named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Factory Five Build Program
Students build a Factory Five vehicle from the ground up over one academic year, integrating engineering, design, and project management skills.
Pathways to Success Curriculum
Enrichment program led by Matteo Lundgren that supports personal growth, self-discovery, and actionable steps for student development throughout the school year.
WCP Virtual Championship
Season-long virtual racing series from November to May using Trak Racer simulators, where student teams compete on professional tracks with live broadcasts and professional commentary.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Youth & Emerging Filmmaker Training 1 activity
- Career Skills Development in Marketing and MediaTeaches high school students professional skills through classes and project-based learning in marketing, journalism, video production, and public relations, including the development of integrated marketing campaigns for their vehicle build projects.
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Alumni Leadership and Career Support Programs 1 activity
- Post-Program Career Pathway SupportProvides alumni with access to internship opportunities and a continued professional career pathway through a partnership with Alfred State College’s Motorsports Program.
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Hands-On STEM Education Programs 1 activity
- STEAM Education through Vehicle BuildingGuides high school students in building a high-performance Factory Five vehicle from the ground up over one academic year using a project-based STEAM curriculum, integrating hands-on engineering and technical skills development.
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Driver Training and Motorsports Education 1 activity
- Virtual Racing SeriesOperates a season-long virtual racing series from November through May, hosting 7 monthly races broadcast live on YouTube with professional-grade Trak Racer simulators and professional sim-racing commentary.
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Educational Field Trips and Experiential Outings 1 activity
- Work-Based Learning and Industry ExposureOrganizes field trips, guest speaker sessions, job shadowing opportunities, and facilitates access to pit areas on race day with championship teams to provide students with real-world immersive experiences in the motorsports industry.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.10M
Contributions & grants$9K1%
Program service revenue$1.10M99%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$66
expenses
Total expenses$1.30M
Program expenses87%
Admin / overhead13%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$449K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$154K
Cash$138K
Investments$0
Liabilities$36K
Net assets$117K
Liquid reserves1.3 mo
4 years on record · 2021–2024 · YoY revenue -1.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pius Kayiira | Executive Director | 40 | $140K |
board members · 4
- Alvin Sinckler — Treasurer
- Andrew Leo — Secretary
- Brian Battisti — President
- Charles Schneider — Vice President
relationships · 4
Who they work with
- Alfred State College Partner — Provides a continued professional career pathway for alumni through its Motorsports Program.
- Alfred State College Partner — Provides a continuous career pathway through its Motorsports Program for WCP students.
- Cody Schmitt Partner — Dedicated Simulator Coach supporting schools with strategy, practice routines, and simulator maintenance
- Cornell University Partner — Collaborates through pre-college opportunity programming involving high school student outreach.
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.
- Integrated Social-Emotional and Technical Development 152 orgsmethodology: holistic_student_developmentBy combining technical and professional training with social-emotional learning workshops, we support holistic student growth because addressing non-cognitive skills alongside academic ones improves resilience, teamwork, and long-term success.shared approach: Whole-Child Integrated Development →
- Inclusive Participation Model 77 orgsmethodology: inclusive_participation_modelBy limiting individual race participation, we ensure broader team engagement and equitable access to leadership and skill-building roles because structural constraints on individual spotlight roles promote collaboration and shared ownership.
- Project-Based Learning through Racing 45 orgsmethodology: project_based_learningBy engaging students in the hands-on design, build, and operation of a student-run racing organization, we deliver integrated STEAM and professional skills education because experiential, challenge-driven projects increase motivation, deepen understanding, and promote interdisciplinary application of knowledge.shared approach: Experiential Learning Through Challenge →
- Simulator-Linked Physical Learning 45 orgsmethodology: simulator_linked_to_physical_buildBy aligning virtual racing simulations with physical car design and performance, we create a feedback-rich learning environment because connecting digital experimentation to real-world engineering outcomes reinforces scientific inquiry and systems thinking.shared approach: Experiential Learning Through Challenge →