irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $7KLAKE AND STREAM FISHING TRAINING AND TECHNIQUES FOR YOUTH, HANDICAPPED AND MILITARY VETERANS ORGANIZATIONS, CONSERVATION AND EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS
- #2 $11KEDUCATION YOUTH SCHOLARSHIPS ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS, COLLEGE TUITION, HUNTING AND FISHING TRAINING, SAFETY TRAINING, SHOOTING ACTIVITIES, NATIONAL HUNTING AND FISHING DAY PROGRAMS.
named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
Hunter, Bow, and Trapping Classes
Instructional programs in hunting, bow usage, and trapping offered to members and the public
Kids Christmas Party
Annual holiday event for children, hosted in partnership with community organizations
Kids Fishing Derby
Annual event introducing youth to fishing, part of the club's youth outreach and conservation education efforts
Pancake Breakfast
Community breakfast event open to the public, supporting fellowship and outreach
Trap League
Seasonal shooting sports league with spring and fall sessions, open to teams and individual participants
Veterans and Special Groups Outreach
Hosts veterans from the Buffalo VA Hospital and groups like Camp Good Days and Cerebral Palsy twice a year
Youth Scholarships
Provides scholarships for environmental conservation camp, college tuition, and hunting/fishing training
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Conservation-Focused Outdoor Sports Education 1 activity
- Community and youth conservation education programsProvides education to community members and youth on wildlife and environmental conservation, including fishing and hunting safety, and offers training in lake and stream fishing techniques for youth, people with disabilities, and military veterans.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Community outreach and public eventsSponsors and hosts annual public events such as a Kids Fishing Derby, Pancake Breakfast, and Kids Christmas Party, and provides inclusive recreational opportunities for veterans, individuals with cerebral palsy, and Camp Good Days participants twice annually.
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Membership-Based Hunting and Fishing Clubs 1 activity
- Operation of a conservation-focused club facilityOperates a club house on property in Elma, NY for recreational, athletic, and educational activities centered on fishing, hunting, trapping, and environmental conservation, fostering fellowship among members and the community.
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Wildlife Conservation and Sustainable Hunting Management 1 activity
- Wildlife stocking and habitat conservation initiativesEngages in conservation efforts by raising and releasing over 1,000 pheasants to support local wildlife populations and habitat sustainability.
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Shooting Sports Training and Safety 1 activity
- Youth and veteran outdoor skills training and eventsOrganizes and hosts trap shooting events and leagues, including structured programs such as a spring trap league with weekly scores, and provides access to shooting practice and score shooting with associated fees.
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Youth Outdoor & Conservation Education Scholarships 1 activity
- Youth scholarships and conservation camp supportOffers scholarships to youth for environmental conservation camps, college tuition, and training in hunting, fishing, safety, and shooting activities, including participation in National Hunting and Fishing Day programs.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$160K
Contributions & grants$40K25%
Program service revenue$49K30%
Investment income$5K3%
Other revenue$67K
expenses
Total expenses$165K
Program expenses33%
Admin / overhead67%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$377K
Cash$168K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$377K
Liquid reserves12.3 mo
3 years on record · 2021–2024 · YoY revenue -1.1%
relationships · 5
Who they work with
- Buffalo VA Hospital Partner — Hosts veterans patients from the Buffalo VA Hospital twice a year.
- Camp Good Days Partner — Hosts participants from Camp Good Days twice a year.
- Erie County Federation of Sportsman Clubs Network — Member of the Erie County Federation of Sportsman Clubs.
- National Rifle Association Partner — Has an affiliation with the National Rifle Association.
- Scope Partner — Has an affiliation with Scope.
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.
- Habitat and Population Restoration Through Direct Interventionmethodology: habitat_and_population_restorationBy restocking fish and game populations and improving stream habitats, the organization enhances ecological health and biodiversity because direct, on-the-ground interventions address immediate threats to species sustainability and ecosystem resilience.
- Inclusive Recreational Outreach for Underserved Groupsmethodology: inclusive_recreational_outreachBy hosting recreational events specifically for veterans and individuals with disabilities, the organization promotes equity in access to conservation activities because inclusive programming builds broader community support and strengthens the conservation movement through diverse participation.
- Recreation-Based Conservation Educationmethodology: recreation_based_conservation_educationBy using recreational activities like fishing, hunting, and trap shooting as entry points, the organization fosters community engagement and promotes long-term stewardship of natural resources because participation in these activities creates personal investment in conservation outcomes.