named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
A Space to Breathe
Virtual platform offering free weekly trauma-informed yoga classes for survivors of domestic and sexual violence, launched during the pandemic to increase accessibility
Fellowship Program
Training and leadership development initiative for trauma-informed yoga instructors, designed to build organizational capacity and sustain program delivery
Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher Training
Training program for wellness professionals that certifies them in trauma-informed practices, with scholarships available for participants
Young Professional Network (YPN)
Volunteer group supporting fundraising, event organizing, and outreach efforts while fostering community among young advocates and wellness professionals
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Trauma-Informed Yoga and Mindfulness Programs 2 activities
- Deliver trauma-informed yoga classes to survivors of domestic and sexual violenceProvides in-person, on-demand, and live online trauma-informed yoga classes to survivors of domestic and sexual violence, offered free of charge through public programming, partnerships with over 90 agencies, and virtual access via Zoom. Classes are delivered weekly, in English and Spanish, across New York City and globally, with a documented total of 7,400 classes and over 45,000 class registrations.
- Provide trauma-informed yoga programming in higher education settingsOperates a 36-week annual trauma-informed yoga program for students, staff, and faculty at 10 colleges and universities in New York City, including in-person and on-demand classes, workshops, and educational initiatives aimed at improving mental health, emotional wellbeing, and daily functioning.
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Volunteer and Professional Training Programs 1 activity
- Conduct trauma-informed yoga training for professionalsOffers 16-hour and custom-duration (2–6 hour) trauma-informed yoga trainings for yoga teachers, healthcare workers, wellness professionals, nonprofit staff, and government agencies, both virtually and in person. These trainings cover trauma’s impact on the mind and body and how to adapt practices for survivors, with partial scholarships and discounted rates available. Over 1,800 participants were trained in 2022 alone.
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Fundraising for Community and Charitable Initiatives 1 activity
- Fund programs that empower survivors and support organizational operationsRaises funds through monthly giving (Empowerment Circle), private shopping events, hosted wellness classes, and donor engagement to directly finance survivor empowerment programs, teacher training, and operational needs.
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Community Recovery Awareness Events 1 activity
- Host community events and awareness initiatives for survivor healingOrganizes public events such as the annual Celebration of Healing Gala, Sexual Assault Awareness Month fireside conversations, community learning series, and pop-up yoga classes to foster connection, healing, and advocacy for survivors of trauma.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Conduct research on the impact of trauma-informed yogaConducts original research and surveys to evaluate the impact of trauma-informed yoga on stress, bodily pain, self-efficacy, emotional wellbeing, and daily functioning among college students and survivors of domestic violence. Findings include measurable improvements after single sessions and sustained participation, with studies conducted in partnership with external organizations.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$620K
Contributions & grants$548K88%
Program service revenue$34K5%
Investment income$250%
Other revenue$38K
expenses
Total expenses$725K
Program expenses75%
Admin / overhead9%
Fundraising16%
Salaries & benefits$379K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$300K
Cash$283K
Investments$0
Liabilities$15K
Net assets$284K
Liquid reserves4.7 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -6.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 7
- ASHLEY ANTLER — Director
- BOMSINAE KIM — Director
- ERICA BARTH — Director
- REBECCA BURGOYNE — Director
- RITA RICCI — Director
- STEPHANIE SERAFINO — Director
- ZOE LEPAGE — Director
relationships · 30
Who they work with
- 10 NYC-based colleges and universities Partner — Receives 36 weeks of in-person and on-demand trauma-informed yoga classes and training opportunities from Exhale to Inhale.
- Borough of Manhattan Community College Partner — Hosts Exhale to Inhale's trauma-informed yoga classes and educational workshops.
- CUNY Bronx Community College Partner — Hosts Exhale to Inhale's trauma-informed yoga classes and educational workshops.
- City University of New York School of Law Partner — Hosts Exhale to Inhale's trauma-informed yoga classes and educational workshops.
- Crime Victims Treatment Center Partner — Collaborates on training students, staff, and faculty to create trauma-sensitive environments.
- Custom Wellness Programs Partner — Collaborates with workplaces to deliver trauma-informed yoga and wellness programs.
- Halli Faulkner Partner — Co-hosts a community learning session during Sexual Assault Awareness Month focused on self- and community-care with Halli Faulkner, a survivor-leader and trauma-informed educator.
- Here to Be Foundation Funder — Provided a grant that supported Exhale to Inhale's first-ever strategic planning process.
- Impact 100 Jersey Coast Network — Maggie LaRocca is a founding and Advisory Council member of this women’s grantmaking organization.
- Kate Spade's The Global Fund for Women's Mental Health Partner — Partnered in developing research on the impact of trauma-informed yoga on college students' mental health.
- Kate Spade’s The Global Fund for Women’s Mental Health Partner — Partner in developing research on the impact of trauma-informed yoga in college students.
- M.M.LaFleur Partner — Collaborates with M.M.LaFleur on a private shopping event where 10% of revenue is donated to Exhale to Inhale.
- Men Care Now (MCN) Partner — Wael Younan became a certified yoga teacher through this organization in 2020.
- NMIC Partner — Partner organization that hosts Exhale to Inhale’s trauma-informed yoga classes for clients and staff.
- New School for Social Research Partner — Research partner conducting surveys on the impact of Exhale to Inhale's trauma-informed yoga programs.
- Pace University Partner — Hosts Exhale to Inhale's trauma-informed yoga classes and educational workshops.
- Prospira Global Partner — Partner in developing research on the impact of trauma-informed yoga in college students.
- Prospira Global Partner — Partnered in conducting research on trauma-informed yoga's impact on student wellbeing.
- Queens College Partner — Hosts Exhale to Inhale's trauma-informed yoga classes and educational workshops.
- Rodrigo Souza Partner — Collaborates with adaptive and accessible yoga teacher Rodrigo Souza to host a community learning session on inclusive yoga for people with physical disabilities and trauma histories.
- Silberman School of Social Work at Hunter College Partner — Hosts Exhale to Inhale's trauma-informed yoga classes and educational workshops.
- St. John's University Partner — Hosts Exhale to Inhale's trauma-informed yoga classes and educational workshops.
- The City College of New York Partner — Hosts Exhale to Inhale's trauma-informed yoga classes and educational workshops.
- University of Mount Saint Vincent Partner — Hosts Exhale to Inhale's trauma-informed yoga classes and educational workshops.
- Yoga Alliance Network — Training is eligible for 16 hours of CEUs with Yoga Alliance.
- York College of the City University of New York Partner — Hosts Exhale to Inhale's trauma-informed yoga classes and educational workshops.
- crisis centers Partner — Provides trauma-informed yoga classes and resources directly to crisis centers supporting survivors
- nonprofits Partner — Provides trauma-informed yoga classes and resources directly to nonprofits serving survivors
- partner organizations Partner — Collaborates with partner organizations to deliver trauma-informed yoga services to survivors of domestic violence and their support staff.
- shelters Partner — Delivers trauma-informed yoga programming directly in shelters for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault
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.
- Body-Based Healing to Rebuild Safety and Agencymethodology: body-based_healingBy using breath, movement, and intentional choice within yoga practice, survivors safely regulate their nervous systems and reclaim bodily autonomy—because trauma often disconnects individuals from their bodies, and somatic reconnection is a foundational step toward healing and self-worth.
- Community-Engaged Leadership for Survivor Supportmethodology: community-engaged-leadershipBy engaging young professionals from diverse backgrounds in leadership roles, we infuse fresh energy and perspectives into survivor support systems—because inclusive, community-driven leadership strengthens program relevance, sustainability, and cultural responsiveness.
- Holistic Healing Through Interconnected Mind-Body-Spirit Frameworkmethodology: holistic_healingBy integrating Ayurvedic principles and honoring intersectionality, we support healing that addresses the whole person within their environment—because trauma impacts identity and well-being across multiple dimensions, and sustainable recovery requires more than symptom-level intervention.
- Trauma-Informed Yoga for Survivor Empowerment and Healingmethodology: trauma-informed_yogaBy offering trauma-informed yoga as a body-based practice centered on choice, safety, and nervous system regulation, we support survivors of domestic and sexual violence to reconnect with their bodies, reduce stress, and build resilience—because verbal processing is not always accessible, and somatic healing can restore agency in ways talk therapy cannot.
- Virtual and Barrier-Reduced Access Modelmethodology: virtual_accessibility_modelBy delivering trauma-informed yoga through virtual platforms and intentionally reducing cost, transportation, and safety barriers, we increase equitable access for vulnerable survivors—because physical and logistical constraints often prevent participation, and privacy-sensitive, location-independent options significantly expand reach and inclusion.