irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $50KDANCE CLASSES
- #2 $14KPARENTAL SUPPORT
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Annual Anniversary Show
Yearly performance production such as “Breakin’ The Code” and “The Gift” featuring themed choreography by KR3TS dancers and choreographers
DANCE CLASSES
Provides dance instruction in styles including hip-hop, krump, litefeet, house, locking, and Afro to youth in East Harlem
PARENTAL SUPPORT
Program supporting parents of participating youth, details not specified on website
Shake The Block
Community wellness event offering free health services, music, and performances in Spanish Harlem
Support Giving
Holiday outreach initiative providing hats, scarves, gloves, food, and hot drinks to seniors and homeless individuals in the community
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Holiday and Seasonal Essentials Distribution 1 activity
- Community outreach and relief initiativesConducts community outreach efforts including distributing winter clothing (hats, scarves, gloves), meals, airbeds, and care packages to seniors, homeless youth, and displaced families in New York City. Organized holiday outreach events and raised funds—$12,000 for Puerto Rican hurricane relief and $12,500 through a separate relief fundraiser—for disaster response and basic needs support during emergencies such as the pandemic.
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Ballet and Dance Education Programs 1 activity
- Dance instruction and youth development programmingProvides ongoing dance classes in multiple styles—including hip-hop, mambo, African, Latin, house, hustle, ballet, and bachata—to underprivileged youth and young adults in East Harlem, New York, offering a safe space for creative learning and personal growth. The organization has trained more than 5,000 students over several decades and supports alumni in becoming professional dancers, teachers, and choreographers.
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Dance Performance and Community Engagement 1 activity
- Dance performances and community celebrationsOrganizes and conducts regular dance performances and community celebration events in New York City that connect, inspire, and transform lives, featuring celebrity choreographers and exploring the evolution of various dance styles. Events include anniversary celebrations, public showcases, and cultural gatherings such as “Breakin’ The Code” at Hostos College and multi-day events in The Bronx and East Harlem.
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Youth Development Programs 1 activity
- Parental support servicesOffers parental support services as part of its youth development programming in East Harlem, New York, designed to strengthen family engagement and support systems for participants in the organization’s dance and community programs.
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Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
- Volunteer engagement and mentorship programsEngages volunteers to assist at events, support program operations, mentor youth, and contribute professional expertise to enhance organizational capacity and service delivery.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- International dance competition coordinationOrganizes official qualifying events for international dance competitions, including the USA Qualifier for the International Challenge South Concept on September 5, 2026, and facilitates direct qualification into the Quarterfinals of the International Challenge South Concept Finals in Marseille, France, on October 3, 2026.
- Professional artistic representation and performanceFields professional dance ensembles that perform at major cultural and media events, including the MTV Video Music Awards, BET Awards, and the film "In The Heights" by Lin-Manuel Miranda. Alumni have choreographed and performed for global music artists such as Aventura, Prince Royce, Jill Scott, Omarion, and others.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$301K
Contributions & grants$301K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$178K
Program expenses80%
Admin / overhead10%
Fundraising9%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$313K
Cash$313K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$313K
Liquid reserves21.1 mo
4 years on record · 2021–2024 · YoY revenue +7.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 4
- FRANCISCO DIAZ — BOARD MEMBER
- HILDA VIVES VASQUEZ — TREASUIER
- VERONICA ROSARIO — BOARD MEMBER
- VIUOLETA GALARGARZA — ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
relationships · 13
Who they work with
- 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing Partner — Featured Mike Rivera's story in a published article highlighting his transformation through dance.
- CRESCENE 13 Partner — Co-presented the International Challenge South Concept USA Qualifier.
- Chris Brown Official Partner — Featured in connection with KR3TS on social media, suggesting a collaborative or promotional relationship.
- Dance Parade Partner — Participates in and performs at Dance Parade events in New York City.
- Diana Ayala Partner — Collaborated with Council Member Diana Ayala during a holiday outreach event for seniors and homeless individuals.
- Doctors for Dancers Partner — Partnered with KR3TS to offer free physical therapy, screenings, and wellness services at community events.
- El Barrio's Artspace PS109 Partner — Provided space for KR3TS to film performances and creative projects.
- Hostos Center for the Arts & Culture Partner — Hosted KR3TS's 33rd anniversary celebration event at the venue.
- Hostos College Partner — Hosted KR3TS’s 37th Anniversary Show “Breakin’ The Code” on May 1st and 2nd, 2026.
- KR3T’S Partner — Board leadership and volunteer engagement by Carmen Flores
- Lin-Manuel Miranda Partner — Collaborated through inclusion in the film "In The Heights"
- Rockstar Games Partner — Collaborated on choreography for Grand Theft Auto video games, with Violeta and KR3Ts dancers included in the storyline of Grand Theft Auto IV.
- UnitedHealthcare Partner — Provided support for KR3TS wellness events, contributing health services and resources to the community.
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.
- Arts-Based Youth Developmentmethodology: arts_based_youth_developmentBy using dance as a vehicle for discipline, creative expression, and safe-space formation, the organization supports underprivileged youth in developing personally and professionally, because structured artistic engagement fosters resilience, identity, and opportunity.
- Community Transformation Through Cultural Dance Engagementmethodology: cultural_fusion_community_engagementBy integrating traditional forms with hip-hop and street styles, and centering performances on personal and community narratives, the organization strengthens cultural belonging and social cohesion, because culturally rooted, innovative art fosters emotional connection and collective identity.
- Dance as Mental Health Interventionmethodology: art_for_mental_healthBy using choreography to express and process emotional experiences, particularly among young Black men, the organization promotes psychological healing, because artistic storytelling creates a non-clinical pathway to address mental health challenges and build emotional resilience.
- Holistic Artist Development with Career Autonomymethodology: holistic_artist_developmentBy guiding dancers to develop not only as performers but also as teachers and choreographers, the organization cultivates well-rounded artists who can self-direct their careers, because fostering individual artistic identity increases long-term sustainability and impact in the field.