irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $236KBizBeyond's expert business consultants provide FREE 1 on 1 coaching to artist entrepreneurs, which help them thrive and grow. BizBeyondTM helps artists and entrepreneurs, from figuring out how to monetize a hobby or passion, supplementing income with a part-time business, and those who mainly support themselves full-time with a company. BizBeyondTM offers solutions tailored to meet their needs and increase their profitability. BizBeyondTM goal is to assist businesses in developing more profits, expanding their business, or supporting those who wish to start a business. Our services, including individual sessions, group events, and consultations, are provided for FREE. DYCD did not pay us anything on this program as of 6/30/2025
- #2 $0none
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
BizBeyond
Free business development program offering one-on-one coaching, technology workshops, and newsletters to help artist entrepreneurs and small business owners increase profitability and grow their businesses.
Dance Classes
Jazz dance and movement classes adapted for all physical abilities, combining seated exercises and dance combinations, with performances at recitals and community events.
Drama Classes
Creative improvisation classes for seniors that improve confidence and mental agility, culminating in original plays written and performed by participants in the community.
Golden Treasures Concert Series
45-minute interactive musical revues performed monthly at senior centers, featuring music from the 1920s to 1990s including jazz, blues, gospel, soul, Latin, and rock and roll, with audience participation and requests.
Mobile Technology Classes
Technology training for seniors, enabling digital literacy and participation in modern communication and creative tools.
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Senior Social & Enrichment Programming 1 activity
- Delivers arts programming and technology services to seniorsProvides dance, drama, and computer classes for seniors of all ages and abilities, including seated dance exercises, improvisational drama activities, and technology workshops. Programs aim to improve mental ability, confidence, and creative thinking, with opportunities for seniors to present original plays and performances in the community.
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Live Music Performances for Seniors and Isolated Populations 1 activity
- Hosts monthly musical revue concert series for seniorsProduces and performs interactive monthly musical revues for seniors at community centers and senior facilities in the Bronx, including Pelham Senior Center and Rochdale Village Senior Center. Performances feature audience-requested songs and music from the 1920s to 1950s, such as jazz standards, big band, blues, and early rock and roll.
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Live Music Performances & Concerts 1 activity
- Presents thematic musical revues on American music and cultural historyStages a series of thematic musical revues that explore American cultural evolution through music, including tributes to Broadway, Motown, African-American musical contributions, women in music, and the multicultural roots of rock and roll. These productions are performed at public events such as street fairs, health fairs, festivals, and community centers.
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Small Business Technical Assistance 1 activity
- Provides business development support for entrepreneurs and artistsOffers a free business development program that includes one-on-one coaching, online workshops, and an enewsletter to support New York City entrepreneurs, with a focus on artist entrepreneurs seeking to monetize creative work and grow their businesses. Served 400 entrepreneurs through the BizBeyond project.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$158K
Contributions & grants$125K79%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$33K21%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$428K
Program expenses91%
Admin / overhead9%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$389K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$629K
Cash$245K
Investments$378K
Liabilities$303K
Net assets$326K
Liquid reserves17.4 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -84.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 1
- Riccardo Cardona Board Chair — Board Chair
relationships · 17
Who they work with
- Beatrice Lewis Senior Center Partner — Location for Conscientious Musical Revues programming
- Chris Blenman Senior Center Partner — Host site for CMR's monthly concert series
- DYCD Government — Government agency that did not provide payment for the BizBeyond program as of June 30, 2025.
- Grace Agaard Senior Center Partner — Hosts CMR senior drama recitals and class presentations.
- Grace Agaard Senior Center Partner — Location for Conscientious Musical Revues programming
- Guess Senior Center (Twin Parks) Partner — Location for Conscientious Musical Revues programming
- Montefiore Senior Center Partner — Collaborates with Montefiore Senior Center to present senior performing arts programs.
- Mt Camel Senior Center Partner — Host site for CMR's monthly concert series
- Mt Camel Senior Center Partner — Location for Conscientious Musical Revues programming
- Pelham Senior Center Partner — Host site for the Golden Treasures concert series.
- Rochdale Village Partner — Hosts CMR dance classes and recitals for seniors
- Rochdale Village Senior Center Partner — Host site for the Golden Treasures concert series.
- SAGE Bronx Partner — Location for Conscientious Musical Revues programming
- Sedgewick Partner — Location for Conscientious Musical Revues programming
- Sister Annunciata Partner — Host site for CMR's monthly concert series
- Sister Annunciata Partner — Location for Conscientious Musical Revues programming
- St Charles Senior Center Partner — Location for Conscientious Musical Revues programming
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.
- Artist Entrepreneur Support through Business Coachingmethodology: artist_entrepreneur_supportBy providing tailored business coaching and resources to artist entrepreneurs, we support sustainable creative livelihoods because structured skill-building increases profitability and long-term engagement in the arts.
- Arts Access as Community Wellbeingmethodology: arts-access-for-community-wellbeingBy increasing access to performing arts in low-income African American and Latino communities, we improve quality of life because culturally rooted artistic experiences foster pride, connection, and social cohesion.
- Culturally Congruent Program Deliverymethodology: culturally_congruent_deliveryBy aligning leadership and staff culturally and ethnically with the communities served, we build trust and program relevance because shared identity increases engagement and cultural resonance in arts participation.
- Inclusive Participation Through Adaptive Arts Instructionmethodology: inclusive_participationBy adapting dance and drama instruction to all physical and mental abilities, we ensure full participation because inclusive design removes barriers and affirms dignity, enabling broader engagement in creative expression.
- Participatory Arts for Senior Engagementmethodology: creative_agingBy using mobile technology, dance, drama, and humor-infused group activities, we improve quality of life among seniors because creative, interactive rhythms stimulate cognitive and emotional well-being and foster community belonging.