named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
BOOST Program
A one-on-one career development program that helps artists identify and achieve professional goals through personalized planning and mentorship with industry professionals.
ColLab
A program that develops interactive and interdisciplinary live performance work, supporting original productions and creative collaboration among artists.
Community Events
Hosts regular events including open mic nights, workshops, paint & sips, and social gatherings to build community and connection among artists.
Mentorship Program
Connects emerging artists, particularly those transitioning to NYC, with experienced arts professionals for guidance and support in navigating the creative industry.
School Partnership Program
Builds relationships with educational institutions to provide students with artistic resources, mentorship, and career development opportunities.
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Artist Residencies and Studio Programs 3 activities
- BOOST Program for mid-career artistsOffers a 4-6 month career development initiative for mid-career artists in New York City, providing tailored challenges, one-on-one coaching, expert-led events, and career mentorship to support sustainable creative careers.
- Internship and advisor programs for capacity buildingOffers a six-month, rolling internship program and the BOOST Advisor program, which provides customized opportunities and personalized planning support to build the capacity of emerging artists and students transitioning into professional roles.
- Mentorship Program for emerging artists and graduatesOperates a structured mentorship program that pairs vetted creative professionals with college seniors, recent graduates, and young creatives relocating to NYC to support their transition into professional artistic careers.
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Podcast and Radio Production 1 activity
- Artist Pivot Podcast productionProduces The Artist Pivot Podcast, a bi-weekly show that highlights career pivots and life lessons from artists and arts professionals to support creative development and community learning.
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Experimental Circus and Immersive Theater Production 1 activity
- ColLab Workshop for interdisciplinary performance developmentOperates ColLab, an experimental workshop launched in 2022 that supports NYC-based artists in creating new, interactive, and interdisciplinary live performance works through producing assistance, networking, and creative space.
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Live Music Performances & Concerts 1 activity
- Free community events and creative gatherings for artistsHosts recurring free or low-cost community events in New York City, including open mic nights, workshops, play readings, cabarets, mixers, and creative sessions such as Song Cycle Sessions and paint-and-sip events to foster collaboration and connection among artists.
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Original Dance Performance Production 1 activity
- Production and presentation of original performance worksPresents original modern dance choreography, text, and live performance pieces by emerging artists through pop-up events such as "WHAT’S LEFT" and co-directs Catalyst: A Theatre Think Tank, a festival for new theatrical works.
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Student Career Readiness and Internship Placement 1 activity
- School Partnership Program with high schools and collegesPartners with high schools and colleges nationwide to provide students access to industry connections, interactive workshops, and panelist opportunities, supporting engagement and career development in the arts.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$55K
Contributions & grants$53K96%
Program service revenue——
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expenses
Total expenses$83K
Program expenses—
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Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$50K
Grants paid out$4K
balance sheet
Total assets$54K
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Net assets$53K
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +12.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 1
- KRISTAL ZUR — DIRECTOR
relationships · 13
Who they work with
- Ayana Bey Partner — Co-Chair of the BOOST program, delivering personalized career development support.
- BOOST Program Partner — Program providing artistic resources, mentorship, and career guidance to artists
- Christine Schermerhorn Partner — Co-chair of The Mentorship Program, working alongside Sophie Brubaker to lead mentorship initiatives.
- ColLab Workshop Partner — Workshop providing producing support for collaborative, interdisciplinary artistic projects
- Fractured Atlas Funder — Provided fiscal sponsorship for the film adaptation of Synesthesia Story.
- Jillian Vitko Partner — Co-Chair of the BOOST program, providing one-on-one career mentorship to participants.
- Mentorship Program Partner — Program offering mentorship and career guidance to students and artists
- New York City Department of Cultural Affairs Government — Provides public funding support for Off The Lane's programs in partnership with the City Council.
- Our Blog Partner — Platform for sharing program updates, school partnerships, and speaker series announcements.
- Rachel Sabo-Hedges Partner — Serves as School Partnerships Chair and ColLab Artistic Director, leading program development and artistic direction.
- School Partnership Program Partner — Program connecting artists with educational institutions for career development
- Sophie Brubaker Partner — Co-chair of The Mentorship Program, providing leadership and mentorship within the organization.
- high schools and colleges nationwide Partner — Partners with high schools and colleges nationwide through the School Partnership Program to provide students with industry connections and interactive workshop experiences.
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.
- Artist-Led Peer Empowermentmethodology: artist-led_empowermentBy creating programs led by artists for artists, the organization fosters peer-driven support and professional growth, because shared lived experience increases relevance, trust, and engagement within the creative community.
- Community-Centered Creative Developmentmethodology: community-centered_creativityBy centering community-building as a core support mechanism, the organization enables artistic breakthroughs and resilience, because sustained creative growth emerges from inclusive, collaborative, and safe environments that foster belonging and mutual support.
- Experiential and Customized Professional Trainingmethodology: customized-internship-trainingBy offering customized internships and hands-on training tailored to individual needs, the organization bridges the gap between academic training and professional practice, because experiential learning aligned with personal goals increases readiness and successful transition into the creative workforce.
- Mentorship for Career Clarity and Sustainabilitymethodology: mentorship-based_artist_developmentBy providing one-on-one and peer mentorship from established professionals, the organization helps emerging artists develop strategic plans and achieve long-term career sustainability, because personalized guidance grounded in lived experience fosters clarity, confidence, and professional longevity.