named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Annual 5K Turkey Trot
Thanksgiving morning 5K race in Saratoga Springs that draws community participants and raises funds for local organizations supporting children and families in need.
Annual Golf Tournament
Spring scramble-format golf event at McGregor Links CC that includes meals, prizes, and fundraising through player fees and hole sponsorships.
Bowling Tournament
Annual bowling event at Saratoga Strike Zone that brings teams together for recreation and fundraising, with proceeds supporting local nonprofits aligned with CDF’s mission.
Christopher Dailey Memorial Youth Gymnasium
Youth recreational facility in Saratoga Springs, NY, built in memory of Christopher Dailey, providing space for team and individual sports activities for community youth.
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Community Foundation & United Way Support 2 activities
- Funding local organizations for basic needs supportDonates funds to local community centers, schools, and nonprofits in Saratoga County that assist families in meeting basic needs such as food and clothing.
- General community grantmaking in Saratoga CountyProvides financial grants to organizations in Saratoga County that align with the foundation’s mission, supporting a broad range of community initiatives.
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Fundraising and Financial Support for IDD Services 1 activity
- Funding organizations that support children with disabilitiesProvides financial support to organizations serving children with physical and intellectual disabilities to promote active and joyful living, through a grantmaking process that includes accepting requests via Google Form and responding within 30 days.
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Organized Running and Triathlon Events 1 activity
- Hosting annual 5K Turkey Trot eventOrganizes and hosts an annual 5K race on Thanksgiving morning in Saratoga County, NY, with registration fees, early-bird pricing, and event t-shirts for participants. The event has been held for at least 24 years, including the 22nd and 23rd annual editions in recent years.
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Bowling League and Tournament Operations 1 activity
- Hosting annual bowling tournamentOrganizes an annual bowling tournament as part of its community event programming, with the second annual event having been held recently.
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Charity Golf Tournament Fundraiser 1 activity
- Hosting annual golf tournament fundraiserOrganizes an annual golf tournament featuring a scramble format, prizes, optional skins game, raffles, and meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) for participants. The event serves as a key fundraising activity for the foundation.
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Youth Sports Access and Equipment Support 1 activity
- Operation of the Christopher Dailey Memorial Youth GymnasiumDesigns, constructs, and operates the Christopher Dailey Memorial Youth Gymnasium in Saratoga County, NY, which supports and develops amateur athletes through ongoing access to athletic facilities. The gymnasium was fully funded and paid off by the foundation.
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Financial Aid and Scholarship Access Programs 1 activity
- Providing financial assistance for event participationOffers scholarships to families experiencing financial hardship to enable participation in foundation-hosted events, ensuring inclusive access.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$229K
Contributions & grants$218K95%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$430%
Other revenue$11K
expenses
Total expenses$230K
Program expenses96%
Admin / overhead4%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$603K
Cash$166K
Investments$0
Liabilities$381
Net assets$602K
Liquid reserves8.7 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue +3.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
board members · 5
- ANDREW ROESSNER — DIRECTOR
- BEN FARRELL — DIRECTOR
- BRENDAN DAILEY — DIRECTOR
- JENNA EDDY — DIRECTOR
- LAURA ROSE DAILEY — DIRECTOR
relationships · 12
Who they work with
- ARE Event Productions Partner — Partners with ARE Event Productions for online registration technology and secure payment processing.
- CBS6 Albany Partner — Media partner covering the Christopher Dailey Foundation's annual Turkey Trot events.
- Double H Ranch Network — Walter Reidy serves on the audit committee for the Double H Ranch.
- Gavin Park Partner — Partner location where the memorial gymnasium was constructed and paid off.
- Google Partner — Uses Google Forms as a platform for receiving funding requests.
- McGregor Links CC Partner — Host venue for the annual golf tournament.
- SNACPACK of Saratoga Network — John Roessner serves on the board of SNACPACK of Saratoga.
- Saint Clements Church Network — John Roessner serves as an usher and is on the Arimathea ministry at Saint Clements Church in Saratoga Springs, NY.
- Saratoga Hilton Hotel Partner — Uses the Saratoga Hilton Hotel as the venue for registration, packet pickup, and event start.
- Saratoga Sponsor-A-Scholar Network — Walter Reidy serves on the board of Saratoga Sponsor-A-Scholar.
- Saratoga Strike Zone Partner — Hosted the second annual CDF Bowling Tournament.
- The Friends of the Ulysses S. Grant Cottage Network — John Roessner serves as a Board of Trustee for The Friends of the Ulysses S. Grant Cottage.
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.
- Event-Based Fundraising for Sustained Impactmethodology: event_fundraising_sustainabilityBy hosting annual events like a golf tournament and community race, the foundation generates sustained funding for youth needs and food insecurity because recurring community participation builds long-term donor relationships and predictable revenue streams.
- Living Memorial Modelmethodology: living_memorialBy creating youth recreational facilities as a living memorial to Christopher Dailey, the foundation produces community enrichment and youth development because honoring a person through active, ongoing service deepens community engagement and sustains program impact.