irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2019
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $40KAUDITIONS
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Academic Forum
Supports academic interests of students and parents; provides information sessions on post-secondary placement, administers financial assistance for test prep and AP fees, and partners with test prep companies like Academic Approach and Marigold Prep.
Drama Studio PA (PODS)
Provides funding and support for drama students and faculty, including senior headshots, master classes, workshops, and the Spring Drama Festival (SDF).
SAT Prep Program
Partners with Academic Approach to offer a 10-week SAT prep course with ACT overview for juniors and sophomores, including practice tests and digital materials.
Technical Theater Studio Appeal
Funds equipment, supplies, and external consultants for the technical theater program; supported by parent donations and employer matching gifts.
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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College Access and Success Support 1 activity
- Academic support and test preparation programsPartners with Academic Approach to offer a 10-week SAT Prep Course and with Marigold Prep to distribute free PSAT/SAT Starter Kits containing tutoring resources, practice tests, and parent guides. Provides financial assistance for AP test fees, standardized test prep, calculators, and academic club dues.
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Local High School Scholarship Programs 1 activity
- Awarding grants for academic and faculty enrichmentProvides financial assistance to students for academic expenses and awards grants to academic faculty for professional development, enrichment activities, and classroom supplies.
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Teacher and Staff Appreciation Activities 1 activity
- Faculty and teaching resource supportEquips drama faculty with laptops, microphones, ring lights, and green screens; supports teacher professional development through enrollment in courses at Juilliard and Harvard; and recognizes educators during Teacher Appreciation Week and via Holiday Kudos Boards.
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Performing Arts Production Support 1 activity
- Financial support for arts studiosProvides targeted funding for specialized studio needs across disciplines including Dance, Music (Instrumental and Vocal), Technical Theater, and Drama. Support includes hiring live musicians, professional choreographers, consultants, accompanists, purchasing instruments and equipment, licensing music, acquiring classroom props and furniture, and funding master classes and workshops.
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Public School Support Fundraising 1 activity
- Fundraising for student programs and servicesRaises funds through donations, paddle raises, annual events (including the Fiorello Fiesta and an annual auction), and an online merchandise store to support educational, artistic, and social initiatives at LaGuardia High School. All revenue is used to fund programs and services benefiting students.
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PTA/PTO Communication & Engagement Coordination 1 activity
- Parent engagement and organizational governanceAutomatically enrolls parents of enrolled students as members, conducts monthly Parent Association meetings from September through June, and organizes volunteer opportunities for school events to strengthen community engagement and operational support.
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Organizational Governance & Leadership Development 1 activity
- Structured parent representation and leadershipMaintains an executive board with defined roles (co-presidents, treasurer, secretary, etc.) and supports specialized structures including an Academic Forum, grade-level representatives, and studio-specific co-representatives across six disciplines (Art, Dance, Drama, Music, Tech) to ensure broad parent involvement in school affairs.
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Youth Theater Arts Education 1 activity
- Support for drama program and senior showcasesSupports the annual Spring Drama Festival and provides funding for senior drama student headshots, industry showcases, graduation events, and public performances. Organizes workshops and panels led by Broadway professionals and alumni on audition techniques, musical theater, screenwriting, and voice-over work.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$909K
Contributions & grants$644K71%
Program service revenue$178K20%
Investment income$6K1%
Other revenue$81K
expenses
Total expenses$715K
Program expenses92%
Admin / overhead3%
Fundraising6%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$93K
Largest expense lineOther
balance sheet
Total assets$902K
Cash$902K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$902K
Liquid reserves15.1 mo
4 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue +125.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
board members · 6
- CEDRIC FAN — AUDIT OFFICE
- GABRIELLE SMITH — RECORDING SE
- JEREMY GOSS — ASST TREASUR
- LU ZHAO — TREASURER
- SHEILA BOLAND — ASST RECORDI
- TRACY BALLAS — PRESIDENT
relationships · 15
Who they work with
- ARTriculate Partner — Collaborated on a college counseling information session focused on creative students.
- Academic Approach Partner — Partner organization providing SAT preparation courses and practice tests for LaGuardia students.
- BetterWorld Partner — Partner platform used for ticketing, item donation, and sponsorship fundraising.
- City College of New York Partner — College Now partner campus offering dual enrollment opportunities for LaGuardia students.
- Executive Board Partner — Responsible for scheduling and notifying members of changes to general PA meeting dates.
- Give Freely Partner — Partners with Give Freely to receive 6.5% of purchases made through their platform when users select LaGuardia High School Parents Association Inc. as their charity of choice.
- Harvard Partner — Partner institution providing professional development opportunities for faculty, such as the Leading for Excellence and Equity class.
- Hunter College Partner — College Now partner campus offering dual enrollment opportunities for LaGuardia students.
- Juilliard Partner — Partner institution offering professional development classes for drama faculty, including a course on Celebrating Black Playwrights.
- LAG Dance Department Partner — Collaborates with the LAG Dance Department to support dancers through funding and volunteer efforts.
- LaGuardia High School Music Department Partner — Collaborates to support vocal and instrumental students and advance the school's music education mission.
- Marigold Prep Partner — Partner organization providing a free PSAT/SAT Starter Kit including tutoring sessions, practice materials, and parent resources.
- PayPal Funder — Platform used for processing donations to support student programs and services.
- PayPal Government — Platform used for processing donations to the Technical Theater Studio Appeal.
- Stomping Ground Photo Partner — Provider of headshot photography services for senior drama students.
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 Education as a Vehicle for Holistic Student Developmentmethodology: arts-based personal developmentBy integrating experiential learning in the arts and funding programs that emphasize storytelling and creative expression, the organization supports long-term personal growth because immersive artistic practice cultivates courage, self-understanding, and resilience that extend beyond the classroom.
- Fundraising Model Aligned with Student-Centered Missionmethodology: direct-funding-modelBy directing all donated funds straight into student programs and using inclusive, mission-aligned fundraising methods—including flexible giving options and donor recognition—the organization maximizes community investment in education because transparency, accessibility, and visible impact encourage broader participation and sustained support.
- Parent Empowerment through Inclusive Governancemethodology: inclusive_participationBy expanding leadership roles and lowering barriers to participation—such as through inclusive membership, support for non-English-speaking parents, and decentralized leadership—the organization increases parental engagement in school decision-making because broader representation fosters ownership, trust, and sustained involvement in student success.