irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $40.02MHEADSTART - YELED V' YALDA'S DIRECT GRANTEE HEAD START PROGRAMS SERVICE CHILDREN THREE TO FIVE YEARS OLD AND ARE DESIGNED TO GIVE LOW INCOME ELIGIBLE CHILDREN A QUALITY PRESCHOOL EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE. YVY'S EARLY HEAD START PROGRAM SERVICES EXPECTANT MOMS AND INFANTS AND TODDLERS AGES 0-3 YEARS. HEAD START AND EARLY HEAD START PROGRAMS OFFER THE CORE EDUCATIONAL SERVICES ASSOCIATED WITH THE PROGRAM, AS WELL AS SPECIAL NEEDS SCREENING AND FOLLOW-UPS, MEDICAL NEEDS SCREENING AND TRACKING AND OTHER SOCIAL SERVICE SUPPORTS TO THE CHILD AND FAMILY. THESE PROGRAMS ARE FUNDED BY HHS.
- #2 $23.43MBEHAVIOR HEALTH SERVICES - THE BEHAVIOR HEALTH SERVICES PROGRAM PROVIDES THERAPEUTIC BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INTERVENTION TO CHILDREN WITH AN AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER (ASD) DIAGNOSIS. BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INTERVENTION INCLUDES ASSESSMENT, TREATMENT PLANNING, SUPERVISION, DIRECT CARE AND SOCIAL SKILLS GROUP THERAPEUTICAL SERVICES. PAYMENT FOR SERVICES ARE RENDERED BY MEDICAL INSURANCE CARRIERS FOR COVERED INDIVIDUALS' MEDICAL EXPENSE.
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Behavioral Health Services
Therapeutic intervention program for children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, offering assessment, treatment planning, direct care, and social skills group therapy funded through medical insurance.
Early Head Start
Early childhood development program for expectant mothers and children ages 0–3, offering home visits, developmental screenings, health services, and family support to low-income families.
Early Intervention (0-3) Program
State-mandated program providing evaluation, service coordination, and therapeutic services—including speech, physical, occupational, and ABA therapy—for infants and toddlers with developmental delays or disabilities in natural environments.
Head Start
Federally funded early childhood education program for income-eligible children ages 3–5, providing comprehensive educational, health, nutritional, and family support services through center-based and home-based models in Brooklyn and Staten Island.
Special Education Services
In-house special education and related services including IEP coordination, speech-language pathology, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and counseling for children with disabilities enrolled in Head Start programs.
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Early Childhood Education & Development Programs 2 activities
- Delivering early intervention services for infants and toddlersProvides multidisciplinary early intervention services for children ages 0–3 with developmental delays or disabilities, including comprehensive evaluations, Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs), service coordination, and therapies across developmental domains. Services include physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, special instruction, social work, nutrition, and assistive technology assessment and support.
- Operating Early Head Start and Head Start programsProvides comprehensive early childhood education and family support services through Early Head Start and Head Start programs for low-income children ages 0–5 and expectant mothers. Services include home-based and center-based models, developmental screenings, health and nutrition services, mental health support, and transition planning. The organization operates over 25 centers and nearly 100 classrooms in Brooklyn and Staten Island, serving nearly 1,500 children annually.
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Community Resource Navigation and Support Services 1 activity
- Administering community and family support servicesDelivers a range of support services for families, including WIC enrollment assistance, New York State Marketplace navigation, mental health counseling, clinical social work, parent education, leadership development, advocacy training, and access to a fitness center and lending library. These services are integrated into early childhood programs to support family well-being and engagement.
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Food Distribution and Hunger Relief 1 activity
- Distributing nutritious food to eligible familiesProvides weekly food boxes containing nutritious meals, fresh produce, pantry staples, and fully prepared meals to eligible New York Managed Medicaid members. Delivers up to three meals per day, seven days a week, for each household member, with participation available for up to six months and renewal based on need.
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Specialized Therapy for Children with Disabilities 1 activity
- Offering special education and related disability servicesProvides special education itinerant teaching, including bilingual (Yiddish-speaking) services, and delivers related therapies such as pediatric and early intervention occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech-language pathology in Brooklyn and throughout New York. Also offers multidisciplinary evaluations and special instruction aligned with individualized goals.
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Community Fitness and Aquatics Programming 1 activity
- Operating a fitness center and health promotion programsRuns a fitness center and health programs as part of its offerings to support physical wellness and healthy lifestyles for families enrolled in its early childhood and support services.
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Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy Services 1 activity
- Providing behavioral health and therapeutic services for children with autismOffers specialized behavioral health interventions for children with autism spectrum disorder, including Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, clinical assessments, treatment planning, and direct care. Services are delivered through full-time, part-time, and seasonal paraprofessional roles, as well as by Board Certified and Licensed Behavior Analysts, in center, home, and community settings across New York City.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$203.58M
Contributions & grants$48.69M24%
Program service revenue$151.68M75%
Investment income$51K0%
Other revenue$3.16M
expenses
Total expenses$191.94M
Program expenses90%
Admin / overhead10%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$123.57M
Grants paid out$1.78M
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$170.01M
Cash$48.06M
Investments$0
Liabilities$54.10M
Net assets$115.91M
Liquid reserves3.0 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -7.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 13
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| Mordechai Schwartz | CEO (UNTIL March 2025) | 35 | $535K |
| Mina Sputz | Executive Director of Education and Disabilities Programs | 35 | $517K |
| Josef Graus | BCBA | 35 | $371K |
| Devorah Ackerman | Clinical Director | 35 | $342K |
| Batsheva Werner | BCBA | 35 | $313K |
| Jonas Friedman | Comptroller | 35 | $294K |
| Ruth Akerman | Director of Compliance and Legal Affairs | 35 | $283K |
| Sara Gluck | Director of Operations - Title I | 35 | $275K |
| Zvi Pinter | Director of Operations | 42 | $261K |
| Herman Kestenbaum | BCBA | 35 | $252K |
| Rebecca Gutman | CFO | 35 | $250K |
| Wayne Goldberg | Director of Headstart | 45 | $192K |
| Naomi Auerbach | Executive Director | 43 | $155K |
board members · 12
- ARYEH RINGEL — Board Member
- Aaron Gordon — Treasurer
- Ari Worch — Board Member (as of june 2025)
- Chaim Weisberg — Board Member (as of june 2025)
- Dov Fischer — Secretary
- Eli Schwartz — Board Member (until February 2025)
- Henry Walter — Board Member
- Hersh Moskovits — Chairman (until March 2025) & CEO (as of March 2025)
- ISAAC LEFKOWITZ — BOARD MEMBER
- MINDY MEISNER — BOARD MEMBER
- Michael Hayum — Board Member
- Mordechai Hershkovitz — Chairman of the Board (as of March 2025)
relationships · 11
Who they work with
- Administration for Children and Families Government — Conducted the 2020 Focus Area One Review recognizing the program's high performance.
- Ezra Medical Center Partner — Provides medical and dental services accessible to Project REACH-enrolled families.
- Fidelis Partner — Managed Care plan through which eligibility for the SCN food program is accessed.
- HHS Government — Federal funder of the organization's Head Start and Early Head Start programs.
- Healthfirst Partner — Managed Care plan through which eligibility for the SCN food program is accessed.
- MetroPlus Partner — Managed Care plan through which eligibility for the SCN food program is accessed.
- NAEYC Network — Accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) for early learning program quality.
- NYS Government — Provides Marketplace Navigation services in partnership with the New York State Marketplace.
- New York State Education Department Government — Recognized with the Outstanding Early Childhood Award and participates in state rating systems (STARS).
- OPWDD Government — Provides services related to OPWDD, indicating affiliation with New York State's Office for People With Developmental Disabilities.
- WIC Government — Operates a WIC Department to deliver federal nutrition assistance to eligible families.
strategies · 5
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.
- Culturally Tailored, Holistic Family Support 341 orgsmethodology: culturally_tailed_nutrition_supportBy coordinating nutrition, health, and social services with cultural and family preferences, we increase utilization and trust, because services that reflect lived experience and values are more effective and sustainable.shared approach: Integrated, Culturally Affirming Care →
- Relationship-Based, Parent-As-Primary-Educator Model 76 orgsmethodology: parent_as_first_teacherBy co-planning learning strategies with parents and fostering collaborative relationships among families, educators, and professionals, we strengthen child development outcomes, because recognizing parents as first and primary educators increases engagement and continuity of learning in the home environment.shared approach: Family-Centered Development →
- Two-Generation Approach 44 orgsmethodology: two_generation_approachBy serving both children and their parents through integrated educational and family support services, we promote child development and family economic mobility, because empowering caregivers amplifies developmental outcomes for young children.
- Evidence-Based Clinical and Developmental Intervention 16 orgsmethodology: evidence_based_behavioral_interventionBy applying standardized, research-backed assessments and therapies—such as ABA and comprehensive developmental evaluations—we deliver individualized treatment plans that improve outcomes for children with autism and developmental delays, because clinical rigor ensures effective, measurable progress.shared approach: Individualized, Evidence-Based ABA with Generalization →
- Integrated Services in Natural Environments 12 orgsmethodology: natural_environment_interventionBy delivering education, behavioral health, and developmental services within homes and community settings, we support holistic child development, because integrating care into daily family routines increases accessibility, safety, and relevance—especially for medically fragile children.shared approach: Home- and Family-Centered Care →