named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Beat the Heat and Roll with Dignity Project
Seasonal initiative providing cooling relief and mobility support; funded by TSBCF with a $15,000 grant in April 2026.
Staples for Stability Project
Program supporting housing stability through provision of essential household items; funded by Review Foundation with $5,000 grant.
Van Outreach Program
Mobile distribution using a refrigerated van acquired in 2024 to expand reach and food safety.
Weekly Sidewalk Distribution
Weekly distribution of hot meals, sandwiches, fresh produce, pantry staples, clothing, and hygiene items at the corner of 5th and State St. in Troy, NY, every Thursday year-round.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Food Distribution and Hunger Relief 3 activities
- Acceptance of donated food and pantry itemsAccepts deliveries of hot or cold prepared food trays between 4:30 and 5:00 PM and pantry items between 4:30 and 5:45 PM for redistribution during weekly distribution events.
- Enhanced food distribution capacity via refrigerated vehicleOperates a refrigeration van acquired in April 2024 to improve storage and distribution of perishable food items, increasing the organization’s capacity to deliver fresh and safe food.
- Weekly food and essential resources distributionOperates a weekly food and essential resources distribution program every Thursday in Troy, NY, providing hot meals, sandwiches, fresh produce, pantry staples, clothing, and hygiene items to individuals experiencing homelessness, food insecurity, and end-of-month resource shortages. Participation requires account registration, proof of residence, public assistance documentation every six months, and weekly presentation of photo ID.
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Nonprofit Capacity Building Services 1 activity
- Capacity-building through organizational leadershipProvides visionary leadership that supports organizational growth and increases awareness of community needs, contributing to expanded service delivery and outreach.
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Holiday and Seasonal Essentials Distribution 1 activity
- Gift distribution for childrenProvides gifts to over 575 children annually as part of seasonal or holiday outreach initiatives.
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Public Benefits Navigation and Enrollment 1 activity
- Referral services for health supportProvides referrals to health and social service providers, including 275 referrals to Healthy Alliance in 2025, to connect individuals with additional community resources.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Receiving grants and in-kind fundingReceives grants and in-kind contributions from foundations, credit unions, and community programs to support operations, including $20,000 from The McCarthy Charities, $10,000 from the Virginia and Harry Taylor Designated Fund, $10,000 in-kind advertising from Times Union, and other designated grants for safety, infrastructure, and care initiatives.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$418K
Contributions & grants$418K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$358K
Program expenses91%
Admin / overhead9%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$327K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$219K
Cash$185K
Investments$0
Liabilities$41K
Net assets$178K
Liquid reserves6.2 mo
3 years on record · 2022–2024 · YoY revenue +124.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 4
- Anthony Fontanelli — Treasurer
- Dawn Balwin — Secretary
- Nicholas Francella — Vice President
- Robin Fontanelli — President
relationships · 48
Who they work with
- AT&T Government — Participating carrier in SMS communications
- Bargain Grocery Partner — Local business supporter of Sidewalk Warriors Troy Inc
- Boost Government — Participating carrier in SMS communications
- Broadview Federal Credit Union Funder — Provided funding to Sidewalk Warriors Troy Inc for safety and infrastructure initiatives in 2024 and 2025.
- Broadview Federal Credit Union Partner — Supporter of Sidewalk Warriors Troy Inc
- C Spire Wireless Government — Participating carrier in SMS communications
- CDPHP Partner — Sponsor of the 6th Annual Fall Fundraiser at the Standard sponsorship level.
- Capital Roots Partner — Organizational partner supporting Sidewalk Warriors Troy Inc
- Cellcom Government — Participating carrier in SMS communications
- Christ Church Troy Methodist Partner — Donated storage space to support Sidewalk Warriors Troy's operations.
- Christ Church Troy United Methodist Partner — Provides space for the weekly distribution at its facility located at 35 State Street, Troy, NY.
- Church on State Street Partner — Hosts food and pantry item drop-off operations for Sidewalk Warriors Troy Inc.
- Compassion Coalition Partner — Collaborative partner supporting Sidewalk Warriors Troy Inc's mission
- Cricket Government — Participating carrier in SMS communications
- Deloitte Partner — Sponsor of the 6th Annual Fall Fundraiser at the Gold sponsorship level.
- Deloitte Partner — Supporter of Sidewalk Warriors Troy Inc
- Facebook Partner — Accesses profile and other information from Facebook when authorized by users.
- Fagan Associates Partner — Supporter of Sidewalk Warriors Troy Inc
- First New York Federal Credit Union Partner — Sponsor of the 6th Annual Fall Fundraiser at the Starter sponsorship level.
- Ginsberg's Foods Partner — Supporter of Sidewalk Warriors Troy Inc
- Healthy Alliance Partner — Collaborates with Sidewalk Warriors Troy to expand resources and capacity for assisting individuals in need.
- Healthy Alliance Partner — Partner organization to which Sidewalk Warriors Troy made referrals in 2025.
- InterOp Government — Participating carrier in SMS communications
- KeyBank Partner — Sponsor of the 6th Annual Fall Fundraiser at the Silver sponsorship level.
- MetroPCS Government — Participating carrier in SMS communications
- Pepper Rayfield HOPE Foundation Funder — Charitable foundation supporting Sidewalk Warriors Troy Inc
- Regional Food Bank Partner — Food distribution partner supporting Sidewalk Warriors Troy Inc
- Regional Food Bank Partner — Partner organization supporting Sidewalk Warriors Troy’s efforts to provide food assistance.
- Sprint Government — Participating carrier in SMS communications
- Stewart's Holiday Match Program Funder — Provided matching funds to Sidewalk Warriors Troy Inc in 2024 and 2025.
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strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Community-Driven Volunteer and Outreach Modelmethodology: community_driven_modelBy mobilizing local volunteers and building trusting, relationship-based connections, we produce sustained community engagement and service delivery, because local ownership and personal bonds increase reliability and responsiveness to need.
- Dignity-Centered Service Modelmethodology: dignity_centered_serviceBy combining material aid with personal connection and respectful engagement, we produce greater community belonging and hope, because treating individuals with dignity addresses both material and emotional dimensions of poverty.
- Responsive and Targeted Service Deliverymethodology: geographic_targetingBy focusing on geographically defined communities and adapting to expressed needs, we produce more effective resource allocation and impact, because localized, need-based targeting ensures relevance and efficiency in service provision.