named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
College and Career Counseling
Provides SAT/ACT prep and college application support using the Winward Academy platform to prepare older student-athletes for higher education
Focus Session
Program designed to build executive functioning skills, goal-setting, and independent learning behaviors among student-athletes
Homework Help
Supervised homework assistance program that fosters time management, self-advocacy, and academic responsibility in a supportive environment
Learning Resource Classroom (LRC)
Provides diagnostic academic assessments, personalized learning plans using Exact Path, tutoring, homework help, and college counseling to support student-athletes' academic success
Social Accountability in Action
Virtual coworking sessions for 9th–12th graders that provide peer accountability and structured study time through online video sessions
Social and Emotional Learning and Resilience
Offers mindfulness practices, meditation, counseling, and workshops on stress reduction, resilience, and mental wellness led by a resident social worker
Tennis Program
Structured tennis instruction for ages 5–18 across multiple levels: Grassroots I & II, Futures, Intermediate, High Performance I & II, and Tournament Team, emphasizing skill development and competitive play
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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College Access and Success Support 1 activity
- Academic support and college access programmingOffers comprehensive educational services including diagnostic assessments (e.g., Exact Path), individualized learning plans, private tutoring, homework help, virtual coworking sessions, and access to college preparation platforms like Winward Academy. The program maintains a minimum 2.0 GPA requirement and supports students to achieve an average GPA of 3.1, with 97% of graduates enrolling in college and 65% receiving financial aid or scholarships.
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Charity Event Organization 1 activity
- Community engagement and outreach eventsOrganizes community events such as Juneteenth walks and marathon participation to raise funds and awareness, engaging students and families in activities that support youth development, leadership, and program sustainability.
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Spiritual Development & Meditation Programs 1 activity
- Wellness and mental health programmingDelivers holistic wellness supports including stress-reduction and mindfulness practices such as meditation and cognitive awareness workshops, one-on-one counseling with a resident social worker, financial literacy education, and nutrition guidance for youth and parents. Programming emphasizes emotional resilience, mental well-being, and healthy lifestyles.
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Youth and Community Tennis Instruction 1 activity
- Youth tennis programming with tiered skill developmentProvides tennis instruction to youth aged 5 to 18 from Central Harlem and other parts of New York City through a tiered program that progresses from beginner levels using modified equipment and courts to elite competition, including a Tournament Team requiring high academic and athletic performance. Participants typically remain in the program for 7 to 10 years.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.85M
Contributions & grants$797K43%
Program service revenue$484K26%
Investment income$47K3%
Other revenue$518K
expenses
Total expenses$2.02M
Program expenses77%
Admin / overhead16%
Fundraising7%
Salaries & benefits$1.09M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$748K
Cash$585K
Investments$0
Liabilities$206K
Net assets$542K
Liquid reserves3.5 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -0.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| KATRINA ADAMS | PRESIDENT | 40 | $230K |
board members · 22
- ALEX MEDITZ — MEMBER
- ALLYN L SHAW — MEMBER
- ANTON METLITSKY — MEMBER
- CAROLINA VELEZ — MEMBER
- CINTA KEMP — CHAIR
- DAVID N DINKINS JR — ADVISORY MEMBER
- DAVID TYREE — MEMBER
- EUGENIA KOVALEV — MEMBER
- JAMES R KELLY III — CHAIRMAN EMERITUS
- JEFFREY APPEL — ADVISORY MEMBER
- JONATHAN FEIGELSON — MEMBER
- KRISTOPHER BURRELL — MEMBER
- MARIO SCORCIA — MEMBER
- MARK MICHAEL — MEMBER
- MARK SHWARTZ — ADVISORY MEMBER
- MICHELLE WILSON — MEMBER
- NANETTE FRANCIA COTTER — MEMBER
- PHILIPPE DOUYON — MEMBER
- RUDY ALBERS — MEMBER
- STEVE CLARK — MEMBER
- VALERIE HARTMAN — ADVISORY MEMBER
- WOODY VICTOR — ADVISORY MEMBER
relationships · 14
Who they work with
- Active Duty Partner — Supports participation of service members in Team HJTEP marathon efforts.
- American Tennis Association Network — Recognizes the American Tennis Association as a foundational Black tennis institution whose legacy supports HJTEP's mission.
- Columbia University Network — Institution where HJTEP graduates have enrolled.
- Do Good on Purpose Podcast Partner — Collaborated on a podcast episode to discuss HJTEP's mission and leadership.
- Harvard University Network — Institution where HJTEP graduates have enrolled.
- Howard University Network — Institution where HJTEP graduates have enrolled.
- Mutual of New York (MONY) Financial Services Partner — Co-sponsored an annual invitational tournament with Earl Monroe and Bill Holloway to benefit HJTEP.
- NYU Network — Institution where HJTEP graduates have enrolled.
- Nia Rose Partner — Former participant and advocate sharing personal testimony about long-term support and connection through HJTEP.
- UCLA Network — Institution where HJTEP graduates have enrolled.
- USTA Partner — Supports player development through USTA rankings and tournament participation.
- USTA Partner — Uses USTA Cardio tennis programs to support student fitness goals.
- USTA NJTL Network — HJTEP is a sanctioned charter member of the USTA National Junior Tennis and Learning network.
- Winward Academy Partner — Provides college test preparation resources through the Winward Academy learning platform for HJTEP student-athletes.
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.
- Integrated, Developmentally Appropriate Learning Pathways 11 orgsmethodology: integrated_youth_developmentBy combining personalized academic diagnostics with age-appropriate tennis instruction and tiered advancement tied to both skill and academic performance, the organization promotes sustained engagement and success, because aligning educational and athletic progression reinforces executive functioning, goal-setting, and student agency.shared approach: Tennis as Development Vehicle →
- Mentorship and Role Model Exposure for Identity and Leadership Development 11 orgsmethodology: role-model-mentorshipBy connecting youth with African American tennis role models and structured mentorship, the organization fosters identity development, leadership aspirations, and long-term engagement, because visible, relatable success stories increase motivation and belief in personal possibility among Harlem youth.shared approach: Asset-Based Identity Development →
- Tennis as a Vehicle for Holistic Youth Development 11 orgsmethodology: tennis-as-a-vehicleBy using tennis as an engaging entry point, the organization delivers integrated programming in education, wellness, and character development to produce improved academic, physical, and emotional outcomes, because structured athletic participation builds discipline, self-efficacy, and sustained engagement in underserved youth.shared approach: Tennis as Development Vehicle →
- Safe Environment with Mental Health Supportmethodology: mental_health_safe_spaceBy providing a safe, structured space combined with access to mental health resources and referrals, the organization supports emotional resilience and well-being, because consistent, trauma-informed support systems enable youth to manage stress and persist in academic and athletic challenges.