irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2023
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $9KPROGRAM INSURANCE EXPENSES
- #2 $42KPROGRAM OCCUPANCY EXPENSES
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Born to Move: Dance for Youth Well-being
Year-round, no-cost ballet-based movement program for youth ages 3–18 in Ossining and surrounding communities, promoting physical and emotional well-being through structured dance instruction.
Boys Ballet Outreach Program
Free, dedicated ballet class for boys ages 5+ within the Born to Move program, designed to build strength, confidence, and technical foundation in a welcoming environment.
Conservatory Training Program
Year-long pre-professional ballet training for students ages 7+, focusing on technical excellence, artistry, and musicality through small, individualized classes in classical ballet and modern dance grounded in Horton fundamentals.
Summer Intensive
Two-week immersive ballet training program for dancers ages 8–18, featuring daily technique classes, repertoire, pointe, character dance, Graham technique, and enrichment sessions including audition preparation and injury prevention.
Westchester Ballet Company Performances
Professional productions including The Nutcracker, Peter and the Wolf, Cinderella, and Les Sylphides, providing performance opportunities for advanced students and professional guest artists.
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Ballet and Dance Education Programs 4 activities
- Deliver pre-professional ballet training and performance opportunitiesProvides specialized pre-professional training and annual performance opportunities in professionally produced ballets such as The Nutcracker and Peter and the Wolf to approximately 65 young dancers aged 6–18. Includes a structured academic-year program from September to June with year-long enrollment, small class sizes, and targeted technical and artistic preparation for company auditions.
- Offer youth ballet summer intensive programRuns a two-week summer intensive program for dancers aged 8–18 in Ossining, NY, with training levels determined by age and experience. Includes daily classical ballet technique classes and supplementary instruction in pointe, repertoire, character dance, Martha Graham technique, and dancer conditioning, along with enrichment sessions on ballet history, music, injury prevention, and audition preparation.
- Operate community outreach and conservatory ballet programsOffers community outreach programs including a no-cost boys' ballet class for ages 5+ focused on foundational skills and personal development, part of the Born to Move: Dance for Well-being initiative. Also provides weekly dance instruction throughout the school year and summer months for children of various ages, including a parent-participation class for ages 2–3.
- Provide no-cost ballet instruction to children in public schools and studiosOffers no-cost ballet classes to over 100 local children in public schools through an after-school program and to approximately 75 children aged 3–18 in its studios, funded by the Westchester County Youth Bureau. Also provides new ballet attire at no cost to participants.
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Annual Ballet Performances with Community Engagement 2 activities
- Conduct rehearsals and auditions for ballet productionsOrganizes scheduled rehearsals for young dancers in preparation for stage productions and holds annual auditions for major performances such as The Nutcracker, with audition dates scheduled in late summer and early fall.
- Produce and present annual public ballet performancesProduces and presents full-scale public ballet performances annually, including The Nutcracker as a holiday tradition and newly choreographed productions such as "Fairytale Classics — Peter and the Wolf & Cinderella." Performances are held at venues like Tarrytown Music Hall and include special matinees for schools and seniors, attracting thousands of audience members each year.
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Dance Program Access and Scholarship Support 1 activity
- Administer financial assistance for dancer participationOffers a Financial Assistance Program that provides financial awards to eligible dancers and families to cover class tuition, rehearsal fees, and performance-related expenses. Supports dancers invited to perform with the company, improving access and affordability.
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Benefit Events for Arts and Culture 1 activity
- Host fundraising and community engagement eventsHosts annual events such as the Spring Gala, which includes performances by professional artists and company dancers, and serves as a major fundraising initiative. The 2026 gala was attended by over 200 guests and set a new fundraising record.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$353K
Contributions & grants$92K26%
Program service revenue$276K78%
Investment income$3K1%
Other revenue$-19K
expenses
Total expenses$411K
Program expenses97%
Admin / overhead3%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$9K
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$136K
Cash$136K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$136K
Liquid reserves4.0 mo
3 years on record · 2021–2023 · YoY revenue +23.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
board members · 14
- AMY HARTE — PRESIDENT
- AMY HENRY — DIRECTOR
- FRANCES KEANE — DIRECTOR
- JENNIFER MAGEE — DIRECTOR
- JOANN DANIEL-ONATIVIA — TREASURER
- LINDA JAMISON — DIRECTOR
- MARGARET YAWMAN — VICE PRESIDENT
- MARIANA LJULJDURAJ — SECRETARY
- NICHOLAS LOGREA — DIRECTOR
- NICOLE BOUTMY DE KATZMANN — DIRECTOR
- RENEE LAVERDIERE — DIRECTOR
- RUTHIE KALAI — DIRECTOR
- STEVEN GIEGER — DIRECTOR
- TAMARAH BRIDGEWATER — DIRECTOR
relationships · 9
Who they work with
- American Ballet Theatre Partner — Collaborated with American Ballet Theatre artists for a performance at the Spring Gala.
- Amy Harte Partner — Contact person for sponsorship inquiries
- Amy Via Real Estate Team at Houlihan Lawrence Partner — Sponsored the 2026 presentation of "Fairytale Classics — Peter and the Wolf & Cinderella."
- Ice Cream Social Partner — Sponsored the 2026 presentation of "Fairytale Classics — Peter and the Wolf & Cinderella."
- Radio City Rockettes Partner — Features a dance workshop led by a current Radio City Rockette as part of the summer intensive program.
- Rey Insurance Partner — Sponsored the 2026 presentation of "Fairytale Classics — Peter and the Wolf & Cinderella."
- United Way of Westchester and Putnam Partner — Collaborates with WBC to administer an after-school program providing no-cost ballet classes to local public school children.
- Westchester Ballet Company Network — Conservatory dancers are invited to audition annually for placement in the professional company.
- Westchester County Youth Bureau Government — Funds a program through which approximately 75 children in the community receive no-cost ballet classes at WBC studios.
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.
- Arts Education Through Repertory Trainingmethodology: arts-education-through-repertory-trainingBy using a dance repertory company model, the organization educates and trains students in ballet, advancing their technical and artistic development through structured, performance-based learning because immersive engagement with classical repertoire deepens skill and artistry.
- Holistic Youth Development Through the Artsmethodology: holistic-youth-development-through-artsBy combining disciplined ballet training with emotional support, creative exploration, and community-building, the organization fosters confidence, resilience, discipline, and social-emotional growth in young dancers because structured artistic engagement in a safe, inclusive environment produces broader personal development beyond technique.
- Inclusive Access to Ballet Trainingmethodology: inclusive_accessBy offering need-based financial assistance, welcoming beginners, removing gender barriers, and providing inclusive auditions, the organization expands access to ballet for underrepresented groups because reducing financial, social, and structural barriers enables broader participation and talent development across diverse backgrounds.
- Individualized Readiness-Based Advancementmethodology: individualized-readiness-based-advancementBy advancing dancers based on individual technical and physical readiness rather than fixed timelines, the organization ensures long-term strength, artistry, and injury prevention because personalized pacing supports sustainable development and deeper mastery.