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STUDENT ASSOCIATION OF BINGHAMTON UNIVERSITY INC

BINGHAMTON, NY · EIN 371763665 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE B99 · Education · Medium ($1M-$10M) · binghamtonsa.org
revenue
$5.1M
expenses
$5.3M
net assets
$3.9M
employees
149
volunteers
1,000
program ratio
74%
mission · from form 990

TO SUPPORT AND ENHANCE EDUCATION

profile · synthesized from sources

Student Association of Binghamton University Inc is the undergraduate student government at Binghamton University, SUNY. It represents student interests to university administration, allocates funding to student organizations, and oversees programming, advocacy, and services that enhance campus life. The organization operates through elected executive and legislative leaders who manage initiatives in mental health, diversity, transportation, dining, and student engagement.

named programs · 6 · from sources

What they call their work

Alumni of Color Networking Dinner
Networking event connecting students of color with alumni and professionals to support career development and community building
Club Carnival / UFest
Annual event allowing student organizations to table and recruit members; organized by the Student Association to promote student involvement
Multicultural Extravaganza
Large-scale cultural celebration featuring over 40 student cultural organizations; promotes diversity and inclusion on campus
OCCT Transportation System
Student-run bus service providing transportation for on- and off-campus students; managed with input from SA leadership
Own The Night
Immersive educational event teaching students about safety in social settings, particularly related to substance use and consent
Regalia Project
Initiative that collects and donates gently used graduation regalia to students in need through the Trio Office
activities · 5 groups

What they do

  • Student Government Representation 2 activities
    • Administering Student Association governance and finances
      Operates an executive board of elected student leaders and establishes financial policy for the Student Association, including approving all expenditures and requiring E-Board officers to dedicate at least 25 hours per week to their duties during academic terms.
    • Representing and advocating for undergraduate students
      Represents the interests of undergraduate students across the Binghamton University campus through formal advocacy efforts, including historical campaigns against tuition increases and for student governance, as well as modern initiatives like launching the Women of Color Summit.
  • Student Club and Organization Support 2 activities
    • Chartering and supporting student organizations
      Charters and provides ongoing support to student clubs and organizations at Binghamton University, including organizing events like the Club Carnival and "Org Mixer" to foster collaboration among over 25 to 50 student groups. Maintains engagement through required participation in annual leadership and transition events.
    • Operating student programming and campus events
      Plans, organizes, and hosts a wide range of campus events—including concerts, cultural celebrations like the Multicultural Extravaganza, and professional development summits—through a student programming board with 25 leadership positions and multiple committees, informed by semesterly student surveys.
  • Student Organization Funding and Support 2 activities
    • Funding student organizations and events
      Acts as the primary funding body for hundreds of student clubs and organizations through sponsorship of events and activities, using a formal application process to support initiatives that promote student success and workforce development.
    • Operating and funding student-run businesses
      Funds and operates businesses that support student life at Binghamton University, contributing to the financial and operational infrastructure of the Student Association.
  • Leadership Development Programs 1 activity
    • Providing student leadership development and capacity building
      Offers leadership development through programs like the Road Map Internship, monthly workshops for multicultural organization leaders, and annual conferences that build management skills and cross-organizational relationships.
  • Uncategorized 2 activities
    • Enhancing student orientation and community building
      Launched an extended orientation program for undergraduate and graduate international students to build community and peer connections, and revitalized initiatives like the Regalia Project to support student inclusion and sustainability.
    • Supporting student veterans and underrepresented groups
      Chartered the Student Veterans of America chapter to create a support network for student veterans and organizes the Alumni of Color Networking Dinner to connect students with professional opportunities through partnerships with campus and alumni groups.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$5.13M
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$5.07M99%
Investment income$64K1%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$5.28M
Program expenses74%
Admin / overhead26%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$1.69M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$4.09M
Cash$3.44M
Investments$0
Liabilities$140K
Net assets$3.95M
Liquid reserves7.8 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +18.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 11
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
ORNELLA PANICCIA-HARVEY FINANCIAL DIREC 40 $92K
JENNIE ORTON Admin Assistant 40 $49K
CAITLIN MCMAHON PAST VPF 15 $9K
ATTICUS FAUCI VPP 15 $9K
BATIA RABIN PAST EVP 15 $8K
KARIZIA YAO PAST VPMA 15 $8K
MCKENZIE SKRASTINS President 15 $8K
KRISTINA DONDERS VPSS 15 $4K
NICHOLAS GINSBERG EVP 15 $2K
GABRIELA MEZA VPF 15 $775
JESTINA TAM VPMA 15 $286
board members · 1
  • IRENE CUI — SPEAKER
relationships · 28

Who they work with

  • ALFPA Partner — Endorsed Irene Cui for Vice President Council Representative
  • Alumni Association Partner — Collaborates with the Alumni Association on the Alumni of Color Networking Dinner.
  • Alzheimer’s Foundation of America on Campus Partner — Endorsed Blake Goldstein for President
  • B-Healthy Partner — Collaborates with B-Healthy’s Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs department on the "Party Safe" initiative.
  • Bartle Library Partner — Collaborates with Bartle Library representatives to create an archive for student organizations.
  • Binghamton Association of Mixed Students Partner — Endorsed Halina de Jong-Lambert and Irene Cui for Vice President for Programming and Vice President Council Representative, respectively
  • Binghamton Outdoors Club Partner — Endorsed Emily Landis for Vice President for Student Success
  • Binghamton University Government — Collaborates with university administrators and staff to execute programming and comply with venue and safety policies.
  • Binghamton University Government — Represents and advocates for undergraduate students within the university.
  • Binghamton University Government — Represents undergraduate students within the university environment.
  • Binghamton University Government — Student Association officers represent students on university-wide committees and in accordance with university policies.
  • CIW Council Partner — Previously served in the CIW Council and plans to strengthen collaboration between student groups and administration.
  • DOVE Partner — Held a leadership role in DOVE, contributing to advocacy efforts related to sexual assault awareness and prevention.
  • Financial Literacy for the Youth Executive Board Partner — Endorsed Blake Goldstein and Josephine Janas for Executive Vice President
  • Fleishman Partner — Collaborates with Fleishman on the Alumni of Color Networking Dinner.
  • Latin American Student Union Partner — Endorsed Irene Cui for Vice President Council Representative
  • MRC Partner — Partners with MRC to host the Women of Color Summit and monthly fireside chats.
  • Moot court club Partner — Endorsed Nina Thomas for Vice President for Finance
  • Mountain view Partner — Endorsed Nina Thomas for Vice President for Finance
  • OC3 Partner — Endorsed Farhat Naimey for Vice President for Multicultural Affairs
  • PLEO Partner — Endorsed Nina Thomas for Vice President for Finance
  • President Stenger Government — Collaborates with the university president's office through the Road Map Internship program.
  • SEEK Partner — Held a leadership role in SEEK, contributing to advocacy efforts within the Binghamton community.
  • SUNY Broome Partner — Partnered with SUNY Broome to launch the Women of Color Summit.
  • State University of New York Government — Student Association operates within SUNY Binghamton, which became part of the SUNY system in 1950.
  • VPF assistants Partner — Support the Vice President for Finance by handling financial inquiries and requests.
  • VPSS Office Partner — Office responsible for administering sponsorship requests for student events.
  • oSTEM Partner — Endorsed Irene Cui for Vice President Council Representative
strategies · 3

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.

  • Capacity Building Through Direct Support and Training
    methodology: capacity_building_model
    By providing financial literacy support, conflict resolution training, and leadership development, the organization strengthens student organizations’ sustainability and effectiveness, because equipping student leaders with practical skills fosters long-term organizational health and personal growth.
  • Student-Centered Programming Informed by Data and Inclusion
    methodology: student_centered_design
    By using student input, survey data, and co-sponsorship grants to shape event programming and funding decisions, the organization ensures events reflect diverse student interests and promote cross-organizational collaboration, because inclusive, data-driven design increases relevance, access, and participation.
  • Student-Led Governance as a Driver of Campus Change
    methodology: student_led_governance
    By structuring governance and leadership development around student-led initiatives, the organization enables students to shape their university experience and drive institutional change, because peer-led ownership increases engagement, accountability, and responsiveness to student needs.