ExpandED Schools Inc is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in New York City dedicated to expanding learning opportunities for K-12 students. Established in 1998 with a $125 million investment to address systemic inequities, the organization operates as an intermediary that supports the largest city-funded afterschool system in the nation. ExpandED works with schools, community-based organizations, and educators to create innovative programs that extend learning time and enhance academic, social, and emotional development for students in underserved communities.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$16.8M
+2.6% YoY
Annual Giving
$3.8M
-1.3% YoY
Grant Count
49
+2.1% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$78K
-3.3% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
ExpandED Schools is dedicated to ensuring that all young people in New York City have access to enriching programs that affirm their identities, teach them valuable skills, and spark new possibilities in and out of the school day. The organization achieves this mission by providing K-12 programs with curricula and support, training educators, and advancing the sector through policy and research.
Primary Program Areas:
Expanded Learning: ExpandED supports a network of schools and community organizations offering afterschool, tutoring, and career-connected learning. The organization provides curricula, professional development, coaching, and evaluation services in youth development, literacy, science, and career exposure activities.
K-8 Enrichment: Comprehensive program support to afterschool providers offering STEM, literacy, and social-emotional learning opportunities.
Afterschool Program Support: Through funding from the NYC Department of Youth and Community Development and NYC Department of Education, ExpandED provides support to community-based organizations across the five boroughs implementing quality afterschool programs.
Every Hour Counts: An initiative promoting expanded learning systems by convening stakeholders, disseminating best practices information, and developing shared metrics for quality and accountability.
Grantmaking
ExpandED Schools functions as a grantmaker, distributing funding to support its network of programs and partners.
Average Grant
amount: $10,620–$333,037
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
ExpandED Schools operates exclusively in New York City, supporting programs across all five boroughs. The organization works with over 100 community-based organizations and more than 900 afterschool programs throughout the city.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2024:
- Total Assets: $16,832,556
- Total Revenue: $15,578,838
- Total Expenses: $13,949,706
- Staff: 84 employees
As of 2023:
- Total Assets: $16,411,658
- Total Revenue: $15.4 million
- Total Expenses: $14 million
- Total Liabilities: $4.2 million
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $16,832,556 | $16,411,658 | $14,033,367 |
| Revenue | $15,578,838 | $15,447,228 | $14,619,334 |
| Expenses | $13,949,706 | $14,004,121 | $11,959,506 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $126,878 | $64,285 | $3,608 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
230 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
CEO & President: Saskia Traill
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| SASKIA TRAILL | PRESIDENT & CEO | 40 | $247,684 |
| BRANDON ROBINSON | CHAIR | 2 | — |
| JUSTIN PEAGRAM | TREASURER | 2 | — |
| KEVIN B BRANDMEYER | VICE CHAIR | 2 | — |
| MIMI CLARKE COCORAN | SECRETARY | 1 | — |
| ANDREW KAUFMAN | DIRECTOR | 2 | — |
| DAVID ATTANASIO | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DAVID PEDOWITZ | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| ELONER HABTEZGHI | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| ESTHER DYSON | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| JE CARR | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| JOSEPH BORRERO | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| KAREN LING | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| KIMBERLY DOLON | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| MADELINE OLSEN | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| RACHEL G SKAISTIS | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| RACHEL STEINBERG | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| RANDOLPH M NELSON | DIRECTOR | 2 | — |
| RICHARD ROBERTS | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| ROGER A BLISSETT | DIRECTOR | 2 | — |
| SHAEL POLAKOW SURANSKY | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| STELLA SAFO | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| CHIRAG SHAH | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER | 40 | $195,511 |
| MARINA COFIELD | COO (THROUGH 01/24) | 40 | $192,547 |
| RASHIDA LADNER SEWARD | CHIEF PROGRAM OFFICER | 40 | $188,425 |
| DANIELE L BAIERLEIN | CHIEF ADVANCEMENT OFFICER | 40 | $192,523 |
| JESSICA DONNER | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS | 40 | $135,197 |
| MELANIE D OJEFUA | VICE PRESIDENT, HIGH IMPACT TUTORING | 40 | $132,538 |
| REBECCA G HARTJE | SENIOR DIRECTOR, STRATEGIC ADVANCEMENT | 40 | $114,832 |
Recent Activity & Impact
Recent developments and announcements
ExpandED Schools serves a substantial student population across New York City:
Supports more than 119,000 children and 900 programs throughout New York City
Using 2024 methodology, served 61,000 students in grades K-12 across more than 360 programs
Works with over 100 community-based organizations and 1,580 schools
Trains afterschool educators and provides professional development to educators citywide
The organization was formerly known as The After-School Corporation (TASC) and has operated for over a quarter century as a key intermediary in New York City's education ecosystem.
**Tax Status:** Tax-exempt since June 1998 (EIN: 13-4004600)
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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