named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Academic Plus After-School Program
Core program offering enrichment activities including LEGO building, art projects, and physical activity for K–5 students
Cooking Club
Weekly cooking activities for older and younger students in partnership with Cornell Cooperative Extension and local educators
Science Club
STEM enrichment program run in collaboration with Cornell University's EYES (Encouraging Young Engineers and Scientists) program
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- After-school educational enrichment programProvides after-school programming for 70 elementary school students from diverse families, offering regular activities such as art projects, building with LEGOs and recycled materials, physical activity in the gym and playground, and project-based learning aligned with the Ithaca City School District academic calendar.
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Youth and Family Cooking Education 1 activity
- Cooking club for elementary studentsOperates a cooking club as part of the after-school program, with sessions for older students on Mondays in partnership with Cornell Cooperative Extension and for younger students on Tuesdays led by Haley Dossinger.
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Hands-On STEM Education Programs 1 activity
- Science club in partnership with CornellRuns a science club for elementary students in collaboration with the EYES program and Cornell University students.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$244K
Contributions & grants$91K37%
Program service revenue$154K63%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$232K
Program expenses90%
Admin / overhead10%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$196K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$38K
Cash$33K
Investments$0
Liabilities$9K
Net assets$29K
Liquid reserves1.7 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue +40.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| STACY NEMBHARD | PROGRAM DIRECTOR | 30 | $46K |
board members · 6
- CHRISTINE CHURNICUFF — BOARD MEMBER
- CHRISTINE THOMAS — BOARD MEMBER
- MARNE HONIGBAUM — BOARD MEMBER
- RICHY PATRINA — BOARD MEMBER
- ROSALYN STONE — BOARD MEMBER
- ROSEANNA GECAN — PRESIDENT/TREASURER
relationships · 6
Who they work with
- Beverly J. Martin Elementary Partner — Hosts the after-school enrichment program for students.
- Cornell Cooperative Extension Partner — Collaborates on running a cooking club for older students at the after-school program.
- Cornell University Partner — Engages Cornell students in delivering the Science club through the EYES program.
- EYES program (Encouraging Young Engineers and Scientists) Partner — Partners to operate a Science club with involvement from Cornell students.
- Instagram Partner — Uses Instagram to share updates and engage with the community.
- Ithaca City School District Partner — Aligns program schedule with the school district's academic calendar
strategies · 3
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.
- Sliding-Scale Affordability Increases Access and Flexibility 159 orgsmethodology: sliding-scale-affordabilityBy offering tiered attendance options with sliding monthly rates, the program increases affordability and scheduling flexibility for families, because cost and time barriers are reduced, enabling sustained participation across diverse socioeconomic backgrounds.shared approach: Low-Barrier, High-Engagement Access →
- Experiential Learning Through Cooking Encourages Food Exploration and Social Engagement 81 orgsmethodology: experiential_learningBy using hands-on cooking activities, the program exposes students to unfamiliar foods and promotes peer sharing, because experiential engagement reduces food neophobia and builds social connection through collaborative learning.shared approach: Experiential Learning in Real-World Contexts →
- Exploratory and Creative Learning Promotes Self-Expressionmethodology: exploratory_learningBy providing exploratory and creative learning opportunities, the program fosters authentic self-expression in children, because open-ended engagement supports identity development and personal agency.