Fiver Children's Foundation

What Fiver Children's Foundation does

Fiver Children's Foundation is a 501(c)(3) youth development organization founded in 2000 and headquartered in New York City, with a 129-acre residential camp facility (Camp Fiver) in Poolville, New York. The organization delivers a comprehensive ten-year commitment to youth ages 8–18 from systematically under-resourced communities in New York, combining summer residential camping, year-round out-of-school programming, family engagement services, and lifelong alumni support at no cost to participants. Core programs include Camp Fiver, the Job Training Program, the Investment Camp (in partnership with Neuberger Berman), the Internship Program, the Allianz Fellowship, the Skilled Trades Rotation Program (piloted with EverBank), and college-access institutes. Programs are delivered through a community-based-organization referral network anchored by long-standing partnerships with Mercy Center and CAMBA (since 2003), supplemented by direct enrollment.

The technology stack is intentionally lean and operational rather than proprietary. Core platforms include Lattice for performance management, CampMinder for camp administration, Asana for project management, and Google Workspace for collaboration. Two notable internally-developed tools are Fiver Connect, a referral and resource management system for participants and families, and a Coaching Handbook formalizing the organization's one-on-one youth development methodology. The merchandise e-commerce store and online donation portal provide direct-to-consumer and fundraising channels.

Revenue is generated entirely through charitable giving. Primary streams include individual donations, corporate sponsorships, foundation grants, and signature events (the Annual Benefit, which raised $1.5M in 2026 and $992K in 2024). Secondary streams include branded merchandise sales and facility rentals. The organization has 11–50 employees, a 24-member Board of Directors, and a leadership structure that increasingly features alumni in operational and governance roles. Fiver has served 1,750+ youth since 2000, currently serves nearly 500 youth annually from over 350 families, and maintains engagement with 175+ alumni each year.

Name

Fiver Children's Foundation

Legal name

Fiver Children's Foundation Inc.

Website

https://fiver.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Fiver Children's Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit providing a ten-year youth development commitment (ages 8–18) — including summer camp, year-round programs, job training, and alumni support — to children from under-resourced New York communities, free of charge to families.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth Development Services

NAICS

Child and Youth Services (62411), Educational Support Services (611710)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Dropout Prevention, Alternative Education & Re-Engagement Nonprofits (BPAGADAL)

Keywords

• Youth development programs
• Summer camp services
• College access programs
• Nonprofit social services
• Youth mentorship programs

Headquarters

HQ city

New York

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Individual and Corporate Donations: Fiver relies primarily on charitable donations from individuals, corporations, and foundations. The Annual Benefit is a major fundraising event. Corporate partners provide both direct donations and employee engagement programs.
2. Merchandise Sales: Fiver operates an online merchandise store selling branded items including apparel, accessories, and camp gear. All proceeds support year-round and summer programming.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Fiver Children's Foundation operates a comprehensive 10-year youth development commitment for children ages 8-18 from systematically under-resourced communities in New York, providing summer residential camping at Camp Fiver, year-round programming, family support services, and lifelong alumni engagement at no cost to families. The organization also runs a paid merchandise shop whose proceeds support programming, and accepts charitable donations through individual giving, corporate sponsorships, and grants.

Product overview

Fiver Children's Foundation is an award-winning youth development organization operating as a single integrated program rather than a platform-plus-modules architecture. The core offering is a comprehensive 10-year youth development commitment (ages 8-18) that combines summer residential camping at Camp Fiver with year-round programming, professional development (Job Training Program, Internship Program, Investment Camp, Allianz Fellowship), family engagement (Family Retreats, Family Nights), and alumni support. The organization also operates a merchandise shop selling branded items. Programs are delivered at no cost to families from systematically under-resourced communities in New York, with a focus on character development, college access, and career readiness.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Camp Fiver A 129-acre residential summer camp located in Poolville, New York, offering a 10-year youth development program for children ages 8-18 from under-resourced communities in New York. The camp provides summer sessions, year-round programming, and family support at no cost to families.
• Year-Round Programming

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% high school completion rate for Class of 2025 graduates, with 86% pursuing college
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

19 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• GooglecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2025Job Training Program participants toured Google Chelsea Market office, explored Gemini and AI tools, and saw creativity and innovation in technology. Partnership arranged by Board Members Veronika Laskowski and Gabriela Berroa (Fiver alumna).
• Royal Bank of Canada (RBC)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2025Job Training Program participants joined guided trading floor tour and speed-networking session with finance professionals who emphasized curiosity, discipline, and networking. Supported by Board Member John Cokinos.
• SMBCminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2025Job Training Program visit where Fivers practiced Japanese business etiquette and learned about professionalism, respect, and global awareness in international business. Hosted by Eric Eckholdt, Cara Condodina, and SMBC team.
• Northwell HealthminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2025Dynamic healthcare professionals panel discussed teamwork, empathy, and wide range of careers making a difference in communities. Connection made possible by Lisa Ng and team, and Linda and Scott J. Beigel Memorial Fund.
• ParamountminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2025Job Training Program visit providing behind-the-scenes insights into media and production showing how creativity, adaptability, and collaboration drive success in entertainment. Connection facilitated by Board Member Daphne Leroy.
• Metropolitan Commercial BankminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2025Job Training Program teens discussed financial literacy and professional ethics with banking leaders who reinforced value of integrity in business. Welcomed by Jeffrey Casio and team.
• KithminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2025Job Training Program visit at NYC's innovative fashion company where Fivers learned how vision and collaboration shape entrepreneurship and design. Connection through Emily Ades and Kin Foundation team.
• Hodes Weill & AssociatesminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2025Job Training Program visit where participants learned how real estate, finance, and global markets connect, gaining understanding of relationship management and industry collaboration. Door opened by Board Member Chris Haines.
• Judge David Gugerty & GuestsminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2025Special panel at Fiver office with Judges Gugerty and Broderick, ADA Jasmin-Beamon, and Jessica Molinares (Harris Beach Murtha) sharing candid advice about perseverance, education, and civic responsibility. Made possible by Linda Beigel Schulman and Scott J. Beigel Memorial Fund.
• Cortec GroupminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2025Private investment firm partnership providing paid summer internship for alumni interested in business and finance. Brianna Fuentes (Class of 2022) selected for program, gaining hands-on experience reading CIMs, conducting write-ups and research, and organizing data using PowerPoint and Excel.
• EverBankcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 20 February 2025Through EverBank Builds CRA Charitable Grant Program, Fiver received support for Skilled Trades Rotation Program at Camp Fiver serving youth ages 14-18. Workshops include auto maintenance, carpentry, electrical/plumbing, and landscaping. Christina Bohm, Managing Director, serves on Fiver's Board. EverBank staff participated in Mid-Winter Mini Camp field trip to NY Hall of Science.
• Neuberger BermancoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Long-running partnership spanning nearly a decade providing Investment Camp Program for high school students. Financial professionals lead virtual workshops and in-person sessions teaching fundamentals of investing, personal finance, and wealth management over eight weeks. Students gain real-world financial literacy and career exposure.
• Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Melissa Gomez, Senior Director of Development, serves on NYC Chapter Board of Directors since January 2023, Co-Chair of Professional Advancement Committee, and member of Audit and IDEA Committees. Authored article on strengthening support for working mothers in nonprofit sector.
• Mercy CentercoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2025Community-based organization partnership established in 2003 that remains strong today. Refers youth to Fiver and collaborates year-round to provide holistic family support.
• Sunu Thiossane (Senegal)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024International youth partnership founded by former Camp Fiver staff member MameDjarra Diop. In 2024, Fiver hosted five Senegalese youth and three staff at camp. Partnership continuing in 2025.
• NYC Police FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Partnership with mentoring programs including Harlem Giants and Far Rockaway Giants, welcoming 30+ campers for mini-camp session.
• Colgate UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Partnership with Dr. Kristin DeLucia and Colgate University students conducting archaeological dig on camp property in 2023, unearthing old homestead, mill, and dozens of artifacts.
• Youth INCcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021RISE Academy 15-month leadership development program for BIPOC nonprofit leaders. Three Fiver team members have completed program: Melissa Gomez, Aislee Berenice Nieves, and Anthony Silvera. Anthony developed capstone project on skilled trades exposure at Camp Fiver.
• CAMBAcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2003Community-based organization partnership established in 2003 that remains strong today. Refers youth to Fiver and collaborates year-round to provide holistic family support.

Scale indicators14 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Big Brothers Big Sisters of America: National youth mentoring nonprofit pairing adult mentors with youth from under-resourced communities. Directly comparable to Fiver's mentorship-driven, long-term youth development model and outcomes orientation.
• Boys & Girls Clubs of America: Largest youth development nonprofit in the U.S., providing after-school and summer programming for at-risk youth. Comparable to Fiver in target population, mission, and year-round programming approach.
• Summer Search: Long-term youth development nonprofit serving low-income high school students with mentoring, college access, and character-building experiences over multiple years. Closely matches Fiver's 10-year commitment model and college/career readiness focus.
• Fresh Air Fund: NYC-based nonprofit providing free summer camp and host-family experiences to NYC youth from low-income communities. Directly comparable to Camp Fiver's mission and NYC geographic focus.
• The Door (NYC): NYC youth services nonprofit offering education, career development, health, and family support for young people ages 12-21. Comparable to Fiver's multi-service youth development and family support model in NYC.
• Children's Aid Society: NYC-based nonprofit providing comprehensive services to children and families including after-school, summer camp, college access, and community schools. Overlaps with Fiver's mission and NYC service area.
• Police Athletic League (PAL): NYC-based youth development organization providing sports, education, and cultural enrichment programs for at-risk youth. Comparable to Fiver's NYC focus and youth character development mission.

Emerging players

• Year Up: Workforce development nonprofit providing young adults from low-income communities with professional training and corporate internships. Comparable to Fiver's Job Training Program and Investment Camp workforce-readiness offerings.
• KIPP NYC: NYC charter school network serving low-income students with college-preparatory education and alumni support through college. Comparable to Fiver's college readiness outcomes focus (86% college pursuit) for similar demographics.

Broad incumbents

• YMCA of Greater New York: Large NYC nonprofit offering youth development, summer camp, and family programming across multiple sites. Comparable to Fiver's camp and year-round programming, but with broader scope and infrastructure scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/onceafiver

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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