named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Early Education Programs
Arts education programming for children ages 2 to 5, including music and creative development.
Ghost Light Collective
Youth theater initiative focused on devising original work and exploring social issues through performance.
Saturday Conservatory
Tuition-free theatre program for youth, focusing on ensemble-driven creation and led by professional teaching artists.
Summer Acting Intensive
Annual summer program offering immersive theatre training to middle and high school students.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Youth Theater Arts Education 3 activities
- Production of original youth-led theatre and multimedia worksProduces and performs original theatre and multimedia projects created collaboratively by youth, including full-length devised plays, films, and podcasts. The organization mounts at least one original play or film annually, with recent productions including "The Secrets of Stars," "INSIDE / OUTSIDE," "LIFE AFTER," and "Radiant Fury," often developed through ensemble-driven processes in its Saturday Conservatory program.
- Seasonal and residency-based arts programsOffers tuition-free workshops during Winter and Summer breaks for youth ages 13–21 in NYC, covering acting, scene study, stage combat, voice & speech, and production roles, culminating in original performances. Also conducts ongoing residency programs and multimedia performance workshops in partnership with the Queens Public Library system.
- Tuition-free performing arts education for youthProvides tuition-free theatre and arts education programs to underserved students in New York City, serving youth aged 6 to 21 through weekly acting instruction, workshops, and conservatory programs that foster creative expression, confidence, and performance skills. Programs include both in-person and virtual formats, including during the pandemic.
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Arts and Cultural Workforce Training 1 activity
- Career development and mentorship for teensProvides mentorships, scholarships, part-time jobs, internships, and career opportunities in the arts for teens from historically excluded backgrounds, including roles in production, stage management, and student teaching.
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Early Childhood Music Education 1 activity
- Early childhood music educationProvides early childhood music education focused on foundational musical concepts and theory for children ages 2 to 5 in the Tri-State area.
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Program Evaluation and Impact Research 1 activity
- Equity and inclusion research initiativesConducts annual diversity, equity, and inclusion surveys for participants, parents, and staff, and holds listening sessions after each production or workshop series to collect feedback from student artists.
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Youth & Emerging Filmmaker Training 1 activity
- Youth storytelling and audio production trainingTeaches personal storytelling, life experience excavation, interviewing techniques, and audio editing skills to students as part of multimedia storytelling workshops.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$130K
Contributions & grants$125K97%
Program service revenue$3K2%
Investment income$1K1%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$133K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$104K
Grants paid out$6K
balance sheet
Total assets$10K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$10K
6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue -2.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jeremy Rishe | Secretary | 40 | $37K |
| Stacey Linnartz | President | 40 | $29K |
relationships · 48
Who they work with
- Abigail Ramsay Partner — Directed the 2025–2026 Saturday Conservatory play
- Alex Troshin Partner — Member of the creative team for the production of "Invisible Threads."
- Angelique Murillo Partner — Member of the creative team for the production of "Invisible Threads."
- Arden Traynor Partner — Collaborated as dramaturg, script supervisor, assistant director, and co-writer of the script for "LIFE AFTER".
- Arden Traynor Partner — Member of the creative team for the production of "Invisible Threads."
- BIPOC advocacy groups Partner — Partners with BIPOC advocacy groups to increase representation and support in schools and communities.
- Brendan Ahmed Partner — Member of the creative team for the production of "Invisible Threads."
- Brooklyn Green School Partner — Partnered with Kids Creative Collective for acting and creative development programs.
- Brooklyn Public Library Partner — Hosts KCC performances and programs in library spaces.
- Cece Singh Partner — Member of the creative team for the production of "Invisible Threads" and creator of the trailer.
- Elliot Stewart Partner — Assistant director of the INSIDE / OUTSIDE production.
- Emory Kemph Partner — Member of the creative team for the production of "Invisible Threads."
- Flanbwayan Haitian Literacy Project Partner — Collaborated with Abigail Ramsay through the Tet Ansanm Leadership Group for Girls
- Grace Traynor Partner — Assistant director of the INSIDE / OUTSIDE production.
- Guilherme Cruz Partner — Member of the creative team for the production of "Invisible Threads."
- Guilherme Cruz Partner — Served as assistant director for the 2025–2026 Saturday Conservatory play
- High School for Health Professions and Human Services Partner — Hosted weekly acting instruction sessions with Kids Creative Collective.
- Janat Musitwa Partner — Member of the creative team for the production of "Invisible Threads."
- Janna Khan Partner — Member of the creative team for the production of "Invisible Threads."
- Jasmine Meshack Partner — Member of the creative team for the production of "Invisible Threads."
- Jeremy Rishe Partner — Co-director of the INSIDE / OUTSIDE production.
- Jeremy Rishe Partner — Member of the creative team for the production of "Invisible Threads."
- Jeremy Rishe Partner — Served as co-director and cast member in the production of "LIFE AFTER".
- Jhosia Sostre Partner — Member of the creative team for the production of "Invisible Threads."
- Julia O'Connor Partner — Member of the creative team for the production of "Invisible Threads."
- Kiara Negroni-Martinez Partner — Assistant director of the INSIDE / OUTSIDE production.
- LGBTQ+ advocacy groups Partner — Partners with LGBTQ+ advocacy groups to increase representation and support in schools and communities.
- Leyla Polozhani Partner — Member of the creative team for the production of "Invisible Threads."
- Manhattan Comp HS Partner — Collaborated with Kids Creative Collective to provide experiential literature and acting programs for students.
- Naudia Jacob Partner — Member of the creative team for the production of "Invisible Threads."
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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.
- Devised, Youth-Led Theater as Pedagogymethodology: youth_led_devisingBy using youth-led devising and collaborative creation of original works, the organization fosters deep engagement and critical inquiry, because this process centers students' lived experiences, identities, and creative agency in narrative development, making learning personally meaningful and socially relevant.
- Identity-Conscious and Democratized Art-Makingmethodology: identity_conscious_castingBy using identity-conscious casting and operating on the belief that anyone can be an artist, the organization validates diverse identities and challenges exclusionary norms in theater, because representation and inclusion in artistic roles foster belonging and redefine who is seen as a creator.
- Safe, Co-Created Creative Spacesmethodology: safe_space_pedagogyBy co-creating community agreements and emotionally safe environments, the organization enables authentic creative expression, because psychological safety allows youth to take risks, share personal stories, and engage across differences without fear of discrimination or harassment.
- Tuition-Free Access as Equity Practicemethodology: tuition_free_accessBy offering tuition-free theatre and arts education, the organization removes financial barriers to participation, because equitable access ensures that underserved youth can engage in transformative creative experiences regardless of socioeconomic status.
- Youth as Artistic Equalsmethodology: youth_adult_equityBy treating youth as creative collaborators and artistic equals to adults, the organization empowers authentic youth voice and leadership, because this reduces hierarchical power dynamics and increases ownership, engagement, and self-efficacy in the creative process.