named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Dom LaBargo Memorial Scholarship Fund
Provides scholarships to student athletes who demonstrate good sportsmanship, awarded annually at the Staten Island Bowling Hall of Fame Dinner.
Ray Laursen Memorial Scholarship Fund
Supports students who show exceptional commitment to community service and academic excellence.
Striking Out Breast Cancer
Annual initiative including a bowl-a-thon to raise funds and awareness for breast cancer, supporting the Breast Health Navigation Program at Staten Island University Hospital.
Veteran Hero of the Year Program
Recognizes and honors local veterans who have made a significant positive impact in the Staten Island community.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Local High School Scholarship Programs 1 activity
- Administering memorial scholarships for student athletes and future leadersOffers scholarships in memory of notable individuals to support students demonstrating sportsmanship, community service, and academic excellence, awarded annually at events such as the Staten Island Bowling Hall of Fame Dinner.
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Hospital and Medical Center Support 1 activity
- Funding breast health projects and awareness initiativesProvides grants to support local breast health programs, including the Breast Health Navigation Program at S.I. University Hospital and the American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Campaign, as part of broader community health support efforts.
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Charity Event Organization 1 activity
- Hosting annual fundraising events for community engagement and awarenessOrganizes recurring events such as the bowl-a-thon at Rab's Country Lanes and the Rab Wilkinson Memorial Strokes for Strikes Golf Outing to support breast cancer awareness and community involvement.
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Memorial and Veteran Honor Services 1 activity
- Recognizing veterans through the Veteran Hero of the Year ProgramAdministers and hosts an annual award program to honor exemplary veterans from Staten Island, including recognition at a gala event and through organizational communications.
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Commemorative Brick and Memorial Installations 1 activity
- Selling engraved bricks to support community projectsSells engraved bricks installed at the entrance of Rab's Country Lanes on Delaware Avenue as a fundraising initiative.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$35K
Contributions & grants$5K16%
Program service revenue——
Investment income$110%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$27K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out$25K
balance sheet
Total assets$33K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$33K
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -37.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 3
- DOLORES WILKINSON — DIRECTOR
- JAMES EPISCOPIA — DIRECTOR
- NAZARETH LAURSEN — DIRECTOR
relationships · 14
Who they work with
- American Cancer Society Partner — Partner organization supported through the Making Strides Campaign.
- Country Pro Shop & Awards Center Partner — Associated with the pro shop owned by Ray Laursen, Sr., the namesake of the scholarship fund.
- La Tourette Golf Course Partner — Host venue for the annual Strokes for Strikes Golf Outing.
- Rab’s Country Lanes Partner — Contributor to swag bags and affiliated with the foundation; mentioned in event materials.
- S.I. University Hospital Partner — Partner organization receiving support for its Breast Health Navigation Program.
- Staten Island Bowling Hall of Fame Partner — Collaborates to present the scholarship award at the annual awards dinner.
- Staten Island University Hospital Partner — Partnered to fund the Breast Health Navigation Program, providing support and resources for patients.
- Waypoint Government — Agency that powers the foundation's website
- Waypoint Government — Technology or service provider powering the organization's website
- Waypoint Government — Technology partner that powers the Rab Wilkinson Foundation website.
- Waypoint Government — Web development partner that powers the Rab Wilkinson Foundation website
- Waypoint Government — Web development partner; credited in website footer as powering the organization's site.
- Waypoint Partner — Technology or web development partner for the Rab Wilkinson Foundation
- Waypoint Partner — Web development and digital services partner that powers the foundation's website.
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 Recognition as Civic Empowermentmethodology: civic_recognition_modelBy publicly recognizing veterans and student athletes for service and sportsmanship, the foundation strengthens community values and encourages replication of those behaviors, because visible honor reinforces normative civic conduct and inspires broader participation.
- Event-Driven Community Fundraisingmethodology: event_based_fundraisingBy organizing recurring community events like bowling tournaments and golf outings, the foundation raises funds and awareness for breast cancer and scholarships, because participatory events combine social engagement with philanthropy to sustain donor involvement and broaden reach.
- Service-Based Scholarship Modelmethodology: service_based_scholarshipsBy awarding scholarships to students who demonstrate service and leadership, the foundation invests in character-driven education and community development, producing future leaders grounded in civic responsibility because demonstrated service is seen as a predictor of sustained community contribution.