irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2023
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $2.32MCAMP OPERATIONS: THE COUNCIL'S CAMP KAUFMANN IN DUTCHESS COUNTY, NY PROVIDES OUTDOOR EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS. GREAT STEPS WERE MADE IN SECURING FUNDING TO BUILD A NEW DINING HALL AND EXPERIENCE CENTER TITLED "GIRL HQ". THIS BUILDING HAS INCREASED THE CAMP'S OVERALL CAPACITY - MAKING CAMP ACCESSIBLE TO MORE GIRL SCOUTS. THE BUILDING WAS PLACED IN SERVICE IN MARCH 2024. A CAPITAL CAMPAIGN IS ONGOING TO ASSIST WITH THE FUNDING OF THE BUILDING.
- #2 $756KVOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: THE GIRL SCOUT LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE ADVANCES THE DEVELOPMENT OF 5 SHORT-TERM OUTCOMES FOR GIRLS INCLUDING STRONG SENSE OF SELF, POSITIVE VALUES, CHALLENGE SEEKING, HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS, AND COMMUNITY PROBLEM SOLVING. THE LONG-TERM OUTCOME OF THE EXPERIENCE IS BUILDING GIRLS OF COURAGE, CONFIDENCE, AND CHARACTER WHO MAKE THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE. THROUGH THE COUNCIL'S VOLUNTEER CORPS OF OVER 4,319 ADULTS THEY WERE ABLE TO SERVE GIRL SCOUTS IN EVERY ZIP CODE ACROSS THE FIVE BOROUGHS OF NYC. VOLUNTEERS PARTICIPATED IN TRAINING IN PROGRAM DELIVERY, AS WELL AS INCLUSION, AND MENTAL HEALTH, TO ENHANCE THEIR KNOWLEDGE OF THE GIRL SCOUT SCOUT LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE AND ABILITY TO PROVIDE GIRLS WITH S.T.E.M., BUSINESS AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP, OUTDOORS, AND LIFE SKILLS EXPERIENCES.
named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Camp Operations
Provides outdoor educational programs at Camp Kaufmann in Dutchess County, NY, including expanded capacity through the new "Girl HQ" dining and experience center
Girl Scout Cookie Program
Youth entrepreneurship initiative where girls sell cookies to develop financial literacy, goal setting, and business skills
Volunteer Opportunities
Engages over 4,300 adult volunteers to deliver Girl Scout programming across NYC, including training in STEM, business, outdoors, and mental health
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Girls' Mentorship and Leadership Development 3 activities
- Distributes free activity guides to promote girls' leadership and civic engagementProduces and distributes a free activity guide for International Day of the Girl to encourage leadership development and civic participation among girls.
- Manages girl enrollment and uniform distributionOffers enrollment opportunities for girls to join Girl Scouts and provides hand-pressed, customized uniform items to support identity and belonging within the organization.
- Operates the annual Girl Scout Cookie Program as an entrepreneurial learning experienceRuns the Girl Scout Cookie Program each year, enabling girls to develop business and financial literacy skills through hands-on entrepreneurship.
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Youth Scouting Leadership Programs 1 activity
- Delivers Girl Scout Leadership Experience programs through trained volunteersEngages over 4,319 adult volunteers across New York City's five boroughs to deliver programming in STEM, business, outdoor skills, and life skills, with training in inclusion and mental health to support girls' development.
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Library and Community Facility Renovation 1 activity
- Expands camp infrastructure to increase accessibility and capacityBuilt and placed into service a new dining hall and experience center called "Girl HQ" at Camp Kaufmann in Dutchess County, NY, improving facilities and access for Girl Scouts.
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Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
- Hosts virtual and in-person camp information and leadership eventsOrganizes virtual information sessions about sleepaway camp opportunities and resumes in-person events including biannual leader retreats with over 45 workshops for volunteers, enhancing engagement and program delivery.
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Volunteer and Professional Training Programs 1 activity
- Offers volunteer recruitment and training programsProvides opportunities for adult volunteers to engage with the organization, including First Aid and CPR training, and delivers training in inclusion and mental health to support program delivery.
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Hands-On STEM Education Programs 1 activity
- Provides STEM programming for young girls through badge-focused activitiesOffers STEM-based badge programs for Daisies and Brownies, including mechanical engineering projects, to foster early interest in science and technology.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$9.89M
Contributions & grants$4.68M47%
Program service revenue$327K3%
Investment income$452K5%
Other revenue$4.44M
expenses
Total expenses$11.86M
Program expenses76%
Admin / overhead13%
Fundraising10%
Salaries & benefits$6.07M
Grants paid out$982K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$26.78M
Cash$921K
Investments$8.04M
Liabilities$13.71M
Net assets$13.07M
Liquid reserves9.1 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue +7.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
paid leadership · 9
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meridith Maskara | Chief Executive Officer | 40 | $258K |
| James Van Bramer | Chief Growth & Strategic Partnerships Officer | 40 | $220K |
| Alexis Eggleton | Vice President, Advancement (Left 11/2023) | 40 | $196K |
| Karen Lundgard | Chief Operating Officer | 40 | $178K |
| Zuhey Perallon | Vice President, Human Resources | 40 | $158K |
| Maggie Vasquez | VP of Girl Leadership Experience | 40 | $134K |
| Allison Diperte | Director, Corporate and Foundation Relations | 40 | $127K |
| Matthew Coquard-Wallace | Vice President, Marketing | 40 | $111K |
| Florence Buckley | Board Member | 5 | $10K |
board members · 16
- Adebola Osakwe — Board Member
- Alyssa Moeder — Vice-President
- Amanda Persaud — Board Member
- Amani Duncan — Board Member
- Belanne Ungarelli — Board Member
- Brittany Bragg — Board Member
- Davia Temin — Board Member
- Dawn McEvoy — Board Member
- Debra Gregory — Board Member
- Elizabeth Davis — Board Member
- Erica Lacerenza — Board Member
- Grace-Ann Baker — Board Member
- Joanne Minieri — Board Member
- Juliana Prather — Board Member
- Kerry Tatlock — Vice-President
- Kim Bourne — Treasurer
relationships · 3
Who they work with
- Camp Kaufmann Partner — Camp facility in Dutchess County, NY used for outdoor educational programs and leadership retreats for Girl Scouts and volunteers.
- Girl Scouts of Greater NY Inc Network — Operates as part of the Girl Scout Shop network supporting council-level activities.
- International Day of the Girl Partner — Collaborates around International Day of the Girl by offering themed programming and resources.
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.
- Leadership Development Through Holistic Skill Buildingmethodology: leadership-development-modelBy cultivating short-term outcomes like a strong sense of self, positive values, challenge seeking, and community problem solving, the organization builds long-term character, agency, and leadership capacity in girls because these incremental developmental milestones create a foundation for lifelong leadership.
- Mission-Aligned Revenue Generationmethodology: mission-aligned retailBy using product sales to advance the mission, the organization funds and extends its reach in building courage, confidence, and character in girls because revenue-generating activities are directly tied to program delivery and participant development rather than being commercially driven.
- Personal Development Through Self-Discovery and Aspiration Settingmethodology: personal-development-through-self-discoveryBy supporting girls’ self-discovery and future aspirations, the organization fosters personal development because reflective exploration of identity and goals strengthens internal motivation and direction, which are prerequisites for confidence and leadership.
- Program Diversity as Engagement Strategymethodology: diverse-programmingBy offering diverse programming in areas such as STEM and outdoor education, the organization sustains engagement among girls with varied interests because access to multiple domains increases the likelihood of meaningful participation and skill development.
- Volunteer Capacity Building for Program Qualitymethodology: volunteer-training-inclusion-and-mental-healthBy training adult volunteers in inclusion and mental health, the organization enhances the quality and impact of its leadership programs because well-prepared adults are better equipped to support holistic girl development across emotional, social, and educational domains.