named programs · 27 · from sources
What they call their work
Adventures in Animation
Stop-motion and digital animation class for grades 3-5 using props, green screens, and post-production techniques to create short films
Art Experiment
Creative arts class for grades 1-3 focusing on painting, drawing, sculpture, and imaginative expression
Art Naturally
Art and nature integration class for grades 1-5 involving drawing, sculpting, and crafts inspired by the natural world
Artist Playground
Mixed media arts class for grades 1-2 encouraging creative exploration with various materials
Audio Puppetry
Theatrical music class where students create puppets and record voices for a musical performance
Basketball
Afterschool basketball instruction for grades 4-5 focusing on fundamentals, drills, and teamwork
Capoeira
Afro-Brazilian martial art combining dance, music, and acrobatics for students in grades K-5
Cheerleading Team
Cheerleading instruction for grades 1-5 including dances, stunts, and gymnastics basics
Cheerleading Team (Alumni)
Advanced cheerleading class for grades 6-7, continuing from the elementary program
Chess NYC
Chess instruction for grades 1-5 grouped by skill level, emphasizing fun and strategic thinking
Cinematic Wizardry
Harry Potter-themed filmmaking class for grades 1-2 involving special effects, wand-making, and green screen magic
Dance Advance: Educational Dance Party
High-energy dance class integrating French language, music history, and cultural themes for grades 1-5
Dance Fusion
Versatile dance class for grades 1-5 featuring hip hop, theater jazz, and performance skills
Exploring Photography
Photography instruction for grades 1-5 using DSLR cameras, covering composition, lighting, and special effects
French Immersion
Full linguistic immersion in French for grades 1-5 taught by native speakers through interactive activities
Futsal
Indoor soccer variant for grades 1-2 emphasizing teamwork, accuracy, and fast reactions
Garden Buddies
Leadership and gardening program for 5th graders mentoring younger students in urban gardening
Gardening
Hands-on gardening workshop for grades 1-4 teaching organic practices, plant life cycles, and seasonal cultivation
Glee Club
Vocal music and performance class for grades 1-5 featuring popular songs and musical theater, culminating in a performance
Graphic Design
Digital design class for grades 3-5 using Adobe Photoshop to create images and design a custom t-shirt
Graphic Novel Reading Club
Literacy-focused club for grades 2-5 promoting reading enjoyment through graphic novels and manga
Improv Troupe
Theater improvisation workshop for grades 3-5 teaching ensemble skills and "Yes, and..." techniques
Into the Future
Imagination-based building and design class for grades 1-5 exploring future concepts like transportation and housing
Jiu-Jitsu
Children's martial arts program for grades 1-2 focusing on self-defense, coordination, and confidence
Jr. Acting Lab
Introductory theater class for grades 2-4 teaching voice, body, and ensemble-based storytelling
Jr. Journalism Club
Writing and storytelling class for grades 2-3 covering news articles, interviews, and publication of a class magazine
Junk Journaling
Art journaling class for grades 3-5 using recycled materials for creative and therapeutic self-expression
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Financial Aid and Scholarship Access Programs 1 activity
- Administer financial assistance and fee discountsProvides partial or full scholarships and a 10% sibling discount on membership fees to increase access to the afterschool program, with financial assistance available annually to qualifying families.
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Comprehensive Student Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Deliver specialty enrichment classes in arts, STEM, sports, and languagesOffers lottery-based specialty classes in visual and performing arts, STEM (including stop-motion animation, photography, and film production), sports, gardening, and languages for enrolled students in grades K–5, with structured enrollment and annual registration periods.
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Community Safety and Conduct Enforcement 1 activity
- Maintain behavioral standards and community conductImplements and enforces the PS 107 Community Standards as a code of conduct within the afterschool program, providing behavioral support and applying structured consequences, including potential dismissal for noncompliance.
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Structured Student Enrollment Process 1 activity
- Manage enrollment and program administrationOperates an annual enrollment cycle with online registration, a $125 non-refundable fee per child, and a lottery system for specialty class placements, concluding programming at the end of each academic year.
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After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Operate afterschool care and educational programming for PS 107 studentsProvides daily afterschool care from 2:35 PM to 5:55 PM for students in grades Pre-K–5 at P.S. 107 in Kings County, NY, including homework support, supervised free play, snack, and structured recreational and educational activities during the academic year.
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Before and After School Childcare 1 activity
- Provide flexible membership and drop-in emergency childcareOffers flexible participation options including 1-day, 2-day, and 3-5-day weekly memberships, as well as drop-in emergency childcare for registered families, with children engaging in Homework Hall and supervised free play during visits.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$1.49M
Contributions & grants$4K0%
Program service revenue$1.48M100%
Investment income$540%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$1.20M
Program expenses89%
Admin / overhead11%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$836K
Grants paid out$7K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$756K
Cash$747K
Investments$0
Liabilities$3K
Net assets$753K
Liquid reserves7.5 mo
4 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue +19.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| PAMELA ROSENBERG | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $83K |
board members · 7
- EDGAR DANIELS — TECHNOLOGY CHAIR
- ERICK IHLENBURG — VICE PRESIDENT
- EUNICE LEE — SECRETARY
- JAY RODRIGUEZ — CO-TREASURER
- JENNIFER MAY-REDDY — PRESIDENT
- KELLY MIRIAN — CO-TREASURER
- LINDSAY PUDAVICK — SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE
relationships · 17
Who they work with
- 6crickets Partner — Registration and enrollment platform used for family sign-up and drop-in day coordination.
- 6crickets Partner — Registration and payment processing partner for the afterschool program
- 6crickets Partner — Technology platform used for managing child schedules and class registration
- 6crickets Partner — Uses 6crickets as the online registration and management system for afterschool program enrollment.
- 6crickets.com Partner — Partners with 6crickets.com to manage the specialty class lottery and registration process
- Brooklyn Beanstalk Partner — Partner organization providing French language immersion instruction.
- CinemaKidz Partner — Partner organization providing film, animation, and media arts instruction for multiple specialty classes.
- Jonathan Blumberg Partner — Partner instructor teaching Gardening and Garden Buddies, sharing urban gardening knowledge with students.
- Marc Herstein Partner — Partner instructor leading Audio Puppetry and Dance Advance classes, bringing performance and music education expertise.
- P.S. 107 Partner — Hosts the organization's afterschool program for its students.
- PS 107 Partner — Collaborates with PS 107 to uphold shared Community Standards as the code of conduct in the afterschool program.
- PS 107 Partner — Hosts afterschool programs and coordinates joint closures for curriculum days, parent-teacher conferences, and other school events.
- PS 107 Partner — Hosts the afterschool program and provides facility space and staff participation.
- PS 107 Partner — Primary school community served by the afterschool program
- PS 107 John W. Kimball School Partner — Collaborates with PS 107 for student transition from school day to afterschool program and aligns with school policies including homework and attendance.
- PS 107 PTA Partner — Partners with PSACC as an affiliate organization.
- Romulo Leite Partner — Partner instructor teaching Capoeira and Futsal, bringing martial arts and soccer expertise.
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.
- Family-Driven Program Choice Supports Child-Centered Engagementmethodology: family-driven_program_choiceBy allowing families to choose between structured specialty classes and supervised free play based on their child’s needs and energy levels, the organization increases meaningful participation and well-being because programming aligns with individual developmental rhythms and family preferences.
- Lottery-Based Assignment Promotes Equitable Accessmethodology: equitable_access_via_lotteryBy using a lottery system to assign children to specialty classes, the organization ensures fair and unbiased access to limited-space programs across domains like arts, STEM, and wellness, because randomization removes preferential allocation and supports inclusion regardless of background or resources.
- Parent-Led Governance Ensures Community Alignmentmethodology: parent-led_governanceBy structuring governance around volunteer parents of enrolled students, the organization ensures decision-making reflects community needs and maintains stakeholder trust, which strengthens program relevance and engagement because leadership is directly accountable to families.