named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
College and Career Readiness
Supports young women in achieving academic and professional goals through guidance on higher education, career pathways, and personal development.
Health Education
Programs addressing mental, reproductive, and physical health, with an emphasis on culturally responsive and holistic well-being.
Mentorship Program
Peer-led mentorship sessions for young Latinas focusing on personal growth, leadership, and empowerment; facilitated by trained staff and volunteers.
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Inclusive Social & Recreational Events 1 activity
- Community-building and enrichment activitiesOrganizes annual events, group trips, study groups, arts and crafts, holiday potlucks, and wellness activities to foster peer support, creative expression, and reflection among mentees and mentors. Uses art and dialogue to create healing spaces within immigrant communities.
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Hands-On STEM Education Programs 1 activity
- Early childhood and academic support programmingProvides literacy support to students and co-facilitates coding lessons for girls in grades 3 to 5 through a partnership with Girls Who Code, expanding access to STEM education and academic development for underserved girls.
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Girls' Mentorship and Leadership Development 1 activity
- L.O.V.E. Mentoring ProgramProvides year-round, structured mentoring to young women in New York City through weekly hour-long sessions during after-school, summer, and winter periods, focusing on mental, reproductive, and physical health, college and career readiness, personal empowerment, and identity development. The program operates in 51 high schools and has served over 4,000 young women since inception, including cohorts in Young Women's Leadership Schools, Internationals Network for Public Schools, and NYC Department of Education Community Schools.
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Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
- Mentor recruitment and volunteer engagementRecruits female college students and other volunteers to serve as mentors through partnerships with universities and community organizations, and supports their development through networking events and career panels. Volunteer engagement efforts also include internships and leadership roles in program facilitation and organizational operations.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$763K
Contributions & grants$682K89%
Program service revenue$104K14%
Investment income$330%
Other revenue$-22K
expenses
Total expenses$657K
Program expenses50%
Admin / overhead27%
Fundraising23%
Salaries & benefits$536K
Grants paid out$5K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$642K
Cash$395K
Investments$0
Liabilities$46K
Net assets$595K
Liquid reserves7.2 mo
4 years on record · 2021–2024 · YoY revenue +26.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| CLAUDIA ESPINOSA | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $100K |
board members · 7
- ANJANETTE CABRERA — CO-CHAIR
- BARBARA ORISIO — DIRECTOR
- DANNA DEBLASIO — SECRETARY
- DIANA GASPERONI — DIRECTOR
- MICHELLE WARRA — TREASURER
- SHIREESHA NETHI — DIRECTOR
- WENDY REYNOSO — CO-CHAIR
relationships · 43
Who they work with
- Arturo Michelena University Partner — Staff member Andreína González Díez earned her Bachelor of Science in Journalism from Arturo Michelena University in Venezuela.
- Ban Ki-moon Foundation Partner — Cecilia Garza serves as a board member.
- Baruch College Partner — Staff member Lesly Michelle Ochoa earned her B.A. in Psychology with honors from Baruch College.
- Borough of Manhattan Community College Partner — Source institution for mentors in the program.
- CUNY Lehman College Partner — Staff member Justine McCormick is a student and Presidential Scholar at CUNY Lehman College, indicating institutional affiliation and educational collaboration.
- City University of New York Government — Educational institution where the founder earned degrees; referenced in organizational background.
- City University of New York Network — Educational institution where the founder earned B.A. and M.A. degrees in Forensic Psychology.
- Columbia University Government — Educational institution where the founder is pursuing an MBA; referenced in organizational background.
- Columbia University Network — Educational institution where the founder is completing an MBA.
- Cypress Hills Child Care Corporation Partner — Shireesha Nethi serves as a board member.
- ECHO Clinic Partner — Facilitator Veronica volunteers at this clinic, suggesting collaboration in healthcare access and community service.
- Girls Who Code Partner — Collaborates to deliver coding lessons to girls in grades 3 to 5.
- Harvard Graduate School of Education Government — Educational institution where the founder earned a degree; referenced in organizational background.
- Harvard Graduate School of Education Network — Educational institution where the founder earned an Ed.M. in School Leadership.
- Hispanics in Philanthropy Partner — Cecilia Garza serves as a board member.
- Hunter College Partner — Source institution for mentors in the program.
- Internationals Network for Public Schools Partner — Partnered since 2015 to deliver mentoring services to English language learner immigrant students in NYC public schools.
- John Jay College of Criminal Justice (CUNY) Partner — Staff member Emill Payamps earned undergraduate and graduate degrees in Forensic Psychology from John Jay College, reflecting educational ties.
- L.O.V.E. Mentoring Program Network — Youth Council member Ayesha is aligned with and participates in the L.O.V.E. Mentoring Program.
- Manhattan University Partner — Source institution for mentors in the program.
- NYC Department of Education Community Schools Partner — Partnered since 2016 to support student readiness across nine community schools through mentoring programs.
- NYC schools Partner — Collaborates with NYC schools to implement the L.O.V.E. Mentoring Program and reach more students.
- NYU Partner — Staff member Lev Tatz received a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from NYU.
- New York City Children’s Cabinet Advisory Board Government — Wendy Reynoso is Co-Chair.
- New York University Government — Educational institution where the founder earned degrees; referenced in organizational background.
- New York University Network — Educational institution where the founder earned a M.A. in Public Administration and a Doctorate in Education.
- New York-Presbyterian Hospital Partner — Facilitator Veronica volunteers at this institution, indicating a connection through service and healthcare engagement.
- Pace University Partner — Transfer destination and affiliated institution for mentor participants.
- Rosenthal Family Foundation Partner — Andrew Berliant volunteers as a board member and brings experience from this foundation to support L.O.V.E.
- Schools That Can Partner — Wendy Reynoso serves on the board.
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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.
- Culturally Affirming Empowerment and Identity Developmentmethodology: culturally_affirming_youth_developmentBy centering programming on self-love, cultural reflection, and empowerment, the organization strengthens identity and aspirations among Latina youth—because affirming cultural identity and fostering internal resilience counteracts systemic marginalization and builds foundational confidence necessary for personal and professional growth.
- Holistic Health-Centered Mentorship Curriculummethodology: health-centric_mentoringBy integrating mentorship with structured education in mental health, reproductive health, college access, and career readiness, the organization supports holistic youth development—because addressing both personal well-being and academic/professional goals within a single framework increases self-confidence, academic outcomes, and long-term success.
- Mentorship through Shared Identity and Lived Experiencemethodology: peer_mentorship_with_shared_identityBy pairing young Latinas with mentors who share similar cultural backgrounds, lived experiences, and life stages (e.g., college-age peers), the organization fosters authentic connection, aspirational identification, and relatability—because this alignment strengthens engagement, self-identification, and trust, leading to greater personal and academic empowerment.