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THE SLEEPY HOLLOW GERMAN SHORTHAIRED POINTER CLUB
CAMPBELL HALL, NY · EIN 262127229 · Form 990EZ · FY2025 · Micro (<$100K) · sleepyhollowgspclub.com
revenue
$5K
expenses
$5K
net assets
$8K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

THE PURPOSE OF THIS ORGANIZATION IS TO PROMOTE THE PROPER SPORTMENSHIP AND HUNTING SKILLS,

profile · synthesized from sources

The Sleepy Hollow German Shorthaired Pointer Club is a breed-specific dog club founded in 1988 to promote responsible breeding and field training of German Shorthaired Pointers. It organizes AKC-sanctioned specialty shows, hunt tests, obedience trials, and rally events. The club emphasizes sportsmanship, education, and adherence to the American Kennel Club breed standard.

named programs · 4 · from sources

What they call their work

Hunt Tests
Field events evaluating the hunting performance of German Shorthaired Pointers at East Mountain Shooting Preserve in Dover Plains, NY
Junior Showmanship
Youth program promoting dog handling skills among young members during specialty events
Rally Trials
AKC-compliant rally obedience trials promoting training and handler-dog teamwork, held at Golden Rule School for Dogs in Andover, NJ
Specialty Breed Shows
AKC-sanctioned events showcasing German Shorthaired Pointers, including conformation, sweepstakes, and veteran competitions
activities · 2 groups

What they do

  • Dog Sports and Conformation Events 2 activities
    • Organizing and conducting AKC-sanctioned dog events
      Plans and executes American Kennel Club-sanctioned specialty breed shows, field events, hunt tests, obedience trials, and rally trials specifically for German Shorthaired Pointers. Events are held at various locations, including East Mountain Shooting Preserve in Dover Plains, NY, and Golden Rule School for Dogs in Andover, NJ, with scheduled events extending to June 2025.
    • Promoting sportsmanship and hunting skills
      Advances proper sportsmanship and field skills related to hunting with German Shorthaired Pointers, supporting breed-specific performance and training standards.
  • Membership Program Administration 1 activity
    • Administering formal membership and ethical standards
      Manages a structured membership process that requires applicants to submit a completed application and sign a Code of Ethics, promoting responsible ownership and breeding practices among members.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$5K
Contributions & grants——
Program service revenue$401%
Investment income——
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$5K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$8K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$8K
6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue +26.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025

Who runs it

board members · 5
  • DENISE AVERY — DIRECTOR
  • JOHATHAN HYMAN — DIRECTOR
  • KIMBERLY PETTS — DIRECTOR
  • LESLIE JAVARONE — DIRECTOR
  • SUSAN PROHASKA — DIRECTOR
relationships · 8

Who they work with

  • American Kennel Club Government — Conducts events under AKC regulations and adheres to AKC breed standards.
  • American Kennel Club Government — Sanctioned specialty breed club operating under the Rules and Regulations of the American Kennel Club.
  • East Mountain Shooting Preserve Partner — Hosted the club's hunt tests for German Shorthaired Pointers.
  • German Shorthaired Pointer Club of America Network — Member club of the German Shorthaired Pointer Club of America.
  • Golden Rule School for Dogs Partner — Hosted the Sleepy Hollow German Shorthaired Pointer Club's Rally Trial event.
  • Mid-Hudson Kennel Association, Inc Partner — Co-hosts a concurrent specialty dog show with The Sleepy Hollow GSP Club.
  • Mid-Hudson Kennel Association, Inc. Partner — Co-hosted a concurrent specialty dog show with Sleepy Hollow German Shorthaired Pointer Club.
  • hdwyacre@aol.com Partner — Primary contact email for membership inquiries
strategies · 3

How they approach the work

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  • Ethics-Driven Membership Model
    methodology: ethics-based_membership
    By requiring formal application and commitment to a Code of Ethics, the club cultivates a responsible and accountable community of breeders and owners, because structured ethical commitments reduce malpractice and promote long-term stewardship of the breed.
  • Knowledge Sharing to Strengthen Breed Expertise
    methodology: knowledge_exchange_network
    By fostering exchange among members, the club advances collective expertise in breeding, training, and care, because peer-to-peer learning improves individual practice and raises overall breed standards.
  • Responsible Breeding Through Breed Standards
    methodology: responsible_breeding_standards
    By adhering to the American Kennel Club's breed standard as the benchmark for excellence, the club ensures ethical breeding practices and maintains the integrity of the German Shorthaired Pointer breed, because standardized criteria reduce health and temperament risks associated with irresponsible breeding.