named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Free Dance Classes
Offers free dance instruction in ballet, hip-hop, contemporary, jazz, and cultural dance forms to young women in New York City
Performance Opportunities
Provides students with performance experiences to build confidence, discipline, and artistic expression
Singing and Dancing Class
Integrated performing arts program combining vocal training with dance and acting, co-created by teaching artists
Youth Ballet Initiative
Ballet-focused program for young girls, led by teaching artists with professional ballet backgrounds
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Dance Program Access and Scholarship Support 2 activities
- Running summer dance programs and scholarship coordinationOperates summer camp programming for participants and coordinates scholarships for students to attend additional dance programs, ensuring continued engagement beyond the academic year.
- Supporting student participation through material and financial sponsorshipProvides shoes, costumes, and financial support for facility rent, class enrollment, and teen leadership opportunities, enabling full participation in dance and leadership programs for all students regardless of economic background.
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School and School-Community Events 1 activity
- Facilitating family and community engagement activitiesCoordinates in-house family events, Parent Observation and Participation Week in December, and other engagement initiatives to strengthen family involvement in students’ development and program success.
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Youth Theater Arts Education 1 activity
- Organizing annual student performances and recitalsProduces an annual end-of-year recital and community performance events, including managing theater rentals, costumes, music, and family communications. Students also perform at external community events, with preparation co-led by staff and teaching artists.
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Girls' Physical and Emotional Development Programs 1 activity
- Providing free after-school dance and mentoring programs for girlsOffers free weekly dance classes and mentoring to over 250 girls annually in East Harlem, New York City, focusing on youth development during high-risk hours for youth violence. Programs are provided on a first-come, first-served basis until capacity is reached and serve girls in specific NYC zip codes.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Overseeing daily operations of after-school programsManages day-to-day program operations, including attendance tracking with mandatory communication for absences or lateness, ensuring a structured and supportive environment for students and families.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$1.29M
Contributions & grants$1.23M95%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$55K4%
Other revenue$10K
expenses
Total expenses$695K
Program expenses85%
Admin / overhead3%
Fundraising12%
Salaries & benefits$366K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$6.56M
Cash$1.32M
Investments$740K
Liabilities$2.79M
Net assets$3.77M
Liquid reserves35.5 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2023 · YoY revenue +45.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABIGAIL MCCREATH | FOUNDER & EXECUTIVE DIRECT | 40 | $125K |
board members · 10
- ALLAN FORSYTH — BOARD MEMBER
- GRACE SINGLETON — BOARD MEMBER
- JENNY THOMPSON — BOARD MEMBER
- KATHARINE ELEANOR GILL — VICE CHAIR
- LISA MARCHESE — CHAIR
- MARGUERITE D'ALOIA — BOARD MEMBER
- NSAKI OKAFOR WILKEN — SECRETARY
- RACHEL LURIE — BOARD MEMBER
- STEVE WOLINSKY — BOARD MEMBER
- SYLVIE HENRY — TREASURER
relationships · 24
Who they work with
- ATDF Partner — Coordinates dance scholarships for girls to attend programs at ATDF.
- American Ballet Theatre Partner — Grace Brown served in development roles at American Ballet Theatre, indicating a professional network link.
- American Express Partner — Board members Lisa Marchese and Regina Sorin are affiliated with American Express, indicating an institutional connection.
- Authority Magazine Partner — Published an interview with Abby McCreath of Groove with Me on nonprofit leadership.
- Barclays PLC Partner — Katharine Gill, Vice Chair, held senior leadership roles at Barclays PLC, indicating a corporate affiliation.
- Broadway Dance Center Partner — Marguerite D’Aloia, a long-time instructor at Groove With Me, previously taught at Broadway Dance Center in Manhattan.
- Broadway World Partner — Covered Groove with Me's 25th anniversary celebration.
- CityYear Partner — Partnered with Groove With Me to place teaching artist Adia Edmondson in a full-time service role during the 2021-2022 school year.
- Dance Business Weekly Partner — Featured Groove with Me in connection with its dance school in Harlem.
- Dance Teacher Partner — Published coverage on Groove with Me's dance program.
- Free Arts for Abused Children Partner — Abby Rosin McCreath taught workshops for this organization, indicating a professional partnership or collaboration.
- Gibney Partner — Grace Brown worked in development roles at Gibney, a cultural institution, indicating a partnership through shared sector engagement.
- Harlem Girls Collaborative Partner — Abby Rosin McCreath conducted workshops with this group, suggesting a collaborative relationship.
- JP Morgan Chase Partner — Steve Wolinsky served at JP Morgan Chase for 25 years, suggesting a professional connection through board service.
- Madison Square Boys & Girls Club Partner — Jenny Thompson directed a major campaign at Madison Square Boys & Girls Club, indicating a professional affiliation relevant to Groove With Me’s work.
- Misty Copeland Foundation Partner — Collaborates through the BE BOLD program, where a Groove With Me teaching artist also serves as a Teaching Artist.
- RIOULT Dance NY Partner — Jenny Thompson led development efforts at RIOULT Dance NY, indicating a direct link in the dance nonprofit sector.
- Sponsors for Educational Opportunities Partner — Abby Rosin McCreath led workshops for this organization, indicating a partnership or collaborative engagement.
- The Kingdom Dance Company Partner — Partnership through shared teaching roles, including a Groove With Me teaching assistant who trained with the company.
- Third Street Music School Partner — Sylvie Henry, board treasurer, is affiliated with Third Street Music School, suggesting a professional link.
- Today Show Partner — Featured Groove With Me in a June 2021 segment, highlighting the organization's work with young dancers.
- Today Show Partner — Featured Groove with Me in a segment celebrating its 25th anniversary.
- Williamstown Theatre Festival Partner — Grace Brown served in development roles at Williamstown Theatre Festival, indicating a professional network connection.
- Young Professionals Committee Partner — Committee of NYC professionals that raises public awareness, supports fundraising and friendraising, and participates in volunteer opportunities for Groove With Me.
strategies · 3
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.
- Arts-Based Youth Development Through Dancemethodology: arts_based_youth_developmentBy using dance and creative expression as core tools, we foster self-confidence, life skills, and positive decision-making in girls, because engagement in the arts provides a safe, structured environment that supports social-emotional and cognitive growth.
- Social-Emotional Learning Integrated in Dance Instructionmethodology: social_emotional_learning_in_danceBy embedding social-emotional learning (SEL) within dance classes, we develop emotional regulation, empathy, and self-awareness, because movement-based practices offer experiential pathways to internalize SEL competencies more effectively than didactic methods alone.
- Targeted Community Engagement to Address Systemic Inequitymethodology: community_responsive_programmingBy focusing programming and outreach on high-need communities like Harlem, we increase equity and access, because systemic barriers such as gentrification disproportionately impact these populations and require place-based, culturally responsive interventions.