irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $1.99MPROVIDED USE OF THE BUILDINGS FOR THE STUDENTS OF NORMAN HOWARD SCHOOL, ENCOMPASS: RESOURCES FOR LEARNING, INC., AND OTHER UNRELATED ORGANIZATIONS WITH EDUCATIONAL MISSIONS.
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
EnCompass
Provides afterschool and summer learning, school-day intervention, college and career readiness, workforce development, and family navigation services to 3,000 students annually.
Future Ready College Exploration
Organizes no-cost college campus visits to local and out-of-state institutions, exposing students to higher education opportunities.
Parenting Classes and Advisory Council
Offers parent education, peer support, and leadership opportunities to strengthen family engagement and capacity.
Teen Anti-Violence Alliance (TAVA)
Collaborative initiative focused on youth violence prevention and leadership development.
The Norman Howard School
Specialized educational program offering foundational literacy and academic support, including a teaching kitchen for experiential learning.
activities · 10 groups
What they do
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Healthcare Workforce Training & Career Pathways 1 activity
- Advance healthcare career pathways for studentsRelaunched and expanded the TAVA 2.0 Healthcare Careers Pathway program in partnership with EnCompass and URMC to prepare students for careers in healthcare, providing targeted training and development opportunities.
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Teacher Professional Development 1 activity
- Conduct professional development in evidence-based literacy instructionHosts professional development events for educators, school leaders, literacy specialists, community providers, and parents focused on evolving foundational literacy skills, lifelong reading abilities, and evidence-based practices—particularly for struggling and multilingual readers.
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After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Deliver cradle-to-career academic and career support programsProvides a comprehensive support model from kindergarten through post-graduation, including afterschool and summer learning, school-day intervention, college and career development, and workforce readiness for approximately 3,000 students annually in Rochester, NY. Services are delivered across all Rochester schools, neighborhoods, and zip codes.
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Children's Book Distribution Programs 1 activity
- Distribute books to students through literacy initiativesProvided books to 500 Rochester students via the “Book Fairies” initiative, supporting early literacy and reading engagement.
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Youth and Family Cooking Education 1 activity
- Establish specialized learning environmentsEstablished a teaching kitchen at The Norman Howard School to support experiential learning, student growth, and community connection.
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College Access and Success Support 1 activity
- Facilitate college access through campus visitsOrganizes and funds no-cost college visit trips for students, including multi-campus tours across New York State and to universities in Washington, D.C. such as Georgetown, Howard, and Syracuse University, to support college readiness and enrollment.
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Parenting Education and Support Programs 1 activity
- Facilitate parent peer support and engagementBuilds caregiver capacity and community through a Parent Advisory Council and parent group communication channels that enable shared problem-solving, resource exchange, and celebration.
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Summer Academic Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Operate summer learning and enrichment programsRuns annual summer learning programs that engage students in academic development, leadership activities, family events, cooking sessions, and access to overnight camp. The 2024 program included structured academic and developmental components.
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Youth Development and Support Services 1 activity
- Provide wraparound student and family navigation servicesOffers one-on-one navigation support for youth in crisis—including court accompaniment, transportation, employment assistance, and academic guidance—and delivers tailored family support through the EnCompass program, addressing cultural and individual needs. Also includes parenting classes and job readiness programming such as resume building and interview practice.
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Community Space Provision 1 activity
- Support educational partners through facility useProvides free use of buildings to organizations with educational missions, including Norman Howard School and Encompass: Resources for Learning, Inc., enabling their programming and operations.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$11.07M
Contributions & grants$7.36M66%
Program service revenue$2.89M26%
Investment income$823K7%
Other revenue$1K
expenses
Total expenses$4.48M
Program expenses91%
Admin / overhead4%
Fundraising4%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$2.10M
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$35.22M
Cash$3.49M
Investments$18.66M
Liabilities$3.89M
Net assets$31.33M
Liquid reserves59.3 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +29.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 3
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JOSEPH MARTINO | CEO/SECRETARY | 3 | $289K |
| CHRISTOPHER ZUPCAK | CFO | 9 | $171K |
| SUSAN DIETER | COO | 12 | $123K |
board members · 8
- COURTNEY CUNNINGHAM — BOARD MEMBER
- EDWARD P HOURIHAN JR — TREASURER
- GEORGE MEDILL — BOARD MEMBER
- GINNY CLARK — BOARD MEMBER
- RICHARD E SANDS — CHAIR
- TESSA TOBIN — BOARD MEMBER
- THOMAS KANE — BOARD MEMBER
- TRUMAN TOLEFREE — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 27
Who they work with
- American University Partner — Hosted college visit as part of EnCompass Future Ready program.
- Canandaigua National Bank Funder — Sponsored the "Revisiting Reading" literacy event featuring Dr. Maryanne Wolf.
- Canisius Partner — Hosted college visit as part of EnCompass Future Ready program.
- Daemen Partner — Hosted college visit as part of EnCompass Future Ready program.
- EDUCATION SUCCESS NETWORK, INC. Network — Affiliated network organization supported by the foundation
- ENCOMPASS: RESOURCES FOR LEARNING, INC. Partner — Receives building use for educational services
- EnCompass Partner — Co-leads the TAVA 2.0 Healthcare Careers Pathway program with URMC and Education Success Foundation.
- EnCompass Partner — Collaborates with EnCompass to provide Rochester parents with unique learning opportunities.
- EnCompass Partner — Partner organization delivering afterschool and summer learning, school day intervention, navigation, college and career development, and family capacity building services.
- EnCompass Partner — Partner organization providing academic programming.
- George Mason University Partner — Hosted college visit as part of EnCompass Future Ready program.
- Georgetown University Partner — Hosted college visit as part of EnCompass Future Ready program.
- Howard University Partner — Hosted college visit as part of EnCompass Future Ready program.
- JPMorganChase Partner — Partner in the 2025 J.P. Morgan Corporate Challenge, donating for each participant and supporting Education Success Foundation as the event beneficiary.
- NORMAN HOWARD SCHOOL Partner — Receives building use for educational services
- Nazareth University Partner — Hosted college visit as part of EnCompass Future Ready program.
- RBT Funder — Receives support from RBT to serve Rochester students.
- RG&E Partner — Collaborates with RG&E to connect families with utility assistance and other resources.
- Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) Partner — Hosted college visit as part of EnCompass Future Ready program.
- SUNY Brockport Partner — Hosted college visit as part of EnCompass Future Ready program.
- SUNY Geneseo Partner — Hosted college visit as part of EnCompass Future Ready program.
- Sands Family Foundation Partner — Matches donations to Education Success Foundation at 150% as part of the Generation A+ Campaign.
- Syracuse University Partner — Hosted college visit as part of EnCompass Future Ready program.
- The Norman Howard School Partner — Partner organization providing academic programming.
- Trinity Washington University Partner — Hosted college visit as part of EnCompass Future Ready program.
- University at Buffalo Partner — Hosted college visit as part of EnCompass Future Ready program.
- University of Rochester Medical Center Partner — Collaborates on the TAVA 2.0 Healthcare Careers Pathway program to prepare students for healthcare careers.
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.
- Cradle-to-Career Whole-Family Supportmethodology: cradle_to_careerBy providing continuous academic, social, and career support from Pre-K through post-graduation and extending services to the entire family, we produce long-term student success and economic mobility because stable, engaged families enable sustained educational achievement.
- Experiential Learning for Engagement and Aspirationmethodology: experiential_learningBy using immersive, hands-on environments—such as teaching kitchens and college campus visits—we make abstract goals like health, education, and careers tangible and attainable because experiential exposure drives motivation, self-efficacy, and sustained engagement.
- Science-of-Reading Literacy Instructionmethodology: science_of_reading_brainBy grounding reading instruction in cognitive neuroscience and integrating foundational skills with deep, reflective reading, we produce stronger literacy outcomes and civic engagement because this unified approach bridges pedagogical divides and supports lifelong intellectual and emotional development.
- Youth-Engaged Entry Points to Holistic Servicesmethodology: youth_engagement_modelBy meeting youth through culturally relevant, engaging activities like video game nights, we build trust and open pathways to deeper academic and family support because relational connection lowers barriers to service utilization among underserved populations.