irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $179KTRAINING AND WORKSHOPS: PROMOTE SCHOOL BUS SAFETY: TO SUPPORT, DEVELOP, AND REPRESENT THE PROFESSIONALS WHO ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE SAFE AND EFFICIENT TRANSPORTATION OF SCHOOL CHILDREN.
- #2 $0TRADE SHOW: PROMOTE SCHOOL BUS SAFETY: TO SUPPORT, DEVELOP, AND REPRESENT THE PROFESSIONALS WHO ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE SAFE AND EFFICIENT TRANSPORTATION OF SCHOOL CHILDREN.
named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
School Bus Safety Poster Contest
Annual K-12 student art contest promoting school bus safety awareness, with state-level judging and submission to national competition
Summer Conference and Trade Show
Annual conference bringing together school transportation professionals for education, networking, and industry exhibits
Winter Workshop
Annual professional development event featuring training sessions and workshops for school transportation staff
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Photography and Creative Arts Competitions 1 activity
- Administering the New York School Bus Safety Poster ContestConducts an annual poster contest during the school year in partnership with the New York State Education Department, awards cash prizes and certificates to winners across five divisions, and submits state-level first-place winners to the National Association for Pupil Transportation for national competition.
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Motor Vehicle Safety Education 1 activity
- Advancing school bus safety through advocacy and reporting initiativesEncourages tracking and reporting of illegal school bus passing zones to local police, especially in advance of Safe Stop Day. Supports local efforts by updating the Operation Safe Stop Tool Kit and distributing a "HOT SPOT" form for reporting high-risk locations.
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Professional Certification and Continuing Education 1 activity
- Conducting training and professional development programs for school transportation personnelOffers state-mandated and continuing education courses, including 19A refresher and SED SBDI programs, through workshops, webinars, and regional/statewide courses. Hosts the annual Winter Workshop and provides legal webinars in collaboration with law firms to support professional development.
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Transportation Policy Advocacy & Infrastructure Reform 1 activity
- Engaging in legislative and policy advocacy for pupil transportationMaintains ongoing engagement with newly appointed leadership of key legislative committees in New York State government to advocate on policy issues affecting student transportation and the profession.
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Professional Membership and Association Benefits 1 activity
- Managing membership programs for school transportation professionals and organizationsOffers multiple membership categories including active, associate, retired, and group memberships for businesses, with associated fees and benefits such as voting rights, conference access, and participation in education and advocacy programs.
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Professional Networking Events 1 activity
- Organizing annual conferences and trade shows for school transportation professionalsHosts an annual Summer Conference and Trade Show featuring over 35 workshops and general sessions, along with a trade show of approximately 75 exhibitors showcasing transportation technology and services. Also organizes virtual trade shows in collaboration with industry members.
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Organizational Newsletter Production and Distribution 1 activity
- Providing member resources and communication platformsDistributes a bi-weekly newsletter with updates on school transportation news and maintains a website with access to online resources, a membership directory, discussion forums, and links to state, federal, and private agencies relevant to pupil transportation.
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Organizational Governance & Leadership Development 1 activity
- Supporting organizational governance and chapter-level programmingGoverns through a board of officers and regional directors from 17 chapters across New York State, holding regular board and committee meetings (in-person and virtual). Operates standing and ad hoc committees, including a Leadership Institute certification program, mentor program, and scholarship committee.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$637K
Contributions & grants$119K19%
Program service revenue$513K81%
Investment income$4K1%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$531K
Program expenses70%
Admin / overhead30%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$175K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$560K
Cash$541K
Investments$0
Liabilities$195K
Net assets$365K
Liquid reserves12.2 mo
4 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +2.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 17
- CHARITY GREGORY — DIRECTOR
- CHRISTINE FINCH — DIRECTOR
- DAVID RICHARDSON — DIRECTOR
- DAVID WHITNEY — DIRECTOR
- GREG VERSPOOR — DIRECTOR
- JAMIE REINKE — DIRECTOR
- JASON CALLAHAN — DIRECTOR
- JEREMY BRICKS — DIRECTOR
- JERRY KEENAN — DIRECTOR
- KRISTENE REICHARD — DIRECTOR
- KRISTIN SERCU — DIRECTOR
- LAURENCE MCCAULEY — DIRECTOR
- MELISSA VERBRAAK — DIRECTOR
- PERRY ODDI — DIRECTOR
- RON MACKEY — DIRECTOR
- STACEY BRUCE — VICE PRESIDE
- STEVE SLEIGHT — DIRECTOR
relationships · 47
Who they work with
- ALLEGANY Network — Regional chapter of NYAPT engaged in local learning and advocacy activities
- Assembly Education Committee Government — Committee with which the organization interacts regularly
- Assembly Transportation Committee Government — Committee with which the organization interacts regularly
- Board of Directors Government — Approves full membership at scheduled board meetings held quarterly.
- CAPITAL DISTRICT Network — Regional chapter of NYAPT engaged in local learning and advocacy activities
- CENTRAL Network — Regional chapter of NYAPT engaged in local learning and advocacy activities
- CHAUTAUQUA-CATTARAUGUS Network — Regional chapter of NYAPT engaged in local learning and advocacy activities
- CRADLEPOINT Partner — Industry partner participating in NYAPT's virtual trade shows.
- DELCHENOT Network — Regional chapter of NYAPT engaged in local learning and advocacy activities
- Desmond Hotel Partner — Host venue for NYAPT board and committee meetings with coordinated room reservations for attendees.
- Facebook Partner — Shares organizational updates and member activities through an official Facebook page.
- GTSC Funder — Funded the Operation Safe Stop Committee's update of the Tool Kit
- Industry Leaders Partner — Corporate sponsors who support NYAPT's educational programs and are recognized as Industry Leaders.
- LEONARD BUS SALES Partner — Industry partner participating in NYAPT's virtual trade shows.
- LOWER HUDSON Network — Regional chapter of NYAPT engaged in local learning and advocacy activities
- MID HUDSON Network — Regional chapter of NYAPT engaged in local learning and advocacy activities
- MOHAWK Network — Regional chapter of NYAPT engaged in local learning and advocacy activities
- NASSAU Network — Regional chapter of NYAPT engaged in local learning and advocacy activities
- NEW YORK BUS SALES Partner — Industry partner participating in NYAPT's virtual trade shows.
- NORTHERN Network — Regional chapter of NYAPT engaged in local learning and advocacy activities
- NY THOMAS/MATTHEWS BUSES Partner — Industry partner participating in NYAPT's virtual trade shows.
- National Association for Pupil Transportation Network — NYAPT conducts its state poster contest in accordance with NAPT's guidelines and submits first place winners to NAPT for the national competition.
- New York State Assembly Government — Key contact for advocacy efforts
- New York State Board of Regents Government — Key contact for advocacy efforts
- New York State Department of Motor Vehicles Government — NYAPT members serve as certified examiners and inspectors through the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles.
- New York State Education Department Government — NYAPT members hold certifications as instructors through the New York State Education Department.
- New York State Education Department Partner — Partners with NYAPT to conduct the New York School Bus Safety Poster Contest.
- New York State Governor Government — Key contact for advocacy efforts
- New York State Senate Government — Key contact for advocacy efforts
- PREMIER WIRELESS Partner — Industry partner participating in NYAPT's virtual trade shows.
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strategies · 5
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.
- Chapter-Based Local Advocacy for Tailored Engagementmethodology: chapter-based_local_advocacyBy using a decentralized network of local chapters, the organization advances school bus safety because localized initiatives are better aligned with community-specific needs and increase grassroots advocacy impact.
- Creative Community Engagement to Educate on Safetymethodology: education-through-creative-engagementBy using non-competitive, creative initiatives like poster contests, the organization educates student riders about bus safety because participatory learning fosters awareness and behavioral change more effectively than punitive or competitive models.
- Direct and Legislative Advocacy to Influence Policymethodology: direct-lobbyingBy engaging directly with legislative leadership and employing lobbying efforts, the organization drives policy change because sustained access to decision-makers enables effective advocacy for school bus safety regulations and funding.
- Professional Representation to Improve Safety and Advocacymethodology: professional-representationBy supporting, developing, and representing pupil transportation professionals, the organization strengthens advocacy efforts and improves safety outcomes because empowered professionals are more effective in implementing and promoting best practices.
- Strategic Partnerships to Expand Educational Reachmethodology: industry-partnership_for_educationBy delivering safety education through corporate sponsorships and industry partnerships, the organization amplifies its training impact because it leverages external resources and networks to extend program reach and relevance.