See Schedule O.NYC FIRST's mission is to inspire and empower K-12 students from diverse communities across New York City each year to engage with STEM and robotics in meaningful and joyful ways. It creates learning experiences that encourage young people to think critically and creatively and to persevere. Its programs set young people on pathways to success academically and professionally.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$2.7M
+147.5% YoY
Annual Giving
$216K
+76.3% YoY
Grant Count
2
-60.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$108K
+340.7% YoY
About NYC FIRST Inc
Based on IRS filings
NYC FIRST Inc is a nonprofit organization focused on Youth Development, based in NEW YORK, NY. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $2.7M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 2 grants totaling $216K. Net investment income was $36K.
Focus Areas
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $2,732,318 | $1,104,054 | $662,453 |
| Revenue | $4,599,562 | $3,521,549 | $2,651,745 |
| Expenses | $3,580,032 | $2,980,384 | $2,687,954 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $36,116 | $22,977 | $392 |
| 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 2 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
7 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology (FIRST) ($205,780), Girl Scouts Council of Greater NY Inc ($10,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology (FIRST) Manchester, NH | League Program Team Support | $205,780 |
| Girl Scouts Council of Greater NY Inc New York, NY | League Program Team Support | $10,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michael Zigman | CEO | 55 | $300,467 |
| Michael Dubno | Director, Co-Chairman | 1 | — |
| David Siegel | Director, Co-Chairman | 1 | — |
| Armen Avanessians | Director | 1 | — |
| Gilda Barabino | Director | 1 | — |
| Anne Kirschner | Director | 1 | — |
| Karl Sprules | Director | 1 | — |
| Ulrike Hoffmann-Burchardi | Director | 1 | — |
| Lyudmila Koyenova | Treasurer | 1 | — |
| Michelle Sharkey | Director of Development | 40 | $113,827 |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What is NYC FIRST Inc?
NYC FIRST Inc is a nonprofit organization focused on Youth Development, based in NEW YORK, NY. It holds $2.7M in total assets as of 2024.
How large is NYC FIRST Inc?
As of 2024, NYC FIRST Inc holds $2.7M in total assets with $4.6M in annual revenue. It awarded 2 grants totaling $216K in 2024.
Where does NYC FIRST Inc operate?
NYC FIRST Inc has awarded grants in New Hampshire, New York.
What size grants does NYC FIRST Inc award?
In 2024, NYC FIRST Inc awarded 2 grants totaling $216K — an average of about $108K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is NYC FIRST Inc's EIN?
NYC FIRST Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 46-2754933. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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