About BeAbove Worldwide Institute
Serving New York City children and families for nearly four decades with excellence, equity, and excellence.
Our Mission
Our Journey
Key milestones in BeAbove's history of growth and community impact.
Founded with first center in South Bronx, serving 40 children and their families
Expanded to Brooklyn with Crown Heights center, doubling our capacity and reach
Received first federal Head Start grant, expanding services for low-income families
Reached 1,000 children served annually across four locations
Launched 3-K and Pre-K for All partnerships with NYC Department of Education
Adapted to remote family services during COVID-19, serving families safely at home
Opened 12th center in East New York, now serving 2,400+ children and families
Leadership Team
Dedicated professionals committed to excellence in early childhood education.
Dr. Patricia Morales
30+ years in early childhood education and community development
Raymond Chen
Strategic operations and financial management expertise
Denise Washington
Educational leadership and curriculum development specialist
Marco DeLuca
Family support and community engagement initiatives
Our Impact
Measurable outcomes that demonstrate BeAbove's commitment to early childhood excellence.
98%
Kindergarten readiness rate among BeAbove graduates
2,400+
Children served annually across 12 locations
95%
Parent satisfaction rating from annual surveys
37+
Years serving NYC families with dedication and care
Partners & Accreditation
Trusted partnerships and recognition from leading organizations in early childhood education.
Annual Reports & Publications
Transparency and accountability in everything we do. Download our latest reports and research.
2024 Annual Report
Comprehensive overview of BeAbove's programs, financials, and outcomes for the 2024 fiscal year.
Download PDF β2023 Impact Report
Detailed analysis of our community impact, family outcomes, and program achievements in 2023.
Download PDF βResearch Summary
Key findings from our ongoing research partnerships on early childhood education best practices.
Download PDF β