irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $154KExpecting Relief distributes food, diapers, and other new born and maternal necessities to families living in impoverished areas in Brooklyn New York. In July of 2022, Expecting Relief expanded their distribution efforts to include Broward County, Florida.
- #2 $60KExpecting Relief distributes cycle relief product to women living in impoverished areas in Brooklyn New York. In July of 2022, Expecting Relief expanded their distribution efforts to include Broward County, Florida.
named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Cycle Relief
Provides menstrual hygiene products and education to combat period poverty, in partnership with the Alliance for Period Supplies, with a focus on school settings.
Diaper Relief
Operates as a diaper bank and pantry providing diapers, wipes, and baby essentials to low-income families with children up to age 5 in Brooklyn and Broward County.
Doula Relief
Offers comprehensive maternal health support through certified community-based doulas for low-income expecting mothers in Brooklyn, funded by Elevance Health Foundation.
Food Relief
Distributes food through community pantries in Brooklyn, NY and Broward County, FL, serving thousands of individuals monthly and addressing household food insecurity.
Maternal Workshops
Hosts monthly educational workshops for expectant and new parents covering postpartum care, lactation, infant CPR, and birth rights, with refreshments provided.
School Pantry Program
Partners with Stop & Shop to operate three school-based food pantries in Title 1 schools in Brooklyn, serving 779 students monthly.
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Diaper and Baby Supply Distribution 2 activities
- Community Drives and Fundraisers SupportSupports community-led clothing and diaper drives, fundraisers, and baby showers organized by companies, educational institutions, or individuals.
- Food and Diaper Distribution ProgramOperates food and diaper distribution services for pregnant, postpartum, and low-income families with children from womb to age 5 in Brooklyn, New York, and Broward County, Florida. Includes appointment-based access to baby essentials, monthly recurring visits, and school-based food pantries serving 779 students monthly in Title 1 schools.
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Perinatal Support Services 1 activity
- Doula Relief ServicesProvides doula support services to low-income expecting mothers in Brooklyn, NY, with services available by RSVP and intake form completion, launched in 2023.
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Early Literacy Promotion 1 activity
- Literacy Relief ProgramOffers literacy support to children with lower reading levels through the Literacy Relief program.
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Parenting Education and Support Programs 1 activity
- Maternal WorkshopsHosts monthly workshops for expectant and new parents to provide education and support.
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Menstrual Health and Hygiene Equity 1 activity
- Menstrual Hygiene Product DistributionDistributes menstrual pads and hygiene products to individuals in need, particularly in school settings, in Brooklyn, New York, and Broward County, Florida, through appointment-based and targeted outreach programs.
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Healthcare Policy Advocacy 1 activity
- Policy Advocacy for Maternal and Family HealthEngages state and federal elected officials and legislators to address food insecurity and maternal health crises by sharing community data and lived experiences to inform policy. Successfully advocated for the passage of New York Senate Bill 8033A, which exempted diapers from sales tax effective July 19, 2022.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$705K
Contributions & grants$691K98%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$14K
expenses
Total expenses$655K
Program expenses96%
Admin / overhead3%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$122K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$100K
Cash$70K
Investments$0
Liabilities$41K
Net assets$60K
Liquid reserves1.3 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +180.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 3
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vanessa Bracetty | Board Chair | 40 | $95K |
| Elizabeth Duarte | Treasurer | 20 | $22K |
| Vickiana Pena | Board Member | 1 | $5K |
board members · 4
- Christina Hernandez — Vice Chairman
- Lisa Jacobson — Secretary
- Savitri Batchoo — Board Member
- Shalonda Velasques — Board Member
relationships · 15
Who they work with
- Alliance for Period Supplies Partner — Partner organization collaborating on the rollout of Cycle Relief services.
- Baybee Lounge Daycare Partner — Hosts a diaper pantry operated by Expecting Relief
- Cristo LaRoca Ministerio Partner — Hosts food and diaper distribution events with Expecting Relief.
- Cristo LaRoca Ministerio Partner — Hosts the Florida food pantry in Broward County.
- DLC Family Daycare Partner — Hosts a diaper pantry operated by Expecting Relief
- Elevance Health Foundation Funder — Provides support for Doula Relief services for low-income expecting mothers in Brooklyn, NY.
- Facebook Partner — Platform used for sharing updates about food distribution events.
- Instagram Partner — Platform used for sharing updates about food distribution events.
- National Diaper Bank Network Network — Member of the National Diaper Bank Network, aligning with its data and advocacy efforts.
- National Diaper Bank Network Partner — Collaborates with Expecting Relief on advocacy efforts to address food insecurity and maternal health at the state and federal levels.
- P.S. 147 Isaac Remsen Partner — Hosts a school food pantry operated in partnership with Expecting Relief.
- P.S. 290 The Juan Morel Campos School Partner — Hosts a school food pantry operated in partnership with Expecting Relief.
- SCO Family Residence Partner — Hosts a diaper pantry operated by Expecting Relief
- Sistahood of Birthworkers Agency Partner — Partner agency collaborating to provide Certified Community Based Doulas for the Materna Doula Health program.
- Stop & Shop Partner — Partnered with Expecting Relief to establish and support school food pantries.
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.
- Birth Equity Through Doula Caremethodology: birth_equity_through_doula_careBy providing comprehensive, continuous doula support to underserved pregnant individuals, Expecting Relief improves maternal and birth outcomes because culturally congruent, personalized care reduces stress, increases advocacy during delivery, and counteracts systemic inequities in maternal health.
- Essential Supplies as Health Interventionmethodology: essential-supplies-for-maternal-healthBy distributing essential hygiene and baby products—such as diapers, wipes, and menstrual supplies—Expecting Relief treats material deprivation as a determinant of maternal and child health, because access to basic goods reduces health risks, stigma, and stress that undermine well-being.
- Integrated Service and Advocacy Modelmethodology: integrated-service-and-advocacyBy addressing immediate basic needs such as food, diapers, and menstrual products while collecting client data, Expecting Relief builds evidence to advocate for systemic policy changes that combat generational and racialized poverty, because lived experience combined with data strengthens advocacy impact.