named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Critter Caravan and Specialist Visits
Monthly enrichment activities including animal visits, music, and yoga/movement, provided by external specialists.
Precious Preschoolers
Program for four-year-olds preparing for kindergarten, with a focus on literacy, math, STEM, and 21st-century skills like empathy and teamwork.
Science Enrichment Class
Optional weekly science class for three-year-olds offered in the spring, designed to enhance STEM learning.
Summer Session
Five-week summer program for children entering the Threes class, held Tuesday through Thursday in late June and early July.
Terrific Twos
Early childhood program for two-year-old children focusing on separation, socialization, and foundational learning through play.
Thrilling Threes
Preschool program for three-year-olds emphasizing creativity, socialization, and developmentally appropriate learning through play-based themes.
activities · 10 groups
What they do
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Play-Based Early Childhood Education 2 activities
- Host summer session for preschoolersOffers a five-week summer program for children entering the Threes class, held three days per week (Tuesday–Thursday) starting in late June. The summer session expands on the toddler curriculum and introduces a more structured schedule.
- Operate early childhood education programs for toddlers and preschoolersProvides structured, play-based early childhood education programs for children ages 2 to 4, including biweekly toddler sessions, three-day weekly programs for three-year-olds, and a five-day morning program for mixed-age groups of three- and four-year-olds. Programs emphasize age-appropriate curriculum, constructive play, and strong educator-child relationships.
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Comprehensive Student Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Deliver enrichment and specialist-led activitiesOffers regular in-school enrichment programs including music, animal education (e.g., Critter Caravan), yoga, and science classes. Monthly specialist visits and seasonal programming enhance children's learning experiences beyond the core curriculum.
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School and School-Community Events 1 activity
- Facilitate family and community engagement through eventsOrganizes annual and recurring community events such as Fall and Spring Picnics, Pancake Breakfasts, Halloween and Pajama Parties, Parents Night Out, and silent auctions to connect families and foster engagement outside the classroom setting.
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Fundraising for Community and Charitable Initiatives 1 activity
- Fund emergency and equity support through donor campaignsFunds the "PCC for Good" fund through silent auctions and donations to support low-income families and provide emergency assistance, established in memory of founding member Barbara Waugh.
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Indigenous and Diaspora Cultural Preservation 1 activity
- Implement art and cultural education projectsConducts educational art activities centered on cultural themes, including projects honoring Indigenous Americans and patriotic celebrations of the USA’s 250th anniversary, fostering creativity and awareness.
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Volunteer Mobilization for Community Improvement 1 activity
- Lead community-building initiatives and service projectsOrganizes volunteer efforts such as building a new community playground in Nannahagan Park and installing Pleasantville’s first Little Free Library as a community gift, strengthening ties between the center and the broader village.
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Family-School Engagement Programs 1 activity
- Maintain parent-teacher communication and program transparencyFacilitates regular communication between parents and teachers through daily conversations, phone calls, formal conferences, and weekly email recaps with photos and learning summaries to keep families engaged in their child's development.
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Structured Student Enrollment Process 1 activity
- Manage enrollment and admissions processAccepts registrations for the upcoming school year, maintains a waitlist for full classes, and offers in-person tours and appointments for prospective families. Requires proof of up-to-date immunizations at enrollment.
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Direct Financial Assistance to Individuals 1 activity
- Provide emergency and subsidized support to familiesOperates a fund that supports low-income families through subsidized attendance and offers emergency financial assistance to families experiencing unexpected hardship.
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Special Education Preschool Programs 1 activity
- Support children with individualized care and inclusion practicesProvides individualized support for children with special needs and separation anxiety through inclusive practices, close family communication, and tailored care strategies to ensure all children can thrive in the program.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$196K
Contributions & grants$2000%
Program service revenue$191K98%
Investment income$2K1%
Other revenue$3K
expenses
Total expenses$261K
Program expenses68%
Admin / overhead32%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$145K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$338K
Cash$49K
Investments$287K
Liabilities$28K
Net assets$310K
Liquid reserves15.4 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +2.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleen M Sharif | Program Director | 30 | $45K |
board members · 10
- Camilla Corvino — Treasurer
- Francesca Sanford — Director
- Jennifer Broder — Co-President
- Julia Cunningham — Director
- Kate Ryan — Secretary
- Katie Ruhl — Director
- Kelly Bernarducci — Director
- Kristen Fleming — Director
- Meredith Belle — Co-President
- Rebecca Gramarossa — Director
relationships · 15
Who they work with
- Beecher Flooks Funeral Home Partner — Approved the location for the Little Free Library alongside the church and funeral home.
- Chad Kraus Photography Partner — Captured professional photographs of PCC’s 50th anniversary celebration event.
- Child Care Council of Westchester, Inc. Government — Relies on guidance from the Child Care Council of Westchester to inform health and safety policies.
- Colleen Partner — Staff member who provided individualized support for a child with special needs.
- Inside Pleasantville & Briarcliff Manor Partner — Featured Pleasantville Children's Center in a cover story article.
- Mount Pleasant Public Library Partner — Hosted the 2026 Art Show featuring student artwork from Pleasantville Childrens Center Inc.
- Mount Pleasant Public Library Partner — Hosted the PCC Annual Art Show in collaboration with the school.
- PayPal Partner — Platform used for electronic donations
- Pleasantville Chamber of Commerce Partner — Conducted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to commemorate PCC’s 50th anniversary.
- Pleasantville Presbyterian Church Government — Provides rented school space to PCC and approved the location for the Little Free Library.
- Pleasantville Presbyterian Church Partner — Located behind the church, indicating a physical or collaborative relationship
- Rebel Yoga Partner — Enrichment partner providing yoga programs for children at PCC.
- The Critter Caravan Partner — Enrichment partner providing animal education programs for children at PCC.
- Venmo Partner — Platform used for electronic donations via app
- Village of Pleasantville Partner — Collaborated with PCC to construct a new community playground in Nannahagan Park.
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.
- Culturally Responsive and Integrated Arts Educationmethodology: culturally-responsive-early-educationBy integrating arts and multicultural themes into early learning, we teach civic knowledge and cultural awareness because hands-on creative projects make abstract concepts like history and diversity accessible and meaningful to young children.
- Developmentally Appropriate, Scaffolded Curriculummethodology: developmentally_appropriate_curriculumThrough a planned yet flexible curriculum with consistent routines and teacher-guided scaffolding, we support toddlers’ social and cognitive development because structured support enables progression from individual to cooperative play and builds foundational learning skills.
- Individualized Family Partnership Approachmethodology: individualized_transition_supportBy using individualized transition support in partnership with families, we address each child’s unique emotional and developmental needs because continuity between home and school strengthens readiness and reduces anxiety during key developmental transitions.
- Parent Cooperative Governance Modelmethodology: parent_cooperative_modelBy operating as a parent-managed cooperative with a volunteer parent Board of Directors, we deepen family engagement and program relevance because shared ownership fosters trust, continuity, and community-driven decision-making in early childhood education.
- Play-Based, Child-Centered Learning Modelmethodology: play_based_learningBy immersing children in interest-driven, play-based activities, we develop literacy, math, STEM, and social-emotional skills because guided, child-centered play fosters curiosity, collaboration, and long-term engagement more effectively than forced academics.