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JAIMIE'S BRIDGE INC
ROCHESTER, NY · EIN 854351462 · Form 990 · FY2023 · NTEE B82 · Education · Small ($100K-$1M) · jaimiesbridge.org
revenue
$143K
expenses
$38K
net assets
$489K
employees
0
volunteers
19
program ratio
54%
mission · from form 990

SUPPORT A PATH TO SUCCESS FOR STUDENTS, TEACHERS, AND FAMILIES BY PROVIDING BETTER ACCESS TO EDUCATION AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR HIGHER LEARNING BY ENSURING THE FUNDAMENTAL NEEDS OF K-12 STUDENTS ARE MET.

profile · synthesized from sources

JAIMIE'S BRIDGE INC is a Rochester-based nonprofit founded in memory of teacher Jaimie Magee Lesnick to support K-12 students, teachers, and families by meeting fundamental needs and expanding access to education. The organization provides school supplies, winter clothing, emergency financial assistance, and college scholarships, with a focus on removing barriers to academic success. It also funds a food pantry and transportation program for students at Rochester Prep Charter School.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2023

What they reported doing

  1. #1 primary $6K
    PROVIDED STUDENTS AT ROCHESTER PREP CHARTER SCHOOL WITH 144 WINTER COATS AND 192 BACKPACKS AND OTHER MISCELLANEOUS SCHOOL SUPPLIES
named programs · 8 · from sources

What they call their work

Backpack Drive
Provides 200 new backpacks annually to students in need.
Caddie Program Sponsorship
Partners with Oak Hill Country Club to provide summer jobs for students, fostering connections with business leaders and eligibility for Evans Scholarships.
Emergency Fund
Offers financial assistance to families facing crises such as home fires, displacement, food insecurity, or loss of a family member.
Jaimie Magee Lesnick College Scholarship
Annual scholarship awarded to students who embody the values of Jaimie's Bridge and aspire to help others in their careers.
Rochester Prep Food Pantry
Funds and stocks a food pantry at Rochester Prep Charter School for students and families in need.
School Supplies Fund
Distributes essential school supplies to 200 students each year to support academic success.
Transportation Program
Provides dependable transportation to ensure students can attend school regularly without disruption.
Winter Clothing Drive
Provides 200 winter coats, hats, and gloves annually to students who walk to school.
activities · 12 groups

What they do

  • Local High School Scholarship Programs 2 activities
    • Annual college scholarship program
      Issues 20 college scholarships annually to students who embody the organization’s values and are committed to helping others. Known as the Bridge the Financial Gap program and the Jaimie Magee Lesnick College Scholarship.
    • Funding of college scholarships
      Provides grant funding for annual college scholarships awarded to students who exemplify the organization’s values and aspire to help others.
  • Holiday and Seasonal Essentials Distribution 2 activities
    • Annual provision of winter coats and cold-weather gear
      Provides 200 winter coats, hats, and gloves annually to K-4 students. Supported by both IRS-990 and website records detailing consistent distribution efforts.
    • Thanksgiving and holiday meal and gift support
      Provides seasonal meal and gift support to students and families during Thanksgiving and winter holidays.
  • Back-to-School Supply Distribution 1 activity
    • Annual distribution of backpacks and school supplies
      Distributes 200 backpacks filled with school supplies annually to K-4 students to support academic success. This includes both new and recurring annual commitments noted across multiple sources.
  • School-Specific Educational Support 1 activity
    • Emergency financial assistance fund
      Maintains an emergency fund to support families in crisis, student needs, and teacher resources at Rochester Prep.
  • Community Event Fundraising 1 activity
    • Family Fitness Festival fundraising event
      Hosted the Family Fitness Festival to raise funds for Rochester families, combining community engagement with direct financial support.
  • Food Distribution and Hunger Relief 1 activity
    • Maintenance of food pantry at Rochester Prep
      Allocates funds and replenishes monthly a food pantry at Rochester Prep Charter School in collaboration with Mercy High School students to support students and families in need.
  • Library Operations and Program Support 1 activity
    • Operation of the Jaimie Magee Lesnick Library
      Operates a dedicated library for K-4 students at Rochester Prep, providing access to books and educational resources.
  • Cancer Awareness and Education Initiatives 1 activity
    • Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month observance
      Observed Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month in September 2024 through organized events and activities to raise awareness and support.
  • Golf Caddie and Junior Scholarships 1 activity
    • Partnership with Oak Hill Country Club Caddie Program
      Facilitates student participation in the Oak Hill Country Club Caddie Program and partners to provide summer employment and eligibility for the Evans Scholarship.
  • Honor and Memorial Recognition Programs 1 activity
    • Preservation of Jaimie Magee Lesnick’s legacy
      Invites submission of letters, stories, lessons, and photos to honor and preserve the memory of Jaimie Magee Lesnick.
  • Student and Camp Transportation Services 1 activity
    • Provision of routine student transportation
      Provides dependable, routine transportation to and from school to ensure consistent student attendance, as part of ongoing support services.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Fundraising for Pluta Cancer Center and advocacy organizations
      Raised nearly $10,000 through fundraising campaigns and t-shirt sales for the Pluta Cancer Center and other advocacy organizations.
financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$143K
Contributions & grants$165K116%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$4890%
Other revenue$-23K
expenses
Total expenses$38K
Program expenses54%
Admin / overhead34%
Fundraising12%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$15K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$489K
Cash$82K
Investments$407K
Liabilities$388
Net assets$489K
Liquid reserves155.3 mo
2 years on record · 2021–2023 · YoY revenue -48.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023

Who runs it

board members · 9
  • ALEXANDER LESNICK — DIRECTOR
  • BRITTANY MIHAILA — DIRECTOR
  • JAMES MAGEE — DIRECTOR
  • JENNA WARD — DIRECTOR
  • JORDAN MAGEE — SECRETARY/TREASURER/DIRECT
  • JUSTIN MAGEE — VICE PRESIDENT/DIRECTOR
  • KAYLA RELPH — DIRECTOR
  • MAGGIE FRASCA — DIRECTOR
  • ZACHARY LESNICK — PRESIDENT/DIRECTOR
relationships · 13

Who they work with

  • 13 WHAM Partner — Featured stories on love and support for the organization.
  • Mercy HS Students Partner — Collaborates with Jaimie's Bridge to replenish a food pantry monthly.
  • Oak Hill Country Club Partner — Hosts a caddie program that provides student opportunities in partnership with Jaimie's Bridge.
  • Oak Hill Country Club Partner — Partner organization providing summer jobs for students and eligibility for the Evans Scholarship.
  • Oak Hill Country Club Partner — Partnership to support the caddie and leadership academy program (CALA), providing students with summer employment and scholarship opportunities.
  • Pluta Cancer Center Partner — Recipient of funds raised by Jaimie through advocacy campaigns.
  • Rochester First Partner — Covered the organization's Golden Apple Award recognition.
  • Rochester Prep Partner — Collaborates with Rochester Prep, where Jaimie Magee Lesnick taught and where the organization's values were exemplified.
  • Rochester Prep Partner — Collaboration to support the food pantry serving students and families in need.
  • Rochester Prep Partner — Partner school where Jaimie’s Bridge funds the food pantry for students and families in need.
  • Rochester Prep Partner — Receives funding and support for strategic initiatives from Jaimie's Bridge.
  • Rochester Prep Charter School Partner — Partner school where students received winter coats, backpacks, and school supplies
  • WHEC Partner — Reported on the Family Fitness Festival hosted by Jaimie's Bridge.
strategies · 4

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.

  • Addressing Basic Needs to Enable Educational Success
    methodology: basic-needs-support-for-education
    By meeting fundamental needs such as school supplies, warm clothing, and reliable transportation, we improve access to learning and support consistent school attendance, because removing material barriers allows students to focus on education and reach their potential.
  • Building Bridges to Equitable Resource Access
    methodology: equitable_access_to_education
    By connecting students and families to otherwise inaccessible resources, we reduce systemic inequities in education, because equitable access to support systems enables all students, teachers, and families to thrive.
  • Integrating Holistic Support into Education
    methodology: holistic_student_support
    By incorporating social-emotional learning and addressing non-academic needs alongside educational support, we foster whole-student development, because academic success is strengthened when students are supported emotionally and socially.
  • Scholarship Support for Academic Advancement
    methodology: scholarship_support
    By providing educational scholarships, we enable college enrollment and academic success, because financial barriers are a primary constraint to postsecondary opportunity for underserved students.