ABYSSINIAN DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION

EIN: 133552154 501(c)(3)

NEW YORK, NY

Total Revenue
$31,927,796
Total Expenses
$23,209,578
Total Assets
$118,153,697
Net Assets
$19,657,543
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Organization Details

Formation Year
1989
Legal Domicile
NY
Principal Officer
PRINCESS PALMER
Phone
6464425999
Tax Period
2024-01-01 to 2024-12-31

ABYSSINIAN DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, founded in 1989, is a mid-sized nonprofit that reported $31.9M in total revenue in fiscal year 2024. Revenue surged 172% from the prior year, signaling strong growth momentum. The organization ran a surplus of $8.7M, a strong 27% operating margin.

Mission

A COMPREHENSIVE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION FOCUSED ON PROVIDING AFFORDABLE HOUSING TO LOW AND MODERATE INCOME FAMILIES AND SOCIAL SERVICES, PRINCIPALLY EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS IN THE AREAS OF COLLEGE/CAREER READINESS, STEM, AND DISTRICT-BASED INITIATIVES TO IMPROVE STUDENT OUTCOMES AND HOMEOWNERSHIP WORKSHOPS FOR FIRST-TIME HOME BUYERS.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $19,851,420 Revenue: $10,642,170

REAL ESTATE PROPERTIES THAT PROVIDE LOW TO MODERATE INCOME HOUSING AND TENANT SERVICES FOR THE HARLEM COMMUNITY OF NEW YORK CITY. OUR PORTFOLIO INCLUDES CLOSE TO 600 UNITS OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING, THE...

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REAL ESTATE PROPERTIES THAT PROVIDE LOW TO MODERATE INCOME HOUSING AND TENANT SERVICES FOR THE HARLEM COMMUNITY OF NEW YORK CITY. OUR PORTFOLIO INCLUDES CLOSE TO 600 UNITS OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING, THE MAJORITY OF WHICH QUALIFY FOR HOUSING ASSISTANCE PAYMENTS THROUGH VARIOUS FEDERAL AND LOCAL AGENCIES AND ABOUT 19,000 SQUARE FEE OF COMMERCIAL SPACE THAT'S LEASED TO COMMUNITY SMALL BUSINESSES. THE ORGANIZATION'S REAL ESTATE HOLDINGS ARE PRINCIPALLY STRUCTURED AS LOW INCOME HOUSING TAX CREDIT PARTNERSHIPS THAT ARE DESIGNED TO GENERATE DOLLAR-FOR-DOLLAR TAX CREDITS IN EXCHANGE FOR PRIVATE EQUITY INVESTMENTS IN THE DEVELOPMENT AND PRESERVATION OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING.

Program 2
Expenses: $633,952 Revenue: $234,970

OUR EDUCATION PLAN BRINGS A HOLISTIC APPROACH TO ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT THROUGH PARTNERSHIPS WITH TRADITIONAL PUBLIC SCHOOLS IN NEW YORK CITY' SCHOOL DISTRICT 5. OUR OBJECTIVE IS TO ENSURE THAT...

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OUR EDUCATION PLAN BRINGS A HOLISTIC APPROACH TO ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT THROUGH PARTNERSHIPS WITH TRADITIONAL PUBLIC SCHOOLS IN NEW YORK CITY' SCHOOL DISTRICT 5. OUR OBJECTIVE IS TO ENSURE THAT STUDENTS CAN LEARN, GROW AND EXCEL TO BE PREPARED FOR COLLEGE; FAMILIES ARE ENGAGED AS PARTNERS; AND FACULTY OPERATE AS A COMMUNITY OF LEADERS, SHARING BEST PRACTICES AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES. OUR DIRECT SERVICES INCLUDE COLLEGE/CAREER PREPARATORY SERVICES, STEM CLASSROOM CURRICULUM ENHANCEMENTS, AFTER-SCHOOL TUTORING TO SUPPORT STUDENTS PERFORMING JUST BELOW GRADE-LEVEL PROFICIENCY, AND CO-SPONSORING A DISTRICT-WIDE ANNUAL STEM EXPO.

Program 3
Expenses: $64,931 Revenue: $74,143

OUR HARLEM ECONOMIC LITERACY PROGRAM PROVIDES FINANCIAL LITERACY AND HOME-OWNERSHIP COUNSELING SERVICES TO FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYERS THROUGH WORKSHOP TRAINING, CASE MANAGEMENT SERVICES, AND GRANT...

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OUR HARLEM ECONOMIC LITERACY PROGRAM PROVIDES FINANCIAL LITERACY AND HOME-OWNERSHIP COUNSELING SERVICES TO FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYERS THROUGH WORKSHOP TRAINING, CASE MANAGEMENT SERVICES, AND GRANT APPLICATION ASSISTANCE.

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Liquidity (40%) • Solvency (30%) • Sustainability (20%) • Efficiency (10%)

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Financial Overview (2024)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $234,970
Program Service Revenue $10,716,313
Investment Income $20,614,509
Other Revenue $362,004
TOTAL REVENUE $31,927,796

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $0
Salaries & Benefits $2,657,721
Fundraising Expenses $111,529
Program Expenses $20,550,303
Other Expenses $20,551,857
TOTAL EXPENSES $23,209,578

Year-over-Year Comparison

2024 2023 Change
Revenue $31,927,796 $11,745,428 +1.7%
Expenses $23,209,578 $17,192,373 +0.3%
Net Income $8,718,218 $-5,446,945 -2.6%
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Grants to Organizations Grants to Individuals Lobbying Political Activity Foreign Activities Donor Advised Fund Schedule B Required
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Governance

Voting Members
10
Independent Members
10
Employees
24
Volunteers
N/A

Governance Policies

Conflict of Interest Policy
Whistleblower Policy
Document Retention Policy

Special Practices & Reported Activities

Operated a School
Operated a Hospital
Provided First Class Travel
Reported Conflict of Interest
Reported Asset Diversion
Excess Benefit Transaction
Made Political Expenditures
Engaged in Lobbying
Operated Donor Advised Fund
Maintained Art Collections
Filed Form 720

Compensation of Officers, Directors & Key Employees

Total Officers
1
$154,392
Total Directors
10
$0
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
DR CYNTHIA BARNES BOARD MEMBER 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
ALVIN VINSON TREASURER HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
DR DEBORAH ALLEN BOARD MEMBER 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
G ANTHONY ANDERSEN JOINT CHAIR OF REAL ESTATE & FINANCE COMM 2.50
Director
$0 $0 $0
LARRY DAIS CHAIR OF AUDIT COMMITTEE 1.50
Director
$0 $0 $0
DR SANDYE JOHNSON BOARD MEMBER 5.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
GERRI WARREN-MERRICK BOARD MEMBER 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
PHILIP ISOM BOARD MEMBER 1.50
Director
$0 $0 $0
DARRYL WILLIAMS BOARD MEMBER 1.50
Director
$0 $0 $0
TIMOTHY C NASH JR SECRETARY 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
PRINCESS PALMER COO/CFO 35.00
Officer
$145,000 $9,392 $154,392
Note: Compensation data is self-reported by the organization on their Form 990. "Reportable Comp" includes salary, bonuses, and other reportable compensation from the organization and related organizations. "Other Comp" includes benefits, deferred compensation, and non-taxable benefits.

Historical Data

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Net Income
2024 $31,927,796 $23,209,578 $118,153,697 $8,718,218
2023 $11,745,428 $17,192,373 $95,675,744 $-5,446,945
2022 $9,714,669 $16,057,006 $101,310,476 $-6,342,337
2021 $11,407,313 $17,817,270 $107,838,994 $-6,409,957
2020 $9,959,988 $16,551,494 $112,525,482 $-6,591,506
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