irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2023
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $108KSummer Ballet Workshop
named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
Academy Program
Non-competitive training for youth who love dance, offering beginner to advanced levels with flexible class frequency and performance opportunities.
Children’s Division (Ages 3–6)
Introductory ballet program for young children focusing on creative movement, coordination, and musicality through age-appropriate instruction.
Jump Start! Outreach Program
Community outreach initiative mentioned in faculty bios, designed to broaden access to ballet training for underserved youth.
Lower School (Levels I–V)
Progressive ballet training building technical foundation, discipline, and artistry. Includes pointe work introduction at Level IV based on faculty assessment.
Pre-Professional Training Program (PTP I–III)
Intensive training program for dedicated students pursuing dance careers, with admission by audition or invitation. Includes daily technique classes, master classes, and performance opportunities.
Summer Ballet Workshop
Annual summer program providing intensive dance training, listed as a primary activity in IRS filings with documented expenses and revenue.
The Nutcracker
Annual performance of "The Nutcracker," a signature production involving students and professional company members, serving as a major community engagement and artistic event.
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Ballet and Dance Education Programs 2 activities
- Ballet training and ability-based placementOffers ballet classes and training programs for students of all ages and abilities, using an ability-based placement and promotion system that prioritizes mastery over age or duration of study. Programs include the Pre-Professional Training Program and Academy Program.
- Summer ballet workshops and intensivesOperates multiple summer programs including a four-week intensive for dancers at Level III and above or ages 11+, a Young Dancer Workshop for ages 7–10 using a “Build a Ballet” model, a Contemporary Ballet Intensive, and an EB Experience program for competitive dancers. These programs were listed as primary activities in IRS-990 filings for 2020 and 2023.
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Annual Ballet Performances with Community Engagement 1 activity
- Annual production of The NutcrackerStages an annual performance of The Nutcracker featuring young dancers and professional artists with live orchestral accompaniment. This program was listed as a primary activity in the 2019 IRS-990 filing.
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Dance Performance and Community Engagement 1 activity
- Community engagement and outreach programsOperates the Jump Start! Outreach Program and hosts open house events featuring facility tours, free demo classes, open studio time, and opportunities to meet faculty and dancers, supporting community access to ballet.
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Music Education and Training Programs 1 activity
- Student performance opportunitiesProvides regular performance opportunities for students in both the Pre-Professional Training Program and Academy Program, including an annual Student Workshop Performance and other events to celebrate student progress and development.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$983K
Contributions & grants$81K8%
Program service revenue$632K64%
Investment income$21K2%
Other revenue$249K
expenses
Total expenses$909K
Program expenses72%
Admin / overhead27%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$524K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.22M
Cash$266K
Investments$0
Liabilities$1.24M
Net assets$-14K
Liquid reserves3.5 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +7.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maurice B curry | Former Director | 60 | $114K |
| Rebecca Castka | Director | 60 | $3K |
board members · 10
- Dr Jorge Baez — Board Member
- Elvire Daniels — Board Member
- Greg DeSantis Esq — Board Member
- Jamie Stanton — Secretary
- Janet Verutes — Treasurer
- Jennifer Gillooley — Board Member
- Jennifer Sauter — Board Member
- Judd Gerber — Board Member
- Margaret Velez-Cooper — President
- Nikki Klareich — Board Member
relationships · 5
Who they work with
- Corps Dancewear Partner — Partner vendor for the sale and distribution of official Eglevsky Ballet uniform leotards and dancewear.
- Not specified Partner — Hosts master classes led by renowned educators and offers private coaching and individualized mentoring for pre-professional students.
- Park Avenue Chamber Symphony Partner — Provides live orchestral accompaniment for Eglevsky Ballet's production of The Nutcracker.
- Progressing Ballet Technique Partner — Faculty member completed certification in Progressing Ballet Technique, indicating a formal training partnership.
- Tilles Center for the Performing Arts Partner — Hosts performances of Eglevsky Ballet's The Nutcracker.
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.
- Creative Collaboration Through Original Productionmethodology: creative_collaboration_modelBy combining technical training with creative collaboration in original productions, the organization develops choreographic understanding, storytelling, and teamwork, because engaging students in creation deepens artistic ownership and learning beyond rote technique.
- Integrated Arts Access Modelmethodology: integrated_arts_accessBy combining professional performances, training, and community engagement, the organization makes ballet accessible and bridges cultural divides, because integrating multiple access points increases relevance and lowers barriers for diverse audiences and participants.
- Integrated Pedagogy Model for Technical Excellencemethodology: integrated_ballet_pedagogyBy integrating the Vaganova, Royal Academy of Dance, and Cecchetti methods, the organization designs technically sound curricula, because combining established pedagogical systems produces a more comprehensive and adaptable training framework.
- Mastery-Based Progression in Classical Ballet Trainingmethodology: mastery_based_progressionBy using individualized, mastery-based progression with evaluations, the organization ensures technical readiness before advancing students, because this approach builds strong foundational technique and reduces injury risk in classical ballet training.
- Non-Competitive Environment for Personal Growthmethodology: non_competitive_developmentBy providing ballet training in a supportive, non-competitive environment, the organization fosters sustained engagement and skill development, because reducing performance pressure allows students to focus on personal growth and long-term artistic development.