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MIKEY GS EMBRACING WINGS FOUNDATION

MERRICK, NY · EIN 872707206 · Form 990EZ · FY2024 · NTEE T30 · Philanthropy & Grantmaking · Micro (<$100K) · mikeygsembracingwings.com
revenue
$11K
expenses
$10K
net assets
$17K
employees
mission · from form 990

TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL RELIEF TO LAW ENFORCEMENT FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN WITH MEDICAL CONDITIONS AND DISABILITIES

profile · synthesized from sources

Mikey G’s Embracing Wings Foundation provides financial assistance to children in law enforcement families who have medical conditions or disabilities. The organization was founded in memory of NYPD officer Michael Geraldi and supports families by funding non-reimbursed medical expenses and equipment. Eligible recipients must have at least one parent who is active or retired law enforcement in good standing.

named programs · 1 · from sources

What they call their work

Medical Expense Assistance Program
Provides financial support to cover non-reimbursed medical expenses and equipment for dependent children in law enforcement families when claims are denied or partially covered by insurance
activities · 6 groups

What they do

  • Organizational Sustainability Management 2 activities
    • Coordinating donor and corporate engagement and organizational strategy
      Manages relationships with donors and corporate supporters, coordinates fundraising initiatives, and oversees organizational communication and strategic direction.
    • Managing financial administration and fiscal operations
      Oversees the foundation’s financial functions including cash flow management, bill payment and recording, debt tracking, bank selection, and bank statement reconciliation.
  • Nonprofit Organizational Management 1 activity
    • Ensuring legal and governance compliance
      Provides legal support to the foundation and maintains compliance through accurate board documentation, meeting minutes, policy proposals, official reporting, and membership recordkeeping per legal and bylaw requirements.
  • Community Event Fundraising 1 activity
    • Hosting fundraising and community events
      Organizes and hosts annual events such as Paint & Sip, Forever Freestyle, Visits from Heaven, Hilarity for Charity, Trunk or Treat, Car & Motorcycle Show, and Bingo & Beats to engage donors and raise funds.
  • Community Event-Based Giving Programs 1 activity
    • Organizing volunteer-driven events and care package distribution for families
      Coordinates volunteers to prepare care packages and support community events aimed at assisting families served by the foundation.
  • Community Service and Charitable Outreach 1 activity
    • Participating in third-party charitable drives and toy collections
      Engages in external charitable efforts including food drives with Cure of Ars church, toy donations for Toys-for-Tots and the John Thiessen Children’s Foundation, and fundraising for Last Hope Pet Adoption.
  • Law Enforcement Family Crisis Support 1 activity
    • Providing financial assistance to families of law enforcement officers with children who have medical conditions or disabilities
      Offers financial support to cover non-reimbursed medical expenses and equipment for dependent children of law enforcement officers who are living with medical conditions or disabilities.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$11K
Contributions & grants$11K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue
expenses
Total expenses$10K
Program expenses
Admin / overhead
Fundraising
Salaries & benefits
Grants paid out$414
balance sheet
Total assets$17K
Cash
Investments
Liabilities
Net assets$17K
3 years on record · 2021–2024 · YoY revenue -56.3%
relationships · 15

Who they work with

  • Board of Elections Government — Employer of Enzo Tutino, Vice President of Mikey G's Embracing Wings Foundation.
  • Cure of Ars Partner — Church-affiliated food drives in which Michael participated.
  • Facebook Partner — Social media platform used for outreach and engagement by Social Media Ambassadors
  • Instagram Partner — Social media platform used for outreach and engagement by Social Media Ambassadors
  • John Thiessen Children’s Foundation Partner — Recipient of toy donations gathered by Michael.
  • Last Hope Pet Adoption Partner — Recipient of fundraising efforts initiated by Michael through the Mustang club.
  • Lushes Restaurant & Bar Partner — Hosted the Bingo & Beats Fundraiser event.
  • Medical Professionals Partner — Accepts referrals from doctors, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, nurses, and social workers for children in need of support.
  • Nassau County Bar Association Partner — Jason Abelove is a volunteer for the Nassau County Bar Association COVID pro bono program.
  • Nassau County Medical Center Partner — Jason Abelove serves as a board member, indicating a leadership affiliation with the organization.
  • New York City Department of Education Government — Carmen Geraldi has been an educator with the New York City Department of Education for 20 years.
  • PayPal Partner — Payment platform used to process tax-deductible donations
  • Schiavone & Evola CPAs PC Partner — Accounting firm operated by advisory board member Michelle Bocci, contributing financial expertise to the foundation.
  • Toys-for-Tots Partner — Partner organization for toy collection and distribution efforts.
  • U.S. Census Bureau Government — Former employer of Enzo Tutino, where he served as a field supervisor.
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.

  • Hobby-Based Community Organizing for Philanthropy
    methodology: philanthropy_through_hobby-based_community_organizing
    By mobilizing communities around shared interests—such as Mustang car enthusiasm—we transform passion into fundraising and service, because peer-affinity networks increase engagement and sustain long-term charitable participation.
  • Peer-Amplified Digital Outreach
    methodology: peer_amplified_digital_outreach
    By leveraging volunteer social media ambassadors, we expand reach and engagement through peer-driven sharing on platforms like Facebook and Instagram, because messages spread more effectively through trusted personal networks than through institutional channels.
  • Targeted Financial Relief for Law Enforcement Families
    methodology: targeted_financial_relief
    By providing financial assistance specifically to law enforcement families caring for children with medical conditions or disabilities, we reduce their economic and emotional burden because these families face unique service-related risks and needs that amplify hardship.