research dossier

Staten Island Chapter of American Institute of Architects Inc

Staten Island, NY · EIN 133899435 · Form 990EZ · FY2025 · NTEE S41 · Community Improvement · Micro (<$100K) · aiasiny.org

revenue

$61K

expenses

$36K

net assets

$142K

employees

—

mission · from form 990

To aid in the progress of the profession of architecture in general and without limiting the generality of the foregoing, to advance the theory and practice of architecture and its allied fields; to enhance the status of the architect; to increase the usefulness of the organized architectural community and related organizations and in furtherance of such accomplishments to encourage research and the preparation of paper documents and reports on architectural topics; to develop recommended practices and the enlargement of and greater usefulness of architectural libraries; to endeavor to maintain technical and cultural standards for the legal right to practice architecture and to require high standards of ethical practice by members; to foster the study of architecture and encourage the personal and professional development of young architects and students; to cooperate with other architectural societies and groups, and to advance public relations with governmental agencies and the publi

profile · synthesized from sources

Professional association chapter advancing the architecture profession through continuing education, ethical standards, and public advocacy. Provides online courses and live training for architects on topics including building safety, sustainability, and professional development. Operates as part of the national AIA network with a focus on serving architects and design professionals in the Staten Island area.

named programs · 3 · from sources

What they call their work

AIAU Continuing Education

Online courses and live webinars for architects to earn learning units (LU) and health, safety, and welfare (HSW) credits on topics including sustainability, resilience, and professional development

Resilience and Disaster Response Community (RADR)

Initiative promoting climate resilience and disaster response through collaborative design and community-driven projects

Safety Assessment Program (SAP) Evaluator Training

Training program certifying licensed architects and building inspectors as Building Evaluators in the national Safety Assessment Program for post-disaster building safety evaluation

activities · 6 groups

What they do

Professional Certification and Continuing Education 2 activities
- Continuing education and professional development programs
  
  Provides online and on-demand continuing education courses for architects, including topics such as climate resilience in design and economic insights, enabling members to earn required continuing education credits. Offers access to recorded sessions originally delivered in 2026.
- Support for architecture licensure candidates
  
  Provides comprehensive support for architects pursuing licensure through the ArchiPrep program, including opportunities to earn up to 20 AXP experience hours via HSW-focused continuing education, free Associate AIA membership for recent graduates, access to volunteer Architect Licensing Advisors in each state, and peer networks with group study and discounted test prep resources.
Industry-Specific Student Scholarships and Competitions 2 activities
- Funding for Architect Registration Exam (ARE) candidates
  
  Funds the Jason Pettigrew Memorial ARE Scholarship to help offset the costs associated with taking the Architect Registration Exam for licensure candidates.
- Scholarship application support for students
  
  Provides scholarship application materials to support high school and college students pursuing education in architecture or related fields.
Union and Association Benefit Funds 1 activity
- Health insurance program for members and employees
  
  Offers a health insurance plan exclusively for association members, their employees, and dependents, featuring affordable premiums, long-term rate stability, and a $7,350 deductible plan with an integrated pharmacy discount card that counts toward the annual deductible. Requires at least two eligible employees for enrollment.
Professional Conference & Symposium Organization 1 activity
- Organizing national architecture conferences and trade events
  
  Organizes the AIA Conference on Architecture & Design 2027 in Philadelphia and previously connected hundreds of exhibiting companies with thousands of architects and specifiers at AIA26, facilitating professional engagement and industry innovation.
Urban Resilience Planning & Advocacy 1 activity
- Professional advocacy for architecture and the built environment
  
  Works with local leaders, government officials, and the public to improve the built environment and advance equity in housing and residential design through education, research, awards, and policy engagement. Promotes shared values of Community, Knowledge, and Advocacy to elevate architectural practice.
Professional Development & Advocacy for Designers 1 activity
- Research and standards development in architectural practice
  
  Advances the theory and practice of architecture through research, publication of reports, development of recommended practices, and maintenance of ethical and technical standards. Supports professional development of architects and students and collaborates with other architectural organizations and government agencies.

financials · form 990EZ · fy2025

revenue

Total revenue$61K

Contributions & grants——

Program service revenue$1K2%

Investment income——

Other revenue—

expenses

Total expenses$36K

Program expenses—

Admin / overhead—

Fundraising—

Salaries & benefits—

Grants paid out—

balance sheet

Total assets$142K

Cash—

Investments—

Liabilities—

Net assets$142K

6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue +44.1%

relationships · 23

Who they work with

AIA Housing and Community Development Knowledge Community Network — Collaborates on advancing equity in housing and residential design through shared initiatives.
AIA National Network — Member organization of AIA National
AIA National Disaster Assistance Program Partner — Presenting partner for the Safety & Resilience Bundle of courses.
AIA New York State Network — Member organization of AIA New York State
AIA New York State Network — Staten Island Chapter operates under the statewide umbrella of AIA New York State, representing registered architects across New York.
American Institute of Architects Network — Chapter of the national American Institute of Architects organization.
American Institute of Architects Network — Staten Island Chapter is a local component of the national American Institute of Architects organization.
American Institute of Architects Network — Staten Island Chapter of American Institute of Architects Inc is a local chapter within the national American Institute of Architects network.
Bona Vita Benefits Partner — Administrative partner managing enrollment and support for the health plan.
Building Performance Knowledge Community Partner — Co-hosts live courses on passive survivability and building resilience.
Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook for organizational outreach and communication.
First Health Network — Healthcare network provider offering PPO coverage to plan members.
Instagram Partner — Uses Instagram for organizational outreach and communication.
MultiPlan Network — Provider network platform hosting PHCS provider and open network facilities for plan members.
My Advocate Pro Partner — Partner organization providing consumer advocates to assist members with treatment authorization processes when switching plans.
NYC Department of Buildings Government — Government agency resource for building regulations
NYC Department of City Planning Government — Government agency resource for city planning
NYC Department of Environmental Conservation Government — Government agency resource for environmental regulations
NYS Office of the Professions – Architecture Government — State licensing authority for architects
National Architectural Accrediting Board Partner — References NAAB-accredited degree programs as part of architectural education requirements.
National Council of Architectural Registration Boards Partner — Collaborates with NCARB on licensure pathways, AXP experience tracking, and ARE exam guidelines.
PHCS Network — Provider network used in the Reference Based Pricing option, allowing access to open network facilities.
Resilience and Disaster Response Community Partner — Co-hosts live courses on passive survivability and building resilience.

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.

Design-Policy Integration for Built Environment Improvement

methodology: design-policy_integration
By integrating architectural design with public policy development, we improve the built environment because well-designed spaces supported by sound policy lead to more sustainable, equitable, and functional communities.
Evidence-Based Design to Improve Building Outcomes

methodology: evidence-based-design
By using research and data to inform architectural decisions—particularly in healthcare—we produce better building performance and user outcomes because design choices are grounded in measurable, real-world impacts.
Passive Survivability as Foundational Design Strategy

methodology: passive-survivability-first
By prioritizing passive survivability and historic resilience in building design before mechanical interventions, we create more durable and energy-efficient structures because they maintain habitability during disruptions without reliance on external systems.