irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $21KBeautification and neighborhood definition - Programs are initiated to beautify the neighborhood by providing holiday lighting and banners.
- #2 $177KPromotion - We utilize videos to recap events and keep community and our stakeholders informed about our activities, which are also featured on our website. Our events are designed to engage the community.
named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Boo Bash
Halloween-themed community event held at 1191 Castle Hill Avenue, featuring local merchants, festive activities, and family engagement
Christmas Tree Lighting
Annual holiday event featuring a tree lighting ceremony, visit from Santa, carols, gift giveaways, and community participation; first held in 2022 after official BID launch
Earth Day Event
Environmental awareness event co-hosted with Westchester Square BID, featuring goody bags, planter painting, and community engagement activities
Easter Bunny Event
Seasonal event bringing the Easter Bunny to the district with goody bag giveaways and participation from NYPD precincts and community volunteers
Street Festival
Community festival along Castle Hill Avenue aimed at uniting residents and merchants, promoting local culture, and strengthening neighborhood bonds
Thanksgiving Food Distribution
Annual food drive in partnership with Throggs Neck Community Alliance providing fresh protein, produce, and essentials to over 300 families
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Supplemental Urban Sanitation Services 1 activity
- Beautification and sanitation servicesProvides supplemental sanitation services and holiday lighting and banners to maintain a cleaner, safer, and more welcoming district environment.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Community events and programmingOrganizes family-friendly events such as Halloween events, Easter Bunny events, Earth Day activities, street festivals, and Christmas tree lighting celebrations to increase community engagement and foot traffic.
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Documentary Film Production 1 activity
- Community outreach and documentationProduces videos to recap events and inform the community and stakeholders about organizational activities.
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Food Distribution and Hunger Relief 1 activity
- Food distribution for community familiesDistributed fresh protein, produce, and essential ingredients to over 300 families in the community during the holiday season.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$401K
Contributions & grants$401K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$374K
Program expenses88%
Admin / overhead8%
Fundraising4%
Salaries & benefits$79K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$340K
Cash$210K
Investments$0
Liabilities$11K
Net assets$329K
Liquid reserves6.7 mo
3 years on record · 2022–2024 · YoY revenue -13.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sasha Ortiz | Executive Director | 40 | $69K |
board members · 14
- Anthony DeRosa — Chairman
- Charmaine Mangaroo rep Eric Adams M — Director
- Dan Siegel — Treasurer
- Flor Polanco — Director
- Greer Mayhew rep Brad Lander NYC Co — Director
- Juan Cabrera — Vice Chairman
- Linda Lionetti — Director
- Madeline Marquez — Secretary
- Mahabir Ramsahoye — Director
- Marco Luna rep Amanda Farias NYC Co — Director
- Marshall Strawbridge rep Vanessa L — Director
- Nelson NG — Director
- Ruben Rodriguez — Director
- William Rivera — Director
relationships · 28
Who they work with
- 43rd Precinct Government — Provided event security for the Christmas tree lighting event.
- 43rd Precinct Government — Provided safety and security support during the Halloween event.
- 43rd Precinct Partner — Provided safety and support at the tree lighting event.
- 43rd Precinct Partner — Supported the Earth Day event through collaboration and presence.
- 43rd Precinct NYPD Partner — Provided support during the Easter event.
- 45th Precinct Partner — Provided safety and support at the tree lighting event.
- 45th Precinct NYPD Partner — Provided support during the Easter event.
- Alina Dowe from the Mayor’s Office Government — Attended the Christmas tree lighting event.
- Amanda Farias Government — Council Member and Majority Leader Amanda Farias has provided public support, indicating a government affiliation or collaborative relationship.
- Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson Government — Attended the Christmas tree lighting event.
- Bronx Times Partner — Featured in the Bronx Times, indicating a media partnership or public outreach collaboration.
- Council Member Farias Government — Attended and co-sponsored the Christmas tree lighting event.
- Councilmember Amanda Farias Government — Recognized as a supporter of the Earth Day event.
- LuLu’s Coffee Shop Partner — Partnered with Castle Hill District Management Association Inc to create a festive atmosphere for the Halloween event.
- Milly’s Party Center Partner — Partnered with Castle Hill District Management Association Inc to create a festive atmosphere for the Halloween event.
- NYC Small Business Services (SBS) Partner — Co-sponsored the Christmas tree lighting event.
- NYC311 Government — Partner for public access to city services and information related to the BID.
- NYPD Auxiliary Partner — Provided support during the Easter event.
- New York City Small Business Services Government — Partner agency providing official resources and information related to the BID.
- Ponce Bank Partner — Co-sponsored the Christmas tree lighting event.
- St. Helena’s Church Partner — Provided space to welcome families during the Thanksgiving giveaway event.
- State Senator Natalia Fernandez Government — Attended the Christmas tree lighting event.
- Tableaux Multimedia Partner — Collaborates with Tableaux Multimedia for photo and video documentation of events.
- Tableaux Multimedia Partner — Documented the first tree lighting event through photography and video.
- Throggs Neck Community Alliance Partner — Collaborated with Castle Hill BID to host a Thanksgiving giveaway for over 300 families.
- Westchester Square BID Partner — Co-hosted an Earth Day event to promote environmental awareness.
- Westchester Square BID Partner — Collaborated on joint parade float and tree lighting event.
- Westchester Square BID Partner — Collaborated to bring the Easter Bunny to the district for a community event.
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.
- Community Events as Vehicles for Engagement and Social Cohesionmethodology: community_eventsBy organizing festive, inclusive events featuring seasonal traditions and local participation, we strengthen community ties and neighborhood pride because shared experiences build trust, visibility, and collective identity in the district.
- Community Partnership Network for Direct Service Deliverymethodology: community_partnership_distributionBy partnering with local organizations to distribute essential resources like food, we increase access and equity because leveraging trusted community networks ensures culturally appropriate, dignified, and efficient service delivery to those in need.
- Community-Driven Revitalization Through Business-Community Partnershipsmethodology: community-driven_revitalizationBy coordinating business improvement initiatives with community engagement efforts, we strengthen neighborhood cohesion and economic vitality because shared ownership between local stakeholders and residents produces sustainable, locally-informed revitalization.