irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $92KUSA MATHEMATICAL TALENT SEARCH (USAMTS)- IS A NATIONAL MATH COMPETITION FOR MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS TO PROMOTE ADVANCED MATHEMATICAL PROBLEM-SOLVING SKILLS AND EDUCATION. THE USAMTS ENCOURAGES STUDENTS TO LEARN ADVANCED MATHEMATICAL WRITING SKILLS. THE USAMTS COMPETITION IS OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC. ON AVERAGE A TOTAL OF 600 TO 700 MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN THE USAMTS.
named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
Bridge to Enter Advanced Mathematics (BEAM)
Comprehensive program serving students from middle school through college with free summer math camps, year-round enrichment, academic advising, college access support, and STEM career connections. Targets students from low-income communities with high potential in mathematics.
USA Mathematical Talent Search (USAMTS)
National math competition open to all U.S. middle and high school students. Students have one month per round to solve proof-based problems and receive individual feedback. Promotes deep mathematical thinking and technical writing skills.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Hands-On STEM Education Programs 1 activity
- Deliver BEAM math enrichment and academic support programsOperates the Bridge to Enter Advanced Mathematics (BEAM) program, offering advanced mathematics summer camps for rising 7th and 8th graders, year-round math enrichment, academic advising, STEM and career exploration, and application support for high school and college STEM programs. Programs are provided at no cost to students and families.
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Mathematics Curriculum Implementation and Enrichment 1 activity
- Operate USA Mathematical Talent Search (USAMTS)Administers a free, proof-based national mathematics competition for middle and high school students, consisting of three rounds with five problems each, where participants have approximately one month per round to solve problems and provide written justifications; students receive individualized feedback on their reasoning and proof-writing. The program serves 600–700 participants annually.
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Student Career Readiness and Internship Placement 1 activity
- Provide college-to-career STEM advising and networking supportOffers advising and networking services to BEAM students who are STEM majors in college, helping them access research opportunities, internships, and careers in STEM fields.
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STEM Education Program Support 1 activity
- Provide fiscal sponsorship to local math programsOffers fiscal sponsorship to math circles and clubs across the United States through the Local Programs Initiative, supporting local capacity in advanced mathematics education.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Conduct research on BEAM student outcomesConducts and reports research showing that BEAM students are 1.4 times more likely to major in STEM compared to a control group, with strong representation in quantitative fields such as physics, economics, engineering, and mathematics.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$11.78M
Contributions & grants$11.56M98%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$220K2%
Other revenue$105
expenses
Total expenses$8.68M
Program expenses75%
Admin / overhead15%
Fundraising11%
Salaries & benefits$6.15M
Grants paid out$119K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$19.44M
Cash$14.89M
Investments$0
Liabilities$396K
Net assets$19.04M
Liquid reserves20.6 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +14.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 7
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DANIEL ZAHAROPOL | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER | 40 | $245K |
| FELIX FLORES | CHIEF GROWTH OFFICER- FMR | 40 | $200K |
| MELISSA GILLIS | CHIEF ADVANCEMENT OFFICER | 40 | $195K |
| SAMIR BOLAR | CHIEF PROGRAM OFFICER | 40 | $190K |
| BETANIA TIBURCIO | CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER | 40 | $181K |
| RICHARD IANDOLI | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER | 40 | $176K |
| LYNN CARTWRIGHT-PUNNETT | SENIOR DIRECTOR, PROGRAM DESIGN | 40 | $145K |
board members · 13
- DARRYL HILL EDD — SECRETARY
- EDRAY GOINS PHD — CHAIR
- JEFF HOFFMAN — DIRECTOR
- KEN BARON PHD — VICE CHAIR
- KIRAN KEDLAYA PHD — DIRECTOR
- KRISTIN KEARNS-JORDAN — DIRECTOR
- LENNIN ANTUNISH — DIRECTOR
- NANAYAA DADSON PHD — TREASURER
- NIKKI HO-SHING — DIRECTOR
- PRASHANT LAL — DIRECTOR
- RICHARD RUSCZYK — DIRECTOR
- SANDOR LEHOCZKY — DIRECTOR
- SUSAN WILDSTROM — DIRECTOR
relationships · 10
Who they work with
- Art of Problem Solving (AoPS) Partner — Provides support to The Art of Problem Solving Initiative, including resources and operational backing.
- BEAM Partner — Supports BEAM by facilitating donations to its programs.
- Bard College Partner — Hosts BEAM's flagship summer program on its campus.
- Bridge to Enter Advanced Mathematics Partner — Program operated by the AoPS Initiative to support students with high potential in math and science.
- Bridge to Enter Advanced Mathematics (BEAM) Partner — Collaborative program through which supporters' impact on students in mathematics is tracked and shared.
- Bridge to Enter Advanced Mathematics (BEAM) Partner — Main project of The Art of Problem Solving Initiative focused on expanding STEM opportunities for students from low-income communities.
- National Security Agency Government — Sponsors the USA Mathematical Talent Search, which is run by The Art of Problem Solving Initiative.
- USA Mathematical Talent Search Partner — Program operated by the AoPS Initiative to provide a free, proof-based, national math contest.
- USA Mathematical Talent Search (USAMTS) Partner — Collaborative program through which supporters' impact on students in mathematics is tracked and shared.
- USAMTS Partner — Facilitates donations to the USA Mathematical Talent Search (USAMTS) program.
strategies · 4
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.
- Access-Oriented Talent Developmentmethodology: access-oriented talent developmentBy identifying mathematically talented students in underserved communities and providing them with advanced educational opportunities, we close equity gaps in STEM, because lack of access — not lack of talent — is the primary barrier to advancement.
- Deep Problem-Solving Through Reduced Time Pressuremethodology: deep-problem-solvingBy removing time constraints from math problem-solving, we foster deeper mathematical reasoning and proof-writing skills, because time pressure inhibits the development of rigorous thinking and conceptual mastery.
- Mathematical Writing as a Tool for Reasoningmethodology: mathematical_writing_and_reasoningBy requiring written justifications for problem solutions, we develop deeper mathematical thinking and communication skills, because articulating logic in writing strengthens conceptual understanding and precision.
- Student Choice to Deepen Engagementmethodology: student_choiceBy allowing students to choose their own courses, we increase engagement and deepen learning in advanced mathematics, because autonomy in learning fosters ownership, persistence, and intrinsic motivation.