irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2023
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $785KCounseling - to provide substance abuse counseling and life counseling to approximately 60 parents.
- #2 $866KEducation and Recreation - provide afterschool tutoring for school-age children. Approximately 200 families served.
named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
A.L Jones Sports Complex
Facility-based sports programming, including basketball leagues and physical activity for youth
Claremont Rising Program
Youth development initiative that includes field trips and experiential learning opportunities
Counseling
Provides substance abuse and life counseling services to approximately 60 parents
Education and Recreation
After-school tutoring and recreational activities for school-age children, serving approximately 200 families
Robotics
STEM program engaging students in robotics and technology education
SONYC Program
STEM-focused after-school program offering hands-on learning and enrichment activities for youth
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- After-school and summer youth programmingProvides after-school programming for approximately 160–200 youth annually, including academic support, STEM activities, arts, sports, and leadership development, alongside a summer day camp for 100 children ages 6–12 offering structured enrichment, field trips, and academic support to mitigate summer learning loss.
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Charter School Operations 1 activity
- Charter school operation with Montessori curriculumOperates a public charter school serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade in the Bronx, implementing a Montessori-based, hands-on curriculum and providing universal free breakfast and lunch to all students.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Community events and facility useHosts year-round community events in its gymnasium and other facilities, including town halls, health fairs, live performances, and annual celebrations such as Thanksgiving, Mother’s Day, and Women’s History Month, as well as leadership seminars and tech meetups.
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Youth Soccer Development Programs 1 activity
- Community sports and physical activity programsProvides free, high-quality year-round sports programming across New York City’s five boroughs, including basketball, soccer, volleyball, flag football, yoga, karate, and boxing, with multiple sessions offered nightly and flexible scheduling to promote youth health and wellness.
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Play-Based Early Childhood Education 1 activity
- Early childhood education and day careProvides structured early childhood education through day care and pre-kindergarten programs that emphasize play-based learning, problem-solving, and observation, with services offered Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM and sliding scale fees to ensure accessibility.
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Family-School Engagement Programs 1 activity
- Family engagement and support servicesOperates a Family Center to engage parents in their children's education, offers parenting workshops, child development guidance, and connects families with community resources; also provides a computer resource center for parents to access job and educational tools.
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Youth Leadership Development Programs 1 activity
- Specialized youth development initiativesOperates targeted programs such as Teens to the Top and Fresh Air Fund placements, which provide academic, physical, and leadership development opportunities, career awareness, and community service projects for teens, alongside youth employment, internships, and service learning.
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Outpatient Substance Use Treatment 1 activity
- Substance abuse and life counseling servicesProvides substance abuse counseling and life counseling services to approximately 60 parents annually.
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College Access and Success Support 1 activity
- Workforce development and college readiness programsOffers college readiness training including application guidance, financial aid assistance, essay workshops, SAT/ACT prep, and college tours; also provides workforce development services such as resume support, interview preparation, and mentorship to help youth and adults secure employment.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$4.13M
Contributions & grants$3.98M96%
Program service revenue$154K4%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$4.00M
Program expenses91%
Admin / overhead9%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$3.30M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$339K
Cash$74K
Investments$0
Liabilities$317K
Net assets$22K
Liquid reserves0.2 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue +41.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abraham Jones | Executive Director | 35 | $231K |
| Christopher Wilson | Deputy Executive Director | 35 | $186K |
board members · 5
- Charles Greene — Treasurer
- Cornell Nolton — President
- Grace Hunter — Secretary
- Joetta Brown — Member
- Luis Torres — Member
relationships · 12
Who they work with
- Aleene Logan Pre-School Center Partner — Subsidiary daycare center providing early childhood education services under CNC
- Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson Government — Funded the renovation of the gymnasium through her office's support.
- Department of Youth and Community Development Government — Collaborates with CNC to offer specialized after-school programs including Lego Robotics, Drones, Soccer for Success, and Expanded Ed STEM Programming.
- Fresh Air Fund Partner — Partners with the Fresh Air Fund to provide placement opportunities for youth.
- Louis A. Fickling Child Development Center Partner — Subsidiary daycare center providing early childhood education services under CNC
- New York City Department of Education Government — Public educational institution operating under the New York City Department of Education.
- SONYC Program Partner — Collaborates on STEM education initiatives for youth.
- community partners Partner — Collaborates with community partners to deliver sports programming at shared sites.
- local businesses Partner — Partners with local businesses to connect program participants with employment opportunities.
- local schools Partner — Hosts SNL program activities at local school facilities.
- other workforce development agencies Partner — Collaborates with workforce development agencies to provide job readiness and retention services.
- volunteer@claremontcenter.org Partner — Point of contact for individuals interested in volunteering with Claremont Neighborhood Centers Inc.
strategies · 5
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.
- College and Workforce Readiness through Mentorshipmethodology: peer_mentoringBy combining college readiness training and job placement with peer and ongoing mentorship, the organization supports successful transitions to higher education and sustainable careers because relational support increases persistence and navigational capacity in complex systems.
- Family Engagement as a Lever for Student Successmethodology: family_engagementBy actively involving families through dedicated resources like the Family Center, bilingual staff, and enrollment outreach, the organization strengthens student outcomes because family inclusion builds trust, continuity, and community ownership of education.
- Holistic Youth Development through Integrated Programmingmethodology: holistic-youth-developmentBy integrating academic support, arts, sports, leadership, and social-emotional learning in after-school and summer programs, the organization fosters confidence, skill development, and academic achievement in youth because multi-domain engagement addresses the interconnected needs of developing adolescents.
- Structured Youth Engagement in Safe, Positive Environmentsmethodology: structured youth engagementBy offering structured recreation and education programs during high-risk hours (after school, evenings, weekends), the organization promotes sociability, physical health, and academic achievement because consistent, supervised activities provide safety and developmental continuity.
- Summer Learning Loss Prevention via Integrated Literacymethodology: summer_learning_loss_preventionBy embedding a literacy-focused academic component into summer camp programming, the organization mitigates summer learning loss because integrating academics into engaging, holistic environments sustains cognitive development during school breaks.