irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2023
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $167KYOUTH PROGRAMS- AFTER SCHOOL AND DAY CAMP PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN FIVE TO TWELVE YEARS OLD
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
After School Program
Program for school-age children providing homework mentoring, recreational activities, and supervised play, with capacity set to double following facility expansion.
Camp Coddington
Outdoor summer camp for children entering kindergarten through 8th grade, offering structured activities, imaginative play, and self-directed exploration on 12 acres of woodland.
Childcare Services
Early childhood education and care for children ages 8 weeks to 5 years, with plans to add up to 48 additional slots through facility expansion.
Community Events and Rentals
Hosts community gatherings, festivals, and volunteer days; offers facility rentals for private events such as birthday parties and family reunions.
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Hosts community events and training programsHosts a variety of community events and training sessions, including Red Cross Babysitter Training, CPR/First Aid/AED certification, Soccer Shots, Fall Festival, Parents’ Night Out, community concerts, and Community Cleanup Days. These events are open to the broader community and support public health, safety, and engagement.
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Youth Counselor-in-Training Programs 1 activity
- Offers youth employment and leadership development programsRuns a paid Counselor-in-Training (CIT) program for teens aged 15 and older to develop leadership, teamwork, communication, and job skills through camp counseling activities, paying participants at minimum wage. Also offers an unpaid Junior CIT internship for 14-year-olds and middle school campers, with a 50% tuition discount for participants.
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Early Childhood Education & Development Programs 1 activity
- Operates licensed childcare and early education programs for infants and young childrenProvides year-round childcare services for children ages 8 weeks to 5 years, offering full-time and part-time enrollment options, with structured classroom programming integrated with access to a natural environment. The program operates Monday through Friday from 7:30am to 5:30pm and participates in the federal Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), serving daily meals and accommodating special dietary needs.
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Early Childhood Education Financial Assistance 1 activity
- Provides income-based tuition scholarships for childcare and youth programsOffers financial assistance through income-based tuition scholarships to ensure accessibility of childcare and youth programs, supporting equitable participation across socioeconomic groups.
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Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
- Provides outdoor summer camp programming for childrenOffers Camp Coddington, an outdoor-based summer camp program operating on 12 acres of woodland, combining structured activities with self-directed play organized around weekly themes. Provides optional full-day summer care and participates in community events, serving school-age children with a focus on nature and active play.
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Community Space Provision 1 activity
- Rents facility space for community useOffers property rentals for external community use at a rate of $50 per hour with a two-hour minimum, supporting local organizations and groups in accessing safe, outdoor-oriented space.
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Before and After School Childcare 1 activity
- Runs after-school and school-holiday care programs for elementary and preschool-aged childrenOperates licensed after-school and all-day programs for children in kindergarten through 5th grade, including on days when the Ithaca City School District is closed. Provides afterschool care for up to 26 elementary-aged children in partnership with the school district, with transportation provided during the school year. Also offers a school's out program for preschool-enrolled children who are at least 4 years old by December 1, 2025.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$1.33M
Contributions & grants$407K31%
Program service revenue$921K69%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$1.23M
Program expenses66%
Admin / overhead34%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$903K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$982K
Cash$93K
Investments$0
Liabilities$595K
Net assets$388K
Liquid reserves0.9 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue +22.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| HEATHER MOUNT | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $97K |
board members · 5
- DAVE HARKER — DIRECTOR
- JANETTE MCCORD — DIRECTOR
- KAREN DAVIS — CHAIR
- MAGGIE HAEFELE — SECRETARY
- ROSS EVANCOE — DIRECTOR
relationships · 17
Who they work with
- Anne Morrissette Partner — Community volunteer instrumental in launching the center's first childcare programs in 1984.
- CODDINGTON STAFF Partner — Collaborates with staff to support youth development and program delivery
- FAMILIES Partner — Partners with families in supporting children's growth and development
- Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook as a communication platform to engage with the community.
- Ithaca City School District Partner — Partner agency providing transportation and collaboration for afterschool care services.
- Ithaca College Partner — Collaborates with Ithaca College’s Jump Start Program for volunteer work days.
- Ithaca College Partner — Partnered with the Ithaca College football team for a volunteer workday to prepare grounds for construction.
- Ithaca YMCA Partner — Partners with Ithaca YMCA for Trunk or Treat and other community events.
- Joint Youth Commission Funder — Provides partial funding for the Counselor-in-Training program.
- MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY Partner — Engages community members in youth programs and development initiatives
- Red Cross Partner — Hosts Red Cross training programs including Babysitter Training, CPR, and First Aid certifications.
- Shirley Brown Partner — Community volunteer instrumental in launching the center's first childcare programs in 1984.
- Tompkins County Department of Social Services Government — Government agency through which income-eligible families can access child care assistance for the afterschool and summer programs.
- Tompkins County Department of Social Services Government — Partner agency through which income-eligible families can access child care assistance for Camp Coddington via the New York State child care assistance program.
- Tompkins County Department of Social Services Government — Provides child care assistance program information and support for income-eligible working parents to help cover program costs.
- Tompkins County Department of Social Services Partner — Collaborates to support income-eligible working parents accessing child care assistance; directs families to its programs and application process.
- Twitter Partner — Uses Twitter as a communication platform to share updates and engage with the public.
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.
- Child-Led and Emergent Curriculum Modelmethodology: emergent_curriculumBy shaping curriculum around observed interests and play patterns of children, we produce higher engagement and individualized development because learning emerges organically from lived experience and inquiry.
- Holistic Youth Development Through Community and Family Engagementmethodology: holistic_youth_developmentBy involving staff, families, and community members in collaborative programming, we produce deeper youth development outcomes because sustained, multi-stakeholder relationships reinforce responsibility, decision-making, and social connection in a stable, accepting environment.
- Nature-Based and Play-Centered Child Developmentmethodology: nature_based_learningBy integrating natural environments with play-based, child-led learning, we support holistic child development because direct interaction with nature and self-directed exploration foster cognitive, social, and emotional growth more effectively than structured-only models.
- Workforce and Community Stability Through Affordable Childcaremethodology: workforce_support_through_childcareBy expanding affordable childcare access through scholarships and fundraising, we support workforce participation and community productivity because reliable, accessible childcare removes a key barrier to employment for caregivers.
- Youth Leadership Through Employment and Internship Opportunitiesmethodology: youth_workforce_developmentBy offering youth employment and internships as camp counselors and volunteers, we build leadership and professional skills because hands-on responsibility in a supportive setting fosters communication, accountability, and real-world experience.