irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $727KArts and Others - The Organization employs media arts and entrepreneurship and energizing at-risk youths and other neighborhood residents to empower themselves with the skills necessary to remake their community and bring new energy, vibrancy, and economic growth to the community.
named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Media Arts and Entrepreneurship
Program that uses media arts to build skills in creativity, critical thinking, and economic empowerment among at-risk youth in Hunts Point
Visual Arts Program
Offers workshops and exhibitions in media arts, collage, painting, and mixed media for youth and community residents; includes the Point Arts Club and annual showcases like "Eye to I"
Youth Arts Club
Drop-in creative space for young people to engage in collaborative art-making, leadership development, and self-expression through rotating artistic mediums and peer-led sessions
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Community-Engaged Public Art Projects 1 activity
- Arts programming and public art initiativesMakes arts accessible to South Bronx residents through theater, dance, music performances, visual arts exhibitions, public art projects, and non-traditional interpretations of Shakespeare and contemporary works. Hosts exhibitions reflecting community experiences and operates ongoing programs such as the Arts Club and a community portrait project with shared leadership since November 2022.
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Solar Energy Access in Underserved Communities 1 activity
- Community Shared Solar project developmentDeveloping a Community Shared Solar project designed to benefit over 600 low-income households in Hunts Point, advancing renewable energy access in the neighborhood.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Community development and neighborhood revitalizationSupports the revitalization of the Hunts Point neighborhood through ongoing community development efforts, including organizing the annual Hunts Point Fish Parade and Arts Festival (celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2023) and operating cultural and civic infrastructure initiatives.
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Commuter Mobility Services 1 activity
- Digital and transportation access initiativesOperates a free community WiFi network and established a free electric shuttle service in Hunts Point to improve local access and connectivity.
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Environmental Policy Advocacy & Litigation 1 activity
- Environmental justice advocacy and climate policyPlayed a leading role in passing the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA) in 2019, which mandates emissions reductions and directs 40% of climate investments to environmental justice communities. Advocates for regulation of last-mile trucking facilities through zoning reform and participates in the PEAK Coalition to replace peaker plants with renewable energy and storage solutions.
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Youth Development Programs 1 activity
- Youth development through media arts and entrepreneurshipEngages at-risk youth and residents in community revitalization through media arts, entrepreneurship, and leadership development programs in the Hunts Point section of the Bronx. Offers after-school programming for grades 1–8, teen leadership groups like A.C.T.I.O.N., and initiatives focused on HIV/STI and teen pregnancy prevention.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Capacity building through national service partnershipsBecame a host site for City Year NY in 2004, supporting national service programming and contributing to local capacity-building efforts.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$3.37M
Contributions & grants$3.17M94%
Program service revenue$50K2%
Investment income$45K1%
Other revenue$100K
expenses
Total expenses$2.31M
Program expenses83%
Admin / overhead12%
Fundraising4%
Salaries & benefits$1.38M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$2.73M
Cash$2.43M
Investments$0
Liabilities$223K
Net assets$2.51M
Liquid reserves12.6 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +72.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maria Torres | President | 35 | $116K |
board members · 7
- Jodi Schnieder — Board member
- Karen Vanterpool — Board member
- Leighton Wynter — Board member
- Michael Glazebrook — Chairman
- Qiana Mickie — Secretary VP
- Sarah Lee — Board member
- Svati Lelyveld — Board member
relationships · 57
Who they work with
- Actors' Equity Association Government — Follows the rules and regulations of Actors' Equity Association to uphold professional and equitable standards in theater production.
- Bydale Foundation Funder — Funder supporting The Point CDC's programming
- Cirque du Soleil Partner — Established a partnership in 2002 through Cirque du Soleil’s social outreach program Cirque du Monde.
- Citizens Bank Funder — Funder supporting The Point CDC's programming
- City University of New York (CUNY) Funder — Funder supporting The Point CDC's programming
- City Year NY Partner — Became a host site for City Year NY in 2004 to support volunteer service programming.
- Con Edison Funder — Funder supporting The Point CDC's programming
- Cornelia T. Bailey Foundation Funder — Funder supporting The Point CDC's programming
- Deutsche Bank Funder — Funder supporting The Point CDC's programming
- ElectrifyNY Coalition — Member of ElectrifyNY, a statewide coalition advocating for clean, equitable electric transportation.
- FJC – A Foundation of Philanthropic Funds Funder — Funder supporting The Point CDC's programming
- FlatIron Energy Funder — Funder supporting The Point CDC's programming
- Franklin Furnace Partner — Collaborates on public social engagement art events, including Shared Dialogue, Shared Space.
- Hamond & Mansky Urban Communities Fund Funder — Funder supporting The Point CDC's programming
- Hispanic Federation Funder — Funder supporting The Point CDC's programming
- Hunts Point Alliance for Children Coalition — Became a founding member in 2007 to support child and family well-being in the Hunts Point area.
- Hunts Point Community Network Network — Collaborates as part of the Hunts Point Community Network to support community development efforts.
- Hunts Point section of the South Bronx Network — Primary community served through youth, environmental, and cultural programs
- International Center of Photography Partner — Hosts the International Center of Photography (ICP) at THE POINT as part of its arts-in-education programming.
- International Center of Photography Partner — Partnered to launch the photography program ICP at THE POINT in 1996.
- JPMorgan Chase Funder — Funder supporting The Point CDC's programming
- Korea Art Forum Partner — Partners on public art events such as Shared Dialogue, Shared Space.
- Lily Auchincloss Foundation Funder — Funder supporting The Point CDC's programming
- Merck Family Fund Funder — Funder supporting The Point CDC's programming
- NY Renews Coalition — Frontline member of the Steering and Organizing committees in NY Renews, contributing to climate legislation advocacy.
- NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Government — Government agency providing support to The Point CDC
- NYC Economic Development Corporation Government — Government agency providing support to The Point CDC
- NYC Environmental Justice Alliance Partner — Partner organization collaborating with The Point CDC
- National Endowment for the Arts Funder — Funder supporting The Point CDC's programming
- New York City Council Member Justin Sanchez Government — Government official providing support to The Point CDC
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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.
- Asset-Based Community Development with Integrated Lensesmethodology: asset-based_community_developmentBy leveraging environmental justice, youth development, and arts and culture as interconnected strategies, the organization fosters community-led revitalization because integrating these domains strengthens collective agency and local ownership of change.
- Bottom-Up, Community-Led Organizing with Affected Leadershipmethodology: bottom-up_organizingBy centering decision-making and campaign design in the hands of directly affected community members, the organization builds credible and sustainable movements because leadership from lived experience ensures authenticity, accountability, and long-term engagement.
- Cross-Movement Solidarity and Just Relationshipsmethodology: cross_movement_solidarityBy integrating environmental, labor, and economic justice goals into unified strategies and building transparent, equitable partnerships, the organization strengthens movement impact because shared power and aligned values produce more resilient and inclusive change.
- Shared Leadership and Creative Freedom in Artistic Developmentmethodology: shared_leadershipBy using shared leadership models and fostering environments of creative experimentation, the organization cultivates collaborative ownership and artistic growth because empowering participants to redefine mistakes and lead collectively enhances engagement and innovation.
- Youth Empowerment Through Arts and Entrepreneurshipmethodology: arts-based_youth_developmentBy engaging at-risk youth in media arts and entrepreneurial programming, the organization builds leadership and professional skills because creative expression and economic skill-building together foster personal growth and community leadership.