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HARAMBEE KINGSTON NY
KINGSTON, NY · EIN 831353544 · Form 990 · FY2023 · NTEE A23 · Arts, Culture & Humanities · Small ($100K-$1M) · harambeekingstonny.org
revenue
$237K
expenses
$199K
net assets
$595K
employees
6
volunteers
7
program ratio
58%
mission · from form 990

HARAMBEE INC IS A NON-PROFIT COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION THAT SUPPORTS AND PROMOTES THE STRENGTH OF OUR COMMUNITY THROUGH CULTURAL AND EDUCATIONAL EVENTS THAT ENRICHES THE LIVES OF YOUTH, ADULTS OF KINGSTON NY. HARAMBEE IS THE HOME OF THE HISTORIC PINE STREET AFRICAN BURIAL GROUND

profile · synthesized from sources

Harambee Kingston NY is a nonprofit community organization based in Kingston, New York, dedicated to cultural and educational enrichment through events that celebrate African heritage. It stewards the historic Pine Street African Burial Ground, a sacred site dating back to the 1750s, and leads efforts to preserve and honor the legacy of enslaved and free Africans buried there. The organization hosts community events, educational programs, and advocacy initiatives centered on remembrance, resilience, and racial justice.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2023

What they reported doing

  1. #1 primary $5K
    JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION EVENT CONTAINING REENACTMENTS TO CELEBRATE AFRICAN CULTURE EVENTS AND PROGRAMS LIGHTS ON PROGRAM AT KINGSTON HIGH SCHOOL
  2. #2 $7K
    AFRICAN THEMED GALA TO PROMOTE PROGRAMS AND HISTORICAL SITE
named programs · 5 · from sources

What they call their work

Harambee Cultural Heritage Garden
Community-led stewardship project promoting cultural preservation and environmental education at the Pine Street African Burial Ground site
Juneteenth Celebration
Annual community event featuring reenactments, cultural performances, and educational programming to celebrate African American heritage and freedom, held at Kingston High School and the Pine Street African Burial Ground
National Conference on African Burial Grounds USA
Biennial conference sponsored by Harambee to raise national awareness, advocate for legal protections, build a national database, and elevate descendant voices in the preservation of African Burial Grounds across the United States
Pine Street African Burial Ground Memorial Monument
Capital campaign and construction project to install a permanent memorial monument honoring the enslaved and free Africans buried at the site, with public unveiling planned for Juneteenth 2026
Stories Are Alive in the Bones
Initiative using DNA testing and facial reconstruction to reconnect descendants with ancestors buried at the Pine Street African Burial Ground, humanize historical narratives, and support educational and reparative justice efforts
activities · 12 groups

What they do

  • Community Festival & Event Production 2 activities
    • Community events celebrating African and African American culture
      Organizes annual Juneteenth celebrations with reenactments, African Themed Galas, free community festivals, and other cultural events that uplift African American heritage and provide platforms for local vendors.
    • Development and unveiling of the Memorial Monument at the Pine Street African Burial Ground
      Plans to unveil a memorial monument at the Pine Street African Burial Ground during a public ceremony and parade on Juneteenth 2026, as part of ongoing commemoration efforts.
  • Historic Site Designation Advocacy 1 activity
    • Advocacy for National Historic Designation of the Pine Street African Burial Ground
      Secured formal recommendations from the Historic Commission and Governor Kathy Hochul in September 2025 for National Historic Designation of the Pine Street African Burial Ground, with final approval pending federal review.
  • Organizational Governance & Leadership Development 1 activity
    • Board-led organizational development
      The Board of Directors plays a key role in developing and growing the organization to achieve its mission and vision.
  • Community Capacity Building & Leadership Networks 1 activity
    • Collaboration with nonprofits for community development
      Partners with local nonprofit organizations to advance community development initiatives in Kingston.
  • Cultural Facility Development and Management 1 activity
    • Development and maintenance of the Harambee Cultural Heritage Garden
      Designs, develops, and maintains the Harambee Cultural Heritage Garden as a space for cultural expression and community engagement.
  • Fundraising for Community and Charitable Initiatives 1 activity
    • Fundraising through events and donations to support programming
      Raises funds through event vending, donations (including PayPal and mailed checks), and event participation to support free programs, youth activities, cultural events, and stewardship of the Pine Street African Burial Ground.
  • Indigenous and Diaspora Cultural Preservation 1 activity
    • Organizing national preservation efforts for African Burial Grounds
      Organizes a national conference aimed at protecting African Burial Grounds and promoting coordinated preservation strategies across communities.
  • Cemetery Records and Genealogical Research 1 activity
    • Scientific research and ancestral reclamation at the Pine Street African Burial Ground
      Conducts DNA testing and facial reconstruction on human remains from the Pine Street African Burial Ground to recover ancestral identities and tell their stories.
  • Cemetery Preservation and Maintenance Funding 1 activity
    • Stewardship and preservation of the Pine Street African Burial Ground
      Assumed ownership of and permanently protects the historic Pine Street African Burial Ground in Uptown Kingston; manages ongoing repairs, maintenance, and stewardship of the site as a sacred cultural landmark.
  • Volunteer-Supported Arts & Cultural Operations 1 activity
    • Volunteer coordination for public events and programs
      Relies on volunteer support for setup, cleanup, hospitality, artistic services, and administrative tasks during public events and community programs.
  • Website Accessibility Implementation 1 activity
    • Website accessibility improvements
      Invests in and regularly scans website accessibility using UserWay's Accessibility Scanner to identify and fix barriers for people with disabilities.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Youth development and community engagement programs at the Pine Street African Burial Ground
      Secured $20,000 through Kingston’s participatory budgeting process to fund a youth-led design initiative; facilitated a 5-month design process culminating in community presentations of proposed site improvements.
financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$237K
Contributions & grants$215K91%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$340%
Other revenue$22K
expenses
Total expenses$199K
Program expenses58%
Admin / overhead42%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$83K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$987K
Cash$212K
Investments$0
Liabilities$392K
Net assets$595K
Liquid reserves12.8 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2023 · YoY revenue -10.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023

Who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
TYRONE WILSON CEO/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 10 $43K
board members · 7
  • CARL BROWN — PRESIDENT
  • CHRISTOPHER WARREN — BOARD MEMBER
  • FRANK WATERS — VICE - PRESIDENT
  • KATHLEEN HARRISON — SECRETARY
  • RITA WORTHINGTON — BOARD MEMBER
  • SHALAWN BROWN — BOARD OF DIRECTOR
  • SHARLENE BEVIER — TREASURER
relationships · 29

Who they work with

  • Center for Creative Education Partner — Partner organization providing arts, wellness, and education programs for low-income and at-risk youth in the community.
  • FabuFit Partner — Client or partner organization that has provided a testimonial about their experience with Harambee Kingston NY.
  • Governor Kathy Hochul Government — Provided formal recommendation in support of National Historic Designation for the Pine Street African Burial Ground.
  • Growing Films Partner — Filmed the collaborative project on the Pine Street African Burial Ground youth development program
  • Historic Commission Government — Provided formal recommendation in support of National Historic Designation for the Pine Street African Burial Ground.
  • KaN Landscape Design Partner — Partnered on the Pine Street African Burial Ground youth development program for design and community engagement
  • Kingston High School Partner — Collaborated on the Juneteenth Celebration event and Lights on Program.
  • Kingston Land Trust Partner — Collaborated with Harambee to purchase and protect the Pine Street African Burial Ground and plan for its future stewardship
  • Kingston Land Trust Partner — Facilitated the transfer of ownership of the Pine Street African Burial Ground to Harambee Kingston NY, Inc.
  • Kingston Land Trust Partner — Partner organization centering people of color, particularly Black communities, in land access, ownership, and conservation efforts.
  • Kingston Midtown Rising, Inc. Partner — Neighborhood organization partnering to create inclusive spaces and advocate for housing, education, and economic opportunity in Midtown Kingston.
  • Kingston YMCA Farm Project Partner — Collaborated on the Pine Street African Burial Ground youth development program for design and community engagement
  • Library of Congress Government — Part of the federal review process for National Historic Designation of the Pine Street African Burial Ground.
  • MashIt Partner — Client or partner organization that has provided a testimonial about their experience with Harambee Kingston NY.
  • MyKingstonKids Partner — Partner organization focused on supporting children aged 0–18 through community resources and events in Kingston.
  • National Park Service Government — Part of the federal review process for National Historic Designation of the Pine Street African Burial Ground.
  • PayPal Partner — Partner for processing online donations.
  • Pine Street African Burial Ground Partner — Collaborates on stewardship and programming initiatives supported by festival funds.
  • RUPCO Partner — Supports Harambee Kingston NY as a community partner and sponsor.
  • Radio Kingston Partner — Supports Harambee Kingston NY as a community partner and sponsor.
  • SEASONED GIVES Partner — Supports Harambee Kingston NY as a community partner and sponsor.
  • Scenic Hudson Partner — Partner organization focused on land and farm preservation, park creation, and Hudson River conservation.
  • Seasoned Gives Partner — Partner organization that promotes education and entrepreneurship among low-opportunity and minority populations.
  • UserWay Partner — Partnership with UserWay for the Website Accessibility Widget and Accessibility Scanner to improve website compliance with WCAG 2.1 standards.
  • YesSuits Partner — Client or partner organization that has provided a testimonial about their experience with Harambee Kingston NY.
  • archaeologists Partner — Engages archaeologists in identifying, documenting, and preserving African Burial Grounds through collaborative efforts.
  • community leaders Partner — Collaborates with community leaders to protect African Burial Grounds and develop unified action plans.
  • historians Partner — Works with historians to document the cultural and historical significance of African Burial Grounds.
  • policymakers Partner — Collaborates with policymakers to advocate for stronger legal protections and policy changes for African Burial Grounds.
strategies · 3

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-Centered Ancestral Reconnection
    methodology: ancestral_reconnection_through_genetics
    By centering descendant communities in preservation and using scientific and artistic methods like DNA testing and facial reconstruction, the organization restores identity, belonging, and dignity to historically marginalized ancestors, because tangible personal connections deepen community healing and historical engagement.
  • Multi-Stakeholder Collaboration for Culturally Grounded Preservation
    methodology: multi-stakeholder collaboration
    By uniting community leaders, archaeologists, historians, and policymakers in collaborative preservation efforts, the organization ensures culturally respectful and sustainable stewardship of African Burial Grounds, because inclusive decision-making strengthens legitimacy, accuracy, and community ownership.
  • Truth-Telling as Communal Healing and Restitution
    methodology: truth-telling_and_memorialization
    By memorializing historically marginalized individuals through public truth-telling and permanent monuments, the organization fosters collective resilience and restorative justice, because formal recognition of erased histories produces dignity, closure, and community empowerment.