named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
Community Giving Program
Distributes proceeds from event registrations and sponsorships to local nonprofits and educational organizations in Central New York, with over $235,000 donated since inception.
Liverpool Turkey Trot
Annual Thanksgiving Day running event featuring a 5K, 5-mile race, kids' Fast Feet Run, and dog walk, held in Liverpool, NY, with a festive post-race party and community gathering.
activities · 2 groups
What they do
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Organized Running and Triathlon Events 3 activities
- Host annual Thanksgiving-themed running and community eventOrganizes an annual Thanksgiving-themed event in Liverpool, NY that includes a 5K, 5-mile race, Kid's Fast Feet Run, dog walk, and family activities such as the Trotter's Egg Hunt at Wegmans Playground. The event draws at least 2,000 attendees and features pre- and post-race gatherings at the Barking Gull, live music, local vendors, and a karaoke contest.
- Offer virtual race optionProvides a virtual race option for participants if the in-person event is canceled due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances, ensuring continued engagement and participation.
- Provide race participant amenities and recognitionDistributes custom long-sleeve shirts to registered runners, kid's t-shirts for participants in the Kid's Fast Feet Run, and gifts for dogs in the Dog Walk event. Uses Chrono Track bib timing for accurate race results and recognizes annual champions and masters division winners in the 5K and 5-mile races, maintaining records of fastest male and female finishers.
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Community Event Fundraising 1 activity
- Donate event proceeds to support local nonprofits and educational organizationsAllocates proceeds from the event to fund community initiatives, including a $36,000 donation in 2025 and over $235,000 in total donations to nonprofit and educational organizations in Central New York over the past 12 years.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$154K
Contributions & grants$55K36%
Program service revenue$99K64%
Investment income——
Other revenue$528
expenses
Total expenses$109K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out$34K
balance sheet
Total assets$101K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$101K
4 years on record · 2022–2025 · YoY revenue +32.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
board members · 10
- ALFONZO WHITEHURST — DIRECTOR
- BILL MOORE — DIRECTOR
- BILL NORTON — DIRECTOR
- DAN JOHNSON — DIRECTOR
- ELIZABETH CONKLIN — DIRECTOR
- JEFF KLINE — DIRECTOR
- JOSEPH TELESCA — DIRECTOR
- THOMAS STAPLETON — DIRECTOR
- VAL MANZO — DIRECTOR
- WALTER WALKER — DIRECTOR
relationships · 16
Who they work with
- Barking Gull Partner — Host venue for pre- and post-race gatherings.
- Bluefors Partner — Title sponsor of the 12th Annual Liverpool Turkey Trot through its Cryomech brand.
- Clear Path for Veterans Partner — Recipient of $4,000 in donations from the 2025 Liverpool Turkey Trot.
- Corcoran Athletics Partner — Recipient of $4,000 in donations from the 2025 Liverpool Turkey Trot, distributed across football, basketball, and track & field programs.
- Empire Powersports Partner — Sponsors the karaoke contest at the post-race party.
- Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook as a platform for communication and outreach.
- Food Bank of CNY Partner — Partner organization receiving food donations collected during the event and packet pickup.
- Food Bank of CNY Partner — Recipient of $16,000 in donations from the 2025 Liverpool Turkey Trot.
- Instagram Partner — Uses Instagram as a platform for communication and outreach.
- Leone Timing Partner — Provides live race results and timing services.
- Liverpool Athletics Partner — Recipient of $3,000 in donations from the 2025 Liverpool Turkey Trot, supporting swimming and cross country programs.
- Q Center at ACR Health Partner — Recipient of $3,500 in donations from the 2025 Liverpool Turkey Trot.
- Recycle-A-Bull Bully Breed Rescue Partner — Recipient of $3,500 in donations from the 2025 Liverpool Turkey Trot.
- RunSignUp Partner — Hosts race results on its platform.
- The Home Team Pub Partner — Hosts food donation drop-off site during packet pickup for the Liverpool Turkey Trot.
- Vision in the Arts Liverpool (VITAL) Partner — Recipient of $2,000 in donations from the 2025 Liverpool Turkey Trot.
strategies · 2
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 Engagement Through Business Partnerships and Sponsorshipmethodology: community-business-partnershipBy offering tailored sponsorship and vendor opportunities, the organization strengthens local business ties and amplifies community visibility, because inclusive participation fosters shared investment in the event’s success.
- Event-Based Fundraising and Community Givingmethodology: event-based_fundraisingBy hosting an annual footrace, the organization generates community engagement and raises funds for local needs, because event participation and sponsorship create a platform for charitable giving and food donation collection.