irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $134KBASIC READING - MATCHES TRAINED VOLUNTEER TUTORS WITH ADULTS LEARNING TO READ AT A FIFTH GRADE READING LEVEL OR BELOW
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Adult Basic Education (ABE)
Tutoring for adults in reading, writing, math, and digital literacy, including preparation for the GED or NEDP high school equivalency exams
Citizenship Preparation
One-on-one tutoring to help adult learners navigate the U.S. naturalization process, study civics, and practice for the citizenship interview
English Language Learning (ELL)
One-on-one and small group tutoring for adult immigrants and refugees to improve speaking, reading, and writing in English, with support for real-world applications such as employment, health, and education
Library and Resource Services
Lending library with books, games, and study materials for English, citizenship, and GED preparation, available by mail or pickup
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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High School Equivalency Preparation 3 activities
- Diagnostic assessment and learner support coordinationConducts diagnostic assessments for beginning-level adult learners in Adult Basic Education (ABE) and English Language Learning (ELL) programs and supports their transition to volunteer tutors, including case management in coordination with program coordinators.
- Preparation for high school equivalency examsSupports adult learners preparing for the GED and NEDP exams through one-on-one tutoring and small group instruction, with demonstrated outcomes including students passing one or more subject tests and earning high school equivalency diplomas.
- Support for adult learners' educational and employment goalsHelps adult learners improve foundational skills to achieve personal goals such as earning high school diplomas, enrolling in post-secondary education, securing employment or promotions, gaining citizenship, volunteering, and starting small businesses.
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Adult Literacy and ESL Tutoring 2 activities
- One-on-one and small group tutoring for adult learnersProvides free one-on-one and small group instruction to adult learners in reading, writing, math, English language acquisition, digital literacy, and high school equivalency preparation. Services are delivered by trained volunteer tutors meeting for two or more hours per week at TLP or public locations in Ithaca.
- Volunteer tutor training and supportProvides in-person training, ongoing curriculum consultation, and mentorship to volunteer tutors, focusing on best practices for teaching beginning-level adult literacy and language learners.
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ESL and Citizenship Instruction 1 activity
- Citizenship preparation tutoringProvides one-on-one and small group instruction to adult immigrants and refugees preparing for U.S. citizenship, including education on the naturalization process, civics test preparation, and mock interviews. Supported students have successfully passed citizenship interviews.
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Public Access to Digital and Physical Library Collections 1 activity
- Library and educational resource accessOffers library access with in-person browsing, curbside pickup, and mail delivery of materials, along with educational resources such as permit test preparation, U.S. culture education, maps, reference materials, and learning games including Scrabble and anagrams.
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Student Progress Assessment & Program Evaluation 1 activity
- Monitoring and reporting of student outcomesTracks and monitors student progress and achievements through monthly reporting, supporting accountability and program improvement.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Outreach and community engagementConducts outreach activities including tutor recruitment and community tabling events, and organizes community events such as the annual Finger Lakes Crossword Competition, which drew 144 participants in its 13th year.
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Public Awareness and Educational Outreach 1 activity
- Public education on nonprofit support and tax-efficient givingPublishes articles to inform the public about ways to support nonprofits through tax-efficient giving strategies.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$488K
Contributions & grants$474K97%
Program service revenue$2500%
Investment income$16K3%
Other revenue$-1K
expenses
Total expenses$500K
Program expenses81%
Admin / overhead19%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$284K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$940K
Cash$546K
Investments$0
Liabilities$22K
Net assets$917K
Liquid reserves13.1 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +4.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DAVID SMITH | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 35 | $46K |
| DONNA RAMOS | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 35 | $31K |
board members · 12
- CARMEN BLANKINSHIP — MEMBER
- ELIZABETH HONIS — MEMBER
- GAIL SALK — PRESIDENT
- GARY WEISSBROT — MEMBER
- GRACE MCMENAMIN — MEMBER
- JOAH TANG — MEMBER
- JOHN EFROYMSON — MEMBER
- MARGARET DIETZ — MEMBER
- MICHELLE MAZZA — VICE PRESIDENT
- RACHEL TESTMAN — MEMBER
- RENEE SAWATZKY — TREASURER
- SUE LASON — SECRETARY
relationships · 10
Who they work with
- ABE and ELL Program Coordinators Partner — Collaborates with the Adult Literacy Instructor to provide case management and student support.
- Adam Perl Partner — Expert puzzle creator for the Finger Lakes Crossword Competition.
- BOCES Partner — Collaborates with BOCES by providing supplemental one-on-one tutoring for students also enrolled in BOCES classes.
- David and Elaine Easton Partner — Donated the building at 124 W. Buffalo Street to Tompkins Learning Partners in 2009.
- Executive Director Partner — Supervises the Adult Literacy Instructor alongside the Program Director.
- Gary Weissbrot Partner — Event chair for the Finger Lakes Crossword Competition.
- Ithaca City School District Partner — Coordinates operating hours and closures due to weather.
- Ithaca Times Partner — Collaborated on publishing an article about tax-efficient giving to support TLP and other community organizations.
- Program Director Partner — Collaborates with the Adult Literacy Instructor to oversee program implementation and supervision.
- TLP graduates Partner — Adult learners who work with tutors and teachers to achieve literacy and language goals.
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.
- Culturally Responsive Teaching Approachmethodology: culturally_responsive_adult_educationBy honoring adult learners' diverse cultural backgrounds, life experiences, and educational histories, we create more effective learning environments, because culturally responsive practices increase trust, relevance, and program engagement.
- Individualized, Goal-Centered Adult Learningmethodology: individualized_adult_literacyBy tailoring instruction to individual learner goals and life circumstances, we improve adult literacy and education outcomes, because personalized learning plans increase relevance, motivation, and persistence among adult learners.
- Reciprocal Cross-Cultural Learning Modelmethodology: reciprocal_cross-cultural_learningBy fostering two-way learning relationships between tutors and learners from different cultural backgrounds, we promote mutual personal growth and deeper engagement, because cross-cultural exchange enhances empathy, motivation, and educational outcomes for both parties.
- Volunteer-Powered One-on-One Tutoring Modelmethodology: volunteer-tutoringBy leveraging trained community volunteers in one-on-one and small group settings, we deliver personalized literacy and language instruction to adults, because individualized attention and community-based relationships improve engagement, accessibility, and educational outcomes.