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SCHENECTADY FIREFIGHTER CANCER FOUNDATIO
SCHENECTADY, NY · EIN 455496894 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE E12 · Health Care · Small ($100K-$1M) · neverfightalone.org
revenue
$115K
expenses
$54K
net assets
$249K
employees
0
volunteers
30
program ratio
100%
mission · from form 990

THE MISSION OF THE SCHENECTADY FIREFIGHTER CANCER FOUNDATION IS TO PROVIDE THE SCHENECTADY FIRE DEPARTMENT MEMBERS AND THEIR FAMILIES WITH AN OPPORTUNITY TO RECEIVE ASSISTANCE WHEN DEALING WITH CANCER. THEY STRIVE TO PROVIDE COMFORT, STRENGTH, AND HOPE IN DEALING WITH THE DEVASTATING EFFECTS OF CANCER THROUGH EDUCATION, ADVOCACY AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Schenectady Firefighters Cancer Foundation supports members of the Schenectady Fire Department and their families affected by cancer. It provides financial assistance, education, and advocacy to address the elevated cancer risks faced by firefighters. The organization raises funds primarily through its annual Run 4 Your Life 5K event and community donations.

named programs · 4 · from sources

What they call their work

Education and Advocacy Initiative
Offers cancer screening, prevention resources, and education on carcinogen exposure risks to firefighters and their families
Financial Assistance Program
Provides direct financial support to Schenectady Fire Department members and families dealing with cancer diagnoses
Hero Wall
Memorial display honoring firefighters and others affected by cancer, featured at events including the Run 4 Your Life 5K and annual tournaments
Run 4 Your Life 5K
Annual community race and walk event to raise awareness and funds for firefighter cancer support; includes a virtual option and draws over 600 participants
activities · 3 groups

What they do

  • Charity Event Organization 1 activity
    • Organizes annual Run 4 Your Life 5K event for firefighter cancer awareness and fundraising
      Hosts the annual Run 4 Your Life 5K, which draws over 1,000 attendees and engages more than 700 participants including local career and volunteer firefighters, with both in-person and virtual participation options available nationwide. The event has raised over $100,000 in recent years to support firefighter cancer prevention, awareness, and support initiatives.
  • Nonprofit Retail and Merchandise Sales 1 activity
    • Produces and distributes firefighter cancer awareness apparel
      Designs, produces, and distributes awareness shirts related to firefighter cancer in 2024 as part of its outreach and education efforts.
  • Firefighter Benevolent Financial & Medical Support 1 activity
    • Provides financial assistance, education, and advocacy support to firefighters and their families affected by cancer
      Offers direct support services including financial assistance, educational resources, and advocacy to members of the Schenectady Fire Department and their families impacted by cancer.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$115K
Contributions & grants$18K16%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$6K5%
Other revenue$91K
expenses
Total expenses$54K
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$249K
Cash$249K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$249K
Liquid reserves55.6 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +28.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 9
  • AIMEE KEOUGH — DIRECTOR
  • ANDREW DECOCCO — TREASURER
  • ASHLEY SCHNORE — TRUSTEE
  • CHRIS APA — TRUSTEE
  • JAMES RAUCCI — CHAIR TRUSTEE
  • JOHN FALOTICO — SECRETARY
  • KEVIN TALBOT — TRUSTEE
  • MATTHEW MARCH — ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
  • TOM SCHETTINE — TRUSTEE
relationships · 4

Who they work with

  • 2025 RFYL Sponsors Partner — Sponsors supporting the Run For Your Life 5k event to raise funds and awareness for firefighter cancer prevention.
  • Martin Harding & Mazzotti, LLP Partner — Legal firm collaborating with the foundation on awareness and support initiatives
  • Paul Harding of Martin, Harding, and Mazzotti Partner — Long-time race partner supporting the Run 4 Your Life event.
  • Schenectady Fire Department Partner — Partner agency in addressing firefighter cancer risks and supporting affected personnel
strategies · 4

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-Event Fundraising
    methodology: community-event_fundraising
    By hosting community-based events like 5K runs, we generate both funds and public awareness, because participatory events foster emotional connection and sustained support for firefighters affected by cancer.
  • Community-Partnership Outreach
    methodology: community-partnership-outreach
    By partnering with external organizations such as legal firms, we extend our reach and amplify awareness of firefighter cancer risks and support resources, because cross-sector collaborations strengthen advocacy and broaden impact.
  • Comprehensive Support Model
    methodology: comprehensive-support-model
    By combining financial assistance, education, and advocacy, we address the full spectrum of challenges — physical, emotional, and systemic — faced by firefighters and families affected by cancer, because integrated support produces more sustainable outcomes than isolated interventions.
  • Peer-Led Prevention and Education
    methodology: peer-led prevention and education
    By engaging active-duty firefighters in leadership and education roles, we increase credibility and trust within the fire service community, because peer influence drives greater adoption of cancer prevention practices and program engagement.