named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
Class Gift Campaign
Engages graduating students to contribute to a collective gift that supports future generations of CUNY SPS students.
Scholarships
Provides financial aid to eligible students at CUNY SPS to help them complete their degrees, with a focus on adult learners facing financial barriers.
activities · 12 groups
What they do
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Professional Certification and Continuing Education 2 activities
- Deliver training programs for New York City government employeesProvides competency-based training and courses through the Energy Management Institute, integrating national certification standards and taught by experienced practitioners, available free to all NYC government employees to support energy efficiency and clean energy advocacy.
- Facilitate professional development for energy professionalsOffers high-quality, IACET-certified training programs for energy professionals and hosts interagency training councils to advance learning and career development in energy management.
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Organizational DEI Capacity Building 2 activities
- Implement non-discriminatory employment practicesOversees recruitment and hiring processes to ensure non-discriminatory employment practices, including consultation with hiring teams and oversight of recruitment strategies.
- Produce compliance and program effectiveness reportsPrepares and disseminates Affirmative Action Plan reports and other compliance documents, and assesses the effectiveness of equity and inclusion programs and initiatives.
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Educator Training in Equity and Inclusion 1 activity
- Advance equity, diversity, and inclusion through training and educationConducts educational initiatives and training programs to promote equity, diversity, and inclusion within the CUNY SPS community, including recognition programs for faculty and staff who complete LinkedIn Learning courses on EDI topics.
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Alumni Leadership and Career Support Programs 1 activity
- Appoint alumni as faculty to strengthen academic programsAppoints accomplished alumni, such as Dr. Steven Samrock, as faculty members and hosts them in speaker series to enrich the Psychology program and support academic development.
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Higher Education Degree Programs 1 activity
- Deliver online and on-campus degree programs for working adultsOffers nationally ranked, affordable, flexible, and customizable online and classroom-based academic programs, including bachelor’s and master’s degrees, designed for working adults to balance education with work and family responsibilities.
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Student Milestone Ceremonies & Events 1 activity
- Host commencement and academic ceremoniesOrganizes and hosts major academic events, including commencement ceremonies for graduating students, such as the largest-ever graduating class held at Barclays Center.
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Community Safety and Conduct Enforcement 1 activity
- Investigate and resolve discrimination and harassment complaintsInvestigates complaints of discrimination and harassment in accordance with non-discrimination policies, provides confidential consultation, and supports resolution processes, including under Title IX.
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School Governance & Strategic Oversight 1 activity
- Promote evidence-informed decision making in education and administrationProvides leadership, resources, and support to enhance student learning, educational programs, and administrative services at CUNY SPS through evidence-informed practices and data-driven decision making.
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University-Specific Endowment and Program Funding 1 activity
- Provide scholarships to CUNY SPS studentsDisburses scholarships to financially needy and deserving students at the CUNY School of Professional Studies to support degree completion and remove financial barriers to education.
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Anti-Hate Incident Response & Support 1 activity
- Sponsor anti-hate and community engagement initiativesOrganizes and sponsors events through a Multi-Year Anti-Hate Initiative to promote community safety, inclusion, and resilience.
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Autism and Neurodiversity Family Support Services 1 activity
- Support student research and technology innovationFunds and supports student-led research and technology projects, such as an award-winning project that helps children with autism recognize emotions and provides behavioral insights for educators and parents.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Launch specialized academic tracks in high-demand fieldsDevelops and launches new academic tracks, such as a cybersecurity track within the BS in Information Science program, to prepare students for careers in emerging and critical sectors.
- Support faculty and staff grant proposal developmentProvides administrative and logistical support to faculty and staff in preparing, submitting, and managing grant proposals and sponsored projects, including requiring an Intent to Submit (ITS) Form to initiate the process.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$443K
Contributions & grants$420K95%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$23K5%
Other revenue$81
expenses
Total expenses$394K
Program expenses86%
Admin / overhead9%
Fundraising5%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$338K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$1.03M
Cash$242K
Investments$677K
Liabilities$37K
Net assets$993K
Liquid reserves28.0 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +17.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 3
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| LISA BRAVERMAN | DEAN | 40 | $413K |
| GARRETT MCGUIRE TABB | DIRECTOR OF BUDGET AND FIN | 40 | $212K |
| ANDREA BROWN | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF DEVT | 40 | $49K |
board members · 14
- BEATRIZ DE LA TORRE — MEMBER
- BLAKE FOOTE — CHAIRPERSON
- BRENNON MARCANO — MEMBER
- DEBBIE ROSEN — MEMBER
- DONATUS ANUSIONWU — MEMBER
- JASON KUBICA — TREASURER
- JAY LANDAUER — MEMBER
- JOEL COHEN — VICE CHAIRMAN
- LEA KILRAINE — MEMBER
- NADINE MARTIN — MEMBER
- NATALIE GREEN GILES — MEMBER
- PAMELA BRIER — MEMBER
- PATTI LIEBERMAN — TRUSTEE
- STEPHANIE BENJAMIN — MEMBER
relationships · 10
Who they work with
- Andrea M. Brown Partner — Primary contact for corporate and foundation partnerships, planned giving, and in-kind donations.
- CITY UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK Government — Supports the School of Professional Studies, a constituent unit of CUNY.
- CUNY Building Performance Lab (BPL) Partner — Collaborates with ILS on the Energy Management Institute training program.
- CUNY Chancellor's Office Government — Underwrites the Multi-Year Anti-Hate Initiative sponsored by the Committee on Institutional Equity and Diversity.
- CUNY School of Professional Studies Partner — Primary beneficiary and institutional partner of the Foundation; the Foundation exists to support its educational and charitable mission.
- City University of New York Network — Member institution delivering online education within the CUNY system.
- Citywide Training Center (CTC) Partner — Collaborates with ILS on the Energy Management Institute training program.
- Danelle McClanahan Government — Title IX Coordinator/ADA-504 Coordinator at CUNY School of Professional Studies responsible for compliance with non-discrimination and accessibility laws.
- Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) Partner — Collaborates with ILS on the Energy Management Institute training program for city staff.
- U.S. News & World Report Network — Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as #9 in the nation for Best Online Bachelor’s Degree Programs.
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.
- Equity-Embedded Institutional Systemsmethodology: institutional_equity_integrationBy standardizing non-discriminatory practices in employment and embedding equity into institutional culture, the foundation fosters inclusion and belonging because systemic integration of equity principles reduces bias and strengthens organizational identity around diversity and fairness.
- Evidence-Informed Institutional Improvementmethodology: evidence_informed_improvementBy using data and research to guide decisions, the foundation improves student outcomes and program effectiveness because continuous feedback loops enable responsive, accountable, and equitable enhancements to teaching, learning, and services.
- Financial Aid as a Lever for Degree Completionmethodology: financial_aid_completion_modelBy providing scholarships and financial aid to non-traditional students, the foundation reduces economic barriers to education, thereby increasing access and degree completion rates because financial support addresses a primary structural obstacle for adult and economically disadvantaged learners.
- Flexible and Online Learning for Adult Learner Accessibilitymethodology: flexible_online_access_modelBy delivering education through online, asynchronous, and blended formats, the foundation increases access and persistence for working adults because flexible scheduling and remote engagement accommodate the competing personal and professional responsibilities that often hinder traditional enrollment.
- Workforce-Aligned Academic Partnershipsmethodology: workforce_partnership_modelBy co-developing academic and training programs with industry and education partners, the foundation enhances career advancement and workforce readiness because curricula are directly responsive to real-world skill demands and organizational needs.