named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Beginner Hockey Program
Introduces children ages 4 and up to hockey fundamentals including skating, stickhandling, passing, and shooting in a supportive environment
House Program
Open to players of all skill levels, providing inclusive opportunities to learn and play hockey within the Empire Hockey Conference
Merry Mitemas Tournament
Annual event organized by board member Allyson Valyear to engage young players and families in seasonal competition
Mite Hockey Program
Designed for players ages 5 to 8, focusing on skill development through cross-ice games and practices that increase puck contact and decision-making
WNYAHL Competitive Teams
Offers Squirt through Midget level programs in the Western New York Amateur Hockey League for more advanced players
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Youth Ice Hockey Development 5 activities
- Beginner hockey programming for childrenOffers beginner hockey programs for children ages 4 and older, with session options starting in October and January, a full-season option totaling 31 hours of ice time, and instruction through drills and games focused on fundamental skills.
- Competitive travel hockey teamsOrganizes and supports travel hockey teams that participate in competitive leagues, tournaments, and events, including participation in the WNYAHL and reintegration of Midget MOHL with 25 participating teams.
- Hosted youth clinics and eventsHosts skill development clinics led by experts and free community events such as the Try Hockey for Free initiative and a free youth hockey event for children ages 4–9, aimed at building confidence and introducing new players to the sport.
- Skill development and coaching for youth playersProvides structured coaching in skating, stickhandling, passing, and shooting through drills, practices, and scrimmages; offers specialized training and access to top-tier resources to enhance player abilities on and off the ice.
- Youth hockey programs for all skill levelsOffers youth hockey programs ranging from beginner-level Timbits and Mite Cross-Ice to competitive travel teams, including Squirt through Midget levels in WNYAHL mixed brackets and house leagues affiliated with the Empire Hockey Conference, ensuring inclusive participation for children of all skill levels.
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Nonprofit Capacity Building Services 1 activity
- Coaching education and supportServes as ACE Coordinator to provide resources, education, and development opportunities for coaches, building organizational capacity in coaching excellence.
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Youth Sports Access and Equipment Support 1 activity
- Financial assistance for player participationProvides scholarships to enable children to participate in hockey programs regardless of financial constraints.
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Figure Skating Instruction and Development 1 activity
- Learn to Skate program leadershipLeads the Learn to Skate program as a certified skating coach, providing foundational skating instruction within the GAHA framework.
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Recreational Game Programming 1 activity
- Local practices and games to support accessibilityHosts local practices and games to minimize travel demands and accommodate family scheduling needs, enhancing accessibility and participation.
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Youth Sports Community Events 1 activity
- Seasonal tournaments and community eventsOrganizes and co-chairs annual events including the Merry Mitemas Tournament, Rampart Homecoming, and end-of-season banquets for all age levels to build community and celebrate participation.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$232K
Contributions & grants$10K4%
Program service revenue$217K93%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$5K
expenses
Total expenses$256K
Program expenses99%
Admin / overhead1%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$4K
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$85K
Cash$84K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$85K
Liquid reserves4.0 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +10.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 15
- ALLYSON VALYEAR — REGISTRAR
- ANDREW LANG — TREASURER
- BRIAN MCCARTHY — VP OF WNY/ACE COORDINATOR
- CARRIE WYDER — DIRECTOR
- DALE HUTCHINS — PRESIDENT
- DAN CALKINS — DIRECTOR
- JAMES PATRIC — DIRECTOR
- JEREMY HALE — DIRECTOR
- LUIS REYES — DIRECTOR
- MALORIE BENJAMIN — DIRECTOR
- MARCIA BARNES — BEGINNER PROGRAM COORDINAT
- PAUL MAIER — VP OF EMPIRE
- RUSS BORDEN — DIRECTOR
- STEVEN PIES — DIRECTOR
- THERESA DE MARS — SECRETARY/EQUIPMENT
relationships · 18
Who they work with
- Batavia City School District Partner — Andrew Lang serves as Business Administrator; connection indicates institutional alignment with local education system.
- Batavia Ramparts Network — GAHA is the home organization for the Batavia Ramparts hockey teams.
- Batavia Ramparts Hockey Partner — GENESEE AMATEUR HOCKEY ASSOCIATION partners with Batavia Ramparts Hockey on sponsorship opportunities to support youth hockey programs.
- David M. McCarthy Memorial Foundation Government — Brian McCarthy is President; foundation supports youth athletics and shares naming with local ice arena.
- David M. McCarthy Memorial Ice Arena Partner — Provides free rental skates for the event.
- David McCarthy Memorial Ice Arena Partner — Primary facility used for hockey activities and operations
- Empire Hockey Conference Network — House Program is affiliated with the Empire Hockey Conference of Rochester.
- Erie County Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Project, Inc. Partner — Daniel Calkins is employed there; indicates professional community engagement by board member.
- Junior Achievement Program of WNY Partner — Theresa DeMars volunteers with this program, indicating ties to youth economic education initiatives.
- Leadership Genesee Partner — Theresa DeMars volunteers here, showing connection to local leadership development networks.
- Parents Partner — Parents support travel teams through transportation, fundraising, and attendance at games and tournaments.
- UMMC Foundation Partner — Theresa DeMars volunteers here, reflecting broader community health and civic engagement.
- USA Hockey Government — Follows USA Hockey's recommendations for team structure and player development in the Mite program.
- USA Hockey Government — Partner organization requiring membership and registration for participants
- USA Hockey Government — Requires participants to register through USA Hockey and provide membership number for GAHA registration.
- USA Hockey Partner — Partner organization providing free jerseys for participants.
- United Way Partner — Theresa DeMars volunteers with this organization, indicating cross-sector community involvement.
- WNYAHL Government — Administrative body overseeing the Midget MOHL league.
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.
- Holistic Youth Development Through Sportsmethodology: holistic_youth_developmentBy integrating hockey instruction with character-building values such as sportsmanship, teamwork, and personal growth, the organization fosters long-term engagement and off-ice development, because positive, inclusive experiences strengthen both players and community.
- Positive and Inclusive Entry Point for New Playersmethodology: learn_to_playBy offering learn-to-play programs with confidence-building, encouraging instruction, the organization reduces barriers to entry and fosters early enjoyment of hockey, because a supportive introduction increases retention and broadens participation.
- Tiered Skill-Based Player Developmentmethodology: tiered_player_developmentBy structuring programming across beginner, recreational, and competitive levels and using balanced competition and cross-ice models, the organization accelerates skill acquisition and game understanding, because development is optimized when training is age-appropriate and matched to player ability.