irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $161KALPHABET SCOOP - A HOMEMADE ICE CREAM STORE THAT TRAINS AND EMPLOYS YOUTH IN THE LIFE AND JOB SKILLS THAT WILL ALLOW THEM TO ADVANCE IN THEIR SCHOOL AND WORK ENDEAVORS.
- #2 $32KKID ZONE - SEEKS TO PREVENT GANG INVOLVEMENT BY PROVIDING NEIGHBORHOOD CHILDREN BETWEEN THE AGES OF FIVE AND 19 AND THEIR FAMILY MEMBERS WITH A SAFE, INVITING AND ENJOYABLE PLACE OF REFUGE IN WHICH TO INTERACT WITH EACH OTHER AND GROW IN VARIOUS AREAS OF THEIR LIVES.
named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Alphabet Scoop
Homemade ice cream store that trains and employs at-risk youth in job and life skills, serving as a job-readiness initiative.
ESL Classes
Free English as a Second Language tutoring offered weekly for immigrants and non-native speakers at all proficiency levels.
GED Preparation
One-on-one tutoring to help adults prepare for and pass the GED exam, with assistance in registration and transcript acquisition.
Hunger Prevention Program
Operates a weekly soup kitchen and food pantry serving approximately 1,000 people every Saturday with hot meals and emergency food bags.
KidZone
After-school program offering free meals, homework help, tutoring, arts and crafts, and enrichment activities for children and teens ages 5–19.
Men's Transition Program
Two-day weekly program providing life skills, job training, Bible study, and 12-step support for homeless and unemployed men seeking independence.
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 2 activities
- After-School Youth Enrichment ProgramOperates a weekly after-school open recreation program on Tuesdays during the academic calendar, providing arts and crafts, games, homework help, tutoring, literacy building, nutrition education, robotics, and financial literacy programming for children and teens in a safe environment.
- Saturday School and KidZone ChildcareProvides weekly childcare and recreational programming for children and families through the Saturday School and KidZone programs, offering a safe environment for youth ages 5 to 19 with activities including homework help, games, and enrichment.
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Organized Running and Triathlon Events 1 activity
- Annual Walkathon EventOrganizes an annual walkathon event that includes participation opportunities for corporate and personal teams, fostering community engagement and fundraising.
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Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
- Community Volunteer EngagementEngages an average of 100 volunteers every Saturday morning and offers ongoing volunteer opportunities to support ministry programs across all service areas.
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Adult Literacy and ESL Tutoring 1 activity
- English as a Second Language (ESL) ProgramProvides free weekly ESL tutoring for adults and children at all proficiency levels to support literacy and language acquisition.
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High School Equivalency Preparation 1 activity
- GED Preparation and Tutoring ServicesOffers free GED preparation, one-on-one tutoring, academic transcript assistance, and exam registration support to help adults and youth earn a high school diploma equivalent.
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Pro Bono Legal Representation and Support 1 activity
- Legal and Social Services SupportProvides free legal advice and pro-bono legal help in partnership with Open Hands Legal Services, along with a social services desk and translation services to support community members' access to critical resources.
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12-Step Recovery Support Services 1 activity
- Men's Transition ProgramRuns a structured two-day-a-week program for men transitioning from homelessness, poverty, and addiction, offering life skills training, job skills development, Bible study, prayer, 12-step Life Groups, and access to meals, work opportunities, and social services.
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Food Distribution and Hunger Relief 1 activity
- Saturday Soup Kitchen and Food PantryOperates a weekly soup kitchen every Saturday morning serving approximately 1,000 or more individuals with a full meal, alongside emergency and supplemental food pantry bag distributions. This program is part of a broader hunger prevention initiative.
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Youth Workforce Readiness Programs 1 activity
- Youth Job Training through Alphabet Scoop Ice Cream StoreOperates a homemade ice cream store that trains and employs youth in life and job skills, supporting their academic and career advancement through hands-on work experience.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.70M
Contributions & grants$1.62M95%
Program service revenue$78K5%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$1.74M
Program expenses96%
Admin / overhead4%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$504K
Grants paid out$64K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$2.06M
Cash$660K
Investments$0
Liabilities$31K
Net assets$2.03M
Liquid reserves4.5 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -11.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 4
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| MARIAN HUTCHINS | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $89K |
| CAROL VEDRAL | FOUNDER & DONOR RELATIONS | 40 | $88K |
| PERRY J HUTCHINS | CHAIRMAN | 1 | $18K |
| JESUS MARTINEZ | DIRECTOR | 1 | $14K |
board members · 6
- AIMEE PARK — SECRETARY
- ANDREW DURSO — DIRECTOR
- CHARLES J VEDRAL — DIRECTOR & FOUNDER
- ERIK HUGUS — TREASURER
- JENNIFER ROBINSON — DIRECTOR
- LEAH PRESTAMO — DIRECTOR
relationships · 6
Who they work with
- GED@fathersheartnyc.org Partner — Email contact point for students seeking remote or on-site GED learning support.
- Miranda Jones Partner — Volunteer coordinator for the KidZone program.
- Open Hands Legal Services Partner — Provides free legal advice to guests through a partnership with The Father's Heart Ministries.
- Open Hands Legal Services Partner — Provides pro-bono legal help through a partnership with The Father's Heart Ministries.
- Pastor Forrest and Faith Dodge Partner — Founders of the original ministry approach; mentored Pastor Chuck Vedral and influenced the development of The Father's Heart Ministries.
- Pastor Perry Hutchins Partner — Founder and director of the Men's Transition Program
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.
- Dignity-Centered, Relationship-Based Engagementmethodology: relationship-based_engagementBy prioritizing nonjudgmental, personal relationships over transactional service delivery, the organization fosters long-term community integration and personal change, because trust and dignity are prerequisites for sustained engagement and transformation.
- Faith-Based Restoration and Recoverymethodology: faith-based_recoveryBy centering spiritual restoration through unconditional love, forgiveness, and relationship with God, the organization supports personal transformation and recovery from addiction and homelessness, because spiritual identity and purpose are foundational to lasting change.
- Integrated Youth and Family Engagementmethodology: two-generation_approachBy combining youth programming with access to family services such as ESL, GED preparation, and food assistance, the organization increases engagement and support for entire families, because co-locating services removes barriers and leverages child participation as an entry point for broader family support.
- Practical-First Ministrymethodology: practical-first ministryBy addressing immediate material needs first, the organization creates openings for spiritual engagement and personal transformation, because meeting practical needs builds trust and relational access within the community.
- Relational Gang Preventionmethodology: relational_gang_preventionBy offering a safe, relational community space, the organization prevents gang involvement among youth, because consistent, positive relationships and belonging reduce vulnerability to gang recruitment.