irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2023
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $1.26MTHE PAIDEIA INSTITUTE RUNS VARIOUS "LIVING IN" PROGRAMS. THIS INCLUDES LIVING GREEK IN GREECE, LIVING LATIN IN PARIS, LIVING LATIN IN ROME AND LIVING LATIN IN ROME FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS.THESE PROGRAMS OFFER THE UNUSUAL PEDAGOGICAL APPROACH OF TREATING LATIN AS A SPOKEN LANGUAGE, COMBINED WITH EXTENSIVE VISITS TO ANCIENT ROMAN SITES. EACH COURSE LASTED TWO WEEKS AND INVOLVED TWO HOURS OF CLASSROOM TIME PER DAY, PLUS TWO OR THREE HOUR SITE VISITS THREE DAYS A WEEK AND ONE AND A HALF HOUR PRACTICE SESSIONS TWICE A WEEK, FOR A TOTAL OF 21 HOURS OF FORMAL TEACHING PER WEEK.
- #2 $205KTHE PAIDEIA INSTITUTE IS COMMITTED TO EXPANDING ACCESS TO THE CLASSICAL HUMANITIES AND TO BUILDING AND SUPPORTING A NETWORK OF INDIVIDUALS WHO CARE DEEPLY ABOUT ANCIENT LANGUAGES, LITERATURE, HISTORY, AND ART. PAIDEIA'S OUTREACH INITIATIVES FALL INTO THREE MAIN CATEGORIES:TEACHING LITERACY WITH LATIN, CAREERS FOR CLASSICISTS, AND PUBLICATIONS. IN 2023, 600 STUDENTS ENROLLED IN THE INSTITUTE'S STUDY ABROAD PROGRAMS, AND THE INSTITUTE OFFERED TEN FULL SCHOLARSHIPS FOR A TOTAL OF $37,000.
named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
Classical Tours
Logistical planning and support for high school and university study abroad trips focused on classical education.
Events
Local and online events that promote Latin and Greek as living languages and foster personal connections to the ancient world.
Latin and Greek Curricula
Development and distribution of textbooks, teacher resources, and digital courses, including a new AP® Latin curriculum centered on Vergil and Pliny.
Nexus Classics Community
A community network for classicists to continue their education and connect with peers beyond formal schooling.
Outreach
Programs designed to introduce students to ancient languages and cultures in accessible and engaging ways.
Telepaideia Online Courses
Synchronous online courses in Latin, Ancient Greek, and Classical studies for learners of all ages.
Travel Programs
Immersive study programs where participants read classical texts on-site in historically significant locations across Europe.
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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High School Exchange Programs 1 activity
- Academic support for classical study abroadProvides logistical planning and program support for classical language study abroad trips organized by high schools and universities.
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Study Abroad and Global Immersion Programs 1 activity
- Classical travel and immersive study programsOperates domestic and international travel programs where participants study Latin and Ancient Greek texts in historically relevant locations, including opportunities to read original texts on-site and practice speaking the languages conversationally.
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Storytelling and Literacy Resource Development 1 activity
- Curriculum and educational resource developmentDevelops and distributes Latin and Greek textbooks, teacher resources, digital courses, and classroom curricula used by high schools, universities, and independent learners worldwide.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Online language and classical studies instructionOffers synchronous and self-paced online courses in Latin and Ancient Greek, including a full introductory course in Latin and preparation for the AP® Latin exam.
- Public events in classical humanitiesHosts local and online events designed to help participants engage with Latin and Greek as living languages and experience the ancient world through active reading and discussion.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$4.18M
Contributions & grants$1.28M30%
Program service revenue$2.92M70%
Investment income$1K0%
Other revenue$-12K
expenses
Total expenses$4.66M
Program expenses78%
Admin / overhead17%
Fundraising5%
Salaries & benefits$1.48M
Grants paid out$764
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$894K
Cash$542K
Investments$29K
Liabilities$2.46M
Net assets$-1.57M
Liquid reserves1.5 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue +13.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
paid leadership · 3
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JASON PEDICONE | PRESIDENT | 40 | $202K |
| MARCO ROMANI MISTRETTA | TREASURER | 40 | $123K |
| GABRIELA D'ADDARIO | SECRETARY | 40 | $103K |
board members · 15
- ANNIE NUGENT — BOARD MEMBER
- BEN MARROW — BOARD MEMBER
- BEVERLY MCCASKILL — BOARD MEMBER
- DANIEL G COHEN — BOARD MEMBER
- JAMES ALBRECHT — BOARD MEMBER
- JAMES HANKIN — BOARD MEMBER
- JONATHAN SABO — BOARD MEMBER
- JOSHUA DAVIS — BOARD MEMBER
- KATHLEEN DE RIESTHAL — BOARD MEMBER
- PARISA JAFFER — BOARD MEMBER
- PAUL MUMMA — BOARD MEMBER
- S GEORGIA NUGENT — BOARD MEMBER
- SCOTT CLEMONS — BOARD MEMBER
- SUSAN BAUMANN — BOARD MEMBER
- TINA COURPAS — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 1
Who they work with
- AP® Latin Government — Aligns curriculum with the AP® Latin exam and prepares students for it.
strategies · 1
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.
- Living Languages Immersionmethodology: living_languages_immersionBy teaching ancient languages through immersive experiences—including textual study, site-based learning, and conversational practice—we produce deeper linguistic and cultural understanding because treating Latin and Greek as living languages enhances engagement and retention.