irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $2.97MTHE YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOLS: - SEE SCHEDULE O.
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
College Access & Success
Provides college counseling, application support, and financial aid guidance to high school students in partner schools to ensure college enrollment and persistence
CollegeBound Initiative (CBI)
Partners with public high schools to provide college counseling and leadership development programs for underserved students
GLOW Academy
Young Women’s Leadership affiliate school in Wilmington, NC, providing college preparatory education for girls
Girls’+ Education
Supports young women’s leadership development through all-girls schools and gender-responsive programming, including the Young Women’s Leadership Schools network
Young Women’s Leadership Schools (TYWLS)
National network of public, all-girls schools serving low-income communities, focused on leadership, academic excellence, and college readiness
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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College Access and Success Support 3 activities
- Operate Girls Academic Leadership Academy (GALA) in Los AngelesFounded and operates GALA in Los Angeles, which achieved a 100% high school graduation rate and 98% college-going rate for its first graduating class in 2020.
- Provide college transition and persistence support for alumniOffers College Transition Coaches to guide high school graduates through matriculation steps and provides emergency financial assistance, peer-to-peer support, and adjustment events for alumni enrolled in or transferring to CUNY colleges.
- Provide year-round college counseling and scholarship supportOffers comprehensive college counseling to high school seniors through Directors of College Counseling and supports students in securing scholarships, including New Visions, Beattie, Posse, QuestBridge, Jordan Brand Wings, and Gates Scholarships.
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Student Career Readiness and Internship Placement 2 activities
- Deliver career exposure and workforce readiness programsConnects students to professionals through classroom discussions, organizes site visits to workplaces in New York City, and partners with organizations like the Apollo Opportunity Foundation to provide financial literacy training, career skills development, and professional network support.
- Pilot internship and career exploration programsIntroduced college students to careers in private equity and finance through the Internship Sneak Peek program during spring break.
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Hands-On STEM Education Programs 1 activity
- Deliver STEM education and career exposure programsHosts interactive STEM workshops, lab tours, and hands-on activities for high school girls, including student-led research presentations and specialized programs in AI, engineering, and environmental science, reaching hundreds of students annually.
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Financial Literacy Education Programs 1 activity
- Expand financial literacy programmingPartners with the Apollo Opportunity Foundation to deliver financial literacy training to students, with programming expanded to 464 students across six TYWLS locations in the most recent year.
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Charter School Operations 1 activity
- Operate The Young Women’s Leadership Schools programRuns a network of public schools focused on supporting low-income young women in achieving their educational potential, serving approximately 40,000 students across 50 schools in the United States.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$14.82M
Contributions & grants$10.02M68%
Program service revenue$4.28M29%
Investment income$773K5%
Other revenue$-254K
expenses
Total expenses$13.67M
Program expenses85%
Admin / overhead8%
Fundraising7%
Salaries & benefits$10.11M
Grants paid out$14K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$21.94M
Cash$2.06M
Investments$13.21M
Liabilities$2.04M
Net assets$19.90M
Liquid reserves13.4 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +7.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 7
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| YOLONDA MARSHALL | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER | 35 | $346K |
| JON ROURE | CHIEF INNOVATION OFFICER | 35 | $263K |
| BETH COHEN | SENIOR MANAGING DIR. OF GROWTH | 35 | $221K |
| LAURA REBELL GROSS | SR. MANAGING DIR. OF GIRLS EDUCATION | 35 | $208K |
| SARA CLARKE | CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER | 35 | $204K |
| AARON HAWN | MANAGING DIR., RESEARCH, INSIGHTS | 35 | $160K |
| ROBERT ROBINSON | FMR. SENIOR MANAGING DIR. OF CBI | 35 | $153K |
board members · 18
- ANGELA NIMOH — DIRECTOR
- ANN RUBENSTEIN TISCH — FOUNDER AND PRESIDENT
- BRADLEY RUSKIN — BOARD CHAIRPERSON
- CERIE TISCH STONE — DIRECTOR
- DARRYL JONES — DIRECTOR
- DEBRA LEWIN — SECRETARY
- GERTRUDE ERWIN — DIRECTOR
- JACOB STRAUSS — DIRECTOR
- JENNIFER POWERS — TREASURER
- JOSHUA BELLIS — DIRECTOR
- JUDITH FISHLOW MINTER — DIRECTOR
- KAREN MITCHELL — DIRECTOR
- KATHY LEVENTHAL — DIRECTOR
- LAURIE ROSENBLATT — DIRECTOR
- LINDSAY GRUBER DUNHAM — DIRECTOR
- MARIA CHRISTINA GONZALEZ NOGUERA — DIRECTOR
- PHEBE FARROW PORT — DIRECTOR
- ROBIN ROSS — DIRECTOR
relationships · 30
Who they work with
- Advanced Science Research Center (ASRC) at CUNY Partner — Hosted Student Leadership Network students during Life Science Cares Day for hands-on STEM activities and lab tours.
- American Museum of Natural History Partner — Participated in Life Science Cares Day by hosting Student Leadership Network students for lab tours and career exposure in museum sciences.
- Apollo Opportunity Foundation Partner — Collaborates on career awareness events, financial literacy programming, and internship exploration initiatives for students.
- Apollo Opportunity Foundation Partner — Partners with Student Leadership Network to create hands-on experiences, build financial literacy and career skills, and expand professional networks for students.
- CUNY Partner — Provides targeted support for alumni enrolling in or transferring to any CUNY college through the CollegeJourney program.
- Central Park East High School Partner — CollegeBound Initiative (CBI) partner school where Student Leadership Network supports leadership development and college access.
- Clemson University Partner — One of the colleges represented by alumni in promotional materials, reflecting college access outcomes and potential institutional partnerships.
- Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art Partner — Hosted TYWLS Brooklyn students for a workshop integrating electrical circuits with creative design, allowing students to build light-up stuffed animals.
- East Community High School Partner — Affiliate school in Buffalo, New York, part of the CollegeBound Initiative (CBI) program supported by Student Leadership Network.
- FTI Consulting Partner — Provided pro bono services to assess the viability of expanding the CollegeBound Initiative model.
- GLOW Academy Partner — Young Women’s Leadership affiliate school in Wilmington, NC, supported in securing its first QuestBridge Scholar
- Georgia Institute of Technology Partner — One of the colleges represented by alumni in promotional materials, reflecting college access outcomes and potential institutional partnerships.
- Girls Academic Leadership Academy (GALA) Partner — Affiliate school in Los Angeles, California, part of the Young Women’s Leadership network and supported by Student Leadership Network.
- Harvard University Partner — One of the colleges represented by alumni in promotional materials, reflecting college access outcomes and potential institutional partnerships.
- Intercos Partner — Company whose volunteers lead hands-on STEM activities with TYWLS students during workplace visits.
- Ivy Prep Academy Partner — Affiliate school in Atlanta, Georgia, part of the Young Women’s Leadership network and supported by Student Leadership Network.
- Jordan Brand Partner — Partners with the College Persistence team to nominate students for the Jordan Brand Wings Scholarship
- Jordan Brand Wings Scholars Program Partner — Nominates high-achieving students from underserved communities for a national scholarship program.
- Life Science Cares Partner — Partnered on Life Science Cares Day, connecting Student Leadership Network students with life sciences companies for lab tours, hands-on activities, and career mentoring.
- New Visions Partner — Collaborates on administering New Visions Scholarships for Student Leadership Network seniors
- New York Blood Center Enterprises Partner — Participated in Life Science Cares Day by providing STEM exposure opportunities to Student Leadership Network students.
- New York Structural Biology Center Partner — Hosted Student Leadership Network students during Life Science Cares Day for lab tours and career engagement in structural biology.
- Northwestern University Partner — One of the colleges represented by alumni in promotional materials, reflecting college access outcomes and potential institutional partnerships.
- Posse Foundation Partner — Partners to identify and support students for Posse Foundation full-tuition scholarships and college transition programs
- QuestBridge Partner — Collaborates to support students in securing QuestBridge full-tuition scholarships and tailored college transition services
- Robert F. Wagner Secondary School for Arts & Technology Partner — CollegeBound Initiative (CBI) partner school in New York City where Student Leadership Network supports leadership and college access programs.
- Skidmore College Partner — One of the colleges attended by Student Leadership Network alumni, indicating institutional access and partnership in higher education pathways.
- The Gates Scholarship Partner — Supports students in securing competitive Gates Scholarships covering comprehensive college costs
- The Young Women’s Leadership Schools (TYWLS) Partner — Partner school network in New York City with which Student Leadership Network collaborates.
- Weill Cornell Medicine Partner — Collaborated on Big Red STEM Day, offering interactive workshops led by medical students and professionals for Student Leadership Network students.
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.
- Experiential Career Exposure Through Role Models and Workplace Learningmethodology: career_exposure_through_role_modelingBy placing students in real workplace environments and connecting them with diverse professional role models, the organization expands students’ understanding of career pathways and builds aspiration because early, tangible exposure to professional roles increases self-efficacy and clarifies post-secondary goals.
- Gender-Equitable Leadership Development Through Representation and Creative STEM Engagementmethodology: representation_mattersBy centering female and girls+ leadership through representation in education and integrating artistic expression with STEM learning, the organization increases confidence and interest in non-traditional fields because seeing relatable leaders and engaging in interdisciplinary, creative problem-solving validates identity and deepens learning.
- Leadership-Focused Education for College Access and Successmethodology: college_access_and_successBy integrating leadership development with college counseling and near-peer support, the organization increases college access and post-secondary success among low-income and underserved youth because structured guidance, relatable role models, and identity-affirming leadership pathways improve student engagement and persistence.
- Near-Peer and Peer-to-Peer Coaching Modelmethodology: peer_to_peer_supportBy using recent graduates and alumni as College Transition Coaches and Peer Leaders, the organization improves college matriculation and retention because shared lived experiences and relatable role models increase trust, engagement, and effective navigation of post-secondary challenges.