irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $315KLEAPS: PROVIDE ACADEMIC SUPPORT AND ENRICHMENT OPPORTUNITIES THAT WILL ASSIST STUDENTS IN MEETING ACADEMIC AND PERSONAL GOALS AS WELL AS EXPOSE YOUTH TO FUTURE LEARNING AND LIFE OPPORTUNITIES.
- #2 $196KDAYCARE: AT THE BELLE CENTER, WE OPERATE FROM A "CRADLE TO SUCCESS" MODEL PROVIDING OUR CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES WITH THE SUPPORT THEY NEED FOR THEIR CHILDREN TO HAVE SUCCESS. THIS ALL STARTS HERE WITH OUR EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM! WE VALUE THE CHILDREN OF THE FAMILIES WE SERVE AND HAVE PUT QUALIFIED AND EXPERIENCED STAFF IN PLACE TO EFFECTIVELY MEET THEIR NEEDS. WITH 95% OF FACULTY AND STAFF BEING BILINGUAL! THROUGH THE CHILD AND ADULT CARE FOOD PROGRAM, STUDENTS RECEIVE BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER, AND A SNACK. THE CENTER IS LICENSED BY THE NEW YORK STATE OFFICE OF CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES FOR INFANTS AGES 6 WEEKS 18 MONTHS, TODDLERS AGES 19 MONTHS 36 MONTHS, PRESCHOOLERS AGES 3-4.
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
After School
Recreational and fitness activities for younger and older clients including sports clinics, swimming, walking clubs, yoga, and pickleball.
Daycare
Early childhood program at the Belle Center for infants through preschoolers, following the Creative Curriculum and offering bilingual staff and meals via federal program.
Evening Prevention Program
Evening recreational and life skills program for youth ages 13–22, featuring sports and evidence-based workshops on substance abuse and violence prevention.
LEAPS
Academic support and enrichment program helping students meet academic and personal goals while exposing them to future learning opportunities.
Out of School Time Program
Licensed program serving grades K-8 with comprehensive services including arts, character development, homework support, literacy, science, and social skills.
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Community Fitness and Aquatics Programming 2 activities
- Offers after-school and out-of-school-time sports and fitness activitiesProvides organized sports and fitness programs for youth and older adults, including sports clinics, swim instruction, camps, leagues, e-sports, walking clubs, yoga, tai chi, Silver Sneakers, line dance, and pickle ball, both during and outside of school hours.
- Provides nightly recreational programming for youth aged 13–22Offers nightly recreational activities in volleyball, swimming, teqball, and basketball for 60–80 youth aged 13–22 on weekdays, designed as a deterrent to street life activities.
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Youth Substance Abuse Prevention Education 1 activity
- Implements evening prevention program using sports and life skills curriculumDelivers an evening prevention program that uses sports, exercise, and physical training as engagement tools, integrated with substance abuse prevention, violence prevention, life skills training, and evidence-based “Too Good” series workshops.
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Early Childhood Education & Development Programs 1 activity
- Operates early childhood programs under a 'cradle to success' modelRuns an early childhood program at the Belle Center serving infants (6 weeks–18 months), toddlers (19–36 months), and preschoolers (3–4 years), with bilingual staff and meals provided through the Child and Adult Care Food Program.
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Play-Based Early Childhood Education 1 activity
- Operates licensed early childhood center with play-based curriculumRuns a licensed early childhood center for 30 children using the Creative Curriculum for infants, toddlers, and twos, with a play-based approach to prepare children for pre-kindergarten and promote educational and social upward mobility.
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After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Operates licensed out-of-school-time program for K-8 studentsRuns a licensed out-of-school-time program serving 78 children in grades K–8, offering comprehensive services in arts & humanities, character development, health and fitness, homework support, literacy, science and technology, service learning, and social skills and conflict resolution.
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Student Support and Academic Services 1 activity
- Provides academic support and enrichment programs for studentsOffers academic support and enrichment opportunities to help students meet academic and personal goals and explore future learning and life opportunities.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$3.05M
Contributions & grants$1.83M60%
Program service revenue$1.21M40%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$9K
expenses
Total expenses$1.72M
Program expenses88%
Admin / overhead12%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$1.26M
Grants paid out$27K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$4.06M
Cash$2.13M
Investments$0
Liabilities$577K
Net assets$3.48M
Liquid reserves14.9 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +28.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| LUCY CANDELARIO | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $114K |
| SARFRAZ RAZA | DIRECTOR OF FINANCE | 40 | $43K |
board members · 11
- GILLIAN BROWN — DIRECTOR
- GLISET COLON - MORALES — DIRECTOR
- KENNETH COLON — DIRECTOR
- LUIS RODRIGUEZ — DIRECTOR
- MICHELLE R MOORE — SECRETARY
- MISAEL HERNANDEZ — VICE-PRESIDENT
- OCTAVIO VILLEGAS — TREASURER
- OSWALDO MESTRE JR — PRESIDENT
- ROSLYN MCLIN — DIRECTOR
- TAMARA O ALSACE — DIRECTOR
- YVONNE MCCRAY — DIRECTOR
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.
- Cradle to Success Modelmethodology: cradle_to_successBy providing continuous support from early childhood through development, we promote long-term success for children and families, because sustained engagement addresses evolving needs and builds cumulative advantages over time.
- Hook-and-Include Engagementmethodology: hook_and_includeBy using sports, exercise, and physical training as engagement hooks, we deliver integrated programming in substance abuse prevention, violence prevention, and life skills, because these activities attract participation and create trusted environments where youth are receptive to deeper interventions.
- Play-Based Learningmethodology: play_based_learningBy integrating play into the curriculum, we support learning and promote educational and social upward mobility in young children, because play fosters cognitive, emotional, and social development in developmentally appropriate ways.