irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $1.56MPROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES FOR OLDER ADULTS:THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES SERVICES BY IDENTIFYING THE NEEDS OF ELDERLY RESIDENTS OF THE BRONX. SUCH SERVICES INCLUDE PROVIDING THE ELDERLY WITH MEALS, CASE ASSISTANCE, HEALTH MANAGEMENT, ART, PHYSICAL HEALTH & EXERCISE, NUTRITION, AND TECHNOLOGY CLASSES.
- #2 $112KHEALTHY COMMUNITIESTO PROVIDE COORDINATION OF RESOURCES PROVIDED THROUGH BON SECOURSHEALTH SYSTEM MISSION FUND GRANTS TO IMPROVE HEALTH, SOCIALDETERMINANTS, AND OVERALL CONDITIONS FOR VULNERABLE COMMUNITIES
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Horticultural Therapy Program
Therapeutic gardening and composting activities led by a certified horticultural therapist
RSS Drama Club
Weekly theater group for members to read plays, sing, and socialize
RSS/Reverend Tieck Adult Day Program
Day program for older adults with early memory loss, providing cognitive and social support
Savvy Solos Club
Support group for seniors living alone, offering emergency preparedness education and social connection
Tri-Center Transportation Program
Provides wheelchair-accessible transportation five days a week for seniors to attend meals and activities; includes medical rides
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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Plant-Based Nutrition Education & Support Programs 2 activities
- Offering nutrition education and cooking programsHosts the RSS Cooking Club, which offers live and online cooking demonstrations, hands-on classes, and nutrition education for all skill levels. Programs include healthy recipe sharing, food sampling, and specialized initiatives like the Plant-Based Kickstart Program, with educational materials distributed online and in print.
- Producing community engagement publications and mediaCreates and distributes a community cookbook featuring member-submitted stories, recipes, art, and photography, along with a monthly newsletter (RSS Wellness Corner) that includes health tips and recipes. Also produces educational videos on cooking, stress management, and wellness for online access.
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Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
- Facilitating volunteerism and member-led programmingEngages members as volunteers and peer facilitators in center operations and programming, including meal service cleanup, committee participation (Menu, Trip, Social Action, Senior Advisory), and leading activities such as knitting, poetry, and writing classes, fostering mutual support and community leadership.
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Senior Social & Enrichment Programming 1 activity
- Operating a senior day center with meals, social, and educational programsProvides daily lunches and a comprehensive range of on-site programs for seniors aged 60 and older, including exercise classes, art, education, cultural activities, and social engagement opportunities. The center serves approximately 300 older adults daily and hosts weekly recreational and cultural trips throughout New York City.
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Adult Day Health Care Programs 1 activity
- Operating an adult day program for seniors with memory loss or physical frailtiesRuns a social-model day program designed for older adults experiencing memory loss or physical frailty, promoting independence and reducing social isolation through structured daily activities and peer support.
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Non-Emergency Medical & Essential Transportation 1 activity
- Operating specialized transportation services for seniorsRuns the Tri-Center Transportation Program and operates handicapped-accessible buses to provide daily transportation to and from the center five days a week, as well as chartered rides for medical appointments and local trips, primarily serving frail and wheelchair-dependent older adults.
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Public Benefits Navigation and Enrollment 1 activity
- Providing benefits counseling and community referralsOffers one-on-one assistance with applications for public benefits such as SCRIE, SNAP, EPIC, HEAP, Access-A-Ride, and HIICAP, along with Medicare consultations. Also provides information and referrals to external services including Meals-on-Wheels, homecare, and support groups.
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Comprehensive Care Management Services 1 activity
- Providing health management and chronic disease prevention servicesDelivers a range of health services including one-on-one meetings with registered nurses, blood pressure monitoring, medication management, health counseling, care coordination with physicians, health education seminars, and nutrition workshops to support chronic disease prevention and management among older adults.
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Creative Arts Therapy Programs 1 activity
- Providing horticultural and creative therapy programsOffers horticultural therapy using plant-based activities to support emotional and physical well-being, along with creative programs such as knitting, poetry, and creative writing classes that provide intellectual stimulation and social interaction for older adults.
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Direct Mental Health Counseling and Support Services 1 activity
- Providing licensed social work and mental health servicesOffers on-site mental health support through licensed clinical social workers, including individual counseling, home or phone visits for homebound seniors, and weekly support groups for women, caregivers, solo agers, and bereaved individuals. A daytime Bereavement Support Group specifically addresses unmet needs in the Bronx for newly widowed seniors.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$2.27M
Contributions & grants$2.13M94%
Program service revenue$44K2%
Investment income$83K4%
Other revenue$11K
expenses
Total expenses$2.54M
Program expenses74%
Admin / overhead17%
Fundraising9%
Salaries & benefits$1.41M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$2.85M
Cash$132K
Investments$350K
Liabilities$1.97M
Net assets$882K
Liquid reserves2.3 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +9.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 19
- ALEC DIACOU — DIRECTOR
- ANDY COHEN — DIRECTOR
- ANTHONY MAHLER — TREASURER
- FRANCES FREEDMAN — DIRECTOR
- GAIL EDWARDS — VICE PRESIDENT
- HELEN MORIK — PRESIDENT
- IRENE SMOOKLER — DIRECTOR
- JOAN HAAHR — RECORDING SECRETARY
- JOHANNA ODRICH — DIRECTOR
- JUDITH KRAMER — CORRESPONDING SECRETARY
- KERI CRAYNE — DIRECTOR
- LISA MOREIRA — DIRECTOR
- PAUL DUNPHEY — DIRECTOR
- RHEA DORNBUSH — DIRECTOR
- ROBERT RUBINSTEIN — DIRECTOR
- RUTH FRIENDLY — DIRECTOR
- STEPHANIE MERMIN TERM FY25 — DIRECTOR
- THOMAS MORE KELLY — DIRECTOR
- TOBY J PILSNER — DIRECTOR
relationships · 20
Who they work with
- Alzheimer's Association Partner — Provides referral and support resources for individuals affected by Alzheimer's or dementia.
- Andria Partner — Staff member at RSS recognized for her positive impact on members.
- Barbara Denson Partner — Coordinator for the RSS Cooking Club and point of contact for recipe and story submissions.
- Bloomerang Partner — Provides donor management and CRM services for Riverdale Senior Services
- Bon Secours Health System Partner — Collaborates through grant-funded programs to improve health and social determinants for vulnerable communities.
- Center for Hearing and Communication Partner — Runs a virtual support group for people with hearing loss, promoted in collaboration with RSS.
- DOHMH Government — Provides funding and program support through the Geriatric Mental Health Initiative (GMHI).
- Horace Mann School Partner — Collaborates with RSS on intergenerational activities including gardening and art projects.
- JASA Van Cortlandt Village Senior Center Partner — Shares transportation services for elderly clients through the Tri-Center Transportation Program.
- Julia Blumenthal Partner — Founder of Riverdale Senior Services and key figure in establishing the Riverdale Senior Center in 1974.
- Lisa S. Partner — Nurse at RSS whom volunteers assist, indicating a care and health support role.
- Maritza Partner — Staff member at RSS acknowledged for her support and contribution to the center.
- Meals-On-Wheels Partner — Refers seniors to Meals-On-Wheels for home-delivered meal services.
- Medicare Government — Provides Medicare-related information and supports enrollment through official Medicare guidelines and programs.
- Payment Spring Partner — Processes online donations for Riverdale Senior Services using SSL technology to secure sensitive data
- Peggy Partner — Instructor at RSS whose class is appreciated by members.
- Rebecca Partner — Chef at RSS who prepares meals and is recognized by members for her cooking and care.
- YouTube Partner — Hosts Cooking Club instructional videos on YouTube for public access.
- Yvonne Partner — Staff member at RSS acknowledged for her support and contribution to the center.
- donors Partner — Individuals and entities providing financial support for service delivery
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.
- Client-Centered Health Navigationmethodology: health_insurance_counselingBy providing individualized counseling and on-site support for health insurance and behavioral health needs, the organization increases access to critical services, because personalized, low-barrier navigation reduces confusion and stigma while improving benefit utilization and mental health outcomes.
- Creative and Intergenerational Engagement for Wellnessmethodology: creative-agingBy using creative expression, storytelling, food memories, and intergenerational collaboration in programming, the organization fosters emotional and social wellness, because meaningful, identity-affirming activities increase engagement and cognitive resilience in older adults.
- Holistic Wellness Modelmethodology: holistic_wellnessBy integrating physical, emotional, social, and cultural dimensions of care within a single center, the organization promotes sustained well-being and independence in older adults, because addressing multiple domains of health concurrently prevents isolation and supports chronic disease management.
- Social-Model Adult Day Program for Memory and Frailty Supportmethodology: social-model day programBy using a community-based, socially engaging day program model for older adults with memory loss or physical frailties, the organization supports psychosocial well-being and maintains independence, because structured social interaction reduces decline and enhances quality of life more effectively than clinical-only interventions.