named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Halloween Window Painting Contest
Youth art event encouraging creative expression and community participation
Merit Badge Mornings
Workshops for youth, such as Pets and Dog Care led by a veterinarian
Student Leader Meetings
Forums for teens to develop leadership skills and plan center activities
WhatsApp Wednesdays
Intergenerational program pairing teens with senior citizens to provide cell phone usage tips
Youth-Led Basketball Skills Camp
Annual camp for ages 9–18 led by student organizers and local athletes
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Community arts and seasonal events for youthHosts seasonal community events such as the Halloween window painting contest, which engaged participants from October 27–29, 2023, promoting youth creativity and community involvement.
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Historic Site Public Programming 1 activity
- Community historical trail access and engagementServes as the trailhead for the New Berlin Historical Trail, supporting public access and community engagement, as demonstrated by the unveiling event on May 6, 2023, attended by over 50 hikers.
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Humane Education and Responsible Pet Ownership 1 activity
- Educational workshops for youthHosts educational events such as “Merit Badge Mornings,” including a session on Pets and Dog Care led by a licensed veterinarian, beginning June 24, 2023, to support youth learning and skill development.
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Intergenerational Connection Programs 1 activity
- Intergenerational connection and technology assistance programFacilitates "WhatsApp Wednesdays," a recurring program in which youth assist senior citizens with cell phone usage, fostering intergenerational relationships and digital literacy.
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Youth Leadership Development Programs 1 activity
- Youth leadership development through student-led programmingProvides ongoing student-led programming that fosters youth leadership development, including organizing and managing events and activities. This includes youth leadership roles in registration and care during programs such as the basketball skills camp.
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Youth Basketball Development Programs 1 activity
- Youth sports and recreation programmingOperates a basketball skills camp for youth ages 9–18, held in June 2023, led by community members and supported by youth leadership. Also hosts recurring teen open houses and special events for youth engagement.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$32K
Contributions & grants$12K37%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$20K63%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$239K
Program expenses22%
Admin / overhead78%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$0
Cash$236
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$0
Liquid reserves0.0 mo
2 years on record · 2023–2024 · YoY revenue +162.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 4
- KEVIN PHILLIPS — PRESIDENT
- LORI WILSON — TRUSTEE
- ROSARIO BAIO — VICE-PRESIDENT
- SARAH PHILLIPS — SECRETARY/TREASURER
relationships · 3
Who they work with
- Leadership Development Institute of ILDUSA Partner — Partnered on summer academic internships in 2022 for youth leadership development.
- New Berlin Scout Troop 61 Partner — Partnered with Scout Troop 61 for the Millbrook Encampment and unveiling of the New Berlin Historical Trail.
- UVCS Partner — Collaborated with UVCS players to lead the NBYC Basketball Skills Camp.
strategies · 2
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.
- Student-Led Programming for Youth Empowerment 115 orgsmethodology: student-led_programmingBy enabling students to lead their own programs and initiatives, the organization fosters youth leadership, personal growth, and a sense of ownership, because peer-driven engagement increases motivation and builds real-world skills.shared approach: Youth-Led Experiential Development →
- Intergenerational Mentorship to Bridge Digital and Social Gaps 62 orgsmethodology: intergenerational-mentorshipBy pairing youth with senior citizens in technology mentorship roles, the organization addresses digital literacy and isolation on both sides, because reciprocal learning builds empathy, skills exchange, and community cohesion.shared approach: Intergenerational Connection →