irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $615KSOCIAL SERVICES: CASE MANAGEMENT SERVICES ASSISTS INDIVIDUALS IN SECURING BENEFITS, ETC. WE REFER INDIVIDUALS TO OUTSIDE SERVICES, SUCH AS PSYCHIATRIC, SHELTER, ETC. OUR ORGANIZATION IS A REGISTERED SINGLE STOP BENEFITS ACCESS PROVIDER.
named programs · 9 · from sources
What they call their work
Digital Choice Food Pantry
Online platform allowing clients to select and receive groceries tailored to their preferences and dietary needs
Grab & Go Meals
Provides pre-packaged meals for quick distribution to individuals in need
Health Services
Provides access to medical care, mental health support, and wellness programs
Legal Services
Offers legal aid in areas such as housing, immigration, and public benefits
Mobile Market
Brings fresh produce and groceries directly to underserved neighborhoods in Brooklyn
Mobile Soup Kitchen
Delivers hot meals through mobile units to reach people where they are
Mothers & Babies Program
Supports pregnant women and new mothers with resources, nutrition, and care coordination
Social Services
Case management program helping individuals secure public benefits, housing, and other essential services
Tax Prep
Free tax preparation and filing assistance for low-income individuals and families
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Public Benefits Navigation and Enrollment 1 activity
- Case management and social servicesProvides case management services to help individuals secure public benefits and connects guests to external support services such as housing, health care, counseling, rehabilitation, tax preparation, job training, and immigration services. These services build relationships to identify needs and support journeys toward self-sufficiency.
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Food Distribution and Hunger Relief 1 activity
- Emergency food distributionDistributes quality hot meals and fresh food—including produce, dairy, meat, and pantry staples—to individuals and families through programs such as the Digital Choice Food Pantry, Mobile Soup Kitchen, Grab & Go Meals, and Mobile Market. These services are accessible without requiring identification in some formats, and serve millions of meals annually across Brooklyn and Queens.
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Free Tax Preparation Services 1 activity
- Support servicesOffers free Notary Public services and hosts the Grow Brooklyn Tax Program to provide tax preparation services on-site during weekends in early 2026, expanding access to critical community resources.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$6.67M
Contributions & grants$6.54M98%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$112K2%
Other revenue$19K
expenses
Total expenses$7.51M
Program expenses85%
Admin / overhead9%
Fundraising6%
Salaries & benefits$2.41M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$8.92M
Cash$3.60M
Investments$849K
Liabilities$290K
Net assets$8.63M
Liquid reserves7.1 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -16.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 3
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| SR Caroline Tweedy RSM | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 35 | $162K |
| JAMES POISAL | Director of Development | 35 | $143K |
| Sr Marie Sorenson | ASSOCIATE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 35 | $99K |
board members · 17
- Edward Suh — Director
- Justice Sylvia Hinds-Radix — DIRECTOR
- MR THOMAS MCINERNEY — CHAIR Emeritus
- MS MARTHA K HIRST — Board Chair
- MS PATRICIA CASTEL ESQ — BOARD SECRETARY
- Mr Fred Pytlak — DIRECTOR
- Mr Kevin Reed — Treasurer
- Mr Richard Weston — DIRECTOR
- Mr Steve Bujno — DIRECTOR
- Mrs Colleen K Sorrentino — DIRECTOR
- Ms Dorothy E Habben PhD — DIRECTOR
- Ms Helen T Lowe — DIRECTOR
- Ms Jackie Lochrie — DIRECTOR
- Rev Astor L Rodriguez CM — DIRECTOR
- Rev Donald Harrington CM — DIRECTOR
- Rev John T Maher CM — DIRECTOR
- Sr Julia Upton RSM — DIRECTOR
relationships · 14
Who they work with
- Care for the Homeless Partner — Provides health services appointments coordinated through St. John's Bread & Life.
- Daughters of Charity Partner — Founding group that helped establish St. John's Bread & Life.
- Development team Partner — Team responsible for managing donor relations and fundraising efforts.
- Grow Brooklyn Partner — Operates the on-site tax preparation program at St. John's Bread & Life during tax season.
- Lolita Partner — Venue host for the 3rd Annual Mixer For Meals fundraising event.
- Mother Cabrini Health Foundation Partner — Partner organization supporting the expansion of the Mobile Market Program.
- Mother Cabrini Health Foundation Partner — Supported the launch and operation of the Mobile Market program through funding.
- Robin Hood Funder — Recognized St. John's Bread & Life Program Inc. by naming Sr. Caroline a Robin Hood Hero, indicating a funding or award relationship.
- Single Stop Network — Registered member of the Single Stop network, using its model to connect individuals to public benefits and social services.
- SmartChoice Food Pantry Software Partner — Technology partner providing the software platform for the Digital Choice Food Pantry
- St. John the Baptist church Partner — Original host of the organization in its basement; founding partner in establishing services.
- St. John the Baptist church Partner — Original host of the organization in its basement; ongoing faith-based affiliation.
- Urban Justice Center Partner — Provides legal counsel through appointments at St. John's Bread & Life for benefits access and related matters.
- Vincentians Partner — Founding group that helped establish St. John's Bread & Life.
strategies · 3
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.
- Client-Choice Model for Dignity and Engagement 152 orgsmethodology: client_choice_modelBy allowing clients to choose their food items through a grocery-style or digital selection process, we increase engagement and preserve dignity, because autonomy in food selection reinforces personal agency and reduces stigma, leading to more consistent program participation and reduced waste.shared approach: Client-Choice Model →
- Integrated Referrals to Address Root Causes of Food Insecurity 152 orgsmethodology: integrated_referralsBy connecting individuals to social services through mobile outreach and coordinated referrals, we address underlying causes of instability, because linking food assistance with broader support systems like benefits enrollment and case management increases self-sufficiency and long-term resilience.shared approach: Client-Choice Model →
- Dignity-Centered Service Delivery 103 orgsmethodology: dignity-centered_service_deliveryBy grounding services in dignity and respect, we foster trust and sustained engagement, because treating individuals as partners rather than recipients strengthens program effectiveness and supports long-term stability.shared approach: Person-Centered Engagement →