named programs · 8 · from sources
What they call their work
24-Hour Bilingual Hotline
Crisis hotline offering confidential support in Korean and English for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking; the only such service on the East Coast
Community Patrol Team (PATH Patrol)
Volunteer-based safety initiative in partnership with NYC Office for the Prevention of Hate Crimes and Asian American Federation to protect AAPI community members from anti-Asian violence
Economic Empowerment Program (EEP)
One-on-one English tutoring for immigrants to improve language skills and confidence, supporting economic independence
Emergency Shelter
Provides immediate, culturally safe shelter for women and children in crisis, with access to counseling, legal assistance, and bilingual staff
Hodori After School Program
After-school and summer program for children ages 5–13, providing care and support to youth affected by violence
Support Groups
Includes the Heal Group for sexual assault survivors, and the Wish Hope Group for divorced women and their children, offering emotional support and healing in a safe environment
Transitional Housing Program
Offers up to 18 months of scattered-site housing with rent subsidies, case management, legal services, and support for permanent housing placement
Youth Community Project Team (YCPT)
Youth-led leadership and advocacy program for high school students that educates on gender-based violence and organizes the annual Rally Against Sexual Assault (RASA)
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Domestic and Sexual Violence Prevention Education 2 activities
- Community Advocacy and Public Awareness CampaignsOrganizes annual advocacy events including a Silent March that engages nearly 300 community members and the Rally Against Sexual Assault (RASA), both aimed at amplifying immigrant survivors' voices and raising public awareness about gender-based violence. The Silent March has been held for nearly three decades.
- Youth Community Project Team (YCPT) and Leadership DevelopmentOperates a youth-led leadership and advocacy program for high school students in grades 9–12 focused on combating domestic, sexual, and gender-based violence through education, community projects, and public campaigns such as the annual Rally Against Sexual Assault (RASA).
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Domestic Violence Survivor Support Services 2 activities
- Emergency and Transitional Housing SupportProvides emergency shelter and transitional housing in safe, scattered-site apartments for survivors of gender-based violence and their families. Supported 395 individuals and families with emergency shelter, all of whom transitioned to stable housing, and offers rent subsidies for up to 24 months as part of long-term stability planning.
- Legal and Financial Support ServicesProvides monthly free legal consultations to help survivors understand their rights and legal options, along with rental and childcare subsidies for up to 24 months to support housing stability and economic independence.
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24/7 Crisis and Warmline Support Services 1 activity
- 24-Hour Bilingual Hotline ServicesOperates a 24-hour crisis hotline in Korean and English for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, emotional and financial abuse, and human trafficking, providing immediate telephone support, information, and referrals. Staffed by trained volunteers during evenings, weekends, and holidays, the hotline answered 3,149 calls in the reporting period, including 2,133 related to gender-based violence.
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Child Advocacy and Trauma Support Centers 1 activity
- Counseling and Support Groups for SurvivorsProvides free, confidential individual counseling and structured support groups for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking, as well as for children and older adults. Programs include the Heal Group (for sexual assault survivors), the Wish Hope Group (for older divorced women), and the Wish Hope for Children group, each offering weekly sessions followed by ongoing monthly meetings.
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Workforce Readiness Training 1 activity
- Economic and Educational Empowerment ServicesOffers comprehensive support classes and services to promote economic self-sufficiency, including English courses, computer and job skills training, one-on-one job counseling, resume building, financial literacy workshops, and vocational classes in tailoring, alteration, and cosmetology. Also provides one-on-one weekly English tutoring to immigrants and families affected by violence.
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After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Hodori Afterschool and Youth Development ProgramRuns the Hodori Afterschool Program for students in grades K–8, offering academic support, enrichment activities, leadership development, and culturally responsive programming at multiple school sites. Delivered over 2,000 hours of care to support more than 100 youth, with programming including homework help, STEM, literacy, sports, field trips, and choice classes such as coding, dance, and taekwondo.
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Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
- Volunteer Training and Capacity BuildingTrains individuals to serve as volunteers on the 24-hour Korean/English bilingual hotline and supports volunteer involvement in afterschool programs and fundraising events like the annual Benefit Gala.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Culturally Responsive Trauma-Informed Service DeliveryProvides all services in Korean and English through staff trained in trauma-informed care, ensuring culturally and linguistically relevant support for survivors of violence and their children across counseling, advocacy, education, and emergency response programs.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$4.44M
Contributions & grants$2.35M53%
Program service revenue$2.13M48%
Investment income$79K2%
Other revenue$-118K
expenses
Total expenses$3.39M
Program expenses83%
Admin / overhead14%
Fundraising3%
Salaries & benefits$2.14M
Grants paid out$11K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$8.99M
Cash$3.14M
Investments$893K
Liabilities$620K
Net assets$8.37M
Liquid reserves14.3 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue +0.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JEEHAE FISCHER | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $159K |
| MI JUNG YOU | DEPUTY DIRECTOR | 40 | $135K |
board members · 15
- ALBERT PARK — DIRECTOR
- CATHY LEE — DIRECTOR
- DEANNE YEE — DIRECTOR
- ESTHER LIMB ESQ — BOARD CHAIR
- JENNIFER KANG — DIRECTOR
- JULIENNE PARK — DIRECTOR
- LAUREN UY LEE ESQ — SECRETARY
- MARK KIM - RESIGNED APRIL 2024 — TREASURER
- MICHELLE LEE — VICE CHAIR
- SELENA COHN — DIRECTOR
- SK RA — TREASURER
- SONNI KIM — DIRECTOR
- SYLVIA LEE — DIRECTOR
- TOM ROH — DIRECTOR
- YUMI OH — DIRECTOR
relationships · 12
Who they work with
- ACS Government — Provides counseling services for individuals with ACS-related issues.
- Asian American Federation Partner — Collaborates through the Hope Against Hate Campaign to combat anti-Asian hate and support AAPI communities.
- CBO Partner — Co-sponsor of the 28th Annual Silent March Against Domestic Violence.
- East-West School of International Studies Partner — Host site for the Hodori Afterschool Program serving students in grades 6–8.
- Instagram Partner — Platform used to share organizational updates and community engagement activities
- J.H.S. 189 Partner — Host site for the Hodori Afterschool Program serving students in grades K–8.
- NYC Office for the Prevention of Hate Crimes Partner — Partners to address anti-Asian violence and discrimination through community outreach, education, and safety resources.
- New York Tri-State area Government — Provides services to individuals and families in the New York Tri-State area.
- Not specified Partner — Provides referrals to court, hospitals, lawyers, social services, and community agencies.
- U.S. Congresswoman Grace Meng Partner — Featured participant or collaborator at the 5th AAPI Family Fun Day event
- local law firms Partner — Collaborate to provide free legal consultations and pro-bono representation to survivors.
- partnering agencies Partner — Collaborate to provide free legal consultations and pro-bono representation to survivors.
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 Congruent Caremethodology: culturally_congruent_careBy employing fully bilingual and bicultural staff, the organization delivers services that reflect an innate understanding of Korean immigrant family experiences, thereby increasing trust, engagement, and effectiveness because cultural alignment reduces stigma and communication barriers.
- Dual Prevention and Intervention Modelmethodology: culturally_specific_prevention_and_interventionBy combining culturally specific prevention and targeted intervention strategies, the organization addresses domestic violence and sexual assault at multiple levels because early education reduces incidence while culturally responsive crisis support improves outcomes for survivors.
- Peer and Creative Expression-Based Healingmethodology: peer_support_therapyBy using peer support groups and creative expression therapy, the organization facilitates emotional recovery for survivors and their children because shared lived experiences and non-verbal modalities reduce isolation and enable healing where traditional talk therapy may fail.
- Trauma-Informed Service Deliverymethodology: trauma_informed_careBy integrating trauma-informed principles—safety, trustworthiness, peer support, collaboration, and mutual respect—into all interactions, the organization fosters healing and client engagement because survivors are more likely to participate when re-traumatization is actively prevented.