named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
After-School Programs & Enrichment
Extracurricular offerings in arts, athletics, and STEM to support student exploration and skill development.
Civics for All and Seal of Civic Readiness
Partnership program enabling students to earn the NYS Seal of Civic Readiness through civic engagement and participatory budgeting.
CollegeNow
Opportunity for students to take college-level courses for credit through partnerships with local higher education institutions.
Game-Like Learning
Instructional approach using game design elements to promote engagement, problem-solving, and academic rigor across subjects.
Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)
Program integrating emotional intelligence, community building, and personal development into daily school life.
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Family-School Engagement Programs 1 activity
- Builds parent and community capacity through school engagementFacilitates parent engagement by encouraging volunteering and involvement in school initiatives to strengthen school-community partnerships.
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College Preparatory Secondary Education 1 activity
- Delivers comprehensive academic curriculum across core and elective subjectsOffers a broad curriculum including STEM courses such as coding and robotics; humanities courses in literature and culture; elective courses in arts, drama, and digital design; and Advanced Placement courses in subjects like English and Calculus, with opportunities for students to earn college credit.
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Project-Based Learning Programs 1 activity
- Enhances student educational experience through innovative curriculum and real-world learningFacilitates and enhances the educational experience of students at Quest 2 Learn Middle School by implementing a curriculum based on game-like learning and problem-based learning through hands-on challenges that connect academic content to real-world scenarios. The program emphasizes innovation, engagement, and rigor to prepare students for current and future challenges.
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Student-Led Community Service Programs 1 activity
- Implements student-led civic engagement and budgeting initiativesImplements Participatory Budgeting in Schools, enabling students to research community needs, propose projects, and vote on budget allocations, contributing to civic readiness; the first cohort earned the New York State Seal of Civic Readiness in 2025.
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After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Offers after-school programs and academic support servicesProvides after-school programs designed to support student growth, creativity, and connection, along with academic support through tutoring and study resources.
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Youth Workforce Readiness Programs 1 activity
- Provides real-world learning and college readiness opportunitiesOffers paid in-school internships, college-level courses, career exploration, and scholarship assistance to help students kickstart their college experience and prepare for post-secondary success.
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Student Support and Academic Services 1 activity
- Supports student well-being and administrative needsProvides counseling services to support student mental health, issues MetroCards for transportation, processes student ID replacements and requests for advanced coursework, and assists students under 18 in obtaining working papers.
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financials · form 990 · fy2020
revenue
Total revenue$8K
Contributions & grants$7K94%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$435
expenses
Total expenses$9K
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$22K
Cash$22K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$22K
Liquid reserves28.2 mo
1 years on record · 2020–2020
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2020
Who runs it
board members · 5
- ANDREW ALLWOOD — TREASURER
- CELIA O'DONNELL — RECORDING SECRETARY
- JOHN HUMPHREYS — CORRESPONDING SECRETARY
- QUYNH MAI — VICE PRESIDENT
- TIIFANY VANDERPOOL — PRESIDENT
relationships · 7
Who they work with
- Civics for All Partner — Partner organization collaborating on civic education initiatives including the Seal of Civic Readiness and Participatory Budgeting in Schools.
- Hebrew Free Loan Society Partner — Collaborates to offer interest-free loans to low- and moderate-income federal employees affected by government shutdowns.
- Hudson River Community Sailing Partner — Partners with Hudson River Community Sailing to offer experiential learning and outdoor education opportunities.
- Inspiring Minds Partnership Partner — Collaborates with Inspiring Minds Partnership to support student programs and opportunities.
- Manhattan Youth Partnership Partner — Partners with Manhattan Youth Partnership to provide student enrichment and after-school programming.
- New York State Education Department Government — Collaborates with Quest to Learn to offer the New York State Seal of Civic Readiness to students.
- The High Line Partner — Collaborates with The High Line on educational and community engagement initiatives.
strategies · 5
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.
- Civic Engagement Through Participatory Democracymethodology: civic-engagement-through-participatory-budgetingBy involving students in democratic decision-making through participatory budgeting, the organization builds civic responsibility and active citizenship because students experience real-world governance and collective decision-making.
- Future Pathway Planning for Student Empowermentmethodology: student-pathway-planningBy providing tools and support for educational and career pathway planning, the organization helps students navigate their futures because structured guidance increases agency and long-term goal alignment.
- Game-Based Learning for Engagement and Academic Developmentmethodology: game_based_learningBy applying game-like and performance-based learning approaches, the organization increases student engagement and makes learning interactive and enjoyable, which in turn supports academic development because students are more motivated and actively involved in the learning process.
- Multi-Tiered System of Supports for Inclusive Learningmethodology: multi-tiered_system_of_supportsBy implementing a multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS), the organization ensures inclusive core instruction, targeted interventions, and individualized support, which improves learning outcomes because students receive differentiated instruction matched to their needs.
- Student-Centered, Holistic Education Modelmethodology: whole_child_educationBy employing a student-centered curriculum and supporting the whole child through academic, social, and personal development, the organization fosters critical thinking, complex problem-solving, and long-term success because learning is tailored to student needs and integrated across life domains.