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Women in the Black New York Inc
NEW YORK, NY · EIN 010937679 · Form 990EZ · FY2024 · NTEE S40 · Community Improvement · Micro (<$100K) · womenintheblack.org
revenue
$19K
expenses
$30K
net assets
$39K
employees
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mission · from form 990

PROVIDE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP TRAINING

profile · synthesized from sources

Operational initiative by Innovation DuPage that supports neurodiverse entrepreneurs through grants, business acceleration, and mentorship. Targets startups and small businesses with leaders who have autism, ADHD, dyslexia, or other cognitive differences. Program includes a 10-week accelerator and partnerships with organizations like Autism Angels Group and the Organization for Autism Research.

named programs · 2 · from sources

What they call their work

Neurodiverse Entrepreneur Program (NDEP)
Provides $4,000 microgrants, a 10-week business accelerator, and support services to startups led by neurodiverse individuals.
Owner to CEO
10-week business accelerator program offered through Innovation DuPage Scale membership to support neurodiverse entrepreneurs.
activities · 6 groups

What they do

  • Small Business Technical Assistance 2 activities
    • Deliver entrepreneurship and business management training programs
      Provides free, in-depth business education and capacity-building programs for aspiring restaurateurs and early-stage food & beverage operators in New York City, including a 3-course educational series that supports participants in developing tailored business plans. Also hosts workshops on artificial intelligence in small business operations and webinars on NYC rules and regulations affecting small businesses.
    • Organize regional small business conferences in Northern Manhattan and the Bronx
      Hosts a small business conference in Northern Manhattan and the Bronx to support local entrepreneurs with mentoring, networking, and resources to grow their businesses, including one-on-one mentoring sessions and free meals.
  • Women Entrepreneurs Grant Programs 1 activity
    • Administer grant programs for women and emerging entrepreneurs
      Funds women entrepreneurs through a quarterly $10,000 grant program for those in the startup or idea stage, and awards nine $50,000 cash prizes annually through an expert-juried selection process. Since 2006, has awarded over $17 million in grants and prizes to immigrant artists, scientists, and cultural leaders.
  • Industry and Community Recognition Awards 1 activity
    • Co-present awards and special events promoting social change
      Co-presents the Epitome Awards with Healthfirst and organizes the recurring "Men Cooking for Change" event, which was held annually between 2015 and 2019, to engage men in advocacy and community transformation.
  • Local Business Financing and Incentives 1 activity
    • Facilitate access to public small business grants and financing
      Hosts grant info sessions and provides step-by-step guidance and live support to help small business owners apply for the CitizensNYC Neighborhood Business Grant, which offers up to $5,000 for business continuity and sustainability.
  • Women's Leadership & Career Advancement Networks 1 activity
    • Host conferences and networking events for women entrepreneurs
      Organizes annual conferences including the Who's the Boss: Women in the Black Conference and the Unshakeable Women's Business Conference, which provide networking, resource-sharing, and professional development opportunities for women entrepreneurs, professionals, and community leaders in New York.
  • Business Member Promotion Services 1 activity
    • Provide advertising and outreach support for small businesses and community groups
      Offers free advertising through LinkLocal, featuring pre-designed templates on up to 8 LinkNYC kiosks for small businesses, community groups, and local events in New York City.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$19K
Contributions & grants$8K39%
Program service revenue$12K62%
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expenses
Total expenses$30K
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balance sheet
Total assets$39K
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Net assets$39K
4 years on record · 2021–2024 · YoY revenue -29.6%
relationships · 10

Who they work with

  • Con Edison Partner — Includes guidance on working with Con Edison in NYC BEST webinars for small business owners
  • Danh Võ Partner — Collaborated with artist Danh Võ on the exhibition "Rebuilding Liberty" exploring migration and identity.
  • Healthfirst Partner — Co-presented the Epitome Awards with Women in the Black New York Inc.
  • NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS) Partner — Offers FastTrac® entrepreneurship bootcamps and emergency preparedness workshops in partnership with SBS
  • National Grid Partner — Includes guidance on working with National Grid in NYC BEST webinars for small business owners
  • Rise Above Tutoring Services Partner — Participated in or benefited from the "Who's The Boss-Level Up" business conference.
  • The Shoe-B Partner — Collaborates with The Shoe-B, where a percentage of sales supports the Survival Kit Drive for Haiti initiative.
  • U.S. Small Business Administration Government — Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration
  • Women In The Black New York Inc Network — Hosts and organizes the Unshakeable Women's Business Conference as part of its membership and community engagement activities.
  • WomensNet Network — Collaborates with WomensNet to offer grant opportunities and connect with a network of women entrepreneurs.
strategies · 5

How they approach the work

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  • Early-Stage Support with Integrated Resources and Visibility
    methodology: early-stage_support_model
    By combining financial support, practical education, and public visibility opportunities, the organization helps early-stage women entrepreneurs transform ideas into viable businesses, because access to capital, skills, and networks jointly addresses the systemic barriers faced by under-resourced founders.
  • Entrepreneurship Training for Financial Self-Sufficiency
    methodology: entrepreneurship-training
    By providing entrepreneurship and economic development training, the organization builds financial self-sufficiency and community resilience among women, because skill-building and economic empowerment enable long-term independence and collective strength.
  • Industry-Expert-Led Education for Practical Skill Development
    methodology: industry-expert-led education
    By delivering business education through experienced industry professionals, the organization ensures that early-stage entrepreneurs gain practical, applicable skills, because real-world expertise increases relevance and implementation success in high-barrier sectors like food & beverage.
  • Recognition and Cultural Programming to Elevate Immigrant Contributions
    methodology: celebrating immigrant contributions through recognition and cultural programming
    By using prizes, grants, and art exhibitions to celebrate immigrant achievements, the organization strengthens community resilience and representation, because public recognition validates contributions and inspires broader participation in cultural and economic life.
  • Responsible Technology Adoption through Education and Risk Awareness
    methodology: education-and-risk-awareness
    By integrating technical knowledge with risk awareness and responsible use practices, the organization supports small businesses in safely adopting AI, because sustainable operational transformation depends on both capability and ethical foresight.