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ROADS TO SUCCESS INC
NEW YORK, NY · EIN 113599459 · Form 990 · FY2023 · NTEE P33 · Human Services · Medium ($1M-$10M) · roadstosuccess.org
revenue
$6.3M
expenses
$6.0M
net assets
$1.0M
employees
245
volunteers
16
program ratio
84%
mission · from form 990

THE ORGANIZATION AIMS TO PROMOTE THE ACADEMIC, SOCIAL, EMOTIONAL, AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OF YOUTH BY DELIVERING ENRICHING ACADEMIC AND RECREATIONAL PROGRAMMING, AS WELL AS A COLLEGE ACCESS AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT CURRICULUM.

profile · synthesized from sources

Nonprofit serving youth and young adults in New York City through after-school, summer, college access, and workforce development programs. Focuses on academic support, social-emotional learning, and career readiness for students from underserved communities. Has served over 8,000 youth annually for 25 years, providing more than 2 million hours of direct service each year.

named programs · 8 · from sources

What they call their work

CREATE After-School Program
Provides academic support, homework help, and social-emotional learning for students beyond the classroom
College Exploration Program
Guides teens through college and career exploration, financial literacy, and project-based learning
Cornerstone Program
Provides holistic services including educational workshops, recreational activities, and social services for youth and adults
EXPLORE After-School Program
Offers enrichment activities and builds social-emotional (SEL) skills in a nurturing environment
Invest Fest 2026 Trip
Provides 80 Bronx youth with an all-expenses-paid educational trip to Atlanta for entrepreneurship and college exposure
Summer Camps
Offers academics and enrichment programming including field trips, arts, and outdoor recreation
Workforce Development Program
Provides paid internships and real-world work experience for students; places over 1,200 annually
Youth Success Summit
Annual event connecting over 800 youth with mentors from top companies like Deloitte, CitiBank, and Advantage Capital
activities · 7 groups

What they do

  • Student Career Readiness and Internship Placement 2 activities
    • Paid internship placement program
      Places over 1,200 college and public-school students in paid internships annually to provide work experience and support career development.
    • Youth internship and leadership development events
      Hosts the annual Youth Success Summit, connecting over 800 youth with mentors from leading companies, and organizes events and showcases where students can demonstrate and celebrate their achievements.
  • After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
    • After-school academic and enrichment programming
      Operates after-school programs for over 4,000 students from NYC public schools, providing academic support, homework help, literacy instruction, and enrichment activities including STEAM, creative arts, performing arts, fitness, and team-building. Programs run year-round, including summer and flexible weekday hours through the Cornerstone Program.
  • Nonprofit Capacity Building Services 1 activity
    • Capacity building and organizational development
      Established internal departments in Human Resources, Education, and Development to strengthen organizational capacity and support program expansion.
  • College Access and Success Support 1 activity
    • College access and career development programming
      Provides college access services to over 1,000 teens annually, including mentorship, college campus visits, college tours, preparation for higher education, and individualized student plans developed with families and educators. Also includes GED preparation and vocational training as part of broader postsecondary readiness.
  • Youth Cultural and Educational Travel Programs 1 activity
    • Educational trips and experiential learning opportunities
      Provides all-expenses-paid educational trips such as attendance at Invest Fest 2026 for 80 youth from the Bronx, including mandatory orientation and workshop sessions to prepare participants.
  • Youth Development Programs 1 activity
    • Family and community engagement programming
      Hosts community events, parent workshops, and outreach programs to support families and strengthen community engagement in New York City.
  • School-Based Mental Health and Family Support 1 activity
    • Health and well-being services
      Provides access to physical and mental health resources, including counseling services, restorative justice practices, and healthcare information, in partnership with local organizations to support student well-being.
financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$6.34M
Contributions & grants$4.49M71%
Program service revenue$1.88M30%
Investment income$30K0%
Other revenue$-69K
expenses
Total expenses$6.04M
Program expenses84%
Admin / overhead13%
Fundraising3%
Salaries & benefits$4.24M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.44M
Cash$222K
Investments$0
Liabilities$403K
Net assets$1.04M
Liquid reserves0.4 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue -17.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023

Who runs it

paid leadership · 4
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
SHEILA DUKE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER 40 $181K
BASHAN FERNANDEZ CHIEF PROGRAM OFFICER 40 $118K
ELIZABETH RECIO DIRECTOR OF FINANCE 40 $104K
ESTHER KUYKENDOLL CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER 40 $78K
board members · 16
  • ALLIE O'SHEA — DIRECTOR
  • CAROLINE PAPADATOS — DIRECTOR
  • CHARLIE MILES — SECRETARY
  • D'JUAN NEAL — DIRECTOR
  • GREGORIO CONCHA-TORO — CHAIR
  • GREGORY OLSON — DIRECTOR
  • JACQUELINE FUSCO — TREASURER
  • JANINE LYONS — DIRECTOR
  • JEAN TEO — DIRECTOR
  • JONATHAN BACH — VICE CHAIR
  • LARRY HACKETT — DIRECTOR
  • MARIA ALBANO — DIRECTOR
  • MATTHEW WRAY — DIRECTOR
  • NATALIE CUCHEL — DIRECTOR
  • SAAD CECIL — DIRECTOR
  • SCORPIO ROGERS — DIRECTOR
relationships · 15

Who they work with

  • Advantage Capital Partner — Partner organization whose mentors participate in the Youth Success Summit.
  • AimHigh Partner — Partners with Roads to Success to provide an all-expenses-paid educational experience for 80 Bronx youth at Invest Fest 2026.
  • CitiBank Partner — Partner organization whose mentors participate in the Youth Success Summit.
  • Council Member Kevin Riley Partner — Collaborates on organizing and delivering an all-expenses-paid trip for Bronx youth to attend Invest Fest 2026.
  • Deloitte Partner — Partner organization whose mentors participate in the Youth Success Summit.
  • Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Nassau Alumnae Chapter Partner — Sheila Duke is a member of this organization, indicating community engagement aligned with her leadership role.
  • LinkedIn Partner — Follows and engages with audience on LinkedIn for organizational outreach.
  • LinkedIn Partner — Platform used for organizational outreach and engagement
  • MLK Community Center Partner — Sheila Duke began her career as a local tutor at this community center, where she grew up.
  • NAACP Partner — Sheila Duke serves as the 1st Vice President of her local NAACP branch, reflecting organizational affiliation and community leadership.
  • New York City Department of Youth and Community Development Partner — Collaborates on participant registration for the Cornerstone Program through its online application system.
  • New York Edge Partner — Sheila Duke previously managed youth development programs at this organization, including summer and after-school initiatives.
  • TCS New York City Marathon Partner — Official Charity Partner, enabling fundraising through marathon participation.
  • Union Settlement Association Partner — Sheila Duke held a senior leadership role at this organization, overseeing major youth and early childhood programs.
  • Wells Fargo Partner — Peter Rodriguez, a member of the RTS Associate Board, began his career at Wells Fargo and the organization is referenced in the context of professional development and mentorship values aligned with Roads to Success
strategies · 4

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.

  • Experiential and Project-Based Learning
    methodology: experiential_learning
    By engaging youth in real-world projects and interdisciplinary STEAM activities, we produce deeper learning and ownership because hands-on, collaborative research and presentation build competence and motivation.
  • Growth Mindset Development
    methodology: growth_mindset_development
    By teaching youth that intelligence and abilities can be developed through effort and support, we produce greater academic persistence and self-efficacy because belief in malleable intelligence fosters resilience in the face of challenges.
  • Holistic Youth Development
    methodology: holistic_youth_development
    By integrating academic support, life skills training, recreational activities, and career exposure, we produce well-rounded youth development because addressing multiple dimensions of growth fosters resilience and long-term success in education and life.
  • Student Empowerment Through Mentorship and Community
    methodology: student_empowerment_through_mentorship
    By combining mentorship, peer community, and family collaboration, we produce increased student agency and leadership because sustained relational support fosters belonging and personal ownership of educational goals.