irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $4.92MDay Habilitation program - focuses on the participant's choice and preferences and provides an opportunity for persons with developmental disabilities to develop prevocational and social skill training.
- #2 $2.72MResidential Habilitation Program - Residential Habilitation services are those that enhance skills necessary to perform activities that continuously occur in an individual's home. Habilitation services are directed toward acquiring, and improving the self-help, socialization and adaptive skills necessary to reside successfully at home and in community-based settings.
named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Adult Recreation Program
Includes Saturday and Wednesday programs offering community outings, creative arts, dance, and cooking to support social connection and self-expression.
Community Habilitation
Flexible, community-based support services that help individuals engage in daily life and build skills outside of residential or day program settings.
Day Habilitation Program
Focuses on participant choice and preferences, providing prevocational and social skill training for adults with developmental disabilities.
ETAPAS After School Program
One-to-one support and sensory-friendly activities for children with autism and behavioral needs, held on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Get-Away Trips for Children
Weekend or day trips that provide respite for families and new experiences for children with developmental disabilities.
Residential Habilitation Program
Provides supervised, supportive homes in Manhattan and the Bronx where residents build daily living skills and independence in a family-style environment.
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Sensory-Inclusive Programming and Support 1 activity
- Accessibility and Sensory SupportProvides sensory tools, communication devices, adaptive materials, and sensory kits to support expression, communication, and self-discovery. Operates sensory-friendly spaces and integrates sensory supports across day, residential, and respite programs to promote inclusion and comfort.
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Disability Rights Advocacy & Self-Advocacy Empowerment 1 activity
- Advocacy for Rights and AccessWorks collaboratively with families and self-advocates to protect the rights of people with developmental disabilities and expand access to services and inclusive opportunities within the community.
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Day Habilitation Services 1 activity
- Day Habilitation and Prevocational ProgramsProvides structured day services for adults and children with developmental disabilities, focusing on prevocational training, social skills development, and personal growth through activities in arts, wellness, technology, and vocational areas. These programs support individuals living with their families or in community settings.
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Respite Care for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
- Family and Community Support ServicesOffers respite care, community habilitation, and reimbursement programs to support family well-being and sustained community engagement. Organizes events such as Friends and Family Day and an annual Walkathon to strengthen community connections for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD).
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Residential Support for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
- Residential Habilitation ServicesOperates supervised and supportive residential homes in the Bronx and Manhattan that provide individualized care, family-style routines, and skill-building in daily living, meal preparation, self-help, and social adaptation to promote independence and community belonging for individuals with developmental disabilities.
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Volunteer and Professional Training Programs 1 activity
- Staff and Volunteer TrainingDelivers ongoing training and support programs for staff and volunteers to build skills in empathetic, consistent, and safe care delivery, including certification in First Aid, CPR, AMAP, and emergency procedures.
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Non-Emergency Medical & Essential Transportation 1 activity
- Transportation ServicesProvides roundtrip transportation for participants in Day Services, Pre-Vocational training, and recreation programs, ensuring accessibility and full participation in all scheduled activities, including outings, trips, and respite care.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Community and Recreation ProgramsOffers flexible, community-based recreation programs including after-school, Saturday, and weekday sessions focused on creative arts, cooking, dance, city exploration, and social connection. Includes specialized programs like ETAPAS After School and Get-Away Trips, as well as sensory-friendly outings, retreats, and cultural experiences for children, teens, and adults with developmental disabilities.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$19.11M
Contributions & grants$108K1%
Program service revenue$19.01M99%
Investment income$4490%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$19.38M
Program expenses94%
Admin / overhead6%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$14.88M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$24.31M
Cash$2.94M
Investments$0
Liabilities$20.00M
Net assets$4.31M
Liquid reserves1.8 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +14.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yesenia Estrella | Executive Dir. | 35 | $169K |
board members · 10
- Dahiana Valerio — Director
- Elizabeth Pacheco — Director
- Godrey Rivera — Director
- Katherine Sanchez — Director
- Louis Minaya — Director
- Luciana Zornosa — Vice Chair
- Maria Luna — Chairperson
- Sally Grafton — Treasurer
- Saylin Mendez — Director
- Sharon Merchant — Secretary
relationships · 12
Who they work with
- Life Plans Partner — Coordinates with Life Plans to support service planning and outcomes for individuals with developmental disabilities.
- NYC Government — Provides services to families in New York City, indicating operational presence and alignment with local community needs.
- Not specified Partner — Supports group volunteering, indicating collaboration with external groups or organizations.
- OPWDD Government — Requires OPWDD approval for program eligibility
- OPWDD Government — Requires enrollment in OPWDD waiver for participation in recreation programs.
- Theresa Black Partner — Director of Residential Services at Centro Social La Esperanza Inc
- Volunteers Partner — Individuals who support operations through administrative tasks, event assistance, and technology innovation.
- families Partner — Partners with families to provide seamless support for individuals with developmental disabilities.
- health providers Partner — Works with health providers to coordinate care and support services.
- info@esperanzacenter.co Partner — Contact point for partnership inquiries
- local organizations Partner — Partners with local organizations to strengthen community-based support systems.
- schools Partner — Collaborates with schools to support individuals with developmental disabilities.
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.
- Community Connection as a Pathway to Empowermentmethodology: community_connection_modelBy prioritizing community engagement, shared experiences, and experiential activities, the organization fosters social connection and personal development, because meaningful participation in community life is essential to empowerment and well-being for individuals with I/DD.
- Dignity-Centered Care through Culturally Rooted and Sensory-Informed Environmentsmethodology: dignity_centered_careBy integrating culturally and linguistically accessible services with sensory-friendly, home-like settings, the organization supports emotional regulation, belonging, and dignity, because environmental and cultural alignment enhances trust and inclusion.
- Participant-Centered Habilitation with Individual Choicemethodology: participant_centered_habilitationBy centering individuals' preferences and choices in skill development, the organization fosters personal agency and effective habilitation outcomes, because autonomy and self-direction are foundational to dignity and growth.
- Strengths-Based and People-First Approachmethodology: strengths_based_approachBy focusing on individual strengths and identities beyond disability, the organization creates empowering environments that promote aspiration and community integration, because recognizing capability builds self-worth and engagement.