irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $161KRISING LEADERS PROGRAM SERVICES - A CLASS OF APPROXIMATELY 40 INDIVIDUALS RANGING FROM AGE 22 - 35 WHO ARE UP AND COMING IN THEIR CAREERS, WITH DIVERSE BACKGROUNDS, PARTICIPATE IN A YEARLONG PROGRAM THAT INVOLVES DEVELOPMENT OF EFFECTIVE COLLABORATIVE LEADERSHIP THROUGH YEARLONG DAY SESSIONS, PRESENTATIONS AND WORKSHOPS.
- #2 $141KYOUTH LEADERSHIP PROGRAM SERVICES - A TEN-MONTH LEADERSHIP ENRICHMENT PROGRAM WHICH RUNS THE ACADEMIC CALENDAR YEAR AND SERVES APPROXIMATELY 50 HIGH SCHOOL SOPHOMORES, JUNIORS AND SENIORS THROUGHOUT WESTERN NEW YORK. THE CURRICULUM BUILDS A FOUNDATION OF LEADERSHIP SKILLS, AN AWARENESS OF COMMUNITY ISSUES, AN APPRECIATION FOR DIVERSITY AND A COMMITMENT TO LIFELONG COMMUNITY SERVICE IN THE FUTURE OF OUR COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP.
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Class Experience
Year-long program for established professionals, including executives and nonprofit leaders, designed to deepen understanding of regional challenges and enhance leadership skills through immersive sessions and peer engagement.
Leadership Buffalo University (LBU)
Integrated leadership curriculum within Rising Leaders and Class Experience programs, focusing on emotional intelligence, diversity, equity and inclusion, and strategic thinking through interactive workshops.
Rising Leaders
Year-long leadership development program for individuals aged 22–35 in the Greater Buffalo area, focusing on servant leadership, community issues, and peer collaboration through monthly sessions and retreats.
Youth Leadership Program
Ten-month leadership enrichment program for high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors in Western New York, building foundational leadership skills, awareness of community issues, and commitment to service.
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Leadership Development Programs 3 activities
- Free professional development sessions for alumni and participantsOffers free professional development sessions exclusively for Leadership Buffalo alumni and current participants, including workshops on navigating avoidance, procrastination, and overwhelm led by external experts.
- Leadership development program for established professionalsProvides an advanced leadership development program for established professionals in the Greater Buffalo region, including corporate executives, entrepreneurs, and nonprofit leaders, designed for those seeking skill enhancement without a full-year commitment.
- Yearlong leadership development program for emerging leadersOperates a yearlong leadership development program for approximately 40 emerging leaders aged 22–35 from diverse backgrounds in the Greater Buffalo region, involving day sessions, workshops, and presentations focused on critical regional issues such as education, criminal and social justice, arts and culture, environmental sustainability, hunger and poverty, and healthcare.
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Professional Membership and Association Benefits 1 activity
- Alumni member perks and local business partnershipsOffers a member perk program that provides exclusive discounts at local businesses for alumni and participants, supporting regional economic development and community engagement.
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Nonprofit Capacity Building Services 1 activity
- Board governance training and nonprofit leadership supportProvides board governance training and facilitates board matching opportunities for alumni to support nonprofit leadership development and strengthen civic engagement in the Greater Buffalo region.
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Cultural Exchange and Community Integration Events 1 activity
- Community immersion program for relocating senior executivesOffers a program for senior executives new to the Buffalo/Niagara Region and their partners to connect with the local community through cultural and historical tours, guided sessions, and relationship-building activities that foster integration and community engagement.
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Youth Leadership Development Programs 1 activity
- Leadership enrichment program for high school studentsRuns a ten-month leadership enrichment program during the academic year for approximately 50 high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors in Western New York, offering specialized programming focused on leadership skills, community issues, diversity, lifelong service, and community impact.
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Alumni Community Building 1 activity
- Professional development and alumni engagement eventsHosts ongoing events and workshops for alumni and current participants, including lunch sessions with community leaders, exclusive skill-building workshops, networking receptions, graduation ceremonies, open houses, and bus tour social hours to strengthen leadership skills, foster connections, and support community and professional networks.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$622K
Contributions & grants$67K11%
Program service revenue$448K72%
Investment income$5K1%
Other revenue$102K
expenses
Total expenses$855K
Program expenses86%
Admin / overhead11%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$451K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$528K
Cash$137K
Investments$230K
Liabilities$425K
Net assets$103K
Liquid reserves5.2 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -30.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| MORGAN HARDY | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER- E | 40 | $148K |
board members · 16
- ALEXIS AGNELLO — BOARD MEMBER
- ASANTEWA HOLLEY — BOARD MEMBER
- CATHERINE ROBERTS — BOARD MEMBER
- CHRISTINE STOLZENBURG — BOARD MEMBER
- CINDY EBERL — BOARD MEMBER
- DAPHNE ROSS — BOARD MEMBER
- DARCY CONNORS — BOARD MEMBER
- DIANA SEDITA — BOARD MEMBER
- EMILY CIRAOLO — BOARD MEMBER
- FRAN SLAVIN — BOARD MEMBER
- HEIDI MCCREADY — BOARD MEMBER
- JOSH TORRANCE — BOARD MEMBER
- JUSTIN REID — TREASURER
- KELLY REITNOUR — BOARD MEMBER
- LAVAR BROWN — BOARD MEMBER
- TREVOR TORCELLO — CHAIR
relationships · 13
Who they work with
- Alana Adetola Arts Photography, LLC. Partner — Photography services provider for Leadership Buffalo events or materials.
- Ascendant Partner — Collaborates with Ascendant to deliver professional development content through expert-led workshops.
- Buffalo Double Decker Bus Tours Partner — Partner organization providing the bus tour for a Leadership Buffalo alumni social event.
- Class of 2026 Partner — New cohort participating in Leadership Buffalo's leadership development program.
- Greater Buffalo region Network — Primary geographic network served by Leadership Buffalo's leadership programs.
- Greater Buffalo region Network — Regional network of schools and communities from which participants are drawn
- Jasmine Foster Partner — Program and Marketing Manager at Leadership Buffalo, creating community experiences through communications and program development.
- Kendra Brim Partner — Vice President of Programs and Organizational Advancement at Leadership Buffalo, leading program design and community engagement.
- Leadership Buffalo University Partner — Integrated provider of leadership development sessions within the Rising Leaders program.
- Leadership Buffalo University Partner — Provides integrated leadership development sessions within the Class Experience program.
- Melissa Hall Partner — Director of Finance and Operations at Leadership Buffalo, supporting mission sustainability and community development.
- Morgan Hardy Partner — Chief Executive Officer at Leadership Buffalo, leading organizational vision and inclusive leadership development.
- select local businesses Partner — Provides exclusive discounts to members through partnerships with local businesses.
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.
- Experiential and Inclusive Leadership Developmentmethodology: experiential_inclusive_leadershipBy combining experiential learning with inclusive leadership principles—such as emotional intelligence, diversity, equity, and inclusion—the organization builds adaptive leaders who are better equipped to understand community challenges and drive civic impact, because shared experience and collaborative engagement deepen empathy and relational networks.
- Leadership Through Community Immersion and Peer Collaborationmethodology: community_immersion_modelBy immersing leaders in the cultural and social fabric of Buffalo through curated sessions, city tours, and peer collaboration, the organization accelerates community integration and strengthens leadership networks, because direct exposure to local issues and relationships with diverse peers fosters deeper civic commitment and informed action.
- Values-Driven Leadership Network Buildingmethodology: values_networkingBy instilling core values such as service, inclusion, and community impact during leadership development, the organization creates a self-sustaining network of leaders who continue to drive change beyond program completion, because shared values strengthen long-term engagement and collective action.
- Youth and Alumni Leadership Continuummethodology: leadership_pipelineBy offering development programs for youth and sustained engagement for alumni—including workshops and board governance training—the organization builds a pipeline of skilled leaders who contribute to community and nonprofit sectors, because ongoing skill-building and service opportunities reinforce leadership identity and institutional impact.