named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Arts Literacy Initiative
Monthly book distribution and reading program featuring artist biographies, poetry, science texts, and critical nonfiction to support holistic development
Professional Development Workshops
Workshops in business skills, injury prevention, financial literacy, meditation, and professional interfacing to prepare dancers for careers in the arts
Repertory Training Program
Weekly technical training and repertory rehearsals in ballet and contemporary dance led by guest choreographers for NYC dancers aged 14-20
activities · 2 groups
What they do
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Ballet and Dance Education Programs 3 activities
- Professional development and arts literacy programmingOffers professional development workshops covering business skills, injury prevention, financial literacy, wellness, and performance outings; also runs an arts literacy initiative that provides a new book each month on topics such as artist biographies, science, poetry, and critical nonfiction to support dancers’ career preparation in the performing arts.
- Tuition-free dance training and repertory program for youthProvides a tuition-free dance training and repertory program for youth aged 14 to 20 in New York City, including 10 hours of weekly technical training and repertory rehearsals, instruction in traditional and contemporary dance techniques, and performance opportunities through diverse works developed by guest choreographers.
- Youth engagement in New York CityHas served over 30 young dancers from across New York City since the program launched in September 2019.
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Original Dance Performance Production 1 activity
- Youth dance performances of original repertory worksPerforms original dance pieces choreographed by guest artists, including "Ama Inlaid," "Ever Since," "And Tomorrow," "11," "Allhimod," "Beweist," "What's left undone," "UN/Settled," "Billie's Blues," "First, Second and the Third," "Electro Hydra Baby," "Fractalia," and "Destino, Roto," as part of its youth repertory program.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$397K
Contributions & grants$397K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$380K
Program expenses61%
Admin / overhead35%
Fundraising5%
Salaries & benefits$183K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$72K
Cash$37K
Investments$0
Liabilities$268K
Net assets$-196K
Liquid reserves1.2 mo
3 years on record · 2022–2024 · YoY revenue +20.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| MICHAEL MCGOWN | PROGRAM DIRECTOR | 40 | $106K |
| SEAN MCCABE | PROGRAM MANAGER | 40 | $65K |
board members · 7
- CHARLES WALLY MUNRO — DIRECTOR
- GINGER NORMAN — SECRETARY
- JANICE SANDS — PRESIDENT
- LEEANA WOLFMAN — VICE-PRESIDENT
- LEONARD MAJZLIN — DIRECTOR
- SYLVIE SCOWCROFT — TREASURER
- WENDY LI — DIRECTOR
relationships · 9
Who they work with
- Fit for Broadway Partner — Co-provided meditation workshops with Inscape for Flight Path dancers.
- Gibney Dance Partner — Hosts weekly repertory rehearsal and technical training for Flight Path dancers at its 280 location.
- Inscape Partner — Co-provided meditation workshops with Fit for Broadway for Flight Path dancers.
- Joffrey Ballet School Partner — Collaborates with the Joffrey Ballet School, as evidenced by dancer training and faculty affiliation.
- Michael Trusnovec Partner — Guest choreographer who has contributed repertory to the program.
- NYU Langone Harkness Center for Dance Injuries Partner — Provided injury prevention and management workshops for Flight Path dancers.
- PILLOBOLUS Partner — Collaborates with guest choreographers including PILLOBOLUS, who contribute repertory for dancers to perform.
- Park Piedmont Advisors Partner — Provided financial literacy workshops for Flight Path dancers.
- Yusha-Marie Sorzano Partner — Guest choreographer who has contributed repertory to the program.
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.
- Diverse Choreographic Exposure for Artistic Development 48 orgsmethodology: diverse-choreographic-trainingBy exposing dancers to diverse choreography from both established and emerging choreographers alongside foundational techniques, the organization broadens artistic development because varied movement vocabularies enhance creativity, adaptability, and cultural fluency in young dancers.shared approach: Artistic Legacy Transmission →
- Holistic Career Development in Dance 48 orgsmethodology: holistic career preparationBy combining technical dance training with professional development and arts literacy, the organization prepares dancers for sustainable careers in the performing arts because comprehensive skill-building addresses both artistic and practical dimensions of long-term success.shared approach: Artistic Legacy Transmission →
- Equity Through Cost Removal in Arts Access 25 orgsmethodology: tuition-free_accessBy offering tuition-free dance and repertory training, the organization increases access to high-quality arts education for young people in New York City because removing financial barriers enables participation from historically underserved communities.shared approach: Equitable Access Through Financial and Structural Inclusion →
- Anti-Racism Integration Across Organizational Systems 20 orgsmethodology: anti-racism_integrationBy embedding anti-racism principles into governance, programming, staffing, and artistic repertory, the organization creates a more equitable and representative environment because systemic change across all levels fosters inclusion and reflects the diverse experiences of youth dancers and the community.shared approach: Equity Through Structural Integration →