FY23 Annual Report

20 23 ANNUAL REPORT

MUSIC DANCE

THEATER

MUSICAL THEATER

MEDIA & DESIGN

HARLEM SCHOOL OF THE ARTS

FOUNDER

Dorothy Maynor (1910-1996)

PRESIDENT EMERITUS

Betty Allen (1927-2009)

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Charles J. Hamilton, Jr., Esq., Chairman

Lisa Davis, Vice Co-Chair

Kenneth W. Taber, Interim Co-Chair

Jose Claxton, Secretary

Julian Johnson, Treasurer

Sandra Buchanan Hurse

Lisa Diller

Ezra Ezzard

Kristine G. Manoukian

Joshua Martin

Jason Mathews

Gabriella E. Morris

Jacqueline Nickelberry

David A. Picon

Karen Sanders

Rona Sebastian

Kenneth W. Taber

Wendy Washington

PRESIDENT & CEO

James C. Horton

ADVISORY COUNCIL

Alicia Adams

Deborah Berke

Josh Berman

Daniel Brewster

Mary Schmidt Campbell

Gordon J. Davis

Brett Egan

Katherine G. Farley

Bruce Gordon

Herbie Hancock

Milton Irvin Keisha Sutton James Jeffrey Laikind

Spike Lee Reynold Levy

Carol Sutton Lewis

Rachel Allen Lovett

Wynton Marsalis

Julie Mehretu

Jason Moran

Jill Newman

Arturo O’Farrill

Eric Pryor

Phylicia Rashad

Gina Torres

Lana Woods

ASSOCIATE BOARD

Kathleen Adams (Co-Chair Associate Board)

Ezra Ezzard (Co-Chair, Associate Board)

Akhurapa Ambak

Andre Valmore

Andrew Johnson

Ashante Bennett

Ashley Sutton Cameron Chiulli

Chelsea Keyes

Chelsea Roberts Claudio Lescano

Dorian Waltower

Doug Howell

Greg Paul

Jady Manibusan

Jared Crooks

Kali Stitt

Katrina Parris

Katy Saintil

Kersten Stevens

Khary Ward

Kristen Johnson

Malik Washington

Marcie Cleary

Mia Di Stefano

Michael Howard

Nour Batyne

Sarah Perkins

Shakira Washington

Tori Brown

Vy Huynh

Z’hara Green

Zain Khanna

Dear HSA Family,

In my inaugural year leading the Harlem School of the Arts, we began a transformative journey characterized by resilience, renewal, and growth. As we entered 2023, we reimagined our operations to enhance the resumption of our programs in the best possible ways at the Herb Alpert Center.

With the tenacious support of our patrons, donors, partners, faculty and staff, we have continued to uphold our dedication to excellence in our state-of-the-art facilities, providing a wide range of programs in visual arts, media, and design, vocal and instrumental music, theater, musical theater, and dance. Our designs are intentional—we seek not only to empower our students to excel but also to inspire them to become catalysts for positive change in themselves and in their communities.

At HSA, our unwavering commitment to excellence is centered on fostering creative youth development, nurturing social-emotional learning, and upholding rigorous standards of pedagogy and practice. We prioritize holistic growth, empowering students to become the best version of themselves. Furthermore, we remain deeply committed to exploring and advancing the paths to justice, inclusion, and access to opportunity, recognizing the integral role that artists and culture bearers play in shaping these conversations. Through our ongoing efforts in youth development, arts education, college & career readiness, artistic training, and programming, we endeavor to strengthen and amplify the voices of artists of color locally and globally.

As we move forward into 2024, we are excitedly developing innovative programs and opportunities to meet the evolving needs of our students and the communities we serve. Our dedication remains unwavering as we aspire to enrich the lives of our youth and guide them toward success in their artistic and academic achievements and beyond, to create full, satisfying lives. The enduring impact of our work is made possible through the steadfast support of HSA families and donors, guaranteeing its legacy for generations to come. They have our profound gratitude.

In service,

James C. Horton President & CEO

WHO WE ARE

Founded by internationally acclaimed African American opera soprano Dorothy Maynor in 1964, Harlem School of the Arts (HSA) began in the basement of St. James Presbyterian Church on the corner of 141st Street and St. Nicholas Avenue. Amidst urban blight and high poverty rates, it swiftly emerged as a beacon of hope, by providing crucial cultural resources for community youth. Inspired by Maynor’s unwavering belief in the transformative power of arts education and its essential role in holistic child development, HSA actively connected young people with the rich cultural heritage and creative traditions of people of color, amplifying their representation across various artistic disciplines.

Today, HSA continues its mission to empower youth through interdisciplinary arts training that celebrates the vibrant complexity of their community. Creating equity centered in creative youth development remains central to our values, ensuring every child has access to arts education regardless of financial means.

WHO WE SERVE

Borough/Region

Westchester: 3%

Other NY State: 1%

NJ and CT: 1%

Unspecified: 1%

Staten Island (NY): 0.2%

Age

Preschool (3-4 years): 2%

Elementary (5-10 years): 43%

Middle (11-13 years): 27%

High School (14-18 years): 23%

Adults (>18): 4%

Unspecified – 1%

Ethnicity

Black or African American: 53%

Mixed Heritage: 20%

Hispanic: 13%

White: 10%

Asian: 3%

Native American, Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 1%

Household Annual Income

$50K & Below: 55%

$50K-$100K: 15%

$100K-$150K: 9%

$150K+: 16%

Unspecified: 5%

Students Served

Dance: 217

Music: 98

Media & Design: 43

Musical Theater: 38

Theater: 25

Private Lessons: 203

Summer Camp: 292

Dance Intensive: 47

Theater Intensive: 6

Prep Program: 67

DANCE

Department Chair: Leyland Simmons

HSA Dance program, provides enriching developmental experiences and rigorous training for aspiring dancers, ages 4-18 in all dance genres. Our diverse curriculum covers ballet, modern, contemporary, jazz, African, and hip-hop styles, nurturing creativity, providing technical excellence, and ensuring professional growth, and skills development. Decades of Harlem’s vibrant dance legacy, as well as its contemporary idioms live within HSA.

“Since joining the HSA dance program, I have seen my children’s’s confidence soar and their love for dance grow stronger every day. The dedicated instructors and positive atmosphere have truly made a difference in their lives.”

– Charlotte Crawford, HSA Dance Parent

Radio City Rockettes Performance

The HSA Precision Dance Ensemble showcased their talent as the opening act for the globally acclaimed Rockettes at the Annual Radio CityMusic Hall Christmas Spectacular—the first Brown Girl line dance company ever to grace that stage. This collaboration is a testament to the exceptional skill nurtured within the HSA Dance Department and underscores the recognition and esteem earned by our performers in the professional dance arena.

Manhattan Movements Arts Center Performance

The HSA Dance Teen Ensemble delivered a mesmerizing performance at a recent event hosted by the Manhattan Movement Arts Center. With grace, precision, and emotive movement, the ensemble left a lasting impression of awe and inspiration.

24 Teaching Artists 217

Students

MUSIC + MUSICAL THEATER

Department Chair: Yolanda Wyns

The HSA Music Department offers a comprehensive musical education and instructional curriculum, integrating Western classical traditions with jazz, folk, and popular genres. Additionally, the Musical Theatre Department provides a dynamic blend of disciplines, preparing students to excel in dance, singing, and acting.

“The main focus is to bring these kids in to build community amongst each other, and then we can bring that back out into the community with the music that we make.”

– Malec Heermans, Director, HSA Jazz Program

Interlochen Jazz Ensemble Workshop

HSA’s unique Jazz Program recently hosted esteemed guests from the renowned Interlochen Arts Academy. The Interlochen Jazz Ensemble, led by Director of Jazz Studies Joshua Lawrence, dazzled with a performance and a master class on jazz improvisation, during which HSA students showcased their talents and engaged in a Q&A session.

We Got That Swing

In collaboration with the Jazz Power Initiative (JPI), HSA brought together exceptional young musicians and singers from across the city to perform with local jazz luminaries. Hosted by Lee Hogans, HSA’s Chief Education Officer, and Dr. Eli Yamin, JPI’s Managing and Artistic Director, the event featured performances by violinist Curtis Stewart, Bob Stewart, the LaGuardia High School of Jazz Brass Ensemble, and Harlem Samba, and included a Blues workshop celebrating Duke Ellington’s birthday.

42 Teacher Artists 98 Students

MEDIA + DESIGN

Department Chair: A.K Lovelace

The HSA Visual Arts, Media and Design department offers a vibrant spectrum of multimedia courses to nurture young artistic talents. From digital art design to drawing, animation, comic book art, and painting, students delve into a diverse array of creative avenues. HSA is a pioneer in offering courses that equip young artists with the skills to navigate the evolving landscape of creating digital art. Creating visual fosters artistic expression, and encourages youth to think critically and develop solutions to artistic challenges, which translate to problem-solving skills in other areas of their lives,

“HSA

has helped me build my confidence and art style, I am learning new techniques and class has been fun!”

– Adrianna Lluesma, Visual Arts, Media and Design Student

Cope NYC

In spring 2023, HSA Media & Design students participated in a workshop at CopeNYC/IW Gallery. As part of a joint exhibition at the gallery, HSA student work shared the spotlight with esteemed printmakers.

Wollman Rink

The completion of the “Infectious Energy” mural at Central Park’s Wollman Rink’s renovated pickleball Courts, highlighted the vibrant talent of the HSA Murals Project. HSA students Kayin Ban, Alyssa Harris, Arianna Hoover Lluesma, Marley Alvarez, and Nana Adwoa Agyemang undertook a week-long collaboration, culminating in a visual triumph. Their work and dedication is exemplary of the invaluable contributions of young artists to shaping communal spaces.

14 Teaching Artists

43 Students

THEATER

Department Chair: Mercedes White

HSA Theater nurtures young talent through theatrical exploration, focusing on diction, improvisation, and classical theater techniques. Students develop vital skills like clear speech, analytical thinking, and self-assurance on stage and beyond. Rooted in Harlem’s cultural heritage, HSA Theater shapes the next generation of performers for life’s diverse stages.

“HSA helps young artists develop their talents and build a supportive community, preparing them for their high school graduation and beyond, toward real careers.”

– Min Traore, HSA Theater Student

Black History Month Celebration

The Black History Month celebration featured an exceptional performance by HSA theatre students, who presented a variety of monologues, poems, and scenes from new and established Black playwrights. From the thought-provoking works of Loy Webb to the timeless masterpieces of August Wilson, the performances captivated audiences and honored the rich cultural heritage and contributions of Black playwrights to the world of theatre.

Skin of My Teeth Production

HSA theatre students showcased their remarkable ability to tackle challenging work in their performance of “The Skin of Our Teeth.” Despite the complexity of the material, they rose to the occasion, demonstrating dedication, resilience, and artistic growth throughout the process of learning and presenting this masterpiece.

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HSA OUTREACH PARTNERSHIPS

HSA’s Community Outreach Program actively extends our dance, theater, visual arts, media, design, and music programming to community schools and organizations across New York City, providing them with top-tier teaching artists and tailored curricula. In 2023, we celebrated eleven renewed community partnerships, including Harlem Children’s Zone, StoreFront Academy (Harlem & the Bronx), Graham Windham, Mott Hall High School, Global Learning Center, Harlem Academy, Columbia Secondary School, DOE Boot Camp, Global Community Charter School, KIPP Star, and Columbia Double Discovery.

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Photo of Dance Teaching Artist, Ronald Berger Teaching Elementary at Graham Windham.

In February 2023, HSA partnered with Columbia Secondary School to offer guitar and hip-hop dance classes for middle schoolers, led by HSA teaching artists, Teddy Crockett and Dominique Coleman.

Together with The Association to Benefit Children, HSA brought a holistic after-school program for visual arts to low-income students across NYC. Under the guidance of teaching artists, Katherine Miranda and Jennifer Prevatt, students explored their creativity and imagination. through drawing, painting, and mixed media classes.

Students at Harlem Children’s Zone PS 149 embarked on their dance exploration under the mentorship of HSA teaching artist, Ron Belgerm immersing themselves in Afro-fusion dance styles

HSA IN THE COMMUNITY

Macy’s Firework Show

At HSA, the community is central to who we are and what we do. Our Dorothy Maynor Singers, the HSA elite student vocal ensemble performed at the Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks Show. Their rendition of “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” was televised throughout the tri-state area and received with acclaim.

HSA Founders Day

On April 22, 2023, Harlem School of the Arts honored the legacy of its founder, Dorothy Maynor, on Founder’s Day. This special celebration commemorated the visionary leadership of Maynor, whose groundbreaking vision continues to shape and inspire generations of artists and arts enthusiasts. The day was filled with a wide range of activities, including performances, workshops, and tributes that paid homage to Maynor’s profound impact on the arts community and on Harlem.

Throughout the day, attendees were treated to a diverse array of talents, including musical performances, dance showcases, and student artwork that showcased the vibrancy and creativity that defines HSA. Founder’s Day also provided an opportunity for the community to come together and connect with one another. As guests mingled and shared stories about their experiences with HSA, there was a palpable sense of gratitude for Maynor’s vision and the enduring legacy of excellence that she instilled in the institution.

Founder’s Day 2023 served as a powerful reminder of the transformative power of the arts and the enduring impact of visionary leaders like Dorothy Maynor. Her legacy continues to inspire and motivate students, faculty, and staff to strive for excellence and push the boundaries of artistic expression.

HSA STUDENT HIGHLIGHTS

Media & Design

NANA ADWOA AGYEMANG, 177

Nana Adwoa Agyemang, won the H&M design competition co-sponsored by H&M apparel stores and Harlem’s Fashion Row, a creative agency focused on promoting designers of color. The competition offered students the opportunity to create designs for a limited number of hoodies , which were sold at the 125th Street H&M store location on its opening day.

Theater AIMONY ERISNOR, 13

Aimony booked the lead role of Symone in the upcoming Columbia University short film production of Ntozake Shange’s ‘Sing a Black Girl’s Song’

Music

Dance

Uma Crawford, 11

Uma was accepted into American Ballet Theatre’s Summer Intensive and was chosen to model for fashion brands Abercrombie & Fitch, The Gap, J. Crew, and Zara.

Sofia Santana, 15

Sofia received a full scholarship to study classical trumpet at Interlochen Arts Camp through the Juilliard School Music Advancement Program. She also participated in the Youth Orchestra Los Angeles festival with the Los Angeles Philharmonic, and was selected for the New York Philharmonic Youth Festival Orchestra to be conducted by Gustavo Dudamel, in 2024.

Musical Theater Landon Ifill, 11

Landon excelled in the role of Bruce in the HSA Musical Theatre production of in “Matilda Jr”. Landon also placed 2nd in his division at the National Student Auditions New York City chapter, and secured the prestigious OMER award at the Odyssey of the Mind NY State Finals.

NOTABLE ALUMNI: Lenny Kravitz, Giancarlo Esposito, We Ani, Caleb McLaughlin, Zazie Beets, Ray Chew, Zoara Howard, Walter Russell lll, Gabriella Garo, Shadai Wright Joseph, Matthew Whitaker, and Condola Rashad

Cliff Jones

Fabian Garcia Naya Lovell

HSA Dance Alumni

Naya Lovell started her artistic journey at HSA at age 9, immersing herself in dance and music under the guidance of mentor Keisa Parrish.

Continuing her study at HSA under Aubrey Lynch II and Leyland Simmons, Lovell discovered new pathways within the dance department. Her performances at HSA showcases and performances allowed her to blossom into a confident performer, eventually graduating from the Julliard School, and joining London’s Rambert Dance Company in 2020.

Lovell remains deeply grateful for the unwavering support and mentorship provided by her teachers and mentors.

HSA Music Alumni – Keyboard Teaching Artist

Following three years of self-taught piano exploration, Cliff Jones began at HSA in 2004. From ages 17 to 25, he immersed himself in classical piano studies under the guidance of Delilah Khudad-Zane, a legendary HSA teaching artist. .

In 2009, Cliff transitioned into an HSA teaching artist himself, teaching group piano and private lessons to children and adults at HSA, a role he has passionately fulfilled for the past 15 years.

Cliff finds immense joy in his role teaching at HSA, cherishing the opportunity to give back to the school and community that has enriched his life.

HSA Dance Teaching Artist

Fabian assists Leyland Simmons, HSA Dance department chair, as well as dance faculty with year-round performances, rehearsals, costumes, and student preparation. Fabian chose HSA for its commitment to providing a strong arts education to urban youth, emphasizing technique, and fostering self-esteem. In addition to his work at HSA, Fabian performs freelance, in tri-state dance and theatrical projects.

HSA TEACHING ARTISTS

DANCE

Jude Evans

Position: Dance Teaching Artist

Career Highlight: Jude performed in the Chicago Lyric Opera Theater production of Terrance Blanchard’s jazz opera, “Champion”.

THEATRE

LaTrisa Harper

Position: Teaching Artist for Dance for Actors

Career Achievements: Latrisa Harper performed in “The Lion King”, and the original Broadway casts of The Color Purple alongside Fantasia Barrino.

Fun Fact: Latrisa won a “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” Audrey Hepburn look-alike contest.

MUSICAL THEATER

Jameel McKanstry

Position: Lead Teaching Artist for HSA Voice and Musical Theatre

Education: Full Sail University and New York University

Fun Fact: Jameel performed on the Great Wall of China

MUSIC

Alicia Waller

Position: Voice Faculty

Education: Master of Arts, New York University; Bachelor of Music, University of Maryland

Career Achievements: Alicia Waller is recognized for her work as bandleader for the jazz fusion ensemble Alicia Waller & The Excursion. A multi-talented singer-songwriter with a background as an operatic soprano, Waller has since focused on soul music, jazz, and the African diaspora.

VISUAL ARTS MEDIA & DESIGN

Tatiana Gardel

Position: Teaching Artist for Animation

Education: BFA in Painting, Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro

Career Achievements: Tatiana Gardel’s work has been recognized by the Society of Illustrators and American Illustration. Her illustrated books include The First Day of Peace (Candlewick), Abuelo, the Sea, and Me (Roaring Brook/Macmillan), Painting the Sky with Love (Feiwel & Friends/Macmillan).

HSA 2023 GALA

In May 2023, The Harlem School of the Arts held its annual benefit gala at The Plaza Hotel, hosted by HSA President and CEO James C. Horton, and acclaimed TV journalist and author, Tamron Hall. The event honored a distinguished lineup of individuals and organizations for their outstanding contributions to arts advocacy and community leadership. Honorees were actress and educator Phylicia Rashad, Dr. Mary Schmidt Campbell, former president of Spelman College, the legacies of Nat King Cole and Natalie Cole, HSA Chairman of the Board, Charles J. Hamilton, Jr., American Girl Brands, and the MetLife Foundation. All who gathered heralded the return of the HSA gala after a hiatus of two years. since. Proceeds contributed to providing scholarships, funding pre-professional training programs, and ensuring access to a world-class arts education for young people from the communities we serve.

The gala began with red-carpet arrivals and a cocktail reception, setting the stage for an evening of elegance and inspirational performances, showcasing the exceptional talent of HSA students. The event celebrated the honorees’ accomplishments and underscored HSA’s commitment to nurturing our youth for success in the arts and beyond.

HONOREES

Phylicia Rashad President’s Award

Dr. Mary Schmidt Campbell

The Betty Allen Visionary Award

Nat King Cole and Natalie Cole, Timolin & Casey Cole

Trailblazer Award

Charles J. Hamilton, Jr.

Lifetime Achievement Award

American Girl Brands

Corporate Leadership Award

MetLife Foundation

Philanthropic Leadership Award

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

Harlem School of the Arts embodies the principles of creative youth development (CYD), youth development and arts education through intentional, holistic practices. At HSA, youth engage in diverse artistic endeavors, fostering creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration while developing life skills crucial for navigating adolescence and adulthood. CYD programs at HSA have profound impacts, often steering participants away from negative influences and putting them on positive trajectories toward academic and personal success.

HSA serves as a unique positive force for young people, promoting racial equity, social justice, and opportunities for collective community action. Our diverse programs in music, dance, theater, and media & design provide essential access to instruction, particularly benefiting underserved populations. By addressing public school shortcomings and fostering creativity in a safe space, HSA ensures performing arts opportunities for ethnically and socio-economically diverse students, with 90% hailing from Upper Manhattan and the Bronx.

INDIVIDUAL & INSTITUTIONAL DONORS

Harlem School of the Arts expresses profound gratitude to the individuals, foundations, corporations, and government agencies whose generous contributions empower us to provide access to extraordinary beauty and opportunity to our communities.

Your tenacious support of and belief in this valuable work propels our mission of nurturing creativity, enhancing and impacting countless lives through the arts, and advancing social justice and equity.

$200,000 and Above

The Herb Alpert Foundation

MetLife Foundation

The Ford Foundation

The Anna-Maria and Stephen Kellen Foundation

The William R. Kenan, Jr. Charitable Trust

$100,000-$199,999

New York City Department of Cultural Affairs

American Girl Brands

Arison Arts Foundation

$50,000-$99,999

National Endowment for the Arts

Altman Foundation

Edwin Caplin Foundation

The Pinkerton Foundation

GCM Grosvenor

The Shubert Foundation, Inc.

Donald A. Pels Charitable Trust

New York Community Trust

$25,000-$49,999

New York State Council on the Arts

Sandee Buchanan-Hurse

Charles J. Hamilton, Jr. and Pamela Carlton

Michele and Martin Cohen

Sue Lonoff de Cuevas

Lisa L. Davis

Barbara and Donald Tober Foundation

Russell Oberlin Charitable Foundation

The Horace W. Goldsmith Foundation

The Potter’s Wheel Foundation

The Boulé Foundation

Natalie Cole Foundation

Goldman Sachs Gives

BET Networks

Karen and Howard Sanders

Steinway & Sons

$10,000-$24,999

First Republic Bank

Jose Claxton

Harlem Community Development Corporation

West Harlem Development Corporation

Warner Bros. Discovery

Cornelius N. Bliss Memorial Foundation

The Barker Welfare Foundation

Thompson Family Foundation

JP Morgan Chase Foundation

Roberts Family Fund

Blue Harbour Group

Joy of Giving Something, Inc.

Nat King Cole Generation Hope, Inc.

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP

Proskauer Rose LLP

Diana M. Moore

David A. Picon

Kenneth W. Taber

Julie Taymor

Upper Manhattan Empowerment

Zone Development Corporation (UMEZ)

$5,000-$,9,999

Deborah Brennan

Dr. Mary Schmidt Campbell

Saundra and W. Don Cornwell

Gordon Jamison Davis

Doris Duke Charitable Foundation

Nancy Friday Foundation

Wells Fargo Foundation

Florescue Family Foundation

Marcella Guarino

Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc.

Louis Armstrong Educational Foundation, Inc.

Tom J. Jones

Edward T. Lewis

Schulte Roth & Zabel LLP

Ashley McDermott

Julie Mehretu

Kristine Menoukian

Ronay and Richard Menschel

Jacqueline and Kevin Nickelberry

Joanne Rosen

Katz Family Charitable Trust

The Barbara Bell Cumming Charitable Trust

Joe Walker

$2,500-$4,999

Carl McCall and Joyce Brown

Sekou Campbell

Marcie N. Cleary

The Oriel Company

Saundra Cornwell

Shivani Daga

Dun Foundation

Romare Bearden Foundation

Thelma Golden

Eileen and Peter Lehrer Family Foundation, Inc.

Paula Cooper, Inc

The Harkness Foundation for Dance, Inc.

Adam Hardy Johnson

Julian Johnson

Meredith Marshall

Joshua Martin

Bloomberg L.P.

Richard F. Potthoff

Lisa E. Solomon

Przemyslaw Szymanski

$1,000 - 2,499

Ernest Abrahamson Anonymous

Anna R. Austin

LaDonna Y. Boyd

Ray and Vivian Chew

Tiffany Dubin

Abbott & Lila Stillman Family Foundation

The Marshall Frankel Foundation Wellfleet Foundation Network for Good

Ross Haime

Elizabeth Hallin

Rose Hirschel

Andrew Howe

Charles E. Williams III

The National Flute Association, Inc.

Phillip Isom

Kelvin Jones

Pamela Keld

Michael Kenny

National Urban League

Natalie Miles

W.M. Frankenberger III & David Y. Oh

Michael & Julie Salinger

Steven R. Schnur

Edith Van Slyck

Srinija Srinivasan

Rita Sylvester

Bowen Morse Charitable Trust

Lawrence E. Zilavy

$500 - $999

Answorth Allen

Peggy Bader

Cameron Chiulli

Helen J. Ellis

Fiona Morgan Fein

The Jesse Owens II Empowerment Fund

Frederica Gamble

Sandra Garcia

Z’hara Green

Walter-Storyk Design Group

Robert L. Hanson

Douglas Harris

Broadcast Music, Inc.

Classic Systems, Inc.

Kelvin Jones

Zain Khanna

Carlos Larrainza

Chris Leon

Claudio Lescano

Loretta and Roger London

Esperanza Martinez

Lynnette Martini

Christine Okike

Leonard B. Pickett & Kathryn E. Ray

Mr. Reid

Gabriel Sunshine

Rashid Walker

Malik Washington

Shakira Washington

Under $500

Estate of Raoul Abdul

Alicia Adams

Kathleen Adams

Camille Giraud Akeju

Jelani Alladin

Cecilia A. Arana

DeAdre Aziza

Sandra B. Barz

Kristin Bates

George Becker

Alice Bednarchik

Ashante Bennett

Eric G. Bernard

Gloria Bey

Ruth L. Brodsky

Deborah Brown

Tori Brown

Frances Brown

Estate of Carol B. Cade

Catie Cambria

David Carey

David Cassagnol

Mishi Castroverde

Peter Chamedes

Association Benefit of Children

Suzanne Cort-Alburez

John Corwin

Dr. L. Askia Davis

G. Jean Davis

Sherrie F. Deans

Lisa Diller

Cordelia Donovan

Vincent Dotoli

Keith T. Downing

Diane Drescher

Patricia A. Dunkin

Onita Estes-Hicks

Ezra Ezzard

Dale Favors

FJC

AmazonSmile Foundation

Pledgeling Foundation

Give Lively Foundation

Mary Alice Frankenberger

DeNora Getachew

Network for Good

Herbert J. Green

Santiago Grullon

Patricia Guerra-Frazier

Claudia Guzman

Gayle Scott Hajian

Shannon Hales

Elizabeth Anne Harper

Kerry-Ann Henry

Lois A. Henry

Dr. Richard G. Hersh

David Higgins

Cynthia Hoffmann

Charlotte Holloman

Marjorie Hone

Finley Hunt

T.M. Fallon III

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc.,

PI Kappa Omega Chapter

Zeljko Ivanek

Jeffrey Jackson

Caroline Jennings

Ben Johnson

Marjorie Johnson

Richard Jones

Patrick Gambuti Jr.

Herbert Juli

Barbara and George Kafka

Susan Kalish

Gale R. R. Kane

Laughlin Kelly

Ricardo Kendall

Zain Khanna

Adrian Kitzinger

David Kosachuk

Jiyoung Kwon

Diana Lachatanere

Marilyn B. Lebovitz

Marilyn Lebovitz

Barbara Lermand

Bevis Longstreth

Andrea Lorick

Francine Luft

Valerie A. Lyle

Susan & Mark Markowitz

Emilia Maschang

Sandra K. Masur

Michael McGarry

Taylor McMahon

Alison Mitchell

Vernon Moore

Ava V. Moreno

Tania Castroverde Moskalenko

Jean Murphy

Kimberly O’Connell

Abigail O’Donnell

Alexander Ortega

Lizette Ortiz-Thacker

Rick Ouimet

Byron Pacheco

Ritu Pati

Lisa Perrymond

Frank Pfeffer

John Phillips

Bre Pressey

PricewaterhouseCoopers

Victor Quiroz

Zead Ramadan

Adam Reed

Denise A. Rempe

Douglas W. Renfro

Chretien Risley

Mona J. Roberts

Albert D. Rogers

Julian Rose

Katy J. Saintil

Richard Seltzer

Regina Smith

Oscar Solarte

Laurence T. Sorkin

M. Jane Stanicki

Kersten C. Stevens

Lynn M. Summers

Gabriel Sunshine

Enrica Taddei

Ted Taylor

Debbie Taylor-Kerman

Julie Teh

Carlos Terrones

Chris Thomas

Vilorii Thornton

Albertha Toppins

Vanessa Ulmer

Uchenna Umeh

Andre Valmore

Pat Walmsley

Khary Ward

Parker Watts

Elaine Waxman

Betsy Wiesendanger

Tammy Williams

Beryl Duncan Wilson

Diane Wohl

Jaime Wright

Ruth Wright

STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION

THE HARLEM SCHOOL OF THE ARTS, INC.

As of June 30, 2023

Harlem School of the Arts, Inc.

Statement of Financial Position

(With comparative totals as of June 30, 2022)

As of June 30, 2023

(With comparative totals as of June 30, 2022)

June 30,

Accounts

The attached notes and auditor’s report are an integral part of these financial statements. Page 3

The complete annual audited financial statements and report to the NY State Division of Charities are available for review in our office.

HSA’s tuition revenue only covers 25% of what it costs to provide our students with high-quality arts programming. These fees are greatly subsidized and are set at the level that best serves the community. Twenty percent of students benefit from full tuition assistance through financial aid; all students – the other 80% – benefit from dramatically reduced tuition. This means HSA depends on the generous public support of individuals, foundations, corporations, and government entities to cover 75% of our operating budget each year, in order to provide our much-needed artistic programs to underserved youth.

STATEMENTS OF ACTIVITIES

Harlem School of the Arts, Inc.

THE HARLEM SCHOOL OF THE ARTS, INC.

Statement of Activities

For the Year Ended June 30, 2023 (With comparative totals for the year ended June 30, 2022)

For the Year Ended June 30, 2023 (With comparative totals for the year ended June 30, 2022)

Net Assets Without Donor RestrictionsNet Assets With Donor Restrictions

(net of expenses with a

Tuition and registration fees (net of scholarships and aid of $715,000 and $710,000 in 2023

The complete annual audited financial statements and report to the NY State Division of Charities are available for review in our office.

The attached notes and auditor’s report are an integral part of these financial statements. Page 4

ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF

Renea Rossi

Noriko Sunamoto

Ilana

HSA

TEACHING ARTISTS

Natalia Peguero

HSA MUSICAL THEATER

LaTrisa Harper Matthew Hayden Amanda Mcdowall

Jameel McKanstry Natalie Nitchoff

HSA MEDIA & DESIGN

Aigerim Akhmetova

Lynn Effros-Schaul

Tatiana Jimenez

Pedro Jimenez Jr Lindsay

Jennifer Prevatt

Azekiwe Providence

David Robles

Annette Rusin Corinne Southerland

Katherine Toukhy

Photography by Steven Schnur