irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $516K(COAR) Center Of Artistic Refinement - A pre-professional training program to expose students to the demands and requirements associated with careers in the arts. The program encourages students in underserved communities to consider careers as Professional Dancers or leaders in the field of arts education.
- #2 $378KSONYC (Schools Out NYC) - serves as a pathway to success for youth in 6th, 7th and 8th grades. Structured like clubs, the model offers young people a choice in how they spend their time; provides rigorous instruction in sports and arts; and requires youth leadership through service. The City itself becomes a classroom through trips and opportunities for instruction beyond a traditional learning setting. Programs are offerred three hours each day, five days per week.
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Afterschool (Pe|AS)
Free, arts-based afterschool program for elementary and middle school students, combining creative arts, homework support, STEM activities, and wellness from 3 PM to 6 PM, Monday through Friday.
Arts Education (Pe|AE)
In-school residencies and workshops in graffiti art, hip hop, West African drumming, music production, and other art forms for students in East Brooklyn communities.
Performances at Premier Venues
Opportunities for students to perform at professional venues such as Kumble Theater, City Tech Theater, and Kings Theatre.
Summer Intensive
Three-week immersive dance program designed to accelerate technical skills and artistic growth.
The School (Pe|TS)
Flagship conservatory-style program offering pre-professional training in ballet, modern, jazz, contemporary dance, theater, and performance studies for students in underserved communities.
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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Ballet and Dance Education Programs 2 activities
- Free dance workshops for middle school studentsHosts free sampler and introductory dance workshops for middle school students ages 10–13 to expose them to pre-professional dance training and support early engagement in the arts.
- Pre-professional dance training programProvides comprehensive pre-professional dance training in ballet, modern, West African, hip hop, tap, and choreography to students from underserved communities, with individualized coaching, mentorship, and performance opportunities in professional venues. Places students in homeroom groups based on age and ability to support artistic development and career preparation in the arts.
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After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Afterschool academic and arts programmingProvides free, arts-based afterschool programming from 3 PM to 6 PM, Monday through Friday, including rigorous arts instruction, homework support, tutoring, and snacks, designed to support youth development and meet the needs of working families.
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Cultural Facility Development and Management 1 activity
- Anchor tenant at Brownsville Arts Center & ApartmentsActs as lead tenant in the Brownsville Arts Center & Apartments, anchoring a state-of-the-art facility that combines affordable housing, a professional theater, offices, and event spaces to support community and artistic development.
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Arts Education Professional Development 1 activity
- Arts-integrated professional development for educatorsOffers professional development to classroom teachers to help them integrate arts into their instruction, building educator capacity to deliver arts-enriched curricula.
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College Access and Success Support 1 activity
- Post-secondary and professional pathway supportSupports students in gaining admission to and graduating from prestigious arts and higher education institutions such as LaGuardia High School, Frank Sinatra School of the Arts, Howard University, UArts, and AMDA, and prepares them for careers in dance, education, and other fields, including performance with professional companies like Philadanco Dance Company and Dance Iquail.
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Youth Theater Arts Education 1 activity
- School and community arts residenciesDelivers professional artists and arts experiences to schools and community centers through in-school residencies and workshops, partnering with schools to integrate arts instruction into educational settings.
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Original Dance Performance Production 1 activity
- Senior Dance Company performancesOperates Purelements' Senior Dance Company, a professional ensemble of 10–15 dancers that performs original and selected works nationally and internationally.
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Comprehensive K–12 Arts Education 1 activity
- Summer intensive and introductory arts programsOffers a three-week summer intensive program and a Summer Arts Camp that provide accelerated artistic growth and technical skill development in dance, music, and theater within a semi-conservatory setting for youth.
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Dance Performance and Community Engagement 1 activity
- Youth dance performances and public presentationsProduces mid-year and end-of-year dance performances and presents student work at public, private, political, and religious events, as well as at professional venues including Kumble Theater, City Tech Theater, and Kings Theatre.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.59M
Contributions & grants$1.59M100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$1.84M
Program expenses75%
Admin / overhead24%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$1.30M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.69M
Cash$1.38M
Investments$0
Liabilities$1.84M
Net assets$-150K
Liquid reserves9.0 mo
7 years on record · 2018–2024 · YoY revenue -17.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| KEVIN JOSEPH | CO-EXEUTIVE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $90K |
| LAKAI WORRELL | CO-EXEUTIVE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $39K |
board members · 2
- ANGELLA GFATOU GITTENS — VICE PRESIDENT
- CATHERINE GREEN — CHAIRPERSON
relationships · 14
Who they work with
- BRICK Partner — Co-tenant and partner organization at the Brownsville Arts Center and Apartments (BACA).
- BRICK Partner — Co-tenant in the Brownsville Arts Center & Apartments (BACA) facility.
- Brooklyn Arts Council Partner — Co-tenant in the Brownsville Arts Center & Apartments (BACA) facility.
- Brooklyn Music School Partner — Co-tenant and partner organization at the Brownsville Arts Center and Apartments (BACA).
- Brooklyn Music School Partner — Co-tenant in the Brownsville Arts Center & Apartments (BACA) facility.
- Brownsville Arts Center & Apartments Partner — Lead tenant partnership in a mixed-use development combining affordable housing and arts programming.
- Brownsville Arts Council Partner — Co-tenant and partner organization at the Brownsville Arts Center and Apartments (BACA).
- Dance Iquail Partner — Professional dance company with which students have performed
- Dance Iquail Partner — Professional dance company with which students have performed.
- Kevin A. Joseph Partner — Co-Executive Artistic Director of Purelements' Senior Dance Company
- Lakai Worrell Partner — Co-Executive Artistic Director of Purelements' Senior Dance Company
- Philadanco Dance Company Partner — Professional dance company with which students have performed
- Philadanco Dance Company Partner — Professional dance company with which students have performed.
- schools Partner — Partners with schools to integrate arts education into the curriculum through in-school residencies and workshops.
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 Affirming Creative Developmentmethodology: culturally_affirming_educationBy embedding arts education in schools and community spaces through culturally relevant curricula and identity-affirming practices, we foster student confidence and belonging, because when students see themselves reflected in the art and environment, they are more likely to develop technical skills and claim artistic identity.
- Integrated Cultural Community Developmentmethodology: community_cultural_integrationBy combining affordable housing, cultural infrastructure, and community-centered arts facilities, we foster local transformation, because integrating living space with artistic opportunity strengthens cultural pride, creativity, and equitable access to the arts at a neighborhood level.
- Pre-Professional Training Pipelinemethodology: pre_professional_pipelineBy providing conservatory-style, pre-professional dance training combined with mentorship and performance opportunities, we prepare students from underserved communities for careers in dance or arts leadership, because structured exposure to professional pathways increases the likelihood of sustained engagement and career entry.
- Student-Centered Arts Engagementmethodology: student_centered_modelBy offering diverse art forms and choice-based participation in club-style programming, we validate student voice and autonomy, because enabling youth to select their mode of creative expression increases engagement, belonging, and personal investment in growth.