named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
After-School Program
Licensed youth program offering homework support, snacks meeting CACFP guidelines, arts and crafts, and physical recreation for children ages 5–12 from local school districts
Christmas Gift Adoption Program
Matches families in need with donors to provide children with winter clothing, bedding, and holiday gifts based on wish lists
Food Pantry
Provides monthly three-day food packages including staples, meat, produce, and dairy to families; offers weekly bread and produce distribution and non-food items such as diapers and hygiene products
Summer Camp
STEM-focused day enrichment program for children entering K–6th grade, featuring weekly themed sessions, field trips, and creative activities
Thanksgiving Meal Distribution
Provides full Thanksgiving meals including turkey gift cards and sides to families served by the pantry
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 2 activities
- Operate after-school youth enrichment programProvides after-school programming for children ages 5–12 from scheduled dismissal until 6:00 PM Monday through Friday, including snacks meeting USDA CACFP nutritional guidelines, supervised homework assistance, and developmentally appropriate creative and physical activities.
- Provide tutoring, mentoring, and recreational activities for school-age childrenOffers tutoring, mentoring, and recreational activities tailored to children in grades K through 8, supporting their academic, social, and emotional development through structured programming.
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Holiday and Seasonal Essentials Distribution 1 activity
- Host holiday programs to support familiesRuns holiday-specific programs including distribution of Thanksgiving meal baskets and a Christmas gift adoption program that provided gifts to 412 children in 2025.
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Food Distribution and Hunger Relief 1 activity
- Operate food pantry with weekly and holiday distributionsDistributes monthly three-day food packages containing staples, meat, fresh produce, bread, bakery items, and milk to individuals and families in need; offers weekly access to bread and produce, and provides non-food items including diapers, toiletries, personal hygiene products, and pet food. Also distributes Thanksgiving meal baskets and supports a Christmas gift adoption program for children.
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Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
- Run summer day enrichment and camp programs for youthOperates a licensed summer day enrichment program for youth featuring themed weekly sessions that include STEM activities, nature exploration, aquatic adventures, fishing, arts and crafts, musical movement, field games, and camp songs, held at locations including Dyken Pond, Peebles Island, and Emma Willard.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$435K
Contributions & grants$215K49%
Program service revenue$194K44%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$27K
expenses
Total expenses$512K
Program expenses89%
Admin / overhead11%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$288K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$158K
Cash$103K
Investments$0
Liabilities$35K
Net assets$123K
Liquid reserves2.4 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -10.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 9
- ANTHONY DERUSSO-DEMEO — Member
- BRADLEY LEWIS — Member
- DAWN BULMER — Member
- EVELYN KATZ GREENSTEIN — Secretary
- LAURA T BEVEVINO — Treasurer
- MARK PALLOZZI — Member
- MICHELLE HOUSER — President
- PAMELA COOPER — Vice President
- STEPHANIE ROBINSON — Member
relationships · 12
Who they work with
- Broadview Funder — Provides additional funding support.
- Dunkin' Joy in Childhood Foundation Funder — Partially funds the food pantry program.
- Emergency Food & Shelter Program Government — Provides grant funding through the Emergency Food & Shelter Grant program.
- Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook as a platform for fundraising and community engagement.
- Hannaford Partner — Provides regular donations of food to the pantry.
- New York State Office of Child and Family Services Funder — Partial funder of the after-school program.
- Not specified Partner — Collaborates with community donors who contribute food, gift certificates, and services for holiday programs.
- Regional Food Bank Partner — Provides food through the HPNAP grant and fresh produce; the organization has a Regional Food Bank account.
- Rensselaer County Department for Youth Funder — Partial funder of the after-school program.
- Rensselaer County Department for Youth Government — Partial supporter of Hope 7's summer program.
- The Food Pantries for the Capital District Funder — Provides additional funding and refers clients from outside the primary service area.
- Troy Public Library Partner — Shared the Hope 7 building with a branch of the Troy Public Library for many years.
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.
- Experiential Summer Learning Modelmethodology: experiential_learningBy using themed weekly sessions that integrate outdoor adventure, STEM, and creative activities, we sustain engagement and prevent learning loss because hands-on, immersive experiences are more effective than passive instruction in retaining and developing skills during summer months.
- Integrated After-School Support Modelmethodology: holistic-youth-developmentBy combining academic support with mentoring and recreation, we promote holistic youth development because integrated services address multiple dimensions of a child's growth simultaneously, increasing engagement and outcomes.
- Needs-First Distribution Frameworkmethodology: needs-first distributionBy prioritizing essential items like warm clothing and bedding over leisure gifts in assistance programs, we increase the effectiveness of aid because aligning distribution with urgent, basic needs ensures dignity and addresses the most critical vulnerabilities first.