named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
After the 214 Fund
Supports veterans navigating life after honorable discharge from the U.S. Armed Forces, including direct assistance and grants to partner organizations.
General Fund
Supports programs for kids, first responders, and veterans across all focus areas through distributions and direct initiatives.
The HAWKE Fund
Honors Lonnie Hawke and supports youth baseball programs in the Delaware Valley School District in partnership with the DV Baseball Booster Committee.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Vehicle Donation Processing 1 activity
- Accepting and monetizing donated items to fund programsCollects donations of sports cards, collectibles, vehicles, and other items; sells them through stores or other channels; and uses the proceeds to support charitable programs for youth, first responders, and veterans. Also uses donated items directly in programs or as awards in charitable activities.
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Youth Sports Access and Equipment Support 1 activity
- Funding youth baseball participation via the Hawke FundAdministers the Hawke Fund to support youth baseball in the Delaware Valley School District by covering participation costs, supplying equipment and apparel, and awarding $500 graduation grants to eligible student athletes.
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General Operating Support Grants 1 activity
- Funding youth, first responder, and veteran programs through a General FundOperates a General Fund that provides direct support and funds partner organizations to benefit children, first responders, and veterans in the Hudson Valley and Pike County, using unrestricted donations and fundraising proceeds.
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Charitable Grantmaking to Specific Causes 1 activity
- Grantmaking to support youth, first responders, and veteransFunds qualifying 501(c)(3) organizations whose work aligns with its mission of supporting children, first responders, and veterans through financial distributions and grantmaking.
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Veteran Support Grantmaking 1 activity
- Supporting veterans' transition to civilian life via the After the 214 FundOperates the After the 214 Fund to provide direct financial assistance and support to veterans and their families after honorable discharge, both directly and through partnerships with qualifying veteran-support organizations, with oversight by the board.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$93K
Contributions & grants$93K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$830%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$0
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
balance sheet
Total assets$93K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$93K
1 years on record · 2025–2025
relationships · 13
Who they work with
- Better Together Partner — Partner organization supporting Finn Dawg's mission.
- Community Foundation of Orange & Sullivan Counties Partner — Previously administered the HAWKE Fund as a Field of Interest Fund.
- DV Baseball Booster Committee Partner — Partners with Finn Dawg's to manage baseball programs funded through the Hawke Fund.
- Delaware Valley School District Partner — Manages baseball programs supported through the Hawke Fund in partnership with the DV Baseball Booster Committee.
- Department of Justice Government — Nick Ferrara, founder, previously worked at the Department of Justice in federal service.
- Finn Dawg's Cards & Collectibles for a Cause Inc Government — Recognized as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization with EIN 39-3565456
- Finn Dawg's Cars & Trucks for a Cause Partner — Collaborates on vehicle donations to support fundraising efforts.
- IRS Government — Follows IRS rules for donor tax deductions and provides written acknowledgment of donations upon request.
- Lonnie Hawke Partner — Friend and youth sports coach honored through the Hawke Fund.
- PayPal Government — Processes all donations securely; used for transaction handling without storage of payment information by the organization.
- Stronger Together Partner — Partner organization supporting Finn Dawg's mission.
- Walsh & Onofry Partner — Law firm where co-founder Bill Onofry is a partner.
- other qualifying 501(c)(3) organizations Partner — Distributes grants and funds to other 501(c)(3) organizations that serve children, first responders, and veterans.
strategies · 4
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.
- Flexible, Needs-Based Resource Allocationmethodology: flexible-funding-modelBy using unrestricted funding and donor-directed giving options, FINN DAWGS allocates resources where they are most needed or as prioritized by donors, because this flexibility increases responsiveness to community needs and strengthens donor engagement.
- Hybrid In-Kind and Cash Fundraising Modelmethodology: hybrid_donation_modelBy accepting a wide range of donated assets—including collectibles, vehicles, and cash—FINN DAWGS generates flexible funding for charitable programs, because diversified donation streams increase donor participation and maximize revenue potential across different donor segments.
- Networked Service Delivery for Veteransmethodology: partner_collaborationBy supporting veterans through both direct services and partnerships with established veteran organizations, FINN DAWGS expands reach and impact, because collaboration leverages existing infrastructure and expertise while maintaining direct community engagement.
- Values-Based Youth Development Through Sportsmethodology: values-based youth developmentBy integrating baseball programming with coaching that emphasizes teamwork, resilience, dignity, and selfless service, FINN DAWGS fosters youth development, because structured, values-driven athletic experiences build character and life skills.