irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $1.34MEVENT MANAGEMENT/RENTAL - THESE ARE MULTI-PURPOSE FACILITIES USED FOR PRESENTING DANCE THEATRE PRODUCTIONS, MUSIC AND FILMS, AS WELL AS EVENTS SERVING A WIDE RANGE OF INDUSTRIES.
- #2 $3.03MPROGRAMMING/TICKET SALES - THE PROGRAMMING DEPARTMENT PRODUCES VISUAL ARTS EXHIBITS, PERFORMING ARTS PRESENTATIONS (DANCE/ THEATER/ MUSIC) AND FILM SCREENINGS RELATED TO FRENCH AND FRANCOPHONE CULTURE.
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
CinéSalon
Weekly film series showcasing French and Francophone cinema, often followed by discussions or talks
Event Management & Rental
Operation of multi-purpose facilities in New York City used for cultural events, performances, and private rentals
FIAF Talks
Public conversations with cultural leaders in fashion, architecture, literature, and the arts, often featuring prominent French and American figures
French Language Classes
Instruction in French language for adults and children at various proficiency levels
Wine Tour de France
Annual series of virtual wine tastings exploring regional French wines with sommeliers and wine experts
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Curated Art Exhibitions and Public Displays 1 activity
- Art installation and public art projectsCommissions and displays permanent and temporary art installations that engage with French and Francophone cultural themes, including a permanent work by Plonk & Replonk –Bébert that reimagines historical artifacts to reflect FIAF’s history.
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Traditional & Cultural Performing Arts 1 activity
- Cultural programming in performing and visual artsProduces and presents visual arts exhibitions, performing arts performances, film screenings, concerts, and literary events that celebrate French and Francophone culture. Recent offerings include musical evenings, tribute talks, author readings, and collaborative events with organizations like Opera Lafayette and the New York Philharmonic.
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Early Childhood Education & Development Programs 1 activity
- Preschool bilingual education programOperates a bilingual preschool program in Manhattan and Montclair for children ages 2½ to 5, offering education in both French and English.
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Architecture and Design Public Education Programs 1 activity
- Public lectures and discussions on French culture and societyHosts lectures and panel discussions on topics including French literature, fashion, architecture, sustainability, and cultural heritage. Events have featured prominent figures such as Patrice Louvet, Bas Smets, James Corner, and Adam Gopnik, with both in-person and virtual formats available.
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Performing Arts Venue Rental 1 activity
- Rental and management of multi-purpose cultural facilitiesManages and rents multi-purpose facilities used for dance, theatre, music, film, and industry events, supporting cultural programming and institutional operations.
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Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
- Summer camp for children in French language and cultureOperates an in-person and online summer camp for children centered on learning French through thematic exploration, including a program focused on the Olympic Games.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- French language instruction for all agesOffers immersive French language courses for children, adults, and seniors at all proficiency levels, including specialized summer classes focused on language, art, and culture. Provides a complimentary one-year FIAF membership with enrollment in classes lasting one week or longer.
- Library services and digital content accessMaintains the John and Francine Haskell Library, one of the largest private French-language libraries in the U.S., with physical and digital collections accessible to members. Makes recordings of past talks and performances available for on-demand viewing.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$15.31M
Contributions & grants$6.01M39%
Program service revenue$7.29M48%
Investment income$584K4%
Other revenue$1.43M
expenses
Total expenses$18.00M
Program expenses66%
Admin / overhead24%
Fundraising9%
Salaries & benefits$9.13M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$25.10M
Cash$1.68M
Investments$8.00M
Liabilities$20.32M
Net assets$4.78M
Liquid reserves6.5 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +14.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 7
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| TATYANA FRANCK | PRESIDENT | 40 | $366K |
| KENNETH KEATING | CFO/VP OF FIN & ADM | 40 | $181K |
| MARIE-MONIQUIE STECKEL | PRESIDENT (FORMER) | 0 | $177K |
| SUZANNE ZUDICK | VP MARKETING & COMMUNICATI | 40 | $172K |
| EDITH BONCOMPAIN | VP OF EDUCATION | 40 | $169K |
| CATHERINE BAUMANN | VP DEVELOPMENT/SECRETARY | 40 | $169K |
| ROLANDO PENALVER | BUILDING SUPERINTENDENT | 40 | $132K |
board members · 18
- ADRIEN MEYER — TRUSTEE
- AIDA MOUDACHIROU-REBOIS — TRUSTEE
- ALEXANDRE H CHEMLA — TRUSTEE
- ALEXIS LE-QUOC — TRUSTEE
- AMANDINE FREIDHEIM — TRUSTEE
- AMIRA SALAAM AMRO — TRUSTEE
- ANNE BUSQUET — TRUSTEE - CHAIRPERSON
- ARIEL LAHMI — TRUSTEE
- BEATRICE PHILIPPE — TRUSTEE
- BRIGETTE WERTHEIMER — TRUSTEE
- CHARLES DE LARDEMELLE — TRUSTEE
- CHRISTINE LOUVET — TRUSTEE
- CLEMENCE VON MUEFFLING — TRUSTEE
- DAVID LUTTWAY — TRUSTEE
- DONALD CAPOCCIA — TRUSTEE
- ERIC LE GOFF — TRUSTEE
- FLORENCE VON ERB — TRUSTEE
- GAELLE BENCHETRIT — TRUSTEE
relationships · 3
Who they work with
- Institut Français de la Mode Partner — Presented a tribute talk to Virgil Abloh in partnership with the organization.
- Opera Lafayette Partner — Copresented a musical evening exploring connections between French Rococo style and Queer Maximalism.
- Plonk & Replonk –Bébert Partner — Collaborated with FIAF to create a permanent art installation celebrating the organization's history.
strategies · 3
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.
- Culture and Language Integration 63 orgsmethodology: culture-and-language-integrationBy integrating French language instruction with Francophone arts and culture, the organization deepens cultural understanding because language learning is reinforced through contextual, meaningful engagement with cultural expression.shared approach: Culture-Integrated Language Education →
- Immersive Language Instruction 63 orgsmethodology: immersive_language_instructionBy using fully immersive French language instruction led by native speakers, the organization accelerates language acquisition across all ages and proficiency levels because immersion in authentic linguistic environments strengthens retention and fluency.shared approach: Culture-Integrated Language Education →
- Multicultural Pedagogical Integration 63 orgsmethodology: bilingual-multicultural-educationBy combining French and American educational approaches in early childhood programs, the organization fosters a multicultural learning environment because exposure to diverse pedagogical traditions enhances cognitive flexibility and intercultural competence from an early age.shared approach: Culture-Integrated Language Education →