named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Annual Sponsored Walk Out Shirt Initiative
Distributes branded shirts to high school wrestlers with sponsor logos, generating community visibility and program funding
Claw Club Coaching Program
Offers structured training sessions led by experienced coaches with over 30 years of combined wrestling expertise
In-Season Athlete Development
Provides supplemental funding for tournament fees, uniforms, and equipment upgrades for varsity and JV wrestling teams
Tournament Hosting
Organizes wrestling tournaments in partnership with USA Wrestling to provide competitive opportunities and raise funds for youth programs
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Youth Wrestling Development Programs 3 activities
- Support for wrestling program operations and staffingFunds operational costs for youth wrestling programs including concession stand operations, Section XI dues, and hiring additional coaching staff to maintain program quality and accessibility.
- Youth wrestling tournaments and competitive eventsOrganizes and hosts wrestling tournaments and competitive events in partnership with USA Wrestling, providing local athletes with opportunities to demonstrate their skills and raising funds to support program sustainability.
- Youth wrestling training and personal development programsProvides structured, free wrestling training for middle and high school students, focusing on skill development, physical fitness, discipline, and character education through certified coaching and educational resources. Programs are offered seasonally and include winter season sessions, with support for hundreds of athletes through partnerships with schools and community organizations.
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Youth Sports Access and Equipment Support 2 activities
- Distribution of sponsored walk out shirts to high school wrestlersDesigns and distributes an annual sponsored walk out shirt to high school wrestlers at no cost, serving as a symbol of pride and camaraderie within the wrestling community.
- Provision of wrestling equipment and uniformsCovers tournament fees and provides new uniforms, singlets, and seasonal equipment upgrades for varsity and junior varsity wrestling teams to ensure equitable access to competitive resources.
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Domestic and Sexual Violence Prevention Education 1 activity
- Combating human trafficking through awareness and law enforcement collaborationProvides intelligence to law enforcement, facilitates training services, and raises community awareness to combat human trafficking.
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Mental Health Research and Services Funding 1 activity
- Funding youth drug addiction prevention and recovery programsAllocates resources to support external organizations working on youth drug addiction prevention and recovery, expanding community impact through grantmaking.
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Rare Genetic Disease Research and Advocacy 1 activity
- Research and treatment for pediatric catastrophic diseasesConducts research and provides treatment aimed at advancing cures and prevention of pediatric catastrophic diseases.
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Recognition and Awards Programs 1 activity
- Scholarships, awards, and special events for youth wrestlersOrganizes end-of-year celebrations, awards ceremonies, and senior night events that include scholarship recognition, guest coaching sessions, and clinics to honor and support graduating wrestlers.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$5K
Contributions & grants$5K100%
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expenses
Total expenses$1K
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balance sheet
Total assets$4K
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Net assets$4K
2 years on record · 2023–2024
relationships · 12
Who they work with
- Atlantic Counter Trafficking (ACT) Partner — Supported by Ironside Foundation to combat human trafficking through intelligence and training.
- Bethpage Physical Therapy East Partner — Provides sponsorship support to Ironside Foundation.
- J&R long Island Industrial Inc Partner — Provides sponsorship support to Ironside Foundation.
- NGOs Partner — Collaborates with NGOs to support hundreds of athletes through community-based initiatives.
- Section XI Government — Pays dues and participates in events organized by Section XI, a regional athletic conference.
- St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Partner — Supported by Ironside Foundation for pediatric disease research and treatment.
- USA Wrestling Partner — Partnership to host wrestling tournaments for local athletes.
- community centers Partner — Partners with community centers to deliver wrestling programs and promote inclusivity.
- community initiatives Partner — Works with community initiatives to broaden the reach and inclusivity of youth wrestling programs.
- high school wrestlers Partner — Recipients and wearers of the sponsored walk out shirts, representing the youth athlete community supported by the foundation.
- local schools Partner — Collaborates with local schools to increase accessibility of wrestling programs.
- local schools Partner — Partners with local schools to expand access to wrestling programs and support youth development.
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.
- Character Development Through Sportmethodology: character-development-through-sportBy using wrestling as a structured vehicle for training and competition, we cultivate life skills such as respect, perseverance, discipline, and sportsmanship because the physical and mental demands of the sport provide a context for experiential learning and personal growth.
- Holistic Youth Developmentmethodology: holistic-youth-developmentBy integrating wrestling with support systems that address broader youth challenges such as drug addiction, we foster holistic development because athletic engagement serves as an entry point for deeper social and behavioral interventions.
- Inclusive Access Modelmethodology: removing financial barriersBy removing financial barriers and partnering with schools and community centers, we expand access to high-quality wrestling programs across socioeconomic groups because equitable access enables broader participation and maximizes athlete and personal development potential.