DISCOVERY PATHWAYS

Programs

1. Environmental Education - In 2025, Free Community Boating and Fishing were our largest programs. We taught 10, 839 people in educational and recreational boating events. 7836 attended Free Community Boating days, while the rest attended targeted events for underserved groups, educational tours, and cultural events. 1,469 children attended educational visits from schools and Rec Centers. 2,437 people attended Free Family Fishing events and learned the basics of fishing, safety, water quality, and fish identification. Environmental education programs also included nature walks, birding, native plants, and more. Most programs are led by youth, but increased staff in 2025 allowed us to grow programs year round. All programs were free of charge for community members. Outreach is performed in 7+ languages to reach underserved communities. Free fishing rods, supplies, PFD's, binoculars, and gear are provided for all events. Lessons include environmental science, food chain, watershed science, water testing, and more.

   $38,210 spent
   13% of program spending

2. Community Health 2026- Discovery Pathways organized 3 large community health fairs and a Southeast Asian Water Festival. Over 5618 people attended these events. Events included healthy food, movement, yoga, zumba, games, dance, cooking, gardening lessons, and health resources. Partners at these events included Greener Partners, Vetri Community, Fleisher Art, Sharing Excess, and more. We distributed over 11,000 pounds of free produce and related cooking recipes. DP also connected families to free food at local pantries and kitchens. All our programs are culturally relevant and we work to translate outreach and materials. Throughout the year, we distributed 1370 healthy meals to youth and families. We held 3 larger educational health events for the community that featured free food, health materials, exercise instruction, and more. We organized and led a series of cooking classes and healthy eating programs in multiple languages. Many of our students experience barriers to accessing healthy food. We've made it part of our mission to ensure that our students are fed every day of our program. In addition to the meals we also provided many more snacks throughout our programs.

   $58,412 spent
   19% of program spending

3. Youth Empowerment Program: 35 students completed all components of a Environmental Education and Empowerment Program and 28 returning students remained involved. Students were trained in Environmental and Work Ready skills. 100% earned badges in kayak instruction, water testing science, public speaking, and environmental stewardship. Students learned communication skills, teamwork, watershed science and history, birding, species identification, fishing and advocacy as they worked collaboratively over 9 intensive summer weeks. Students implemented passion projects that included murals, raps, and videos. Programs continued through the fall. New youth became quickly empowered as leaders and taught boating, fishing, safety in nature, and more. 227 students applied for our summer program and 185 attended at least one meeting and event. Students completed scientific Ecoli and bacteria water testing for 18 weeks. We led 13 trips outside of South Philly with our youth program. These include rock climbing, hiking, kayaking, and team building. Summer culminated in a 4-day camping trip with 30 youth and youth leaders. A new second camping trip was added for 20 students who didn't get into…

   $162,657 spent
   53% of program spending

4. Youth Dragon Boat Team and Health Program - Our Dragon Boat team grew immensely in 2025. We added a new family health component and youth worked to train their family and community in healthy movement. 67 youth came to practices, with a core group of 38 youth regularly attending. We break down all barriers to access, providing everything free including clothes, equipment, race entry, and more. Land workouts began in March and continued through December. All students were new to this cultural sport and 90% were new to any exercise programs. 4 teens even made it onto Team USA and competed in Germany. The youth exceeded all expectations and won the regional Youth Cup, 2 gold medals, and a silver medal. Practices increased to 4 times a week for much of the summer and fall. In addition to practices at FDR Park and the Schuylkill River, exercise continued in local parks and Rec Centers. No students are cut based on physical skills, and instead we prioritize dedication and commitment to the team.

   $45,798 spent
   15% of program spending

The 4 programs described on its FY2025 Form 990, listed largest first by expense. Program spending in total: $305,077.