irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $0Masons Mission Golf outing 2024
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
College Scholarship Program
Grants $5,000–$10,000 annually to college seniors pursuing education in special education or pediatric physical/occupational therapy
Explore and More Museum Indoor Playground
Indoor inclusive play space developed in partnership with the Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Explore and More Museum in downtown Buffalo
Mason's Mission Pendleton Park Playground
First fully inclusive playground built by the foundation, featuring wheelchair-accessible swings and a suspended play space; part of a multi-phase campus plan
Supermatty's Water Park
Inclusive water park designed for children with disabilities, featuring waterproof wheelchairs and an electronic independent track system to transport children around the park
The Magical Playground atop the Hills of Holland
Third inclusive playground project built in partnership with Holland Central School District, serving as a community-wide inclusive play space
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Inclusive Playground Development 2 activities
- Design and construction of inclusive playgrounds for children with disabilitiesPlans, designs, and constructs inclusive, ADA-compliant playgrounds accessible to children with disabilities, with completed projects including the Mason's Mission Pendleton Park Playground, The Magical Playground in Holland, Supermatty’s Water Park, and an indoor inclusive playground at the Explore and More Museum in Buffalo. The organization aims to build 1 to 2 inclusive playgrounds annually in partnership with communities or organizations across Western New York.
- Funding and development of inclusive community spaces in partnership with municipalitiesCollaborates with local governments, such as the Town of Pendleton, to develop inclusive community spaces featuring accessible walkways, restrooms, gathering areas, and specialized play equipment like dual wheelchair-accessible swings, expanding access for seniors, veterans, families, and individuals with disabilities.
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Healthcare Education Scholarships and Fellowships 1 activity
- Awarding scholarships for students in special education and pediatric therapy fieldsProvides annual scholarships ranging from $5,000 to $10,000 to college seniors pursuing degrees in special education or pediatric physical and occupational therapy, supporting future professionals in disability-related care and education.
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Community Event Fundraising 1 activity
- Organizing fundraising events to support inclusive play initiativesHosts program service events such as the Masons Mission Golf Outing (2024), Bowl for Play fundraiser (generating $11,000 in gross revenue), and a winter raffle with ticket sales managed by board members to finance inclusive playground projects and related facilities.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$105K
Contributions & grants$105K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$87K
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$16K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$99K
Cash$99K
Investments$0
Liabilities$99K
Net assets$0
Liquid reserves13.7 mo
4 years on record · 2021–2024 · YoY revenue +142.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jason Evchich | President | 22 | $16K |
board members · 3
- Jennifer Evchich — trustee
- Micahael Muiscarella — Treasurer
- Micahel Lenney — Trustee
relationships · 19
Who they work with
- Brad Angelo Lanes Partner — Hosted the Bowl for Play fundraiser event and provided staff support.
- Canisius College Partner — Partner institution for scholarship program and potential collaboration in advancing inclusive education.
- Darren Partner — Board member selling raffle tickets for Mason's Mission Foundation.
- Explore and More Museum Partner — Partnered to create an indoor inclusive playground in downtown Buffalo.
- Facebook Partner — Platform used for volunteer coordination and outreach during playground build campaign
- Holland Partner — Collaborated to build The Magical Playground atop the Hills of Holland.
- Holland Central School District Partner — Partnered with Mason's Mission Foundation in the construction of an inclusive playground.
- Lindsay Partner — Board member selling raffle tickets for Mason's Mission Foundation.
- Mike Partner — Board member selling raffle tickets for Mason's Mission Foundation.
- NY State Parks Environmental Fund Government — State-funded program supporting environmental and recreational infrastructure projects.
- Praxiis Foundation Partner — Supported the construction of the inclusive playground in Holland.
- Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Explore and More Museum Partner — Partner organization for the 2022 project to promote indoor inclusion.
- The Children’s Guild Foundation Partner — Supported the construction of the inclusive playground in Holland.
- Town of Pendleton Partner — Collaborating on the development of an inclusive community space.
- Town of Pendleton Partner — Local government partner in funding and supporting community facility projects.
- Tricia Partner — Board member selling raffle tickets for Mason's Mission Foundation.
- United Way Partner — Collaborated with United Way's Next Generation United Pitch 10, which awarded funding or recognition to Mason's Mission Foundation.
- corporate partners Partner — Works with corporate partners to fund and support the construction of a special needs playground.
- local governments Government — Collaborates with local governments to build a special needs playground in Pendleton, NY.
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.
- Community-Led Development to Build Ownership and Inclusionmethodology: community_led_developmentBy engaging local communities and volunteers in the design and construction of inclusive playgrounds, we create centers of belonging, because community-led projects strengthen local investment, promote sustainability, and model inclusive collaboration.
- Inclusive Play Environments as Developmental and Social Interventionmethodology: inclusive_playBy designing fully inclusive playgrounds and recreational spaces, we enable children of all abilities to engage in play and social interaction, because such environments foster belonging, confidence, and holistic development for children with disabilities.
- Positive Reframing of Disability to Shift Cultural Narrativesmethodology: positive_reframingBy using strengths-based language like "Limited Edition" to describe children with disabilities, we shift societal perceptions from deficit to value, because reframing identity positively enhances dignity, self-worth, and public inclusion.