irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $2.00MEDUCATION - TO PROVIDE EDUCATIONAL SERVICES TO SCHOOL AGED CHILDREN WHO ARE EXPERIENCING VARIOUS DIFFICULTIES IN THE LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. UPON DISCHARGE, OUR CHILDREN HAVE SKILLS AND ABILITIES THAT THEY DID NOT HAVE PRIOR. THEY ARE BETTER EQUIPPED TO HANDLE LIFE INDEPENDENTLY IN THE COMMUNITY. 31 INDIVIDUALS SERVED.
- #2 $301KMEDICAID - PROGAM FOR MEDICAL AND HEALTH RELATED SERVICES FOR THE CHILDREN IN THE CARE OF THE CHILDREN'S HOME OF KINGSTON. 15 INDIVIDUALS SERVED.
named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Grove Street Academy
State-accredited Chapter 853 school offering individualized special education for male students ages 10–21 with emotional and learning disabilities, following IEPs in a 6:1:1 or 8:1:1 classroom setting aligned with NYS standards.
Residential Treatment Program
Therapeutic residential program for boys with histories of trauma, abuse, neglect, or behavioral challenges, using a DBT model and providing clinical and educational interventions on a five-acre campus in Kingston.
Wellness Program
Comprehensive wellness initiative promoting physical, emotional, and mental health through nutrition education, physical activity, mental health services, and a supportive environment aligned with USDA and NYS standards.
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Youth Development and Support Services 1 activity
- Family support and reintegration servicesProvides family support services to facilitate the safe reintegration of boys into their homes, supporting continuity of care and family engagement throughout the treatment process.
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Local High School Scholarship Programs 1 activity
- Funding education for financially needy youth through the Edward M. Stanbrough FundAdministers the Edward M. Stanbrough Fund, established in 1944, to award grants supporting the education of financially needy youth from Kingston and surrounding areas.
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Direct Clinical Care Services 1 activity
- Medical and health-related services through MedicaidProvides medical and health-related services to children in care through Medicaid, supporting their overall well-being and treatment outcomes.
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Youth Health and Wellness Education 1 activity
- Nutrition, health, and wellness educationProvides nutrition promotion, physical education, school-based wellness activities, and general health instruction to support lifelong healthy habits and positive mental and behavioral health. Conducts annual assessments of wellness policy compliance and progress, with results made publicly available.
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Community Fitness and Aquatics Programming 1 activity
- Onsite recreational programming for residential youthOperates recreational facilities including a swimming pool, soccer field, basketball court, indoor recreation space, and gymnasium to support year-round physical and social development activities for residential youth.
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Residential Care for At-Risk Youth 1 activity
- Residential therapeutic treatment for youth with emotional or behavioral challengesProvides intensive therapeutic residential treatment for young males aged 10–21 with histories of trauma and emotional or behavioral challenges, offering a structured environment to address personal challenges and prepare for successful futures. Operates residential programs serving up to 48 youth.
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Special Education Support Services 1 activity
- Special education services in a therapeutic settingOperates a state-accredited special education school providing elementary, middle, and high school education in self-contained classroom settings (6:1:1 and 8:1:1 ratios) aligned with New York State curriculum and Regents requirements for male students aged 10–21 with behavioral and emotional challenges.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$8.17M
Contributions & grants$1.75M21%
Program service revenue$5.93M73%
Investment income$485K6%
Other revenue$3K
expenses
Total expenses$8.01M
Program expenses82%
Admin / overhead18%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$5.57M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$6.17M
Cash$1.53M
Investments$2.16M
Liabilities$4.30M
Net assets$1.86M
Liquid reserves5.5 mo
7 years on record · 2018–2024 · YoY revenue -4.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| LEILA SANTANA | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $124K |
board members · 6
- CHRISTINA BARTLEY — BOARD MEMBER
- EVAN ROTHFUSS — BOARD MEMBER
- LESHAWN PARKER — BOARD MEMBER
- RYAN HAWTHORNE — BOARD MEMBER
- STANLEY NITZKY — BOARD MEMBER
- YVONNE PARKER — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 7
Who they work with
- Child Welfare League of America Network — Became an Associate Member after consultations beginning in 1964; guided administrative and programmatic reforms starting in 1965.
- Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ulster County Partner — Collaborates with The Children's Home of Kingston to provide hands-on nutrition and cooking education for youth.
- Department of Social Services Partner — Refers youth to the Residential Treatment Program.
- New York State Department of Education Government — Affiliated as a state-accredited 853 school operating under New York State education standards and Regents requirements.
- RCAL Partner — RCAL representative serves as Secretary on the board of directors of the Children's Home of Kingston.
- USDA Government — Follows USDA nutrition standards in the National School Lunch Program for all food offerings.
- Ulster County Mental Health Board Partner — Collaborates on the delivery of clinical social work services through the re-established Social Work and Clinical Programs beginning in 1965.
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.
- DBT-Integrated Therapeutic Modelmethodology: DBT-modelBy integrating Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) with clinical and educational interventions, we improve behavioral and emotional outcomes for youth affected by trauma and mental health challenges, because structured therapeutic support enhances emotional regulation and reduces maladaptive behaviors.
- Family-Driven Reintegration Modelmethodology: family-driven careBy involving families in a nurturing, supportive residential treatment model, we prepare youth for successful reintegration into family and community life, because sustained family engagement increases the likelihood of long-term behavioral stability and social belonging.
- Individualized Therapeutic Education Planningmethodology: individualized-education-planningBy tailoring multisensory instruction to individual learning and emotional needs through Individualized Education Programs, we support academic and emotional growth in youth who struggle in traditional settings, because personalized, diagnostic-driven instruction improves engagement and outcomes.
- Residential Therapeutic Environment with Co-Regulationmethodology: therapeutic-environment-with-co-regulationBy providing a structured, low-stimulation, cellphone-free residential environment with specialized staff for real-time emotional co-regulation, we bridge clinical and academic needs, because consistent environmental and emotional support improves engagement and behavioral stability in youth with emotional and behavioral challenges.
- Whole-Environment Wellness Modelmethodology: whole-school-environmentBy aligning nutrition, physical activity, and social-emotional wellness across school and residential settings, we reinforce consistent health-promoting behaviors, because integrated environmental messaging strengthens habit formation and long-term well-being.