irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $5.49MTHE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES DAY CARE SERVICES TO THE COMMUNITY WITH THE SUPPORT FROM NEW YORK CITY ADMINISTRATIVE FOR CHILDREN'S SERVICES.
- #2 $109KTHE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES COMPUTER TRAINING, COMPUTER FACILITIES AND THE USE OF COMPUTER EQUIPMENT TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC AND MEMBERS WITHIN THE COMMUNITY.
named programs · 10 · from sources
What they call their work
After School and Tutoring and Recreation
Provides remote and in-person after-school tutoring and recreational activities for elementary school students, supporting academic learning and engagement.
Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)
Federal reimbursement program that supports home-based child care providers in serving nutritious meals that meet USDA standards.
Citizenship Classes
Year-round instruction for legal permanent residents preparing for the U.S. naturalization exam, covering civics and history, with open enrollment and weekly classes.
College Readiness for High Schoolers
Three-part program including Sophomore Skills Course, SAT Preparation Course, and College Preparation Program to support high school students through college readiness, test preparation, and application processes including financial aid and essay writing.
East 196 Street Playstreet
Summer recreation program in partnership with the Police Athletic League offering sports, games, arts and crafts, and sprinklers for children in the community.
English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes
Free ESL instruction at beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels held weekly from October to May to help adults improve communication, employment, and family engagement skills.
Family Childcare Network
Supports over 300 families and licensed family daycare providers in the Northwest Bronx through Early Learn NYC and DOE contracts, offering 3K services and subsidized care for working families.
Immigration Services
Offers free consultations and assistance with citizenship applications, family petitions, visas, adjustment of status, and USCIS forms to community members.
Senior Programs
Provides comprehensive social services exclusively to older adult residents, including eviction prevention, healthcare coordination, benefits assistance, counseling, and social activities.
Summer Youth Employment Program
Partners with DYCD and Mosholu Montefiore Community Center to provide summer work experience for teens and young adults in various programs.
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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CACFP Meal Service and Administration 1 activity
- Administers nutrition program for child care providersAdministers the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) for day care homes, providing education, support, and reimbursements to ensure delivery of nutritious meals that meet USDA standards.
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Community Capacity Building & Leadership Networks 1 activity
- Builds capacity among family daycare providersCo-founded Providers United, a network of over 50 family daycare providers in the northwest Bronx, to strengthen provider collaboration and support.
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Affordable Housing Development and Management 1 activity
- Develops affordable housing in the Northwest BronxProvides and manages affordable housing units for community residents in the Northwest Bronx.
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College Access and Success Support 1 activity
- Offers college and SAT preparation programs for high school studentsProvides structured academic support including a weekly small-group Sophomore Skills Course, SAT preparation with practice exams, and a College Preparation Program for seniors assisting with applications, financial aid (FAFSA, TAP, CSS Profile), essays, and recommendation letters.
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Early Childhood Education & Development Programs 1 activity
- Operates early childhood education and day care programsProvides day care services to the community, including 3K School Day/Year services launched in 2021 that currently serve over 300 families with support from a multidisciplinary team. Participates in the Early Learn NYC initiative and expanded capacity through a DOE contract in 2020.
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Digital Literacy Training and Technology Access 1 activity
- Provides computer access and training for community membersOffers computer training, facilities, and access to equipment for the general public and community members to support digital literacy and inclusion.
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After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Provides educational and recreational programs for youthOperates after-school tutoring, summer recreation programs, and work opportunities for youth, including remote tutoring for elementary students, summer programs with recreational and educational components, and participation in the Summer Youth Employment Program.
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ESL and Citizenship Instruction 1 activity
- Provides immigration and citizenship servicesOffers citizenship preparation classes and ESL instruction, serving an average of 30 students in citizenship programs and 20–25 in ESL per session, while assisting 4–5 walk-in clients daily; has helped over 1,500 community members become U.S. citizens.
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Senior Independence Support Services 1 activity
- Provides supportive services for older adultsOffers a comprehensive range of services for seniors including eviction prevention, healthcare coordination, home care assistance, money management, benefits access, counseling referrals, and social, educational, and recreational activities, delivered through a collaborative model and exclusively to residents at designated housing locations.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$7.82M
Contributions & grants$6.89M88%
Program service revenue$793K10%
Investment income$11K0%
Other revenue$129K
expenses
Total expenses$7.68M
Program expenses98%
Admin / overhead2%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$1.75M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$5.12M
Cash$2.08M
Investments$250K
Liabilities$2.37M
Net assets$2.75M
Liquid reserves3.6 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +0.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| HENG LY | EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT | 1 | $374K |
| ROXANNA CHOWDHRY | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $230K |
board members · 9
- CHERYL HARPER — Treasurer
- ERIKA MARTINEZ — VICE PRESIDENT
- Eileen Hogan — PRESIDENT
- IVAN BOHORQUEZ — DIRECTOR
- JOSE NORAT — DIRECTOR
- LUIS LUGO — DIRECTOR
- MARIBEL MONTILLA — DIRECTOR
- S LEMURIA ALAWODE-EL — DIRECTOR
- WILLIAM DALEY — SECRETARY
relationships · 11
Who they work with
- Concourse House Partner — Affiliated organization providing transitional housing and supportive services to families.
- Fordham Bedford Housing Corporation Partner — Affiliated organization providing affordable housing in the Northwest Bronx.
- Fordham Bedford Housing Corporation Partner — Founded FBCS and shares a mission integrating affordable housing with social services.
- Lady K Fever Partner — Collaborates with Fordham Bedford organizations on youth art programs.
- Mosholu Montefiore Community Center Partner — Works with FBCS to place youth in the Summer Youth Employment Program.
- New York City Administration for Children's Services Government — Supports the organization's day care services program
- New York City Department of Education Government — Holds a contract with FBCS to expand early childhood education services under the Early Learn NYC initiative.
- Police Athletic League Partner — Collaborates with Fordham Bedford Community Services to operate the East 196th Street Playstreet summer program.
- UNHP Partner — Co-founded the Providers United network in 1999.
- USCIS Government — Assists clients with forms required by USCIS as part of immigration services.
- USDA Government — Provides federal funding and regulatory framework for the Child and Adult Care Food Program administered by FBCS.
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.
- Community-Driven Support Modelmethodology: community-driven_support_modelBy co-creating a supportive community environment with residents, we promote well-being because meaningful social connections foster resilience and mutual accountability.
- Individualized Strengths-Based Approachmethodology: individualized_strengths-based_approachBy tailoring services to each resident’s unique history, talents, and challenges, we improve outcomes because personalized support increases relevance, engagement, and self-efficacy.
- Integrated Housing and Supportive Servicesmethodology: integrated-housing-and-servicesBy combining affordable housing with on-site social services, we stabilize families and strengthen communities because housing stability enables sustained engagement with supportive programming.