2025-01-21T13:28:39Z 2024-12-31 990EZ 2024-01-01 812909627 DEAR BLACK GIRL INCORPORATED DEAR 3476648049 2029 Lafontaine Avenue 3B Bronx NY 10457 Cassandra Pryor Executive Director 3476648049 2025-01-20 2024 2024-10-15 13:58:12Z X www.dearblackgirl.org X X NonProfit 184756 X 184756 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 184756 0 0 0 42165 37692 96425 176282 8474 0 8474 0 8474 0 8474 0 8474 In 2024, Dear Black Girl Incorporated achieved a 44% growth in program participation, furthering its mission to empower disenfranchised youth with a focus on Black girls. The organization expanded its offerings to include yoga and self-defense classes as part of the Heal to Hip Hop program, promoting mental and physical well-being for participants. All programs were provided free of charge, benefiting community members aged 3 to 60. The Girl Talk program, a healing-centered group therapy initiative, addressed mental health topics such as anxiety, self-doubt, and grief, creating safe spaces for Black and Brown girls to heal and grow. Additionally, the organization enhanced its outreach efforts through exposure to arts and physical movement, offering tools for holistic healing and personal development. These services impacted participants' confidence, social skills, and overall well-being, contributing to stronger families and communities. With the support of six dedicated volunteers, Heal to Hip Hop This program offers dance, mindfulness yoga, and self-defense to promote mental and physical well-being. In 2024, Heal to Hip Hop served 56 participants, fostering community engagement and building a strong sisterhood. The program also provided a safe and inclusive space for LGBTQ+ individuals, some of whom led sessions, further emphasizing inclusivity and empowerment. Participants ranged from youth to adults, strengthening bonds across generations. 45000 45000 The Literation Project This financial literacy program combines a book club with practical lessons on the fundamentals of saving, budgeting, and finance. It also aims to improve reading comprehension and critical thinking. In 2024, the project hosted three cohorts, serving a total of 30 participants. By engaging participants in both financial education and reading improvement, the program enhanced their personal and economic empowerment. 15000 15000 Girl Talk Girl Talk provides mental health therapy, holistic healing approaches, and life coaching for students in disenfranchised communities, with a focus on Bronx School District 9. Services include group therapy in-office, school-based sessions, and monthly virtual check-ins via Zoom. In 2024, the program served 32 participants, addressing critical mental health needs like anxiety, grief, and imposter syndrome, while equipping participants with tools for emotional growth and resilience. 36425 36425 96425 Cassandra Pryor Executive Director 40.00 24800 0 0 false false false false false 0 false false 0 0 0 false false NY Cassandra Pryor 2029 LaFontaine Avenue 3B Bronx NY 10457 3476648049 false false false false false false false false false false false NONE 0 NONE 0 true X 0 0 0 0 25000 25000 25000 50000 175800 300800 25000 25000 25000 50000 175800 300800 300800 300800 1.00000 0.00000 X Part II, line 10 Dear Black Girl Incorporated did not engage in lobbying activities during the tax year. Part II, line 17a or 17b Dear Black Girl Incorporated did not have any relationships with other tax-exempt organizations for shared activities or oversight during the tax. Part III, line 1 Dear Black Girl Incorporated did not discontinue any programs during the tax year Part IV, Section A Dear Black Girl Incorporated did not participate in any political campaign activities. Part IV, Section B Line 1 The organization did not make taxable distributions under Section 4966 Part IV, Section B Line 2 The organization did not engage in excess benefit transactions with disqualified persons. Part IV, Section C Line 1 Dear Black Girl Incorporated did not have any financial accounts in foreign countries during the tax year Part IV, Section D Line 2 The organization did not receive or hold funds in a donor-advised fund. Part IV, Section D Line 3 Dear Black Girl Incorporated does not sponsor other organizations or entities. Part IV, Section E Line 1c The organization does not have an endowment fund. Part IV, Section E Line 2a/2b Dear Black Girl Incorporated does not hold or collect art, historical treasures, or similar assets. Part IV, Section E Line 3a/3b The organization does not have any escrow or custodial arrangements. Part V, Section B Line 1e The organization did not make payments subject to backup withholding. Part V, Section D Line 5 and 6 The organization does not compensate any officers, directors, or key employees. Part V, Section D Line 8 Dear Black Girl Incorporated paid $42,165.99 to independent contractors during the tax year for program-related services. Part V, Section E Line 2 Form 990 is available to the public upon request at the organizations primary office and via GuideStar Part V, Section E Line 5 Dear Black Girl Incorporated does not have any controlled entities with CEOs or other executives Part V, Section E Line 6 The organization does not have any interests in taxable partnerships. Part V: Statements Regarding Other IRS Filings Line 1 The organization did not file Forms W-2 or W-3 as it has no employees. Section A, Line 11a/11b/11c The organization did not provide any grants or assistance to foreign organizations or individuals. Section A, Line 2 Dear Black Girl Incorporated did not engage in lobbying activities Section A, Line 3b/3c The organization did not generate unrelated business income during the tax year. Section A, Line 4b/4c The organization conducted public fundraising activities, including online donation campaigns and direct outreach, to support its programs. Section A, Line 5a Dear Black Girl Incorporated did not conduct any gaming activities during the tax year. Section A, Line 6 Dear Black Girl Incorporated did not make grants to individuals. Section A, Line 9a/9b/9c Dear Black Girl Incorporated did not hold or receive any conservation easements. RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED Part I, Line 10 Dear Black Girl Incorporated did not issue any grants or similar payments to individuals or organizations during the tax year. All program expenses reported were used directly to support and deliver services provided free of charge to the community. Part I, Line 16 The total amount of $96,425.08 reported under "Other Expenses" represents program-related costs directly associated with the delivery of services. These expenses include supplies, materials, incentives, and resources required to facilitate the free programs offered by Dear Black Girl Incorporated, such as Girl Talk, Heal to Hip Hop, yoga, self-defense classes, and other community initiatives. These programs are provided at no cost to participants and are critical to fulfilling the organizations mission of empowering disenfranchised youth and fostering community well-being. Part I, Line 8 Dear Black Girl Incorporated does not have any employees. Instead, the organization engages independent contractors to facilitate program activities and provide necessary services. Total payments to independent contractors for the tax year amounted to $42,165.99. These payments are reported under program services and other expense categories as applicable.