named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Community Engagement & Outreach
Programs including Military Appreciation Nights, charity games, Honor Flight Rochester involvement, and partnerships with veteran service organizations to strengthen community ties and support veterans.
Financial Relief for Veterans
Assistance program that removes financial barriers to participation by covering costs for ice time, equipment, travel, lodging, and tournament fees for veterans and military families.
Veteran Hockey Program
Year-round competitive hockey program offering practices, league play, tournaments, and skill development for veterans and military families, designed to promote physical activity, resilience, and camaraderie.
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Event and Production Volunteer Coordination 1 activity
- Engage volunteers in event and program supportRecruits and utilizes volunteers to assist with logistics, media production, outreach, communications, and event operations in support of veteran hockey programs.
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Veterans' Social and Gathering Clubs 1 activity
- Foster veteran community and well-being through team camaraderie and outreachProvides a supportive hockey community to reduce isolation, improve mental and emotional well-being, promote physical fitness, and build connections among veterans, military families, and service members. Engages participants in community volunteering and youth outreach initiatives as part of team programming.
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Amateur Sports Competition Programming 1 activity
- Organize and operate hockey programs for veterans and military membersOrganizes regular pick-up hockey games, skills development sessions, and competitive play for veterans, active duty service members, reservists, Guardsmen, DoD civilians, and their families in Rochester, NY. Hosts over 40 games and events each season, including local league play, charity games, and veteran showcases.
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Hockey-Based Fundraising and Community Support 1 activity
- Provide financial and equipment support to veteran hockey participantsProvides financial relief and supplies hockey equipment—including helmets, sticks, jerseys, and protective gear—to veterans and military members. Covers costs such as ice time, travel, lodging, and tournament fees through fundraising and donations, directing 100% of sponsor funds to hockey operations and player support.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$6K
Contributions & grants$62011%
Program service revenue$5K88%
Investment income——
Other revenue$80
expenses
Total expenses$7K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$2K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$2K
2 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue -63.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
board members · 2
- Alex Gianforti — Director of Operations
- Sean Ragan — Director of Finance
relationships · 9
Who they work with
- Buffalo Warriors Partner — Competes against the Buffalo Warriors in veteran-focused hockey events.
- Flower City Special Hockey Partner — Hosted a match-up with the Flower City Special Hockey team in honor of Veterans Day.
- Flower City Warriors Network — Flower City Hockey Inc operates as Flower City Warriors, a veteran-focused hockey organization.
- Flower City Warriors Partner — Flower City Hockey Inc partners with Flower City Warriors to support veterans through hockey programs.
- Honor Flight Rochester Partner — Collaborates on homecoming events and veteran support activities.
- Jr. Amerks Partner — Collaborates with Jr. Amerks for Military Appreciation Night events.
- Mountaineers from the Fort Drum region Partner — Plays exhibition games against the Mountaineers from the Fort Drum region.
- Rochester Americans Partner — Collaborates with the Rochester Americans for Military Appreciation Night and charity hockey games.
- Rochester Americans Partner — Flower City Warriors shares visual branding space and regional representation with the Rochester Americans, suggesting a community or symbolic partnership in representing Rochester in hockey.
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.
- Camaraderie as a Pathway to Wellnessmethodology: camaraderie-as-medicineBy using team-based hockey to build strong social bonds, the organization addresses mental health challenges and isolation among veterans because meaningful peer connection improves psychological resilience and supports holistic wellness.
- Military Values as Cultural Frameworkmethodology: military-values-integrationBy embedding military-derived values—such as discipline, teamwork, and accountability—into team culture and governance, the organization maintains a familiar and structured environment that supports veteran cohesion and personal connection because continuity of values bridges military and civilian identity.
- Veteran Reintegration Through Structured Team Sportmethodology: veteran-sport-reintegrationBy engaging veterans in structured, team-based hockey activities that mirror military discipline and values, the organization fosters reconnection to mission, identity, and camaraderie, easing the transition to civilian life because shared structure and purpose reduce isolation and reinforce positive social bonds.