Brooklyn Free School Association
Brooklyn Free School's (BFS's) mission is education for social justice. Always advocating for young people's voices to be heard, BFS engages students and staff in democratic decision-making and …
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Visit brooklynfreeschool.orgAbout Brooklyn Free School Association
Brooklyn Free School is an independent school with sliding scale tuition and a mission of education for social justice. Governed by democratic decision-making, Brooklyn Free School invites young people, aged three to 18, to partner in the creation of an exceptional educational experience.
Tax-exempt status revoked
This organization's tax-exempt status was automatically revoked by the IRS on Nov. 15, 2025 for failing to file required returns for three consecutive years. Donations may not be tax-deductible.
Mission
Brooklyn Free School's (BFS's) mission is education for social justice. Always advocating for young people's voices to be heard, BFS engages students and staff in democratic decision-making and problem solving. We honor student choice and facilitate student-centered learning through play and exploration, constructivist teaching, collaborative course work and self-directed student initiatives. We support social and emotional development through conflict mediation, personal reflection, diversity awareness and community responsibility. BFS works in the service of students and their families, partners with progressive educators, and embraces our larger community. BFS provides pre-K-12th grade education in a day school setting and space licensing for groups in the local community during non-school hours.
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· 1 red flagGiveRadar Analysis
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Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, Brooklyn Free School Association has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the IRS.
- It has more complete contact information than nearly all similar organizations, with a verified website, email, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
- It has more complete governance disclosure than nearly all similar organizations, because GiveRadar has verified leadership, executive compensation, a mission statement and a founding date. See national comparisons
- GiveRadar's profile for Brooklyn Free School Association draws on its financial disclosures and its governance, in line with the typical education charities in the United States it tracks. View this cohort
- government registration
- financial records (3 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a contact email
- a donation page
- third-party accreditation (present for 93% of comparable organizations)
- an owner-submitted profile claim
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Common questions
· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyBrooklyn Free School Association is a registered education nonprofit based in Brooklyn, NY, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2004 and has been operating for 22 years. Its EIN is 201506040. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 67/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $2M in annual revenue. 30 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern.
Brooklyn Free School Association's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 201506040. This is the organization's IRS tax identification number; you can use it to verify tax-exempt status and to look up its Form 990 filings with the IRS.
Brooklyn Free School Association has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 67/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 67 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. The charity allocates 100% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for education charities in United States is 90/100.
Brooklyn Free School Association is located in Brooklyn, NY, United States. The organization was established in 2004 and has been active for 22 years. Its registered address is 1360 Fulton Street, United States.
Based on official tax filings, Brooklyn Free School Association has $2M in annual revenue. It allocates 100% of expenses to programs and services. This is above the average of 82% for education charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $7M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Brooklyn Free School Association is classified as an Education organization, registered in United States. It operates as a School (170(b)(1)(A)(ii)). By size, it is categorized as a small organization. It has $2M in annual revenue. The organization has 30 disclosed officers and directors.
GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for Brooklyn Free School Association. Red flags are automatically detected from official data and may include high executive compensation relative to budget, low program spending, or missing financial filings. Red flags do not necessarily mean wrongdoing but indicate areas that may warrant further review before donating.
According to GiveRadar's records, Brooklyn Free School Association is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and overseen by the IRS. It reports that 100% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 82%). GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.
Brooklyn Free School is an independent school with sliding scale tuition and a mission of education for social justice. Governed by democratic decision-making, Brooklyn Free School invites young people, aged three to 18, to partner in the creation of an exceptional educational experience. Brooklyn Free School Association is classified as an education organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2004.
Among education charities registered in United States: It allocates 100% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 82%. Its annual revenue of $2M is below the peer average of $7M.
Yes, donations to Brooklyn Free School Association are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Brooklyn Free School Association is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 201506040, which you can use for tax filing purposes. Donors can typically deduct contributions on their federal income tax return if they itemize deductions. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.
Filing history
3 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2022): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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Tax-deductibility for donors
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United States under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
BROOKLYN FREE SCHOOL ASSOCIATION is registered in United States. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
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Leadership
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Officers & trustees (12)
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12 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
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Sources and verification
- Registration and legal identity
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search
- Financial filings
- IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2022 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 30 disclosed in the public registry.
- Supplementary verification
- Charity Navigator
Data freshness
What we know and don't know
Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.
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Financial data · FY2022 on record
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Named leadership · 30 officers on file
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Executive pay · Disclosed
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Government registration · Registered with an official registry
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Mission statement · Published
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Official website · On record
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Headquarters address · On file
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Direct contact · Email or phone published
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Tax-deductibility · Verified
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Founding date · 2004
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Brooklyn Free School Association
- What is Brooklyn Free School Association?
- Brooklyn Free School Association is a education school (170(b)(1)(a)(ii)) based in Brooklyn, United States. Brooklyn Free School is an independent school with sliding scale tuition and a mission of education for social justice. Governed by democratic decision-making, Brooklyn Free School invites young people, aged three to 18, to partner in the creation of an exceptional educational experience.
- When was Brooklyn Free School Association founded?
- Brooklyn Free School Association was founded in 2004.
- Who leads Brooklyn Free School Association?
- Alan Berger serves as Finance Manager.
- Where is Brooklyn Free School Association located?
- Headquartered in Brooklyn, NY, United States.
- What is Brooklyn Free School Association's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2022 is approximately $1M-$10M. 100% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Brooklyn Free School Association trustworthy?
- Brooklyn Free School Association has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 67 out of 100 (Partial transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is Brooklyn Free School Association's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 201506040.
- What is Brooklyn Free School Association's website?
- https://brooklynfreeschool.org