2 $716KHealth Care and Education - Provides a comprehensive range of HIV/STD/HCV prevention interventions and support services to individuals who engage in high risk behavior and persons living with HIV. also, includes services to improve health equity and maternal and infant health outcomes in neighborhood with the greatest health inequities
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Child Care and EarlyLearn/UPK Program
Provides group childcare and Universal Pre-Kindergarten services for children ages 3 to 4 through the NYC Department of Education’s Division of Early Childhood Education, including meal services.
Health Care and Education Program
Delivers HIV/STD/HCV prevention services, health equity initiatives, and maternal and infant health support in underserved communities.
Healthy Families Outreach
Conducts street outreach, workshops, and lectures in Washington Heights on health and safety, child abuse prevention, and parent-child relationship building.
Victim and Violence Against Women Assistance Program
Offers counseling, support groups, 24-hour hotline, legal advocacy, emergency assistance, and referrals for survivors of gender-based violence.
activities · 12 groups
What they do
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Domestic Violence Survivor Support Services 2 activities
- Domestic violence support and advocacy programOperates a comprehensive domestic violence program for Latina and other women survivors of intimate partner violence since 1998, primarily serving Northern Manhattan. Offers bilingual crisis intervention, safety planning, a help line (Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm), individual counseling, Spanish-language peer support groups, and advocacy to access housing, emergency services, social services, and criminal justice resources.
- Peer leadership and survivor empowerment trainingDelivers an annual Peer Leadership Empowerment Training (PLET) program designed to promote healing, recovery, and financial empowerment among domestic violence survivors.
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Parenting Support for At-Risk Families 2 activities
- Family support and resource connection servicesProvides home-based support services for families from pregnancy until the child reaches age 5, connecting them to community resources through visits led by trained Family Resources & Support Specialists. Uses the Growing Great Kids curriculum during home visits and program events to support parenting, child development, and family stability.
- Home-based Early Head Start programProvides home-based early childhood education and development services for pregnant women and children ages 0–3, promoting school readiness through cognitive, social, physical, and emotional development. Weekly 90-minute home visits use modeling and psycho-education to support parenting and learning environments, supported by family support workers for goal setting and wraparound care.
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Comprehensive Care Management Services 1 activity
- Community health and case management servicesProvides community health worker support for pediatric and geriatric clients with chronic conditions such as asthma, ADHD, autism, diabetes, cancer, and heart disease. Workers conduct bi-monthly follow-ups to support treatment adherence, access to care, and resolution of barriers. Also offers case management and navigation for individuals living with or at risk of HIV, including referrals to LGBTQ-friendly primary care, mental health, housing, food security, PrEP, legal services, and transgender healthcare.
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Domestic and Sexual Violence Prevention Education 1 activity
- Community outreach and prevention educationConducts street outreach and educational workshops in schools, nonprofits, barbershops, salons, and community spaces to raise awareness about domestic violence, child abuse and neglect prevention, and healthy parent-child relationships. Offers workshops on safe sex practices, condom use, and condom negotiation for sexually active women and men over 18.
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Early Childhood Education & Development Programs 1 activity
- Dual language early childhood education and childcareProvides dual language early childhood education and childcare services for children ages 2–5 at the Mama Tingo Child Care & Learning Center, operating in partnership with the NYC Department of Education and the EarlyLearn program. Serves approximately 95–97 children daily during school hours and includes meals. The program supports over 100 families with an open-door policy encouraging parental involvement.
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ESL and Citizenship Instruction 1 activity
- English as a Second Language (ESL) instructionOffers multilevel ESL classes for adults aged 18 and over, focusing on improving writing and conversational English skills to support integration into American society. Volunteers assist students in practicing spoken English.
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Small Business Technical Assistance 1 activity
- Entrepreneurial and economic development servicesImplements bilingual entrepreneurial services for small business clients in Washington Heights, providing business development support to new and existing small businesses in low-income communities, particularly in retail, food, service, auto repair, and light manufacturing sectors. Trains and registers women as Family Day Care providers and supports them in launching small businesses through the Economic Development Program.
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Food Distribution and Hunger Relief 1 activity
- Food, diaper, and housing assistance programsProvides food assistance to individuals and families through a food pantry program, distributes diapers annually to families in need, and offers weekly housing support services every Monday from 3–5 PM.
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Community Wellness Movement Classes 1 activity
- Health education and wellness programmingOffers workshops, educational sessions, and exercise classes to improve health and well-being, including monthly workshops on toxic stress, trauma, women’s health, family planning, and breastfeeding. Provides free weekly yoga classes every Wednesday and delivers health education tools to empower informed decision-making.
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LGBTQ+ Community Support and Resource Centers 1 activity
- LGBTQ youth drop-in center (La Sala)Operates a drop-in center for homeless and unstably housed LGBTQ youth aged 14–24, offering hygiene services (showers), clothing, personal care items, a glam room, health and wellness activities, counseling, artistic expression, HIV testing, healthy sexuality education, and referrals to job training and GED programs. Services are available three days per week from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., with both virtual and physical participation opportunities.
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Parenting Education and Support Programs 1 activity
- Parenting education and family engagement programsOffers free parenting classes through the "Parents In Harmony" program led by Dr. Rosa Lavergne and provides psycho-educational groups on parenting, mental health, nutrition, and legal issues for immigrant families. Hosts graduation ceremonies with a 100% student completion rate and encourages active parental involvement in early childhood programs.
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Health Insurance Enrollment Assistance 1 activity
- Public benefits enrollment assistanceProvides in-person and virtual assistance with applications and renewals for Medicaid, Child Health Plus, NY State of Health Qualified Health Plans (including Fidelis Care, Metroplus, Emblem Health, and others), and emergency Medicaid for undocumented individuals who meet eligibility criteria such as proof of NYC address.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$6.33M
Contributions & grants$6.32M100%
Program service revenue$5K0%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$4K
expenses
Total expenses$6.39M
Program expenses89%
Admin / overhead8%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$4.58M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.54M
Cash$86K
Investments$0
Liabilities$1.20M
Net assets$336K
Liquid reserves0.2 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +1.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 4
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| Rosita R Romero | Executive Director | 40 | $128K |
| Nermis Calderon | Program Director | 40 | $122K |
| Felix E Arias | Admin. Director | 40 | $122K |
| Carolina Capellan | Program Director | 40 | $107K |
board members · 10
- Alyssa Navia — Secretary
- Andel Nicasio — Member
- Casilda Balmaceda — Member
- Doralyn De Dios Brito — Member
- Johanna Espinosa — Member
- Karina Aybar-Jacobs — Member
- Luz Bermudez — Member
- Miosotis Cabrera — Treasurer
- Rita Mella — Chairperson
- Tamara Romero — Member
relationships · 16
Who they work with
- Dr. Rosa Lavergne Partner — Leads the "Parents In Harmony" free parenting class program.
- Early Childhood Head Start Act Government — Program aligned with federal Early Head Start standards
- El Centro de Apoyo a la Mujer Partner — Supported the establishment of this organization in the Dominican Republic in 2003.
- El Centro de la Mujer Dominicana Partner — Collaborated in the formation of this organization in Puerto Rico in 2003.
- Elmhurst Hospital Partner — Referral partner for mental health services; accepts client referrals for in-person or virtual appointments.
- GiveSmart Partner — Platform used for fundraising and ticketing for the 2025 Gala.
- Growing Great Kids Partner — Curriculum provider used in home visits and program activities.
- Jacobi Medical Center Partner — Referral partner for mental health services; accepts client referrals for in-person or virtual appointments.
- Jacqueline Guilamo Partner — Program Coordinator for ESL classes
- Mama Tingo Early Childhood Education Center Partner — Receives administrative and programmatic support from DWDC's Health Services Coordinator for Early Head Start activities.
- NMIC Partner — Partner organization providing job training and GED program referrals for La Sala participants.
- New York City Department of Education Partner — Collaborates on child care programs through its Division of Early Childhood Education (DECE).
- New York City Domestic Violence Hotline Partner — Collaborates by referring individuals to the 24/7 NYC Domestic Violence Hotline for immediate assistance.
- Office of Head Start Government — Receives funding and program support from the Office of Head Start within the Administration for Children and Families.
- Queens Connect Partner — Partner organization providing job training and GED program referrals for La Sala participants.
- THRIVE Partner — Partnership to offer free to low-cost mental health services including access to licensed therapists and medication management.
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.
- Culturally Responsive Peer Support Modelmethodology: peer_support_modelBy delivering domestic violence education and emotional support through Spanish-language peer groups, the organization leverages shared cultural and linguistic experiences to build trust, increase engagement, and promote healing because relatable peer facilitation reduces stigma and strengthens community accountability.
- Holistic Integration of Services for Intersecting Needsmethodology: holistic_supportBy addressing multiple, intersecting aspects of well-being—such as health, economic stability, and social justice—the organization creates pathways to stability and empowerment because integrated services reduce systemic barriers and increase access for marginalized women and families.
- Parent Engagement as Primary Education Strategymethodology: parent_as_first_teacherBy equipping parents as first teachers and active participants in their children’s learning, the organization reinforces educational, physical, and emotional development at home because caregiver involvement creates lasting developmental impact and closes early learning gaps, especially among children of color.
- Strengths-Based, Family-Centered Empowermentmethodology: strengths_based_approachBy using a family-centered and strengths-based approach, the organization builds parental capacity and connects families to resources because affirming existing strengths fosters self-efficacy, engagement, and sustainable growth.
- Survivor-to-Leader Pathway Modelmethodology: survivor_leadership_trainingBy transforming survivor experiences into leadership through structured training, the organization promotes personal healing, financial empowerment, and community advocacy because lived experience, when validated and channeled, becomes a catalyst for individual and collective transformation.