irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $814KAdvocacy Services: In 2024, CVTCs Legal Team provided trauma-informed legal representation and advocacy to 278 individuals, supporting clients on a broad range of issues including orders of protection, child custody and support, divorce, immigration, housing, public benefits, and advocacy with law enforcement and prosecutors. That same year, CVTCs Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) Program provided advocacy and therapeutic support to incarcerated survivors of sexual violence and harassment in 13 correctional facilities across New York State. CVTC also continued to coordinate statewide victim support under New York's PREA legislation, overseeing the delivery of services to all state facilities and guiding partner agencies in providing effective support to this population.
- #2 $672KTraining Services: In 2024, CVTC held its annual in-person 40-hour Rape Crisis and Domestic Violence Advocate Training, welcoming 53 new volunteers to its dedicated team of advocates who provide compassionate support to survivors at each of CVTCs six partner hospitals. That same year, CVTCs SAFE Training Institute trained 111 medical professionals; 81 advanced practitioners (MDs, DOs, PAs, and NPs) and 30 registered nurses (RNs), ensuring a new cohort of trauma-informed, highly skilled providers are available to perform forensic evidence collection and compassionate emergency medical care to survivors of sexual assault across New York City. Additionally, CVTCs Prevention Team facilitated 95 trainings, reaching 5,028 New Yorkers with education and tools to recognize, prevent, and respond to interpersonal violence.
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Legal Advocacy and Representation
Provides free legal support to survivors on issues including immigration, family court, criminal court, housing, and orders of protection
Prevention Education
Offers sexual violence prevention and bystander intervention training to students, faculty, and staff at 16 schools and universities in NYC
Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) Program
Delivers advocacy and therapeutic support to incarcerated survivors of sexual violence in 13 correctional facilities across New York State
Rape Crisis and Domestic Violence Advocate Training
40-hour training program for volunteers who support survivors at six partner hospitals in NYC
SAFE Training Institute
Trains medical professionals in forensic and trauma-informed care for sexual assault survivors
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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Domestic Violence Survivor Support Services 4 activities
- Delivering legal advocacy and system navigationProvides trauma-informed legal representation and advocacy to survivors in matters including orders of protection, custody, immigration relief, housing, public benefits, and police reporting. Assisted 278 individuals in 2024 and supports over 300 clients annually, including accompaniment to law enforcement interviews and court proceedings.
- Offering practical support and safety resourcesConnects survivors with concrete services such as shelter, lock changes, and cell phones for those who cannot afford them to enhance safety and stability.
- Operating hospital-based crisis intervention and forensic responseDeploys state-certified volunteer advocates and Sexual Assault Forensic Examiners (SAFEs) to provide 24/7 crisis intervention, medical advocacy, and forensic care to sexual assault survivors at partner emergency departments across New York City. Includes automatic follow-up within two business days for survivors who consent.
- Providing system advocacy for survivorsAdvocates for survivors navigating institutions such as hospitals, law enforcement, DA offices, NYCHA, and public benefits systems to ensure they remain informed and supported throughout complex processes.
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Domestic and Sexual Violence Prevention Education 3 activities
- Conducting prevention education and bystander intervention trainingDelivers school-based and community-wide prevention programs for K–12 students, university campuses, and nightlife professionals, focusing on affirmative consent, healthy relationships, bystander intervention, and safe space creation. Reached 5,028 people in 2024 through 95 trainings.
- Recruiting and training survivor support volunteersTrains and deploys volunteer rape crisis and domestic violence advocates to provide on-call support in emergency departments and legal settings. Trained 53 new volunteers in 2024 and deployed over 400 volunteers across six hospitals and law enforcement sites.
- Training professionals in trauma-informed careTrains medical professionals, educators, and institutional staff in trauma-informed practices, including forensic and emergency care for sexual assault survivors. Trained 111 medical professionals and 107 new Sexual Assault Forensic Examiners in 2024.
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Child Advocacy and Trauma Support Centers 2 activities
- Providing trauma-focused therapy and support groupsOffers individual and group trauma therapy to survivors of interpersonal violence, including sexual assault, domestic violence, childhood sexual abuse, human trafficking, and community violence. Services are available in English, Spanish, and Mandarin and include long-term, free access to care regardless of time since the incident.
- Supporting survivors of childhood sexual abuseProvides specialized trauma-focused therapy and support groups for survivors of childhood sexual abuse aged 13 and up, including New York City’s only free program specifically for male survivors.
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Grief Support Groups and Counseling 1 activity
- Assisting victims of community and traumatic lossProvides on-site support to victims of community violence at five NYC hospitals and operates a Traumatic Loss and Bereavement Program for survivors of homicide victims, offering grief counseling and systemic navigation support.
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Community Resource Navigation and Support Services 1 activity
- Connecting human trafficking survivors to essential servicesLinks survivors of human trafficking with immediate needs such as shelter, trauma counseling, and support groups, while also providing immigration assistance and pathways to legal relief for undocumented survivors.
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Veteran Benefits and Reintegration Support 1 activity
- Delivering psychiatric services for PTSDProvides free psychiatric evaluation, medication supervision, and treatment for PTSD to current therapy clients.
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Pro Bono Legal Representation and Support 1 activity
- Facilitating victim compensation claimsHelps survivors file claims with the New York State Office of Victims Services to recover costs related to lost wages, medical bills, property damage, emergency memorial expenses, and uninsured costs, including specialized assistance for those without insurance.
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Creative Arts Therapy Programs 1 activity
- Providing complementary and holistic therapiesOffers acupuncture, meditation, guided imagery, art therapy, narrative writing, equine therapy, and other complementary treatments alongside trauma-focused psychotherapy to support healing.
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Justice System Innovation & Inclusion Programs 1 activity
- Supporting incarcerated survivors of sexual violenceProvides clinical and advocacy services to incarcerated survivors of sexual violence at 13–15 correctional facilities across New York State and coordinates statewide victim support under the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA), collaborating with partner agencies to deliver services across all NYSDOCCS facilities.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$5.47M
Contributions & grants$5.38M98%
Program service revenue$13K0%
Investment income$38K1%
Other revenue$36K
expenses
Total expenses$5.11M
Program expenses79%
Admin / overhead17%
Fundraising4%
Salaries & benefits$3.75M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$10.62M
Cash$2.17M
Investments$67K
Liabilities$6.47M
Net assets$4.15M
Liquid reserves5.3 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +0.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 7
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amie Karp | Clinical Director | 40 | $181K |
| Veronica Medrano | Operations Dir. | 40 | $164K |
| Sui Na Hua | Finance Director | 40 | $151K |
| Kimberly Sanchez | Clinical Superviso | 40 | $143K |
| Felipe Ferreira | Executive Dir. | 40 | $141K |
| Lauren Pesso | Dir. of Partnershi | 40 | $138K |
| Tyler Potts | Supervisiong Attor | 40 | $129K |
board members · 7
- Amy Sheng — Secretary
- Anusha Dwivedi — Board Member
- Christopher E Bromson — Board Member
- Dennis Wang — Treasurer
- Julia Phillips — Board Member
- Richard B Aftanas — Chairman
- Susan Xenarios — Ex-Officio
relationships · 37
Who they work with
- Brookdale Hospital Partner — Collaborates with CVTC to provide trained SAFE examiners and volunteer advocates for survivors of human trafficking.
- Brookdale Hospital Partner — Hospital partner where CVTC provides on-site support to victims of community violence.
- Brookdale Hospital Partner — Partner emergency department where CVTC volunteer advocates assist survivors of intimate partner violence.
- Brookdale University Hospital Partner — Hospital emergency department where CVTC's volunteer advocates provide on-call support to survivors.
- District Attorney's Office Partner — CVTC advocates for survivors by communicating with the District Attorney's Office to keep them informed about criminal cases.
- District Attorney’s Offices Partner — CVTC provides advocacy support for survivors engaged with criminal justice proceedings through DA offices.
- Grady Health System Partner — Collaborates on integrated care models for victim treatment.
- Lenox Health Greenwich Village Partner — Collaborates with CVTC to provide trained SAFE examiners and volunteer advocates for survivors of human trafficking.
- Lenox Health Greenwich Village Partner — Hospital emergency department where CVTC's volunteer advocates provide on-call support to survivors.
- Lenox Health Greenwich Village Partner — Hospital partner where CVTC provides on-site support to victims of community violence.
- Lenox Health Greenwich Village Partner — Partner emergency department where CVTC volunteer advocates assist survivors of intimate partner violence.
- Long Island Jewish Forest Hills Partner — Collaborates with CVTC to provide trained SAFE examiners and volunteer advocates for survivors of human trafficking.
- Long Island Jewish Forest Hills Partner — Hospital emergency department where CVTC's volunteer advocates provide on-call support to survivors.
- Long Island Jewish Forest Hills Partner — Hospital partner where CVTC provides on-site support to victims of community violence.
- Long Island Jewish Forest Hills Partner — Partner emergency department where CVTC volunteer advocates assist survivors of intimate partner violence.
- Manhattan Child Advocacy Center Partner — Refers to or collaborates with Manhattan Child Advocacy Center for comprehensive care of children who have been sexually abused.
- Mount Sinai Morningside Partner — Collaborates with CVTC to provide trained SAFE examiners and volunteer advocates for survivors of human trafficking.
- Mount Sinai Morningside Partner — Hospital emergency department where CVTC's volunteer advocates provide on-call support to survivors.
- Mount Sinai Morningside Partner — Hospital partner where CVTC provides on-site support to victims of community violence.
- Mount Sinai Morningside Partner — Partner emergency department where CVTC volunteer advocates assist survivors of intimate partner violence.
- Mount Sinai West Partner — Collaborates with CVTC to provide trained SAFE examiners and volunteer advocates for survivors of human trafficking.
- Mount Sinai West Partner — Hospital emergency department where CVTC's volunteer advocates provide on-call support to survivors.
- Mount Sinai West Partner — Hospital partner where CVTC provides on-site support to victims of community violence.
- Mount Sinai West Partner — Partner emergency department where CVTC volunteer advocates assist survivors of intimate partner violence.
- NY State Governor’s Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence Funder — Funds the Enough Is Enough Campus Program, enabling free violence prevention services for colleges and universities.
- NYCHA Partner — CVTC advocates for survivors accessing housing or services through the New York City Housing Authority.
- NYPD Partner — CVTC advocates on behalf of survivors interacting with the New York Police Department.
- NYPD’s Special Victims Division Partner — Law enforcement unit where CVTC-trained volunteers accompany and support survivors during crime reporting.
- NYSDOCCS Government — State agency with which CVTC coordinates services for incarcerated survivors of sexual violence through the PREA program.
- NYU Langone Hospital - Brooklyn Partner — Hospital emergency department where CVTC's volunteer advocates provide on-call support to survivors; added as a partner site this year.
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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.
- Community-Driven, Culturally-Humble Approachmethodology: cultural_humility_centeredBy centering cultural humility, equity, and community partnership, the organization prioritizes those with greatest need and least access, because this approach is believed to build trust, address root causes of violence, and create sustainable systemic change.
- Holistic and Complementary Therapeutic Integrationmethodology: holistic_healingBy combining trauma-focused psychotherapy with complementary and alternative therapies, the organization offers a holistic treatment model that reduces reliance on psychiatric medication and accommodates diverse healing preferences, because integrative approaches are believed to reduce PTSD symptoms more effectively for some survivors.
- Integrated, Multi-Modal Support Modelmethodology: integrated_trauma_supportBy integrating clinical therapy with legal advocacy, medical coordination, and community-based services, the organization addresses the compounded impact of interpersonal violence, because coordinated access across systems reduces barriers and improves holistic recovery outcomes.
- Trauma-Informed, Survivor-Centered Caremethodology: trauma_informed_careBy providing trauma-informed counseling and support services within a survivor-centered, anti-blame framework, the organization fosters safety, autonomy, and disclosure, because these conditions are believed to validate survival responses and improve engagement and healing outcomes.