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MILLBROOK EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CENTER
MILLBROOK, NY · EIN 383770734 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE P33 · Human Services · Small ($100K-$1M) · mecec.org
revenue
$335K
expenses
$409K
net assets
$207K
employees
15
volunteers
35
program ratio
97%
mission · from form 990

THE MILLBROOK EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CENTER ("MECEC") WANTS CHILDREN TO FALL IN LOVE WITH LEARNING. AT MECEC CHILDREN BECOME ACTIVE, ENGAGED LEARNERS WHO TAKE JOY AND SATISFACTION IN "LEARNING FOR LEARNING'S SAKE". WE PROMOTE: A SAFE ENVIRONMENT THAT NOURISHES AND ATTENDS TO THE NEEDS OF THE WHOLE CHILD. STRONG AND AFFIRMING FRIENDSHIPS TO INCLUDE VALUES OF EMPATHY, COLLABORATION, COMMUNITY AND APPRECIATION FOR DIFFERENCES. RESPECT FOR THE NECESSARY BALANCE OF PLAY AND WORK IN A CHILD'S SCHOOL EXPERIENCE. STRONG WORKING RELATIONSHIPS BETWEEN THE HOME AND SCHOOL. MECEC WELCOMES CHILDREN FROM MANY DIFFERENT BACKGROUNDS IRRESPECTIVE OF NATIONALITY, RACE, RELIGION OR INCOME. THIS ENABLES PARENTS AND CHILDREN ALIKE TO BENEFIT FROM THE RICH DIVERSITY OF THE SCHOOL.

profile · synthesized from sources

Millbrook Early Childhood Education Center (MECEC) is a private nonprofit preschool serving children ages 2.9 to 5 in Millbrook, NY. Founded in 2007, it offers half-day and full-day programs grounded in play-based learning to foster cognitive, social, and emotional development. The center emphasizes inclusivity, financial accessibility, and strong home-school partnerships.

named programs · 4 · from sources

What they call their work

Enrichment Program
Specialist-led classes in music, drama, art, yoga, and dance designed to enhance learning, self-expression, and developmental skills.
Half-Day and Full-Day Preschool
Play-based early learning program for children ages 2.9–5, offered 3 or 5 days per week, focusing on cognitive, physical, and social-emotional development.
Summer Camp Program
Weekly theme-based learning adventure for children ages 2.9–5, running six weeks each summer with activities integrating music, art, drama, and movement.
Tuition Assistance Program
Financial aid initiative to ensure access to high-quality early education regardless of family income; supported by foundation grants and requires annual application.
activities · 4 groups

What they do

  • Play-Based Early Childhood Education 2 activities
    • Deliver enrichment programs in arts and wellness for young children
      Provides enrichment activities in music, drama, art, yoga, and dance to support holistic child development alongside core preschool programming.
    • Operate licensed preschool programs for children ages 2.9 to 5 years
      Provides half-day and full-day licensed preschool classes for children ages 2.9 to 5, with 3- or 5-day weekly attendance options, designed to foster cognitive, emotional, and social development in a nurturing environment.
  • Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
    • Operate summer camp program for young children
      Runs a six-week annual summer camp program for children ages 2.9 to 5, structured around weekly themes to support continued learning and development during summer months.
  • Before and After School Childcare 1 activity
    • Provide extended day care options for preschool families
      Offers extended day care services with pickup times at 3:00 PM or 4:30 PM for children enrolled in the morning preschool program, supporting working families.
  • Early Childhood Education Financial Assistance 1 activity
    • Provide financial aid to qualifying families for early childhood programs
      Offers financial aid to families based on income eligibility and submission of required documentation to increase access to preschool and related programs.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$335K
Contributions & grants$73K22%
Program service revenue$261K78%
Investment income$3780%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$409K
Program expenses97%
Admin / overhead3%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$304K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$207K
Cash$207K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$207K
Liquid reserves6.1 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -13.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 3
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
ANNE GARCIA EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 40 $76K
KRISTEN GARERI CO-DIRECTOR 40 $1K
LOREDANA INGENITO CO-DIRECTOR 40 $1K
board members · 4
  • CHRIS JOHNSON — TRUSTEE
  • CLAUDIA KUNKLE — TRUSTEE
  • EMILY ABRAHAMS — TRUSTEE
  • HEATHER LAVARNWAY — TRUSTEE
relationships · 7

Who they work with

  • Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation Funder — Provides grant funding to support MECEC's financial aid program through the Northeast Dutchess Fund.
  • MISS EMI Partner — Instructor for music enrichment program at MECEC
  • MISS LINDSEY Partner — Instructor for dance enrichment program at MECEC
  • MISS MARIA Partner — Instructor for drama enrichment program at MECEC
  • MISS NICOLE Partner — Instructor for yoga enrichment program at MECEC
  • MR. ANTONIO Partner — Instructor for art enrichment program at MECEC
  • NY State Office of Children and Family Services Government — Licensing agency for the preschool program
strategies · 3

How they approach the work

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