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DOROTHY BENNETT MERCY CENTER INC

BROOKLYN, NY · EIN 113448950 · Form 990EZ · FY2023 · NTEE P80 · Human Services · Micro (<$100K) · dbmcenter.org
revenue
$105
expenses
$5K
net assets
$361K
employees
program ratio
45%
mission · from form 990

DOROTHY BENEETT MERCY CENTER HAS CLOSED OPERATION IT USE TO PROVIDES AN AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM, ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAMS, SENIOR SUPPORT GROUP AND A COMMUNITY OUTREACH PROGRAM

profile · synthesized from sources

Dorothy Bennett Mercy Center Inc was a community-based nonprofit in Brooklyn, NY that provided after-school programs for children, adult education classes including ESL and GED preparation, computer literacy training, and community outreach services for seniors and immigrant families. The organization operated from 1995 until closing its operations, having served the Fort Greene and Bedford Stuyvesant neighborhoods with programs focused on education, empowerment, and social services.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2020

What they reported doing

  1. #1 primary $18K
    ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAMS WHICH PROVIDES ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE CLASSES, COMPUTER LITERACY PROGRAMS AND GED COURSES IN BOTH ENGLISH AND SPANISH
  2. #2 $5K
    COMMUNITY OUTREACH PROGRAM WHICH PROVIDES SOCIAL, FAMILY AND ELDERLY SERVICES, IMMIGRATION ASSISTANCE AND REFERRALS AND HOUSING SERVICES TO THE SURROUNDING COMMUNITY
named programs · 6 · from sources

What they call their work

After School Program
Provided enrichment activities, homework help, literacy comprehension, financial literacy workshops, and social-emotional development for children in a safe environment; operated Monday through Friday from 3pm to 6pm.
Community Outreach
Provided social services including senior programs (Golden Age Club), crocheting club, housing and immigration referrals, financial and immigration workshops, parenting classes, and translation services.
Computer Technology Classes
Taught basic computer skills including Windows, Internet, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; offered in English and bilingual formats on Thursdays and Fridays.
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Provided ESL classes for adult learners on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:30pm to 8:30pm to improve communication skills and support integration and career advancement.
GED/TASC Preparation
Offered adult education classes preparing students for the GED/TASC exam in subjects including Mathematics, Reading, Writing, Science, and Social Studies; classes held on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:30am to 9:30pm.
Summer Program
Offered a summer enrichment program with arts and crafts, trips, outdoor play, sports, library visits, and academic games in a safe, air-conditioned environment; operated Monday through Thursday from 9am to 4pm.
activities · 5 groups

What they do

  • ESL and Citizenship Instruction 1 activity
    • Adult Education Programs
      Provides adult education programs including English as a Second Language (ESL) classes for beginners and intermediate learners, GED/TASC preparation courses in English and Spanish, and computer literacy instruction. ESL classes are structured and small to promote interaction, with placement based on proficiency assessment, and are offered on evenings and weekdays. GED/TASC courses cover mathematics, reading, writing, science, and social studies.
  • After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
    • After-School Program for Children
      Operates an after-school program Monday through Friday from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, providing a safe environment for children to engage in homework assistance, project-based learning, literacy comprehension, team building, problem-solving activities, and structured recreational and creative activities including art, music, dance, and performance. The program serves children of immigrant families and supports their educational, emotional, and social development.
  • Senior Social & Enrichment Programming 1 activity
    • Community Outreach and Support Services
      Provides community outreach services including housing referrals and assistance, immigration support and translation services, parenting classes, financial literacy workshops, and social programs for seniors. Services are offered on specific weekdays during daytime and evening hours, including bi-monthly Golden Age Club and Crocheting Club meetings that combine social engagement with educational workshops on nutrition and personal finance.
  • Digital Literacy Training and Technology Access 1 activity
    • Computer Technology Training for Adults
      Offers computer technology classes covering basic software applications, internet navigation, and Windows operating systems, with sessions available on Thursdays (11 a.m. to 1 p.m.) and bilingual evening classes on Fridays (6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.). Classes are designed to improve digital literacy for adult learners.
  • Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
    • Summer Enrichment Program for Children
      Runs a summer enrichment program Monday through Thursday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, offering educational and recreational activities including arts and crafts, sports, outdoor play, library visits, academic games in reading and math, and field trips to support children's continued learning and development during summer months.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$105
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$105100%
Other revenue
expenses
Total expenses$5K
Program expenses45%
Admin / overhead55%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits
Grants paid out
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$370K
Cash$502K
Investments$0
Liabilities$128K
Net assets$361K
Liquid reserves46.5 mo
2 years on record · 2020–2023
relationships · 23

Who they work with

  • Anne & Walter Kreitsch Partner — Recipients of the Mercy Service Award at the 13th Annual Benefit.
  • Berkeley College Partner — Joint initiative partner
  • Bishop Loughlin Memorial HS Partner — Partner high school participating in volunteer program
  • Catholic Charities SYEP Partner — Joint initiative partner
  • Catholic Charities WLG Program Partner — Joint initiative partner
  • Catholic Charities WLG Program Partner — Partner organization whose participants volunteer in the After School Program.
  • Comprehensive HS Partner — Partner high school participating in volunteer program
  • Frank Clemente Partner — Recipient of the Mercy Spirit award at the 13th Annual Benefit.
  • Marcela Partner — Staff member assisting with registration and operations for the Summer Enrichment Program.
  • Mercy Home for Children Partner — Organization acknowledged for support, indicating a collaborative or affiliated relationship.
  • Millenium HS Partner — Partner high school participating in volunteer program
  • Ms. April Partner — Staff member assisting with registration and operations for the Summer Enrichment Program.
  • New Visions H.S. Partner — Partner organization whose students volunteer in the After School Program.
  • New Visions HS Partner — Partner high school participating in volunteer program
  • Not specified Partner — Collaborated with community partners to deliver social, family, elderly, immigration, and housing services.
  • Sacred Heart Parish of Bayside Partner — Parish acknowledged for support, indicating a local faith-based partnership.
  • Sisters of Mercy Network — Founding religious order that established the Center as a new ministry and provided financial and leadership support.
  • Sisters of Mercy Partner — Founded Dorothy Bennett Mercy Center in 1995.
  • Sisters of Mercy Convent Partner — Hosts programs on its premises, providing a safe environment for after-school and other services.
  • Sisters of Mercy, Mid-Atlantic Community Network — Indicates affiliation or alignment with the Sisters of Mercy, suggesting a faith-based network connection.
  • St Joseph's College Graduate School Literacy and Cognition Program Partner — Joint initiative partner
  • St. Joseph’s College Partner — Partner organization whose students volunteer in the After School Program.
  • St. Lucy - St. Patrick's Parish Partner — Local church whose Pastoral Team identified the need for an after-school program and collaborated on the Center's founding.
strategies · 3

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