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THE YOUNG WOMEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF ULSTER COUNTY INC
KINGSTON, NY · EIN 141338443 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE P27 · Human Services · Medium ($1M-$10M) · ywcaulstercounty.org
revenue
$1.6M
expenses
$1.7M
net assets
$1.0M
employees
48
program ratio
75%
mission · from form 990

THE YWCA ULSTER COUNTY'S PURPOSE IS TO SERVE WOMEN THROUGHOUT THEIR LIFETIMES, EMPOWER WOMEN AND FAMILIES AND ADVOCATE FOR RACIAL JUSTICE AND HUMAN RIGHTS.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Young Women's Christian Association of Ulster County is a nonprofit organization based in Kingston, NY, focused on empowering women and families, advancing racial justice, and supporting community wellness. The organization provides direct services including family counseling, early childhood education, and mental health initiatives, while also running advocacy campaigns and community programs. Its work spans human services, racial equity, and holistic wellness, primarily serving Ulster County residents.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024

What they reported doing

  1. #1 primary $415K
    INTENSIVE FAMILY COUNSELING TO AVOID PLACEMENT OF CHILDREN INTO THE FOSTER CARE SYSTEM.
named programs · 6 · from sources

What they call their work

Intensive Family Counseling
Provides counseling services to keep children from entering foster care by supporting family stability and addressing underlying challenges
Playdate with Purpose
Community event introducing families to the Magic Circle School’s Toddler+ Room and early childhood education programs
Prism Spiral Retreat
Sponsored immersive retreat created by Spiral Mirror to support personal healing and self-unification during Samhain and All Souls’ Day
Stand Against Racism Campaign
12-month initiative promoting racial justice through monthly themed events, workshops, and community dialogues focused on equity and inclusion
Tech Lab (Techwise Program)
New technology lab funded by Spectrum Services to provide access and skill-building for women, entrepreneurs, and learners
The Healing Hours
Monthly free holistic and metaphysical healing sessions including Reiki, acupuncture, tarot, and reflexology, offered in partnership with People’s Place and Spiral Mirror
activities · 14 groups

What they do

  • Curated Art Exhibitions and Public Displays 1 activity
    • Arts Programming and Community Engagement
      Operates the Maiden Lane Gallery and Art Campus as public spaces featuring rotating art exhibitions, public art installations, and artist-led programs to support artists and foster community engagement with the arts.
  • Youth Writing Contests & Recognition Programs 1 activity
    • Community Empowerment and Uplift Initiatives
      Conducts initiatives to uplift and empower communities in the Mid-Hudson Valley, including the Student Writing Contest and Fundraiser: Eracism!.
  • Early Childhood Education & Development Programs 1 activity
    • Early Childhood Education and Childcare Services
      Operates a state-licensed, state-accredited early childhood learning center in Kingston, NY, providing high-quality childcare and school-readiness programs for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. Offers programs including Toddler Plus (2.5–3 years), preschool using the Creative Curriculum, and Playdate With Purpose events, serving over 1,275 families annually across multiple sites including a supportive housing development in the Town of Ulster.
  • Domestic Violence Survivor Support Services 1 activity
    • Emergency Housing for Women and Children
      Provides safe, temporary housing for women and children in crisis.
  • Child Welfare and Protection Services 1 activity
    • Family Preservation and Counseling Services
      Provides intensive family counseling and support through the Families Now program for high-risk families in Ulster County, particularly those involved in the family court system, to prevent child placement into foster care and preserve family stability.
  • Art Museum Funding and Support 1 activity
    • Funding Community Arts and Wellness Initiatives
      Funds and sponsors the Prism Spiral immersive retreat created by Spiral Mirror as part of its community wellness and arts programming.
  • Trauma-Informed Yoga and Mindfulness Programs 1 activity
    • Healing and Wellness Events
      Co-hosts monthly free holistic and metaphysical healing sessions in collaboration with community partners such as People's Place and Spiral Mirror, and hosts mindfulness workshops focused on workplace well-being and mental resilience.
  • Public Awareness and Educational Outreach 1 activity
    • Public Education and Media Advocacy
      Engages in public discussions on racial justice, women's empowerment, community health, and aging with dignity through media appearances, radio interviews, and public affairs programming.
  • Civil Rights Advocacy & Litigation 1 activity
    • Stand Against Racism Campaign
      Operates a year-long "Stand Against Racism" campaign, including monthly themed events, discussions, and workshops such as the Mindfulness Matters Workshop, to advance racial justice, promote community dialogue, and address systemic inequities as a public health crisis.
  • Community Art Education Workshops 1 activity
    • Summer Pre-K Arts Program
      Runs the Bridge to Build summer pre-K arts program, an arts-focused curriculum designed to build confidence, self-esteem, and kindergarten readiness through play and artistic self-expression.
  • Parenting Support for At-Risk Families 1 activity
    • Support Services for Teen Parents
      Provides pre- and postpartum counseling, education, and referral services for teen parents to support healthy development and parenting skills.
  • Comprehensive Women's Health Services 1 activity
    • Women's Health and Preventive Care Services
      Provides access to healthcare, preventive services, mental health support, and community care networks for women, including no-cost ovarian, cervical, and breast cancer screenings, monthly holistic health clinics, and preventive cardiology services.
  • Women's Empowerment and Leadership Development 1 activity
    • Workforce and Entrepreneurial Development for Women
      Offers workforce development, financial literacy workshops, professional development training, and entrepreneurial support for women through programs such as WealthWise, Clinton Avenue Kitchen, and hands-on training initiatives, including a Tech Lab launched with a $20,000 Techwise Grant to bridge the technology gap.
  • Girls' Mentorship and Leadership Development 1 activity
    • Youth Development Programs
      Offers life skills workshops and service opportunities for youth ages 11 through 18 through Girls Inc. programming, promoting personal growth and community engagement.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.58M
Contributions & grants$167K11%
Program service revenue$1.40M89%
Investment income$13K1%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$1.72M
Program expenses75%
Admin / overhead25%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$1.31M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.15M
Cash$180K
Investments$382K
Liabilities$118K
Net assets$1.03M
Liquid reserves3.9 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -1.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 7
  • ANDREA FLIAKOS — SECRETARY
  • ANNA GIBBS — CHAIR
  • ANTHENA DEMETRA FLIAKOS — CEO
  • DR NILAJA GREEN — BOARD MEMBER
  • MARY ANN HILDEBRANDT — TREASURER
  • MICHAEL SIMPSON — TREASURER
  • SOPHIE LANGA — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 20

Who they work with

  • Girls Inc. Partner — Implements Girls Inc. programming for life skills and service opportunities for youth.
  • HUDSY Partner — Co-participates in public radio discussions on racial justice and women's empowerment.
  • La Voz con Mariel Fiori Partner — Partners with YWCA Ulster County to feature staff on the "Women Making Change" show during Hispanic Heritage Month.
  • League of Women Voters of the Mid-Hudson Valley Region Partner — Collaborating organization with intersecting missions focused on community empowerment and advocacy.
  • Matthew Moment Partner — Curator of exhibitions at the Maiden Lane Gallery
  • O+ Partner — Shares a commitment with YWCA Ulster County to community flourishing through public art, highlighted during the Fall Fête event.
  • People’s Place Partner — Collaborates with YWCA Ulster County and Spiral Mirror to host The Healing Hours, offering free holistic and metaphysical healing sessions.
  • RUPCO Partner — Partner organization in a supportive housing development where YWCA Ulster County provides daycare services.
  • Radio Kingston Partner — Collaborates on radio programming to discuss community issues and YWCA initiatives.
  • River Rise Partner — Partners with YWCA Ulster County to host a Black History Month event exploring Martin Luther King Jr.'s Letter from Birmingham Jail.
  • Spectrum News Partner — Collaborates with YWCA Ulster County on media coverage and interviews to highlight services and advocacy efforts.
  • Spectrum Services Funder — Provided a $20,000 Techwise Grant to support the launch of YWCA Ulster County’s new Tech Lab.
  • Spiral Mirror Partner — Co-hosts The Healing Hours with YWCA Ulster County and People’s Place; creates the Prism Spiral retreat sponsored by YWCA Ulster County.
  • State of New York Government — Licensed and approved provider of childcare programs
  • The Magic Circle School Partner — Collaborates to deliver early childhood education and childcare services.
  • Ulster County Department of Social Services Partner — Provides prioritized referrals to the Families Now program.
  • Ulster County Family Court Partner — Partners to provide educational programs and family support services within the family court system.
  • Ulster County Regional Chamber of Commerce Partner — Engages in joint advocacy and public awareness efforts, including centennial campaign discussions.
  • YWCA USA Network — Member of the national YWCA USA network, aligning with its mission to eliminate racism and empower women.
  • YWCA USA Network — Member of the national YWCA network, aligning with its mission to eliminate racism and empower women.
strategies · 5

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.

  • Financial and Career Empowerment Programming
    methodology: economic_empowerment
    By providing hands-on financial education, career development, and entrepreneurial support, the organization advances women’s economic independence, because practical skill-building and targeted resources enable long-term financial security.
  • Holistic Wellness Integration
    methodology: holistic_wellness
    By addressing physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing through holistic and metaphysical modalities, the organization promotes deeper healing and sustained wellness, because integrated approaches support whole-person health beyond symptom treatment.
  • Play-Based, Child-Led Learning
    methodology: play_based_learning
    By prioritizing curiosity, wonder, and discovery through play-based and child-led learning models, the organization supports cognitive and socio-emotional development in young children, because experiential engagement fosters real-world understanding more effectively than structured academic tasks.
  • Racial Justice Through Sustained Community Engagement
    methodology: sustained_racial_justice_education
    By using a monthly thematic framework for racial justice education and amplifying community voices through media and art, the organization fosters ongoing dialogue and collective healing, because sustained, participatory engagement deepens understanding and drives systemic change.
  • Solution-Focused Empowerment Model
    methodology: solution_focused_therapy
    By using solution-focused therapy and positioning counselors as collaborative allies, the organization supports families in making immediate behavioral changes and better choices for their children, because this approach emphasizes actionable problem-solving over prolonged diagnostic analysis.