irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $3.93MEDUCATION AND ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT:THE YWCA PROVIDES A CONTINUUM OF EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE-ALIGNED PROGRAMMING DESIGNED TO SUPPORT YOUTH DEVELOPMENT, LEADERSHIP, AND ECONOMIC MOBILITY.APPROXIMATELY 350 CHILDREN ARE SERVED ANNUALLY THROUGH THE NATIONALLY ACCREDITED CHILDREN'S LEARNING CENTER AND OUT-OF-SCHOOL TIME PROGRAMS, WHICH SUPPORT SCHOOL READINESS, ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT, AND SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT.SUMMER AND ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS OFFER STRUCTURED OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOUTH TO BUILD SKILLS IN LEADERSHIP, TEAMWORK, AND CREATIVE EXPRESSION.TARGETED PROGRAMS SUCH AS GIRLS EMPOWERED THROUGH MEANINGFUL SUPPORT (GEMS) PROVIDE MENTORING, ACADEMIC SUPPORT, AND STEM ENGAGEMENT FOR AFRICAN AMERICAN AND LATINA GIRLS, ADDRESSING OPPORTUNITY GAPS AND PREPARING PARTICIPANTS FOR COLLEGE AND CAREER PATHWAYS.ADDITIONAL INITIATIVES, INCLUDING Y-LEADERS AND ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT PROGRAMS, PROVIDE LEADERSHIP TRAINING AND DIGITAL WORKFORCE SKILLS FOR YOUNG WOMEN AND ADULT PARTICIPANTS, EQUIPPING THEM WITH TOOLS TO SUCCEED IN TODAY'S ECONOMY.
- #2 $102KLEADERSHIP & ADVOCACY:THE YWCA ADVANCES EQUITABLE ACCESS TO OPPORTUNITY THROUGH EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT THAT STRENGTHEN INSTITUTIONAL PRACTICES AND COMMUNITY OUTCOMES.THROUGH THE WESTCHESTER CENTER FOR RACIAL EQUITY, THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES CAPACITY-BUILDING SERVICES, WORKSHOPS, AND FACILITATED DIALOGUE TO SUPPORT ORGANIZATIONS IN FOSTERING INCLUSIVE, EFFECTIVE, AND RESPONSIVE ENVIRONMENTS.COMMUNITY-BASED PROGRAMMING, INCLUDING BOOK DISCUSSIONS AND DIALOGUE SERIES, PROMOTES CIVIC ENGAGEMENT AND CONSTRUCTIVE COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION.IN 2024, THE YWCA LAUNCHED WESTCHESTER COUNTY'S FIRST FREEDOM SCHOOL IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE CHILDREN'S DEFENSE FUND. SERVING STUDENTS IN GRADES 1-4, THE PROGRAM ADDRESSES SUMMER LEARNING LOSS WHILE STRENGTHENING LITERACY, LEADERSHIP, AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT, CONTRIBUTING TO LONG-TERM EDUCATIONAL OUTCOMES.
named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
Aquatics Program
Swim instruction for children ages 6 months to 15 years, including private lessons and group classes from beginner to advanced levels
Children's Learning Center
Nationally accredited early education and childcare program for children from 8 weeks to preschool age, offering play-based learning and enrichment activities
Freedom School
Summer literacy program in partnership with the Children's Defense Fund for grades 1-4 to combat summer learning loss
Girls Empowered Through Meaningful Support (GEMS)
Mentorship, academic support, and STEM programming for African American and Latina girls in White Plains schools, with a 100% high school graduation rate
Westchester Center for Racial Equity
Provides racial equity workshops, organizational development services, and community dialogues to advance anti-racism practices
Women's Residence
Supportive housing program providing wraparound services for 193 single women, the largest such program in New York State
Y-Leaders
Leadership development workshops for young women focusing on personal growth and community engagement
activities · 10 groups
What they do
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Educator Training in Equity and Inclusion 2 activities
- Advance racial equity through training and organizational assessmentProvides racial equity training covering U.S. history of race and racism, implicit bias, and personal accountability. Offers customized organizational training, policy assessments through a racial equity lens, and facilitates community dialogue to challenge systemic racism and build inclusive environments.
- Operate capacity-building programs for organizational equityProvides workshops, facilitated dialogue, and capacity-building services through the Westchester Center for Racial Equity to help organizations foster inclusive, effective, and responsive environments.
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Competitive and Learn-to-Swim Programs 1 activity
- Deliver aquatics and swim instruction programsOffers swim instruction for children ages 6 months to 15 years, private and semi-private lessons, American Red Cross Lifeguard courses, and youth swim classes focused on stroke technique and endurance. Classes follow a structured 16-week curriculum with small group sizes and include swimming as part of summer camp programming.
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Early Childhood Education & Development Programs 1 activity
- Deliver early childhood education and youth servicesOperates a nationally accredited Children's Learning Center and out-of-school time programs serving approximately 350 children annually, offering infant care, preschool learning, before- and after-school care, and remote learning support. Programs emphasize school readiness, academic achievement, social-emotional development, and play-based learning using The Creative Curriculum.
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Summer Academic Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Launch and operate Freedom School for elementary studentsLaunched Westchester County's first Freedom School in 2024 in partnership with the Children's Defense Fund, serving students in grades 1–4 to combat summer learning loss and strengthen literacy, leadership, and social development.
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Inclusive Social & Recreational Events 1 activity
- Offer inclusive programs for individuals with developmental disabilitiesProvides year-round structured programming including Saturday Fun & Fit, Sunday Respite, after-school support, summer camp, and specialized instruction in gymnastics, swim, piano, and other activities for children and adults with developmental disabilities.
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Supportive and Emergency Housing Services 1 activity
- Operate supportive housing for low-income womenProvides safe and affordable housing for low-income women, serving as the largest provider in New York State and the only provider in Westchester County. The program serves 193 single women annually.
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Workforce Readiness Training 1 activity
- Provide economic empowerment and employment support servicesOffers programs such as YW STRIVE to assist individuals facing employment or underemployment barriers, and supports participants through the Sister's Village program in education, employment, and economic empowerment, serving over 1,000 women, families, and girls annually.
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Competitive & Instructional Gymnastics Programs 1 activity
- Provide gymnastics and physical enrichment programsOffers parent/tot and preschool gymnastics, co-ed and boys-only youth instruction, competitive teams (Levels 2–10), USAIGC programs, advanced recreational groups, and summer camps. Programs serve children ages 2–18 and adults, with structured curricula, certified instructors, and skill-based progression in Olympic events and tumbling.
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Supervised Family Visitation Services 1 activity
- Provide supervised visitation and safe exchange servicesOffers court-ordered and private supervised visitation and safe exchange services for families with custody challenges, ensuring child safety and confidentiality in a secure, government-funded or fee-based setting.
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Girls' Mentorship and Leadership Development 1 activity
- Run youth leadership and mentorship programs for Black and Brown girlsImplements the Girls Empowered Through Meaningful Support (GEMS) program for African American and Latina girls and teens in Westchester County, providing leadership development, academic assistance, mentoring, STEM projects, and weekly in-person sessions. The program achieves a 100% high school graduation rate among participants annually.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$8.12M
Contributions & grants$2.77M34%
Program service revenue$5.06M62%
Investment income$30K0%
Other revenue$252K
expenses
Total expenses$8.75M
Program expenses75%
Admin / overhead22%
Fundraising3%
Salaries & benefits$5.77M
Grants paid out$9K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$6.59M
Cash$132K
Investments$277K
Liabilities$5.06M
Net assets$1.53M
Liquid reserves0.6 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -3.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 3
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| TIFFANY SW HAMILTON | CEO | 40 | $244K |
| CRISSY ESPOSITO | CFAO | 40 | $131K |
| JAVON TROTTMAN-FLOYD | COO | 40 | $121K |
board members · 11
- ANDREA FOOTE — BOARD PRESIDENT
- ASTARA CREWS — BOARD VICE PRESIDENT
- CHRISTINA ALTOMARE — SECRETARY
- FERNANDA ANTONIOLI — BOARD MEMBER
- GINA ACCORDINO — BOARD MEMBER
- GLORIANA WATER — BOARD MEMBER
- KEITH EVANS — BOARD MEMBER
- KIMBERLY DEMILIA — BOARD TREASURER
- MARIA BARCA — BOARD MEMBER
- MARY HERRNSTADT — BOARD MEMBER
- SUSAN PARISH — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 11
Who they work with
- American Red Cross Partner — Offers American Red Cross courses in aquatics training through a partnership with the organization.
- Children's Defense Fund Partner — Partnered to launch Westchester County's first Freedom School in 2024, serving students in grades 1–4 to combat summer learning loss and foster leadership and literacy.
- Dr. Jennifer D. Lewis Partner — Director of the Westchester Center for Racial Equity, leading collaboration efforts on racial justice programming.
- Dr. Jennifer Lewis Partner — Leads the Westchester Center for Racial Equity at YWCA White Plains & Central Westchester.
- FY23 Financial Statements Network — Publicly shares audited financial statements and IRS Form 990 for fiscal transparency
- FY24 Financial Statements Network — Publicly shares audited financial statements and IRS Form 990 for fiscal transparency
- Government Government — Provides funding for the court-ordered supervised visitation and safe exchange program.
- Sharon Whyte Partner — Contact person for information about job readiness and mentorship programs.
- Westchester County Government — Hosted childcare for essential workers during the pandemic, operated by Westchester County.
- YWCA USA Network — Local affiliate of the national YWCA movement, aligning with national advocacy priorities while implementing localized programs.
- mjoseph@ywcawpcw.org Partner — Contact point for YW ACCESS program inquiries
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.
- Five-Pillar Youth Development Frameworkmethodology: five-pillar_youth_developmentBy structuring youth programming around S.T.E.A.M., financial literacy, community service, college preparation, and identity development, we produce holistic growth because integrating academic, civic, and personal domains fosters resilient, empowered young leaders.
- Integrated Supportive Services Modelmethodology: integrated_supportive_servicesBy combining housing, job readiness, mentoring, financial literacy, and early education, we promote economic advancement and self-sufficiency for women because addressing multiple interconnected barriers simultaneously increases the likelihood of sustained independence.
- Multi-Modal Racial Equity Interventionmethodology: multi-modal_racial_equity_interventionBy using workshops, training, organizational support, dialogue, and partnerships, we equip individuals and institutions to challenge systemic racism because sustained change requires both individual awareness and institutional transformation.
- Trauma-Informed Empowerment Approachmethodology: trauma-informed_empowermentBy recognizing the impact of trauma, particularly among women and girls affected by poverty and racism, we foster economic, physical, and emotional well-being through community-building and systemic change because healing and agency are foundational to long-term stability.