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UNITED COMMUNITY CENTER OF WESTCHESTER INC
NEW ROCHELLE, NY · EIN 841715929 · Form 990 · FY2023 · NTEE W19 · Public & Societal Benefit · Small ($100K-$1M) · uccenter.org
revenue
$580K
expenses
$481K
net assets
$-315K
employees
0
program ratio
82%
mission · from form 990

TO ASSIST LOW INCOME INDIVIDUAL/FAMILIES IN THE COMMUNITY TO NAVIGATE THE SOCIAL SERVICE SYSTEMS AND OBTAIN RESOURCES DURING HARDSHIP SITUATIONS

profile · synthesized from sources

United Community Center of Westchester Inc. (UCCW) is a nonprofit organization based in New Rochelle, NY, that supports low-income individuals and families, with a focus on survivors of domestic violence, immigrants, and at-risk populations. The organization provides crisis intervention, case management, legal and immigration assistance, emotional support, and access to essential resources such as food, shelter, and healthcare. UCCW also offers educational programs, workforce training, and community outreach to promote long-term stability and empowerment.

named programs · 10 · from sources

What they call their work

Basic Computer Training
Training program to build digital literacy and prepare participants for careers in computer support and IT
Between Friends Support Group
Monthly support group for domestic violence survivors offering emotional healing, art therapy, yoga, peer support via WhatsApp, and access to legal, housing, and employment resources
Community Education and Prevention
Workshops on domestic violence prevention, healthy relationships, and bystander intervention held in schools, churches, and community centers
Crisis Intervention and Case Management
Bilingual case workers provide safety planning, emergency resource access, transportation to shelters and DSS, and referrals to legal and social services
ESOL English Classes for Adults
English language instruction for adult immigrants to improve communication, integration, and employment opportunities
Home Health Aide Training
Program to train individuals to become Certified Home Health Aides, supporting elderly and disabled individuals in their homes
Legal and Immigration Assistance
Free legal consultations and help with Orders of Protection, VAWA, U Visas, T Visas, and other immigration applications through partnerships with attorneys and WCOFW
Summer of Hope Camp
Summer program providing safe, nurturing childcare for children of domestic violence survivors while parents attend therapy or job training
Worker’s Resource Center
Provides training, wage theft prevention, labor rights education, and safety programs like OSHA-30 for construction workers
Yoga Classes for Seniors
Tailored yoga sessions promoting physical, mental, and emotional well-being for older adults
activities · 12 groups

What they do

  • ESL and Citizenship Instruction 1 activity
    • Adult English as a Second Language (ESL) instruction
      Provides foundational and advanced adult ESL instruction using technology-supported learning methods to support societal integration, employment readiness, and personal development for immigrant families.
  • Public Benefits Navigation and Enrollment 1 activity
    • Case management and resource navigation for low-income individuals
      Conducts individualized case assessments to determine eligible resources and services, connecting clients with medical care, education, food, shelter, emergency assistance, and public benefits such as SNAP and Temporary Assistance. Assists low-income individuals and families in navigating social service systems during hardship.
  • Domestic and Sexual Violence Prevention Education 1 activity
    • Community education and advocacy on domestic violence prevention
      Leads community workshops on domestic violence prevention, healthy relationships, and bystander intervention in schools, churches, and community spaces to promote awareness and systemic change.
  • 24/7 Crisis and Warmline Support Services 1 activity
    • Domestic violence support services
      Provides comprehensive support to survivors of domestic violence including individualized case management, crisis intervention, safety planning, bilingual support, transportation to shelters and agencies, and access to emergency services through a 24-hour emergency phone line available six days per week.
  • Diaper and Baby Supply Distribution 1 activity
    • Emergency material and financial assistance for vulnerable populations
      Distributes food, clothing, diapers, baby formula, women’s essentials, furniture, new twin beds, and emergency cash assistance to individuals and families in need, including survivors of domestic violence and homeless populations, through partnerships with community organizations and private donors.
  • Creative Arts Therapy Programs 1 activity
    • Empowerment and healing programs for domestic violence survivors
      Offers empowerment workshops focused on emotional healing, self-esteem, financial literacy, and employment readiness, along with yoga with healing sounds and creative art therapy through drawing and painting in partnership with ArtsWestchester.
  • Worker Rights Advocacy & Wage Protection 1 activity
    • Labor rights support and wage theft prevention
      Provides information, training, and support to workers focused on combating wage theft and improving labor competencies, promoting fair workplace practices and economic justice.
  • Immigration Legal Services 1 activity
    • Legal assistance and advocacy for immigrants
      Provides free consultations with immigration attorneys, representation in complex cases, and assistance with U and T visas, VAWA self-petitions, DALE applications, and other immigration benefits; charges minimal fees for some form completions with fee waivers available for those in financial hardship.
  • Union-Affiliated Trade Apprenticeship & Training 1 activity
    • Occupational safety training for workers
      Provides OSHA-30 hour safety training for construction and general industry workers and supervisors, covering hazard identification, workers' rights, and employer responsibilities, culminating in the issuance of an official OSHA 30 card.
  • Community Wellness Movement Classes 1 activity
    • Senior wellness programming
      Provides yoga classes for seniors focused on anatomy, alignment, and safe application of asanas adapted to varying physical abilities to support health and well-being among elderly populations.
  • Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
    • Summer camp program for children of domestic violence survivors
      Operates the “Summer of Hope Camp” to provide a safe, nurturing environment for children of survivors while their parents participate in therapy, job training, or counseling for up to 10 hours per week.
  • Healthcare Workforce Training & Career Pathways 1 activity
    • Workforce development and job training programs
      Offers Home Health Aide certification training, basic computer literacy courses leading to industry certifications, and job search and skills development programs to prepare participants for employment in fields such as home healthcare and IT support.
financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$580K
Contributions & grants$334K57%
Program service revenue$87K15%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$160K
expenses
Total expenses$481K
Program expenses82%
Admin / overhead16%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$182K
Cash$178K
Investments$0
Liabilities$497K
Net assets$-315K
Liquid reserves4.4 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2023 · YoY revenue +83.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023

Who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
JACKELINE AGUDELO EXECUTIVE DI 40 $48K
board members · 8
  • BEN MCKNIGHT — PRESIDENT
  • EYDIE ORTIZ — DIRECTOR
  • HEROLD ABELLARD — DIRECTOR
  • LINA ALBOLEDA — SECRETARY
  • MARTIN SILVA — TREASURER
  • PATRICIA NEIRA — DIRECTOR
  • SANDRA LATORRE — DIRECTOR
  • YADEINY BURGOS — DIRECTOR
relationships · 24

Who they work with

  • 914Cares Partner — Provides clothing, furniture, and essential items to survivors and their children in collaboration with UCCW.
  • ArtsWestchester Partner — Partners with UCCW to offer creative art therapy workshops through drawing and painting for survivors of domestic violence.
  • Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook to share event schedules and updates with the community.
  • Feeding Westchester Partner — Partners with UCCW to provide food and nutritional essentials to survivors of domestic violence and their families.
  • Furniture Sharehouse Partner — Supplies furniture and new twin beds to survivors and their children through partnership with UCCW.
  • Jackeline Agudelo Government — Founder and social worker who established the organization
  • U.S. Department of Labor Government — Issues official OSHA 30 cards upon completion of the organization's OSHA-30 hour training program.
  • Westchester County Office for Women (WCOFW) Partner — Collaborates with UCCW to provide legal advocacy, social work support at Family Court, and trauma-informed assistance for survivors of domestic violence.
  • Westchester Department of Health Government — Jackie previously worked as a consultant for the Westchester Department of Health, facilitating enrollment in health insurance programs.
  • churches Partner — Refers clients to UCCW for social services and support.
  • city courts Partner — Refers clients to UCCW for social services and support.
  • community organizations Partner — Works with other community organizations to expand service offerings
  • county offices Partner — Partners with county offices to connect clients with public services
  • domestic violence centers Partner — Refers clients to UCCW for social services and support.
  • government agencies Government — Works with government agencies to secure assistance for clients
  • hospitals Partner — Collaborates with hospitals to support client health needs
  • hotlines Partner — Refers clients to UCCW for social services and support.
  • housing agencies Partner — Refers clients to UCCW for social services and support.
  • housing authorities Partner — Partners with housing authorities to provide safe shelter options
  • law enforcement Partner — Collaborates with law enforcement agencies as part of client support services
  • law enforcement Partner — Refers clients to UCCW for social services and support.
  • medical centers/hospitals Partner — Refers clients to UCCW for social services and support.
  • other organizations Partner — Collaborates to share experiences and resources in support of workers demanding fair wages.
  • schools Partner — Refers clients to UCCW for social services and support.
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.

  • Culturally Specific, Trauma-Informed Care
    methodology: culturally_specific_trauma_informed_care
    By delivering multilingual, culturally sensitive, and trauma-informed services tailored to immigrant and Latino survivors of domestic violence, the organization increases engagement and healing outcomes because trust is built through cultural safety and linguistic accessibility.
  • Direct Service Combined with Advocacy
    methodology: direct_service_and_advocacy
    By combining direct service delivery with policy advocacy, the organization advances systemic change and individual protection because immediate support builds trust and lived experience informs effective reform.
  • Integrated Support Services Model
    methodology: integrated_support_services
    By addressing multiple dimensions of vulnerability—such as legal status, healthcare, education, food security, and emergency aid—through coordinated interventions, the organization produces more sustainable client outcomes because interconnected needs require holistic solutions.
  • Labor Market-Aligned Workforce Training
    methodology: labor-market-aligned training
    By aligning workforce training programs with labor market projections, the organization prepares adults for high-demand roles because employment success depends on alignment between skills taught and actual job opportunities.