irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2023
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $3.07MGENERAL COMMUNITY PROGRAMMING - COMMUNITY SERVICE BLOCK GRANT FUND USED TO ADMINISTER COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAMS TO ELIMINATE POVERTY IN NASSAU COUNTY, NEW YORK.
- #2 $425KYOUTH DEVELOPMENT- PROVIDE SUMMER PROGRAMS, YOUTH AT RISK PROGRAMS AND AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS FOR ECONOMICALLY DISADVANTAGED YOUTH FROM LOW INCOME FAMILIES.
named programs · 13 · from sources
What they call their work
County-Wide Youth Council
Youth leadership program that fosters civic engagement, leadership development, and community service among youth participants.
Displaced Homemakers Program
Job readiness and computer skills training for adults re-entering the workforce, particularly women who have been out of the labor market.
Emergency Food and Shelter Program
Provides emergency food, rent/mortgage assistance, and utility support to Nassau County residents in crisis.
Head Start Child Development Program
Federally funded early childhood education program providing comprehensive services to low-income children and families, including education, health, nutrition, and parent involvement.
Health Equity Alliance of Long Island (HEALI)
Convenes community-based organizations to advance equitable health outcomes through collaboration and large-scale wellness initiatives.
Immigration Services
Provides support and resources to immigrant populations, including legal training and advocacy.
Learning Enrichment Afterschool Program Supports (LEAPS)
After-school program offering academic support and enrichment activities for economically disadvantaged youth.
Rapid Re-Housing
Supports individuals and families experiencing homelessness with short-term rental assistance and services to promote housing stability.
Re-entry Services
Supports formerly incarcerated individuals with reintegration services to promote successful community reentry.
Senior Programs
Services tailored to the needs of older adults in the community, promoting wellness and social engagement.
Summer Youth Program
Eight-week summer program for children ages 6–13 offering academic enrichment in reading, math, and writing, along with recreational and sports activities at five locations in Nassau County.
Youth Empowerment Career Training Initiative (YECTI)
Positive youth development program providing career training, mentorship, and college preparation for at-risk youth, including annual college tours to HBCUs and other institutions.
Youth Entrepreneurial Services, Inc. DBA Blimpie
Franchise-based training program for young adults in business operations, including inventory, sales, marketing, and food handling.
activities · 10 groups
What they do
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Community Resource Navigation and Support Services 2 activities
- Administer poverty reduction programs using federal fundingUses Community Services Block Grant funds to administer community action programs aimed at reducing poverty in Nassau County, New York, serving economically disadvantaged individuals and families.
- Administer wrap-around social services for diverse populationsManages a broad portfolio of direct services including Head Start, afterschool supports (LEAPS), wellness initiatives, re-entry services, Rapid Re-Housing, immigration services, senior programs, and coordination of the HEALI network to serve low-income and vulnerable communities in Nassau County.
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Civic Engagement and Voter Mobilization 1 activity
- Advance civic engagement and voting rights educationSupports civic participation by educating individuals on voting rights and government engagement, and historically played a key role in structural reform advocacy, including locating plaintiffs for a landmark 1991 lawsuit that led to the dissolution of the unconstitutional Nassau County Board of Supervisors and the creation of a new legislature with minority representation.
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Community Capacity Building & Leadership Networks 1 activity
- Build community organizing and advocacy capacity among low-income residentsProvides education and technical assistance to empower low-income individuals to organize and advocate on issues affecting their lives, strengthening grassroots leadership and community-driven solutions.
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Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
- Deliver summer youth programs with academic and recreational componentsOperates an eight-week summer program for children aged 6 to 13 at five locations across Nassau County, providing academic instruction in reading comprehension, mathematics, and writing skills, alongside recreational and sports activities designed to promote team ethics, good sportsmanship, and discipline.
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Local High School Scholarship Programs 1 activity
- Fund scholarship programs for youth educationSecures funding and leads recruitment for the MLK and JLK scholarship programs, which support educational opportunities for youth.
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Food Distribution and Hunger Relief 1 activity
- Operate food distribution and emergency assistance programsDistributes food through local pantries and provides emergency support including rent/mortgage and utility assistance to individuals and families in crisis in Nassau County. Also includes nutritional education as part of service delivery.
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Nonprofit-Operated Cafés and Social Enterprises 1 activity
- Operate social enterprises to support workforce and program goalsRuns commercial operations including Cow Bay Transportation and Cow Bay Maintenance in Port Washington to provide real-world work experience and generate revenue to support local programs.
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College Access and Success Support 1 activity
- Organize college access and post-secondary preparation activitiesConducts annual college tours, including multi-day trips to HBCUs and other institutions, to support youth participants in post-secondary planning, with mentorship and preparation components integrated into programming.
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Workforce Readiness Training 1 activity
- Provide job readiness and workforce training programsOffers job training and placement services, including the Displaced Homemakers Program Job Readiness & Computer Skills Course, and operates a Blimpie franchise as a hands-on training program for young adults in franchise operations, inventory, licensing, sales, marketing, and food handling.
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Youth Leadership Development Programs 1 activity
- Support youth leadership and career development initiativesProvides mentorship, leadership training, and community service projects through programs like the Youth Empowerment Career Training Initiative (Y.E.C.T.I) and the County-Wide Youth Council, which aim to build resilience and career readiness among at-risk youth.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$15.05M
Contributions & grants$15.00M100%
Program service revenue$55K0%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$15.07M
Program expenses89%
Admin / overhead11%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$9.53M
Grants paid out$887K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$9.20M
Cash$500K
Investments$0
Liabilities$2.56M
Net assets$6.64M
Liquid reserves0.4 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue -0.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
paid leadership · 3
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eric Poulson | CEO | 35 | $255K |
| Mateo Flores | CAP Director | 35 | $140K |
| Anita Shiver-Kennedy | Deputy Director | 35 | $135K |
board members · 21
- Angela J Young — Exec. V. Chair
- Anissa Moore — Board Rep
- Barbara Cromer — Board Rep
- Blanca Fabian — Board Rep
- Brian G Staley Sr — Chairperson
- Carl DeHaney — Board Rep
- Carrie Solages — Board Rep
- Dr John Guthman — Vice Chair
- Dr Phillip Elliott — Secretary
- Earl Noble — Board Rep
- Earnest Weekes — Board Rep
- Harriet Downer — Board Rep
- Herman Maston — Treasurer
- Ivan Molina — Board Rep
- Judy Puckerin — Board Rep
- Lenora Quinones — Board Rep
- Loraine Stanton — Board Rep
- Loretta Wilcox — Board Rep
- Seymour Edwards — Board Rep
- Tonya Gibson — Board Rep
- Wendy Jackson — Board Rep
relationships · 11
Who they work with
- City Government Government — Engages city-level leaders in shared efforts to address poverty.
- County Government Government — Engages county-level leaders in shared efforts to address poverty.
- Federal Government Government — Collaborates with federal government under the Federal Economic Opportunity Act and successor programs like Community Development Block Grant.
- Freeport Government — Works with Freeport Mayor’s office, represented by Conor Kirwan
- Health Equity Alliance of Long Island Partner — EOC leads HEALI, connecting community-based organizations and partners to advance equitable health outcomes.
- Hempstead Government — Engages with Hempstead local government, including Mayor Waylyn Hobbs, Jr. and School Board President Lamont Johnson
- Lakeview Public Library Partner — Lisa Ortiz, Board President of Lakeview Public Library, serves on the Board of Directors
- Nassau County Government Government — Collaborates with elected public officials from Nassau County, including County Executive, Legislators, and local mayors
- Nassau County Government Revision Commission Partner — EOC's CEO served as a member and Vice Chairman of the Commission, contributing to structural government reform.
- State Government Government — Engages state-level leaders in shared efforts to address poverty.
- Village Government Government — Engages village-level leaders in shared efforts to address poverty.
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.
- Community Action Agency Model for Systemic Changemethodology: community_action_agency_modelBy acting as a community action agency, the organization motivates other institutions to include marginalized populations in anti-poverty efforts because it leverages coordination, advocacy, and government resources to shift systems rather than only serve individuals.
- Community-Governed Program Designmethodology: community_participationBy involving community representatives and beneficiaries in planning and governance, programs achieve greater relevance and effectiveness because local knowledge and lived experience shape solutions that reflect actual needs and build trust.
- Emergency Safety Net with Pathways to Self-Sufficiencymethodology: emergency_safety_netBy providing immediate emergency assistance alongside job training and financial literacy, the organization helps families transition from crisis to stability because short-term relief is paired with long-term capacity building.
- Positive Youth Development Through Integrated Programmingmethodology: positive_youth_developmentBy combining academic instruction, recreation, leadership training, and career readiness, the organization supports at-risk youth because integrated, strengths-based programming addresses both social-emotional and economic barriers to success.
- Wrap-Around Services for Intergenerational Stabilitymethodology: wrap-around servicesBy providing integrated, multi-generational support services, the organization fosters long-term household stability and community self-reliance because addressing interconnected needs—such as employment, education, and emergency assistance—reduces recurring crisis and builds resilience.