Charter School Expansion

Organizes and carries out on-the-ground relief missions to Ukraine, delivering food, medical supplies, hygiene items, modular housing units, and industrial heaters. Between multiple missions, delivered over 200 tons of aid and more than 1,000 heaters with generators, providing heating for an estimated 250,000 people.

Finances the creation of documentary films for public education, including funding for the production of "Out of the Darkness," which explores New York's recovery and rebuilding after September 11th.

Organizes and hosts a fellowship series that brings global guest speakers together with college-aged students to discuss current issues and events, aimed at educating and empowering emerging leaders.

Organizes and promotes the Footballs for Freedom campaign, including a nationwide van tour to collect and deliver 500 American footballs from U.S. teams to Kyiv, Ukraine, as a symbolic gesture of solidarity.

Advocated for the 2023 legislative deal to reopen inactive charter schools in New York City, engaging in policy efforts to expand educational options and accountability.

Produces and publishes research reports analyzing historical and structural aspects of public education, such as the 2023 report "Dysfunction Junction: A History of NYC Schools Before Mayoral Accountability," which critiques decentralized school governance.

Engages in public policy development and research to educate the public on education reforms in New York, disseminating findings through publications, media, and outreach to teachers, parents, policymakers, and the general public to advance student interests.

Supported candidates in six New York City Council races, contributing to electoral efforts focused on education reform, with five of the supported candidates winning their Democratic primaries.

Implements a structured academic program that includes phonics-based literacy, early instruction in history, geography, and Catholic faith, science education with textual and hands-on learning, and a pathway to Algebra 1 by eighth grade. Writing is taught as a tool for thinking, and daily character and values education is embedded from Kindergarten through eighth grade.

Provides financial support in the form of scholarships, academic and enrichment programming, and general operating funds to elementary and high schools beyond its own managed network, as reported in IRS-990 filings.

Runs mentoring initiatives such as the Stand Together Dads Mentoring Program and hosts cultural events like Juneteenth celebrations to strengthen community ties and integrate diverse histories into school life.

Manages a network of Catholic PreK–8th grade schools in the Bronx, Harlem, Cleveland, and Toledo, providing free private education focused on academic excellence, character development, and long-term student success. The organization operates seven schools in New York and four in Cleveland, with plans and expansions reflecting ongoing operational commitment.

Offers centralized administrative, educational, and operational services—including capital improvements—to partner schools in the Diocese of Cleveland, leveraging economies of scale to enhance efficiency and resource utilization.

Provides guidance and preparation for students to gain admission to top-tier high schools and prepares them for long-term academic success, including college readiness. Alumni report successful transitions and lasting impact from their education.

Provides comprehensive elementary education primarily to students from disadvantaged backgrounds in Upper Manhattan and the Bronx, with enrollment open on a rolling basis to families including those experiencing housing instability or requiring special education services.

Involves staff actively in shaping the school community through daily participation in educational and organizational activities.

Completes educational programming with the graduation of 5th-grade students and continues to engage with alumni after graduation.

Organizes events such as Career Day to support student development and engagement, and resumes educational programming after breaks as part of regular academic operations.