irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2019
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $115KLeadership training: developing Social Skills, Social Awareness and other Interpersonal Skills Development.
- #2 $9KFootball coaching: Sports Performance, Physical Preparation and Sports-Specific Coaching.
named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Academic Advisory & Test Preparation
Provides tutoring, study skills, and SAT/ISEE/TACHS prep with a focus on improving academic performance and test scores
College Access, Scholarships & Career Readiness
Guides students through college admissions, scholarship applications, and career exploration, including partnerships with RBC for internship opportunities
Community Wellness & Youth Outreach
Serves youth ages 5 through young adulthood with foundational fitness, movement literacy, and holistic family support in safe, inclusive environments
Elite V Showcase
Annual football showcase connecting top NYC student-athletes with NCAA and NFL veterans for exposure, coaching, and recruitment opportunities
Mentorship & Social-Emotional Development
Delivers consistent mentorship to build confidence, communication skills, emotional resilience, and positive decision-making in young people
Sports Performance, Skill Development & Healthy Habits
Offers speed, strength, movement training, and sport-specific coaching in football, basketball, lacrosse, and track, along with nutrition and recovery education
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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College Access and Success Support 2 activities
- Academic support and test preparation for student athletesProvides SAT, ISEE, and TACHS preparation courses, including 15-week group classes and personalized tutoring packages, resulting in average score increases of 150–200+ points. Offers individualized tutoring in core subjects and operates a Summer Bridge-Up Program integrating academics and athletics.
- College access and career readiness supportProvides comprehensive college admissions counseling, scholarship application assistance, and career readiness programming. Supports seniors to achieve 100% high school graduation and college acceptance rates, helping students earn over $7 million in scholarships. Hosted financial career days leading to internship offers and interviews.
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School Sports Booster Programs 1 activity
- Academic monitoring and advising systemsOperates a personalized academic portal that tracks grades, attendance, and NCAA Core Class compliance for student athletes, ensuring transparency and accountability for students and families.
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Student Career Readiness and Internship Placement 1 activity
- Job placement and professional networking supportFacilitates job placements and internship opportunities for student athletes through strategic partnerships with organizations like RBC Capital Markets, including targeted career days and networking events.
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Mentorship and Professional Development Programs 1 activity
- Mentorship and leadership development programsOffers structured mentorship focused on confidence, communication, emotional resilience, and decision-making. Includes a monthly mentorship partnership with RBC Capital Markets and engages NCAA/NFL veterans to deliver coaching and guidance. Provides leadership training in social awareness and interpersonal skills for student athletes and caregivers.
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Amateur Sports Competition Programming 1 activity
- National recruitment and showcase opportunitiesFacilitates nationwide recruitment for student athletes through an annual football showcase event, expanding visibility and opportunity beyond local networks.
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Coached Athletic Training Programs 1 activity
- Sports performance training for student athletesDelivers year-round speed, strength, and sport-specific skill development in football, basketball, and lacrosse, including sports nutrition and recovery instruction. Conducts initial Athlete Performance Assessments across domains such as explosiveness, strength, and mobility, followed by customized training plans in a high-energy environment.
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After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Youth outreach and community wellness programsOperates community-based programs for youth ages 5 through young adulthood, focusing on movement literacy, foundational fitness, and family support. Delivers daily school-based academic intervention, multi-sport instruction, and mentoring, serving over 150 student-athletes annually with more than 6,000 hours of programming each year.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$646K
Contributions & grants$348K54%
Program service revenue$297K46%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$675K
Program expenses81%
Admin / overhead12%
Fundraising7%
Salaries & benefits$425K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$102K
Cash$80K
Investments$0
Liabilities$480K
Net assets$-379K
Liquid reserves1.4 mo
4 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +73.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| GEORGE LANESE | PRESIDENT | 40 | $93K |
| ALEJANDRO COOMBS | SECRETARY | 40 | $93K |
board members · 11
- ALEXANDRE SWAYNE — DIRECTOR
- BILL GUINAN — DIRECTOR
- DENA MULLER — EXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBER
- JAMEL WRIGHT — DIRECTOR
- JAMES MALICK — EXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBER
- JOE LANESE — DIRECTOR
- JOHN QUINONES — DIRECTOR
- NANCY MURTHA — DIRECTOR
- REGINALD GREINER — DIRECTOR
- ROBERT MAZUR — DIRECTOR
- TANASE IORGOVEANU — DIRECTOR
relationships · 11
Who they work with
- About U Outreach Partner — Co-founded by George Lanese, who leads the SAT Prep Program and academic enrichment initiatives.
- Amber Charter Partner — Partnership to support student-athlete programming and development.
- Christ the King HS Partner — Partner school where About U Outreach delivers programming to student-athletes.
- Facebook Partner — Social media presence and outreach through Facebook platform
- Fordham Prep Partner — Partnership to support student-athlete programming and development.
- Harlem Jets Partner — Board member Robert Mazur serves as Director; Jamel Wright is Founder & President
- Instagram Partner — Social media presence and outreach through Instagram platform
- NYC school communities Partner — Collaborates with New York City school communities to expand access to programs.
- RBC Partner — Hosted the organization's first financial career day and supported the launch of a monthly mentorship program.
- RBC Capital Markets Partner — Partnered to establish a monthly mentorship program and host a financial career day for student athletes.
- Twitter Partner — Social media presence and outreach through Twitter platform
strategies · 2
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.
- Need-Blind Access as Equity Strategymethodology: equity_through_accessBy removing financial barriers to academic and athletic programming, we increase equitable participation and long-term outcomes because access without economic gatekeeping enables under-resourced students to engage fully in transformative development opportunities.
- Sport-for-Development with Holistic Student-Athlete Growthmethodology: sport_for_developmentBy using sports as an entry point and integrating leadership, academic support, and personal development, we foster holistic youth development because athletic engagement builds discipline, agency, and resilience that transfer to academic and life success.