named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Buprenorphine Training for Healthcare Providers
Trains primary care clinicians on Staten Island to become certified in prescribing buprenorphine for opioid use disorder treatment, increasing access to medication-assisted treatment in community healthcare settings
IN OUR BACKYARD Campaign
Virtual awareness campaign led by TYSA to highlight opioid use and overdose in communities of color on Staten Island, featuring culturally relevant education, provider capacity building, and community engagement
TYSA Coalition
Coalition of over 50 partner organizations working to reduce youth and young adult substance use on Staten Island through advocacy, prevention, and policy recommendations
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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Community Health Equity Initiatives 2 activities
- Addressing social determinants of health through Take Care New York 2020Implements the Take Care New York 2020 (TCNY2020) initiative to address social determinants of health such as violence, housing, education, and incarceration, with a focus on reducing health disparities in vulnerable populations.
- Strengthening community health through collective impact modelsIntroduced and facilitates the use of collective impact models on Staten Island to align stakeholders and address public health challenges, including youth substance use and chronic disease. Serves as Borough Lead for the Partnership for a Healthier New York City and project lead for the Behavioral Health Infrastructure Project.
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Civil Rights Advocacy & Litigation 1 activity
- Advancing racial equity and community belongingLeads the Staten Island Equity and Belonging Project, organizes public demonstrations such as the Peoples’ Caravan of Conscience, and issues public statements in response to racial injustice. Hosts community events during Black History Month and raises awareness about anti-Asian hate and systemic racism.
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Substance Use Policy Advocacy & Public Education 1 activity
- Advocating for behavioral health and substance use policy reformAdvocates for systems-level changes in behavioral health and substance use policy at local, state, and federal levels, including testimony on marijuana legalization, support for I-STOP legislation, and campaigns for youth protection and prevention funding. Promotes local regulatory control over substance access and promotion.
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Outpatient Substance Use Treatment 1 activity
- Building capacity to address opioid and substance use disordersBuilds capacity of local healthcare providers and community clinicians to prevent and treat opioid and other drug use disorders through training programs, including buprenorphine training for medication-assisted treatment and naloxone distribution initiatives. Supports systemic improvements in behavioral health service delivery.
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Youth and Community Research Initiatives 1 activity
- Conducting community engagement and data collection for public healthCollects and shares data and personal stories through focus groups, surveys, and testimonials to inform public health initiatives. Hosts town halls, forums, and workshops to engage youth and community members in identifying and addressing emerging health needs.
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Reproductive Health Advocacy & Education 1 activity
- Improving access to respectful birthing careProvides education and promotes awareness of NYC Birthing Standards to support self-determination and respectful care during childbirth, particularly for communities facing health inequities.
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Youth Substance Abuse Prevention Education 1 activity
- Preventing and reducing youth substance misuseImplements programs to prevent and reduce youth substance misuse on Staten Island through the Tackling Youth Substance Abuse (TYSA) coalition, including community education, youth engagement, and policy advocacy. Provides training and resources for youth service providers and other professionals.
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Youth Health and Wellness Education 1 activity
- Reducing childhood obesity and promoting youth physical healthImplements initiatives to reduce childhood obesity and improve physical health outcomes through programs like the Active Design School Challenge and the Child Wellness Initiative. Focuses on early education, affordable physical activity, and expanded access to fresh produce for Staten Island youth.
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Food Policy Advocacy & Nutrition Education 1 activity
- Supporting healthy food environmentsCollaborates with the Staten Island Neighborhood Food Initiative to identify and recognize local stores that sell healthy food, maintain clean and safe facilities, and contribute positively to community well-being.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.28M
Contributions & grants$1.26M99%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$18K1%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$1.31M
Program expenses86%
Admin / overhead14%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$700K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.18M
Cash$715K
Investments$0
Liabilities$200K
Net assets$975K
Liquid reserves6.6 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -0.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ADRIENNE ABBATE | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $148K |
board members · 9
- ARLETTE CEPEDA — BOARD CHAIR
- BENITO LINDO — BOARD MEMBER
- CAROL PISAPIA — TREASURER
- CLAUDETTE HILL — BOARD MEMBER
- FERN ZAGOR — BOARD MEMBER
- KATHLEEN KENNEDY — CO-CHAIRMAN
- MARQUITTA SPELLER — BOARD MEMBER (RESIGNED ON 7/1/24))
- SARA GARDNER — SECRETARY
- TRICIA RYAN — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 137
Who they work with
- American Cancer Society Partner — Partner organization in advocacy and support
- Archdiocese of New York Drug Abuse Prevention Program Partner — Partner organization in behavioral health services
- Beacon Christian Community Health Center Partner — Healthcare system and service partner
- Beacon of Hope House Partner — Partner organization in behavioral health services
- Bridge Back to Life Center Partner — Partner organization in behavioral health services
- Brightpoint Health Partner — Healthcare system and service partner
- Camelot Counseling Center Partner — Partner organization in behavioral health services
- Celebrate Hope Recovery Center Partner — Partner organization in behavioral health services
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Funder — Awarded SIPCW a Community Transformation Grant
- Child Mind Institute Partner — Community-based partner organization
- Child Wellness Initiative Partner — Community partnership formed with SIPCW to address adolescent diabetes and obesity through collective impact.
- Children’s Aid Society Partner — Community-based partner organization
- Christopher’s Reason Treatment Resource Training Center Partner — Partner organization in behavioral health services
- City Harvest Partner — Community-based partner organization
- City Parks Foundation Funder — Philanthropic partner
- City University of New York – Baruch College Partner — Educational institution partner
- City University of New York – The College of Staten Island Partner — Educational institution partner
- Columbia University Partner — Educational institution partner
- Communities Together for Health Equity Coalition — Member coalition focused on health equity
- Community Health Action of Staten Island Partner — Collaborates with TYSA on behavioral health initiatives and participates in joint awareness campaigns.
- Community Health Action of Staten Island Partner — Healthcare system and service partner
- Community Health Center of Richmond Partner — Employer of board member Benito Lindo
- Community Health Center of Richmond Partner — Healthcare system and service partner
- Con Edison Excellence Charter Schools Partner — Employer of board member Tricia Ryan
- Delco Drugs & Specialty Pharmacy Partner — Local business partner
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield Partner — Local business partner
- Families on the Move NYC Partner — Community-based partner organization
- Fund for Public Health NYC Funder — Philanthropic partner
- Fund for Public Health in New York Partner — Employer of board secretary Sara Gardner
- H.E.A.L.T.H. 4 Youths Partner — Community-based partner organization
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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.
- Birth Justice Education as Community Empowermentmethodology: birth_justice_educationBy educating community members on birthing rights and standards, the organization promotes respectful maternal care because informed individuals can advocate for themselves and hold systems accountable, leading to improved maternal health outcomes and reduced disparities.
- Collective Impact with Equity-Centered Systems Changemethodology: collective_impactBy aligning cross-sector partners through a structured collective impact model that centers equity, shared measurement, and power-sharing, the organization drives systems-level change in community health because sustained collaboration with inclusive leadership produces more effective and equitable solutions to complex health disparities.
- Community-Convened Systems Change for Health Equitymethodology: community_conveningBy convening community members, stakeholders, and partner organizations in data-driven, inclusive processes, the organization identifies and addresses systemic health inequities because collective problem-solving rooted in local knowledge and shared understanding leads to more responsive and sustainable wellness solutions.
- Culturally Relevant Behavioral Health Integrationmethodology: culturally_relevant_behavioral_healthBy strengthening provider capacity and public awareness through culturally relevant approaches, particularly in communities of color affected by opioid use, the organization improves behavioral health outcomes because trust and effectiveness in prevention and treatment increase when services reflect community context and address systemic underrepresentation.
- Youth-Centered, Holistic Approach to Behavioral Healthmethodology: youth_centered_modelBy centering youth voice and integrating social, physical, and behavioral health needs, the organization improves youth behavioral health outcomes because programs grounded in lived experience and addressing root determinants foster greater engagement and long-term wellness.