irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $73KPROVIDE A HOST OF EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS TO HELP BETTER SERVE THE NEEDS OF THE EMERGENCY RESPONDERS WITHIN THE GREATER SOUTHERN TIER REGION OF NEW YORK STATE. THE PRIMARY SERVICE AREA INCLUDES, CHEMUNG, SCHUYLER AND STEUBEN COUNTIES.
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Continuing Medical Education (CME) Recertification Program
Supports EMS providers in recertifying through a blended learning model including core content delivery, skills evaluation, and administrative assistance for CFR, EMT, AEMT, EMT-CC, and EMT-P levels
Heartsaver First Aid Certification
Offers blended-learning first aid training with online coursework and in-person skills testing for individuals and organizations
Public Access Defibrillation (PAD) Program
Coordinates AED deployment and reporting for organizations in Chemung, Schuyler, and Steuben Counties, including registration, training coordination, and post-use reporting
ePCR Implementation Support
Assists EMS agencies in transitioning to electronic patient care reporting using ImageTrend Elite, including training and submission of DOH 5136 forms to qualify for NYS CME recertification
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Community CPR and First Aid Training 5 activities
- Advanced life support and recertification trainingProvides blended learning programs for Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), combining eSimulation-based eLearning with in-person skills sessions led by AHA instructors. Also offers New York State Certified CIC instruction, skills evaluations, and recertification support for EMS providers, including tracking progress and submitting final documentation to the NYS Department of Health Bureau of Emergency Medical Services.
- Bleeding control and trauma response trainingOffers the Bleeding Control Basic Course to train laypersons and non-medical individuals in initial trauma care and hemorrhage control techniques.
- EMT and paramedic training programsProvides EMT and paramedic education across Chemung, Schuyler, and Steuben Counties, New York, including lecture-based and practical instruction, clinical patient contacts, and preparation for the NYS EMT-Basic Certification exam. The program reports high retention and employment placement rates, with an average 80.8% student retention and 92.7% positive employment placement for paramedic graduates between 2018 and 2024.
- Epinephrine administration training for EMTsProvides hands-on training and annual continuing education for basic EMTs in the use of syringe epinephrine, as approved by the Southern Tier Regional Medical Advisory Committee.
- Heartsaver and BLS certification coursesOffers American Heart Association (AHA)-aligned Heartsaver First Aid, CPR, and Bloodborne Pathogens courses for individuals and workplace personnel, including in-person skills sessions with AHA instructors. Requires pre-registration and may reschedule classes with fewer than five enrolled students.
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Opioid Harm Reduction Services 1 activity
- Opioid overdose response training and naloxone administrationProvides training for EMS and public safety providers on recognizing opioid overdose symptoms, assembling mucosal atomizer devices, and administering intranasal naloxone in compliance with New York State protocols. Offers online training and print materials to support these efforts.
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Regional EMS Coordination and Quality Improvement 1 activity
- Public Access Defibrillation program supportCollects and manages quality assurance data for Public Access Defibrillation (PAD) programs in Chemung, Schuyler, and Steuben Counties, processes post-use reports for automated external defibrillators, and provides contact information for PAD refresher training support in Chemung County.
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Health Information Exchange Support 1 activity
- ePCR platform access and trainingProvides access to a test version of the ImageTrend Elite ePCR platform for BLSFR and ambulance agencies to evaluate and enter sample data, supporting electronic patient care reporting adoption.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- EMS recertification support and documentation servicesAssists EMS departments with documentation required for recertification reimbursement and submits final recertification paperwork to the New York State Department of Health Bureau of Emergency Medical Services.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$245K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$123K50%
Investment income$115K47%
Other revenue$7K
expenses
Total expenses$359K
Program expenses66%
Admin / overhead34%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$214K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$2.21M
Cash$36K
Investments$1.81M
Liabilities$24K
Net assets$2.19M
Liquid reserves61.5 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -34.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| MICHAEL R PIROZZOLO | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (THRU FEB) | 40 | $104K |
board members · 9
- ARTHUR SULLIVAN — TREASURER
- DANIEL G SCHWARTZ — TRUSTEE
- DYLAN KELLOGG — TRUSTEE
- J MICHAEL MUCCI — VICE PRESIDENT (THRU FEB)
- JAMES ALLARD — TRUSTEE
- JAMES CHRABASZCZ — TRUSTEE
- JAMES WORTHINGTON — EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
- MARY ANN TEETER — SECRETARY
- RICHARD KIMBALL JR — PRESIDENT
relationships · 15
Who they work with
- American Heart Association Government — Collaborates with AHA PALS Instructors to conduct PALS Hands-on Sessions and issue PALS Provider course completion cards.
- American Heart Association Government — Delivers ACLS training using curriculum and methods approved by the American Heart Association.
- American Heart Association Network — Issues two-year certification for course completion through American Heart Association programs.
- American Heart Association Partner — Collaborates with AHA to deliver Heartsaver First Aid certification courses, including instructor-led skills sessions.
- Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs Government — Accredits the paramedic training program upon recommendation of CoAEMSP.
- Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions Government — Recommends accreditation for the paramedic training program.
- EMSTAR Partner — Organization providing Bleeding Control Basic Course training
- ImageTrend Partner — Partners with ImageTrend to provide free ePCR entry forms for BLSFR and ambulance agencies via the ImageTrend Elite platform.
- NYS Division of EMS Government — Requires students to meet minimum competencies as defined by NYS Division of EMS Policy 24-03.
- New York State Government — Designated as the program agency for Emergency Medical Services in the Southern Tier Region of New York State.
- New York State Government — Follows NYS-approved policies and procedures for opioid overdose prevention and response.
- New York State Department of Health Bureau of Emergency Medical Services Government — Submits final recertification documentation and administers programs in compliance with state requirements.
- New York State Department of Health Bureau of Emergency Medical Services and Trauma Systems Government — Works with the NYS Bureau of EMS to support EMS agencies in transitioning to electronic patient care reporting and compliance with state policy.
- STREMS Council Government — Southern Tier Regional Emergency Medical Services Council is the statutory body coordinating EMS systems in Chemung, Schuyler, and Steuben Counties; EMSTAR serves as its regional program agency.
- Southern Tier Regional Medical Advisory Committee Government — Approves training programs for the use of syringe epinephrine, enabling EMSTAR to schedule hands-on training and continuing education.
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.
- Barrier Reduction Through Cost-Free, Standardized Digital Toolsmethodology: barrier_reductionBy providing cost-free access to standardized ePCR documentation tools and developing them through collaborative input, we increase adoption of electronic reporting among BLS agencies because removing financial and technical barriers improves compliance and data quality in rural and under-resourced settings.
- Blended and Simulation-Based Learning to Enhance Clinical Decision-Makingmethodology: blended_learningBy combining self-directed online learning with in-person skills testing and eSimulation technology, we improve knowledge retention and real-time clinical decision-making because interactive, scenario-based practice in virtual environments reinforces theoretical learning with applied experience.
- Civilian First Responder Training to Reduce Preventable Mortalitymethodology: community_first_responderBy training civilians in bleeding control and immediate response techniques, we reduce preventable deaths during delays in professional first responder arrival because early intervention in the "golden hour" significantly improves survival outcomes.