named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
10U-18U Travel Teams
Competitive travel hockey teams (e.g., 10U Select, 12U AA, 14U AA) for advanced players seeking higher-level competition beyond house leagues.
8U House Program
House league program for players ages 7–8 focusing on fundamentals, sportsmanship, and age-appropriate development through cross-ice and half-ice games; includes local travel and runs from October to February.
Learn to Play Program
Free 16-week program for children ages 4–8 introducing skating, stick handling, and love of hockey using USA Hockey ADM principles; held at Cass Park in Ithaca with no travel required.
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Youth Ice Hockey Development 2 activities
- Operate youth "Learn to Play" hockey programOffers a free 16-week introductory hockey program annually for children aged 4 to 8, held locally in Ithaca, NY, to teach skating and hockey fundamentals.
- Run house and travel hockey programs for youth (8U–18U)Operates recreational house, Snowbelt, and competitive travel hockey teams for youth players aged 8U to 18U, including 8U house programs with limited local travel and AA-level travel teams, based in Ithaca.
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Youth Sports Safety & Risk Management 1 activity
- Enforce USA Hockey Safe Sport policies for participant safetyImplements locker room safety protocols aligned with USA Hockey’s Safe Sport Program, including pre-arrival sweeps, monitored access, and bans on cell phones and recording devices to protect youth participants from abuse.
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Nonprofit Retail and Merchandise Sales 1 activity
- Manage team jersey orders through registration systemOperates a jersey ordering system via registration, offering jerseys at $100 each or $200 for a set with name plate, with delivery directly to teams at the rink.
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School Sports Booster Programs 1 activity
- Provide financial need-based scholarships for youth hockeyOffers scholarships covering up to 75% of house team fees to ensure access for youth players based on demonstrated financial need.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$180K
Contributions & grants——
Program service revenue$175K97%
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expenses
Total expenses$184K
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balance sheet
Total assets$5K
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Net assets$5K
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -7.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 5
- ADAM LAWTON — BOARD MEMBER
- ELISSA COSGROVE — DIRECTOR OF TRAVEL TEAMS
- JENNIFER KWIATKOWSKI — DIRECTOR OF FUNDRAISING
- SKIP PARR — DIRECTOR OF PLAYER DISCIPLINE
- UKIAH KRAUSS — DIRECTOR OF PLAYER DISCIPLINE
relationships · 5
Who they work with
- IYHA Partner — Handles jersey ordering and number assignment for teams.
- Ithaca Hockey Partner — Collaborates on team announcements and player selection for the 14U AA team.
- New York State Amateur Hockey Network — State-level affiliate under which the program operates.
- USA Hockey Government — Adheres to USA Hockey’s Safe Sport Program and policies for participant protection.
- USA Hockey Network — Affiliated program following the USA Hockey American Development Model and requiring USA Hockey registration.
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.
- Volunteer-Driven Community Engagement 911 orgsmethodology: volunteer-driven_modelBy relying on a volunteer-driven model involving coaches, administrators, and families, we strengthen community ownership and sustainability because active participation fosters shared responsibility and deeper investment in youth outcomes.shared approach: Youth Development Through Sports →
- Recreation-Based Youth Development 58 orgsmethodology: recreation-based_youth_developmentBy using youth hockey participation and skill development as a vehicle, we foster personal growth and positive youth development because structured recreational engagement builds character, discipline, and social responsibility.
- Age-Appropriate Skills Development Framework 50 orgsmethodology: age-appropriate-skills-developmentBy implementing the USA Hockey American Development Model and using modified ice surfaces and station-based drills, we enhance skill acquisition because developmentally appropriate practices increase puck touches, repetition, and confidence in young players.shared approach: Recreation-Based Youth Development →
- Barrier-Free and Equitable Access Model 18 orgsmethodology: barrier-free_accessBy removing financial and structural barriers through free programming, financial assistance, and adaptive policies, we promote equitable access to youth hockey because inclusion increases participation and long-term engagement among underrepresented and economically vulnerable families.shared approach: Developmental Access Model →
- Inclusive Environment as a Developmental Foundationmethodology: inclusive_environmentBy cultivating a safe and inclusive environment that affirms diversity in race, gender, ability, and socioeconomic status, we improve youth engagement and belonging because inclusion enhances psychological safety and long-term program participation.