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The Knowledge Project Childrens Creative Writing Campaign
New York, NY · EIN 133839510 · Form 990EZ · FY2020 · Micro (<$100K) · theknowledgeproject.org
revenue
$9K
expenses
$55K
net assets
$-400K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

TO CULTIVATE GOOD CITZENSHIP AND SELF-RELIANCE AND EMPOWER STUDENTS WITH KNOWLEDGE AND THE SKILLS TO BE LITERATE THINKERS AND EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATORS

profile · synthesized from sources

The Knowledge Project Childrens Creative Writing Campaign empowers K–12 students to become literate thinkers and effective communicators through creative writing and arts-based programs. Based in New York, it pairs students with professional mentors in writing, media, and the arts to develop storytelling skills and self-reliance. The organization supports both in-person and virtual learning initiatives, emphasizing structured goal-setting and resilience.

named programs · 2 · from sources

What they call their work

I Write & GO
Matches young writers (K–5th grade) and teens with authors and writing experts for real-time storytelling and writing experiences
The Children’s Creative Writing Campaign (CCWC)
Nationwide annual campaign encouraging creative writing submissions from pre-K to 8th grade students, with every participant acknowledged by a volunteer review committee
activities · 8 groups

What they do

  • Arts Education Access Programs 2 activities
    • Academic enrichment through creative writing in New York schools
      Develops and delivers programs that enrich K–12 academics in New York schools through creative writing, communication, and the arts, including oral histories, memoirs, journalism, and interdisciplinary projects integrating social studies and literacy.
    • Mentorship pairing students with writing and arts professionals
      Pairs K–12 students with professionals from writing, publishing, and performing arts fields to complete collaborative projects resulting in publications, animated films, live or digital performances, and dramatic readings led by professional directors and playwrights.
  • Literary Events & Workshops 2 activities
    • Collaborative writing programs with professional authors
      Organizes writing programs where professional authors and young writers collaborate on storytelling and writing skills, including specialized instruction in television comedy, character development, and joke writing.
    • Real-time creative writing experiences for youth
      Provides real-time writing experiences for children, teens, and authors through the I Write & GO program and free 90-minute creative writing sessions led by authors during summer months.
  • Youth Writing Contests & Recognition Programs 2 activities
    • Nationwide creative writing campaign for K–8 students
      Operates an annual nationwide creative writing campaign for pre-K to 8th grade students, providing external recognition for every submission through a volunteer review committee and publishing selected works.
    • Writing awards and school library donations
      Awards $100 to young authors selected for Writing of Special Merit and donates to their school libraries in the student's name as part of its recognition program.
  • Youth & Emerging Filmmaker Training 2 activities
    • Online creative writing and media production courses
      Offers online instruction including the course 'Make A Movie in 24 Hours' and guided workshops in media production, entrepreneurship, and product design for teens and adults.
    • Student-led media and public service production
      Guides students to research community issues, write scripts, and produce animated public service announcements, podcasts, and radio or television shows, with mentor support in media analysis and marketing.
  • Culinary Workforce Training Programs 1 activity
    • Culinary arts training and entrepreneurship support
      Provides hands-on culinary training in cooking techniques, kitchen safety, and food service, and supports student entrepreneurs in launching bakeries, catering companies, and farmers markets.
  • Onsite & Outreach Environmental Education Programs 1 activity
    • Environmental education and stewardship program
      Runs an environmental education program focused on local ecosystems, engaging students in data collection, green space maintenance, newsletters, public service announcements, internships, and peer mentoring.
  • Youth-Led Student Publications 1 activity
    • Publication of student creative writing and art
      Maintains a Story Archive with over 360,000 student works and produces publications such as Teens Mind Zine and neighborhood guides, featuring original poetry, stories, visual art, and community documentation by students.
  • Uncategorized 3 activities
    • Interdisciplinary creative expression programs
      Hosts interdisciplinary masterclasses and programs exploring connections between language, music, theater, and science, including Shakespeare studies, historical fiction, podcast development, and animated science videos.
    • One-on-one and group creative writing instruction
      Offers ongoing one-on-one tutoring and custom group classes in creative writing and essay writing for students, including masterclasses in genre-specific storytelling, self-expression, and revision coaching led by experienced writing coaches.
    • Youth storytelling and artwork mentorship by student writers
      Provides guidance in storytelling, artwork, and writing for novice young writers through mentorship by published high school and college students, who also serve as associate writers and editors.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2020
revenue
Total revenue$9K
Contributions & grants$9K96%
Program service revenue$3444%
Investment income$100%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$55K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$16K
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$239
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$-400K
2 years on record · 2019–2020 · YoY revenue -23.0%
relationships · 39

Who they work with

  • Adriana Davis Partner — Voice-over producer and coach who leads a masterclass on the voice-over business.
  • Baghir Partner — World musician and teacher who leads a masterclass on the parallels between language and music.
  • Baldor Food Purveyors Partner — Partner in the Culinary Arts program
  • BronxNet Partner — Partner in the Culinary Arts program
  • Brooklyn Public Library Partner — Collaborates with Brooklyn Public Library's Teen Writing Contest, as evidenced by Iago Macknik-Conde's award recognition.
  • Carlos Garcia Partner — Writer, performer, and stand-up comic who leads workshops on joke writing and character work.
  • Children's Creative Writing Campaign, Inc. Network — Operating name used for submissions and official correspondence.
  • Columbia School of Journalism Partner — Partner in the Broadcast News/Journalism 101 program
  • Community Boards 2, 9 and 11 Partner — Partner in the Broadcast News/Journalism 101 program
  • Crystal Skillman Partner — Playwright and collaborator who supports TKP's mission and programs.
  • Culinary Institute of America Partner — Partner in the Culinary Arts program
  • David Tabatsky Partner — Creative Writing coach and former writing instructor providing one-on-one tutoring in essay writing.
  • David Tabatsky Partner — Writing coach who leads masterclasses in self-expression and essay writing.
  • El Diario Partner — Partner in the Broadcast News/Journalism 101 program
  • Fordham University Partner — Partner in the Looking for Shakespeare program
  • Jose Esquea Partner — New York film and theatre director who leads a masterclass on pre-production.
  • Lisa Chambers Partner — Writer, editor, and coach who leads a masterclass in short story writing.
  • Mark Schulte Partner — Writer, actor, and educator who leads a masterclass on public speaking for students.
  • Miriam Grill Partner — Collaborated with director Miriam Grill for a staged reading of student-written scenes.
  • Miriam Grill Partner — Director who leads a dramatic showcase featuring a Zoom reading of a play.
  • Monroe College Partner — Partner in the Culinary Arts program through its Culinary School
  • NYC Department of Parks and Recreation Partner — Partner in the Broadcast News/Journalism 101 program
  • NYU’s Steinhardt School of Theatre Education Partner — Collaborates on the Looking for Shakespeare program
  • Professional Performing Arts Partner — Collaborates with The Knowledge Project on Teens Mind zine, a publication created by students from this school.
  • Published College Students Partner — College students who have been published serve as Associate Writers to support children in storytelling, artwork, and writing.
  • Published High School Students Partner — High school students who have been published serve as Associate Writers to guide younger participants in creative writing and storytelling.
  • Rachel Burkhardt Partner — Actress and social media consultant who leads a masterclass on confidence and self-presentation.
  • Richard Sterling Partner — Mentor and advisor from The Writing Project who helped shape TKP's early development.
  • Sarah Congress Partner — TV writer and playwright who leads masterclasses in comedy writing, horror scenes, and teen TV comedy.
  • Shakespeare & Co. Partner — Partner in the Looking for Shakespeare program
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strategies · 5

How they approach the work

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  • Mentorship Through Author Engagement
    methodology: mentorship-through-practicing-authors
    By connecting young writers with practicing and expert authors through storytelling, literary exposure, and interactive challenges, we produce inspiration and skill growth because real-world role models make creative achievement tangible and aspirational.
  • Project-Based Learning for Creative and Civic Engagement
    methodology: project-based_learning
    By engaging students in interdisciplinary, media-based projects such as creating television pilots or community-focused content, we produce deeper learning and social-emotional growth because hands-on, purposeful creation connects skill development to real-world impact.
  • Structured Goal-Setting for Self-Reliance
    methodology: goal-setting_and_coaching
    By integrating S.M.A.R.T. goals with coaching and structured support, we produce sustained writing development because clear, student-owned objectives build habits of self-reliance and measurable progress.
  • Student-Centered Creative Development
    methodology: student-centered_instruction
    By centering each student's personal voice and lived experiences in creative writing instruction, we produce stronger engagement and skill development because authentic self-expression fosters ownership and motivation in learning.
  • Youth-Led Publishing as a Platform for Expression
    methodology: youth-led creative publishing
    By providing platforms such as student-created zines for publication of original writing and art, we produce increased motivation and creative development because public sharing reinforces voice, identity, and agency.