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RISEBORO COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP INC
BROOKLYN, NY · EIN 112453853 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE P810 · Human Services · Very Large (>$50M) · riseboro.org
revenue
$80.7M
expenses
$71.7M
net assets
$58.4M
employees
845
volunteers
534
program ratio
72%
mission · from form 990

RCP'S MISSION IS TO SERVICE THE NEEDS OF THE RESIDENTS IN THE COMMUNITY. SEE SCH OAND CONTAINS A COMMITMENT TO ELIMINATE OR REDUCE POVERTY IN BROOKLYN & QUEENS BY ENGAGING IN PLANNING, CREATING, COORDINATING, INITIATING, EVALUATING AND SUPERVISING COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAMS.

profile · synthesized from sources

RiseBoro Community Partnership is a Brooklyn-based nonprofit serving low-income residents in Brooklyn and Queens with a focus on poverty reduction. The organization provides integrated services including homelessness prevention, affordable housing, legal aid, workforce development, food and nutrition, and senior support programs. Its holistic approach combines direct service with community development initiatives across multiple neighborhoods.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024

What they reported doing

  1. #1 primary $11.96M
    RB EMPOWERMENT: RB EMPOWERMENT PROVIDES RESIDENTS WHO FACE LONG-STANDING CHALLENGES OF HOMELESSNESS AND UNEMPLOYMENT WITH THE RESOURCES THEY NEED TO THRIVE. FACED WITH THE LONG-STANDING CHALLENGES OF HOMELESSNESS AND UNEMPLOYMENT IN OUR COMMUNITY, RISEBORO EMPOWERMENT WAS ESTABLISHED TO PROVIDE RESIDENTS WITH THE RESOURCES THEY NEED TO THRIVE. TODAY, OUR PROGRAMS ENCOMPASS A WIDE RANGE OF SERVICES, INCLUDING: HOMELESSNESS PREVENTION THROUGH TWO OUTSTANDING HOMEBASE CENTERS, LEGAL SERVICES TO SUPPORT HOUSING STABILITY, FOOD AND NUTRITION PROGRAMS TO ADDRESS IMMEDIATE FOOD INSECURITIES, WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT/ECONOMIC PROGRAMS WHICH INCLUDES FINANCIAL COACHING/JOB PLACEMENT AND RE-HOUSING FROM SHELTER. (CONTINUED IN SCHEDULE O)LAST YEAR WE LAUNCHED OUR HOME 4 GOOD PROGRAMS WHICH WORKS DIRECTLY WITH LANDLORDS THAT WOULD LIKE TO INVEST IN MAINTAINING TENANTS HOUSED WHILE RECOUPING ARREARS. THESE PROGRAMS ARE DESIGNED TO PROVIDE A HOLISTIC APPROACH TO HOMELESSNESS PREVENTION, FOCUSING ON STABILIZING AND MAINTAINING HOUSING FOR COMMUNITY MEMBERS. OUR INNOVATIVE EFFORTS EMPOWER INDIVIDUALS THROUGH TENANTS' RIGHTS EDUCATION, FINANCIAL LITERACY, AND SUPPORT SELF-SUFFICIENCY. OUR DEDICATED STAFF AND AN INCLUSIVE, PERSON-CENTERED APPROACH, EQUIP EVERY INDIVIDUAL TO BECOME AN AGENT OF CHANGE IN THEIR OWN LIVES AND IN THE BROADER COMMUNITY.KEY ACCOMPLISHMENT: HOMEBASE SERVICED 1,790 FAMILIES TO AVOID EVICTION AND RECEIVE AFTERCARE SERVICES AND RELOCATED OVER 1,000 INDIVIDUALS. LEGAL SERVICES PROVIDED EVICTION PREVENTION TO OVER 800 HOUSEHOLDS REFERRED THROUGH HOUSING COURT. BENEFITS NAVIGATION PROGRAM ASSISTED OVER 2,000 HOUSEHOLDS WITH ACCESS TO SNAP, MEDICAID, CASH ASSISTANCE AND CHILDCARE BENEFITS; OUR FOOD SERVICED OVER 400 COMMUNITY MEMBERS AND THE FOOD PANTRY SERVICED OVER 4,000 INDIVIDUALS.
  2. #2 $10.44M
    RB EDUCATION: RB EDUCATION OFFERS YOUTH AND ADULTS IN NORTH BROOKLYN MORE THAN A PLACE TO GO. FOR MORE THAN FOUR DECADES, OUR EDUCATION & YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS HAVE TAKEN A HOLISTIC APPROACH THAT PROVIDES YOUTH AND ADULTS WITH THE SPACE, SKILLS AND SUPPORT THEY NEED TO SUCCEED, NO MATTER WHAT THEIR OBSTACLES ARE. WE BELIEVE THAT THE INDIVIDUALS WE WORK WITH EVERY DAY ARE THE KEY TO BUILDING THRIVING COMMUNITIES FOR THIS GENERATION AND THE NEXT.KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS: 6,850 YOUTH AND YOUNG PEOPLE SERVED1,356 YOUTH ENROLLED IN WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMMING40 ADULT EDUCATION STUDENTS RECEIVED THEIR GED DIPLOMA
named programs · 9 · from sources

What they call their work

Adult Basic Education
Offers adult education classes including ESL, reading, writing, math, and High School Equivalency exam preparation
Case Management
Provides in-home assessments and coordination of services for homebound seniors including benefits access, home care, and social support
Friendly Visits
Volunteer program that provides weekly companionship visits to socially isolated older adults to reduce loneliness
Home Delivered Meals
Provides nutritious hot and frozen meals to homebound seniors, combining nutrition support with wellness checks and social connection
HomeBase Homelessness Prevention
Provides eviction prevention, legal services, and aftercare support to help families avoid homelessness; served 1,790 families in a recent year
Housing Development
Develops and manages 3,123 affordable housing units across 147 buildings, providing homes for over 6,000 New Yorkers
Legal Services - LEAP
Offers legal representation to low-income tenants in housing court to prevent evictions and preserve affordable housing units
Level Up Economic Empowerment
Workforce development program offering job training, placement, and financial coaching to support economic mobility
RB Seniors
Comprehensive senior services including nine senior centers, social activities, health promotion, and caregiver support across Brooklyn
activities · 14 groups

What they do

  • High School Equivalency Preparation 1 activity
    • Deliver adult education and literacy programs
      Offers High School Equivalency (HSE) preparation, Adult Basic Education (ABE), and English as a Second Language (ESL) classes in English and Spanish, covering subjects such as math, reading, writing, science, and social studies. Supports students 21 and under in daytime classes and those 21+ in night classes, with certified instructors and literacy workshops; helped 40 adult learners earn their GED diploma.
  • Home-Delivered Meals for Seniors and Homebound 1 activity
    • Deliver meals and nutrition services to homebound seniors
      Prepares and delivers 1,500 hot nutritious meals daily from Borinquen Plaza Senior Center and provides weekly bags of fresh produce through food pantries. Delivered 699,005 meals to 2,600 frail, homebound seniors annually and integrates meal delivery with wellness checks and case management to support health and independence for 2,200 clients across multiple Brooklyn neighborhoods.
  • Affordable Housing Development and Management 1 activity
    • Develop and manage affordable housing units
      Manages 147 buildings and 3,123 affordable housing units across New York City, housing over 6,000 residents. Transformed the vacant JFK Hilton hotel into a 318-unit affordable housing development called Baisley Pond Park Residences and completed renovations of senior buildings and distressed properties through programs like Neighborhood Redevelopment, TIL II, and Third Party Transfer.
  • Program Evaluation and Impact Research 1 activity
    • Evaluate program outcomes and scalability
      Conducts rigorous evaluations of the Home 4 Good homelessness prevention program to assess cost-benefit, scalability, and impact on tenants, landlords, and stakeholders, supporting evidence-based improvements and expansion.
  • Friendly Visiting & Social Companionship Programs 1 activity
    • Facilitate volunteer-based companionship for isolated seniors
      Connects socially isolated older adults with "Friendly Visitor" volunteers who provide weekly one-hour home visits and engage in shared activities such as storytelling, games, music, and art to promote emotional well-being and reduce isolation.
  • Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
    • Host community events and drives
      Organizes annual community events including the Toy Drive at Maria Hernandez Park, ¡CalabazaFest! celebrating Día de los Muertos and Halloween, and the Prom Drive collecting and distributing dresses, suits, and accessories to graduating students in Brooklyn.
  • Emergency Rental Assistance and Eviction Prevention 1 activity
    • Offer homelessness prevention and rapid re-housing services
      Operates four homelessness prevention sites across eight Brooklyn zip codes, providing outreach, assessment, case management, financial coaching, and legal support to households at risk of eviction. Delivered rapid re-housing assistance to families and individuals transitioning from shelter, enrolled 112 tenants in a pilot program that resolved over $1 million in rental arrears, and supported 1,790 families through HomeBase centers.
  • Senior Congregate Centers 1 activity
    • Operate community centers and senior programming
      Operates a 30,000 sq ft youth center and the first Innovative Senior Center in Brooklyn, offering skill-building, recreational, and cultural activities for youth, families, and older adults. Engaged 5,489 unduplicated older adults in virtual programming and facilitates intergenerational connections and socialization opportunities.
  • Local Food Market Operation 1 activity
    • Operate community food access programs
      Runs a food pantry at 518 Bushwick Avenue distributing weekly fresh produce and operates three farmers markets in Bushwick (Maria Hernandez Park, Hope Ballfield, Irving Square Park). Produces over 1,000 pounds of fruits, vegetables, and flowers annually at the Bushwick Grows Community Farm for local distribution.
  • Youth Workforce Readiness Programs 1 activity
    • Operate youth development and mentoring programs
      Provides mentoring and youth development services to youth and young adults aged 16–24 in Brownsville, supporting education, employment, health, family engagement, and civic participation. Served 6,850 youth through education and youth development programs and enrolled 1,356 in workforce development initiatives.
  • Senior Independence Support Services 1 activity
    • Provide case management and supportive services for seniors
      Offers comprehensive case management for homebound seniors aged 60+, including in-home assessments, referrals for home care and benefits, care planning, and coordination with Medicaid and home-delivered meal programs. Services are provided by trained case managers, many bilingual, across Brooklyn Community Districts 1, 3, and 4, delivering over 20,000 hours of service to 950 clients.
  • Tenant Legal Advocacy & Support Services 1 activity
    • Provide tenant support and legal services to prevent evictions
      Provides legal representation and case management to low-income tenants in Brooklyn to prevent evictions, including in-court and out-of-court mediation, SCRIE/DRIE application assistance, and rights education. Preserves affordable housing by preventing displacement and supporting tenants through housing court; served over 800 households via legal referrals and prevented evictions for thousands more.
  • Continuing Care Retirement Communities 1 activity
    • Run assisted living and homecare services for seniors
      Operates an assisted living program with 26 independent living apartments and provides homecare services with specialized skills in dialysis, dementia, and Alzheimer’s care. Offers daily meals, personal care, medication support, housekeeping, nursing, therapy, emergency systems, and full-time security for residents.
  • Small Business Technical Assistance 1 activity
    • Support small businesses and worker cooperatives
      Strengthens small businesses in Bushwick through the Neighborhood 360 grant partnership with NYC Small Business Services and launched the Worker Cooperative Academy, which graduated three worker-owned cooperatives—Beautifully Fed Food, QTIE Herb Farm, and Sisters 3 Tea—providing capacity-building support for cooperative business development.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$80.73M
Contributions & grants$54.80M68%
Program service revenue$15.73M19%
Investment income$1.96M2%
Other revenue$8.25M
expenses
Total expenses$71.71M
Program expenses72%
Admin / overhead28%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$43.27M
Grants paid out$1.21M
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$151.75M
Cash$3.45M
Investments$2.71M
Liabilities$93.37M
Net assets$58.39M
Liquid reserves1.0 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -1.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 21
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
SCOTT SHORT FORMER CEO 0 $641K
KIERAN HARRINGTON CEO/CRO 35 $363K
EMILY KURTZ CHIEF HOUSING & DEVELOPMENT OFFICER 1 $317K
EGONDU M ONUOHA PRESIDENT & DIRECTOR TO 10/1/24 40 $317K
GRAIKELIS MORALES COO TO 8/1/24 40 $308K
MARIA DEMATOS CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER 35 $255K
MARIA VIERA CHIEF PROGRAM OFFICER 40 $248K
MARIE ELENA ZULLO VP OF EDUCATION 40 $240K
RITHA PIERRE GENERAL COUNSEL 35 $237K
JOSCELYN TRUITT VP OF EMPOWERMENT 40 $222K
PAMELA VEGA WATLER INTERIM VICE PRESIDENT, SENIORS 40 $215K
KENT ARTHUR DIR. OF LEGAL EMPOWERMENT 40 $198K
SRUJAN GOUD POSHALA IT DIRECTOR 35 $191K
JOSE MIGUEL ALBINO VP, SENIORS 40 $188K
KRISTINE MONTANEZ VP, HOUSING SUPPORTIVE SERVICES 40 $186K
TYESE BROWN DIRECTOR OF CLINICAL SERVICES 40 $186K
FRANCESCA BOWEN DIRECTOR OF AUDIT 40 $184K
FATIMA MOORE DIRECTOR OF PROPERTY MANAGEMENT 40 $178K
DWAIN MARS DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTING 40 $171K
CICELY R HARRIS CHIEF PEOPLE OFFICER/LEGAL COUNSEL 35 $158K
VISHAL SHYAM CHAWLA FORMER CFO 0 $126K
board members · 4
  • ANDREA TAN — DIRECTOR
  • ANGELA M BATTAGLIA — DIRECTOR
  • DANIEL MINERVA — DIRECTOR
  • FRANK RUSSO — DIRECTOR
relationships · 36

Who they work with

  • Apna Brooklyn Community Center Partner — Co-hosted an Adult Literacy Workshop with RiseBoro.
  • Brooklyn 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 10 and 11 Partner — Community districts in Brooklyn served by the Friendly Visiting Program.
  • Brooklyn Movement Center Partner — Partnered on the Central Brooklyn Food Democracy Project to advance food sovereignty and cooperative self-determination in Central Brooklyn.
  • City Meals on Wheels Funder — Funder of the Home Delivered Meals program
  • City of New York Small Business Services Partner — Partnership to support Bushwick’s small businesses through the Neighborhood 360 grant.
  • Citymeals-on-Wheels Government — Provides home-delivered weekend meals under contract with RiseBoro.
  • Coney Island Associates 1 Moderate LLC Partner — Landlord partner in the Home 4 Good – Rehousing program, referring tenants for stabilization services.
  • Coney Island Associates Phase 2 LLC Partner — Landlord partner in the Home 4 Good – Rehousing program, referring tenants for stabilization services.
  • DFTA Government — Provides funding for Home Care and Housekeeping Services accessed by RiseBoro clients.
  • Department of Housing Preservation and Development Government — LEAP represents tenants in HPD hearings related to housing conditions and code violations.
  • Department of Youth and Community Development Government — Funds the High School Equivalency (HSE) classes program.
  • Division of Housing and Community Renewal Government — LEAP represents tenants in DHCR hearings and files complaints for rent reductions and overcharge issues.
  • Enterprise Community Partners Partner — Co-designed and expanded the Home 4 Good eviction prevention program.
  • Gotham Point Apartments Partner — Landlord partner in the Home 4 Good – Rehousing program, referring newly housed tenants for support services.
  • Government Agencies Government — Collaborates with government agencies in affordable housing development and preservation projects.
  • HUD Government — Operates within a HUD Section 202 senior citizen building.
  • Healthy Hearts Food Service Partner — Caterer for Standard Regular, Latin style, Caribbean style, and Halal style meals
  • Heights and Hills Partner — Collaborates with RiseBoro to integrate case management services with meal delivery
  • Home Health Aides (HHAs) Coalition — Certified and trained home health aides form a coalition that delivers RiseBoro's homecare services.
  • L+M Development Partners Partner — Partnered in designing and piloting the Home 4 Good program; initial implementation served tenants of L+M.
  • L+M Development Partners Partner — Supports the Saratoga Grows! Senior Garden Program at Saratoga Village Houses.
  • Maria Hernandez Park Partner — Hosts RiseBoro events including the Toy Drive and ¡CalabazaFest! at the park location in Bushwick, Brooklyn.
  • Mauzone Kosher Products Partner — Caterer for Glatt Kosher meals
  • Maycomb Capital Funder — Provided up-front financing for the Home 4 Good program using an outcomes-based financing model.
  • NYC Commission on Human Rights Government — LEAP represents tenants in proceedings before the NYC Commission on Human Rights.
  • NYC Department for the Aging Government — Designated RiseBoro as the first Innovative Senior Center in Brooklyn.
  • NYC Department of the Aging Government — Main funder providing weekday and holiday meals for the Home Delivered Meals program
  • NYC Housing Authority Government — LEAP represents NYCHA tenants in grievance proceedings and termination of tenancy cases.
  • New York State Government — Collaborated with RiseBoro on the development of Baisley Pond Park Residences, a supportive housing project.
  • Polish Slavic Center in Greenpoint Partner — Partners to provide ethnically appropriate meals for seniors in Community District #1.
+ 6 more
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.

  • Community-Controlled Food Systems
    methodology: community-led food systems
    By building community-controlled food infrastructure—such as urban farms, farmers markets, and cooperatives—the organization empowers residents to shape their food access, because local ownership fosters equity, trust, and sustainable engagement.
  • Community-Led Governance and Organizing
    methodology: community-led governance
    By integrating community organizing and advisory committees into program design and property interventions, the organization ensures responsiveness to lived experience, because involving residents in decision-making strengthens legitimacy and effectiveness of services.
  • Strength-Based, Relational Service Delivery
    methodology: strength-based assessment
    By using strength-based assessments and intentional volunteer-client matching, the organization fosters dignity, independence, and mutual relationships that enhance engagement, because recognizing individual assets builds trust and improves service adherence.
  • Supportive Housing with Wraparound Services
    methodology: supportive_housing
    By providing wraparound supportive services within an independent living setting, the organization promotes sustained resident autonomy and long-term housing stability, because integrated support reduces barriers to self-sufficiency.
  • Upstream, Outcomes-Based Homelessness Prevention
    methodology: upstream_eviction_prevention
    By intervening early in rental arrears through landlord referrals and tying payment to achieved stability outcomes, the organization prevents evictions and promotes housing retention, because reducing financial risk for landlords increases participation and enables timely support.