named programs · 10 · from sources
What they call their work
College Internship Program (CIP)
Offers high school juniors and seniors with special needs immersive college experiences including coursework, dorm stays, and budgeting practice.
Deer Park Senior Awards
Scholarship initiative awarding financial support to graduating seniors with special needs who aspire to attend college.
Frost Buddies Program
After-school initiative fostering creativity and social skills through arts, crafts, and interactive activities for students with special needs.
Long Island Junior Soccer League Scholarship Program
Provides scholarships to graduating seniors who played in the league and mentored children with special needs, recognizing leadership and community service.
PAES Lab
Provides students with special needs in the Deer Park UFSD a hands-on environment for vocational, educational, and independent living experiences to support post-secondary success.
Queens College Scholarship
Provides financial assistance to a Queens College student with special needs to support their academic and career goals.
Sensory Room at Robert Frost Middle School
Installing a sensory room with specialized equipment to support life-skills students in managing sensory needs and building independence.
Tanger Outlets Yearly Shopping Spree
Annual event offering students in life-skills programs a day of shopping, movies, and lunch to practice budgeting, social interaction, and independence.
Unified Basketball & Bowling Teams
Inclusive sports programs in the Deer Park School District that integrate students with and without disabilities, promoting teamwork, sportsmanship, and school spirit.
Unified Soccer Program
Newly approved program launching fall 2026 in Deer Park School District to expand inclusive athletic opportunities for students of all abilities.
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Local High School Scholarship Programs 1 activity
- Award scholarships to graduating high school seniors with special needsProvides annual scholarships to graduating seniors with special needs from Deer Park High School and other qualifying students to support their pursuit of higher education. These scholarships are awarded to students with special needs planning to attend college, including those who mentored peers through the Long Island Junior Soccer League.
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Special Education Support Services 1 activity
- Fund enrichment and skill development programs for students with special needsSupports and funds a range of educational and developmental initiatives for children with special needs, including the PAES Lab for vocational and independent living skills, the Unified Sports Program for inclusive athletics, the Frost Buddies afterschool program for social skill-building, and a sensory room in the Life Skills classroom at Robert Frost Middle School.
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Inclusive Social & Recreational Events 1 activity
- Host annual shopping spree for life-skills studentsOrganizes an annual shopping event at Tanger Outlets in Deer Park, NY, enabling students in life-skills programs to practice real-world skills such as budgeting, decision-making, and social interaction in a supportive environment.
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Charity Golf Tournament Fundraiser 1 activity
- Organize annual fundraising golf tournamentHosts an annual golf outing featuring competitive categories such as best foursome, longest drive, and closest to the pin, with proceeds supporting scholarships and programs for children with autism and special needs.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$17K
Contributions & grants$2502%
Program service revenue——
Investment income——
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$15K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out$15K
balance sheet
Total assets$27K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$27K
6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue +42.8%
relationships · 9
Who they work with
- Deer Park School District Partner — Funding programs and initiatives for students with special needs within the district.
- Deer Park Union Free School District Partner — Collaborates on multiple initiatives including the PAES Lab, Unified Sports Program, Annual Shopping Spree, and Frost Buddies program.
- Health Plus Partner — Sponsor of the foundation's golf outing event
- King O'Rourke Automotive Group of Smithtown Partner — Donated a 2027 Cadillac LYRIQ as the Hole-in-One prize for the foundation's annual golf outing.
- Long Island Junior Soccer League Partner — Collaborates on a scholarship program for student-athletes who mentor children with special needs.
- Manorville Partner — Host location for the annual golf tournament.
- Queens College Partner — Receives scholarship support from the foundation for a student with special needs pursuing higher education.
- Section XI Sports Partner — Recognizes and supports the Unified Sports Program launched by the foundation in the Deer Park school district.
- Tanger Outlets Partner — Hosts the foundation's annual shopping spree event for students with special needs in Deer Park, NY.
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.
- Scholarship and Program Funding for Inclusion 387 orgsmethodology: scholarship_and_enrichmentBy providing scholarships and funding school-based programs, the foundation supports inclusion and access to resources for students with special needs because financial and programmatic support removes barriers to participation and promotes equitable opportunities.shared approach: Financial Barrier Reduction →
- Inclusive Sports for Social Integration 58 orgsmethodology: inclusive-sports-for-social-integrationBy integrating students with and without disabilities in competitive sports, the foundation fosters inclusion, confidence, and social connection because shared athletic experiences create peer bonds and reduce social isolation.shared approach: Adaptive Sports for Holistic Development →
- Experiential Learning for Life Skills Development 14 orgsmethodology: experiential_learning_for_life_skillsBy engaging students with special needs in real-world activities such as shopping and dining, the foundation builds practical life skills, independence, and confidence because hands-on experience reinforces learning and prepares students for post-secondary life.shared approach: Community-as-Classroom →
- Transition Readiness Through Simulated Environments 14 orgsmethodology: transition-readiness-through-simulationBy simulating real-world vocational and independent living tasks in a structured, hands-on setting, the foundation builds measurable post-secondary readiness because experiential practice enhances skill retention and confidence in students with special needs.shared approach: Community-as-Classroom →