irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2022
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $97KAlmost Fun's SAT prep was used by 25,000 students in 2022. From reviews shared by students in the Apple App Store, we've seen very positive feedback (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/almost-fun-sat/id1435862751?see-all=reviews). Many of the students using our resources have noted that they struggle with testing, have difficulty staying engaged, and / or experience other challenges in learning, but our resources help them stay focused and build their skills effectively.
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Culturally Responsive Teaching Resources
Free resources supporting culturally-responsive instruction that builds on students' existing knowledge
Infinite Practice
Online practice problems with step-by-step guidance and progress tracking for students
Math Lesson Plans
Instructional guides combining inquiry-based 3 Act Tasks with the 5E model for teaching math concepts
SAT Prep
Free digital SAT preparation resources used by over 25,000 students in 2022, featuring interactive tools and step-by-step help
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Mathematics Curriculum Implementation and Enrichment 1 activity
- Development and delivery of culturally-responsive K-12 math education resourcesCreates and distributes K-12 math lessons using inquiry-based 3 Act Tasks, the 5E instructional model, real-world analogies (e.g., fast forward/rewind for integer operations), video puzzles, and step-by-step homework help. Includes targeted content on integers, greatest common factor, multiples, LCM, fractions, and inequality symbols. Resources include lesson plans, worksheets, rubrics, templates, and mobile-accessible formats to support teachers and students.
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Student Club and Organization Support 1 activity
- Online student learning community via DiscordOperates a Discord community that supports student learning through peer interaction, complementing access to educational resources and structured lessons.
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College Access and Success Support 1 activity
- SAT preparation and college application support for low-income and BIPOC studentsProvides comprehensive SAT preparation resources, including subject-specific concept reviews, test-taking strategies, vocabulary building, grammar rules, and writing techniques, along with college application guidance on financial aid, recommendation letters, personal statements, and test-day expectations. Served 25,000 students in 2022, 20,000 in 2021, and 15,000 low-income and BIPOC students in 2020 through a pilot program that demonstrated improved retention, engagement, confidence, and score gains.
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financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$497K
Contributions & grants$497K100%
Program service revenue$3000%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$548K
Program expenses88%
Admin / overhead5%
Fundraising7%
Salaries & benefits$358K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$230K
Cash$227K
Investments$0
Liabilities$53K
Net assets$177K
Liquid reserves5.0 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +60.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lisa Wang | CEO | 60 | $80K |
board members · 3
- Eric Brooks — Director
- Laura McGinley — Director
- Phil Carter — Director
relationships · 3
Who they work with
- Discord Partner — Hosts a community for students on the Discord platform.
- NPR Partner — Curates and recommends episodes from the Code Switch podcast produced by NPR to educate about AAPI experiences.
- Thomas Jefferson Educational Campus Partner — Hosted a pilot program for Almost Fun's SAT prep at four high schools in East New York.
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.
- Analogical and Culturally-Responsive Teaching 67 orgsmethodology: analogical_learningBy using familiar cultural contexts, stories, and concrete analogies (e.g., candy division, fast forward/rewind), we improve students' conceptual understanding of math and build self-confidence, because these connections make abstract concepts accessible and personally meaningful.shared approach: Inquiry-Centered Learning →
- Conceptual Visualization through Inquiry 67 orgsmethodology: conceptual_visualizationBy presenting math as visual puzzles and inquiry-based tasks, we foster deeper conceptual understanding and critical thinking, because students construct meaning through exploration rather than rote memorization.shared approach: Inquiry-Centered Learning →
- Interactive, Self-Paced Learning Design 67 orgsmethodology: interactive_learningBy offering interactive, self-paced modules with built-in comprehension checks, we support independent mastery of math concepts, because immediate feedback and user-controlled pacing improve retention and reduce cognitive overload.shared approach: Inquiry-Centered Learning →
- Culturally-Responsive Digital Educationmethodology: culturally-responsive educationBy designing SAT prep resources that reflect the cultural contexts of low-income and BIPOC students, we improve learning outcomes, because traditional materials have failed these groups due to cultural irrelevance and bias.
- Prior Knowledge Activationmethodology: prior-knowledge-based learningBy anchoring math instruction in students’ real-world experiences and prior knowledge, we enhance engagement and comprehension, because learning is more effective when built on familiar cognitive foundations.