named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Confidential Counseling Services
Partners with Hands on Health Associates and the National Institute for Psychotherapies to offer expedited, confidential mental health care via telehealth or in-person, including therapy and family counseling
Financial Assistance Program
Provides direct financial aid to FDNY EMTs and paramedics experiencing hardship due to illness, injury, or other crises; applicants must submit detailed financial information for review
Housing Security Grant Program
Supports FDNY EMS personnel in maintaining housing stability following catastrophic events, funded by Reisenbach Philanthropies
activities · 4 groups
What they do
-
Supportive and Emergency Housing Services 1 activity
- Administers Housing Security grant for FDNY EMS members impacted by catastrophic eventsManages a Housing Security grant funded by Reisenbach Philanthropies to support FDNY EMS members facing housing instability due to catastrophic events.
-
-
Direct Mental Health Counseling and Support Services 1 activity
- Facilitates access to confidential mental health services for FDNY EMS members and familiesProvides confidential mental health treatment via telehealth or in-person, including after-hours and weekend appointments, at no additional cost beyond insurance, with services available to partners and family members. Since September 11, 2023, the fund has offered expedited access to these services through partner organizations.
-
-
Charity Golf Tournament Fundraiser 1 activity
- Organizes annual fundraising events to support program operationsHosts recurring events such as the Annual Golf Classic and the "Easter Ice Cream Treat" fundraiser to generate support for its assistance programs for FDNY EMS personnel and their families.
-
-
Member Hardship Assistance Programs 1 activity
- Provides financial assistance to FDNY EMS members and families during hardshipOffers financial and supportive security to emergency medical technicians, paramedics, and their families in cases of death, injury, illness, or hardship. This includes reviewing applications and collecting personal and financial information to assess eligibility.
-
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$366K
Contributions & grants$340K93%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$39K11%
Other revenue$-13K
expenses
Total expenses$285K
Program expenses74%
Admin / overhead21%
Fundraising5%
Salaries & benefits$115K
Grants paid out$109K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$844K
Cash$48K
Investments$796K
Liabilities$0
Net assets$844K
Liquid reserves35.5 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +20.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 16
- ALLISON SHAUGHNESSY — DIRECTOR
- ANTHONY ALMOJERA — VICE-CHAIR - PAST
- BRENDAN MCCORMACK — DIRECTOR
- BUFFY REDSECKER — DIRECTOR
- CARL GANDOLFO — SECRETARY
- DAVID CIRA — DIRECTOR
- GARY MILLER — DIRECTOR
- INDRE SAVICIUTE — DIRECTOR
- JAMES HAMILTON — DIRECTOR
- JOHN MCGUIRE — CHAIRPERSON
- KATHLEEN KNUTH — TREASURER
- KHADIJAH HALL — DIRECTOR
- KIM HRANICKY — DIRECTOR
- MANUEL RAMOS — RECORDING TREASURER
- NADRA BLELIS — RECORDING SECRETARY
- PAMELA HOLMES SAXTON — DIRECTOR
relationships · 8
Who they work with
- Hands On Health Associates, LLC Partner — Collaborates to provide expedited access to confidential mental health services for FDNY EMTs and paramedics.
- Hands on Health Associates Partner — Provides expedited access to confidential mental health services for FDNY EMS members and families through the EMS Hotline.
- Hands on Health Associates Partner — Provides expedited access to confidential mental health services through the EMS Hotline.
- Honor Emergency Fund Partner — Shares applicant information confidentially with the Honor Emergency Fund for eligibility determination.
- National Institute for Psychotherapies Partner — Provides longer-term psychotherapy, EMDR, and medication consultation services to FDNY EMS members and families.
- National Institute for Psychotherapies Partner — Provides longer-term psychotherapy, EMDR, and medication consultations for FDNY EMS members and families.
- Reisenbach Philanthropies Partner — Provided a Housing Security grant to support FDNY EMS members impacted by catastrophic events.
- Town of Oyster Bay Golf Course Partner — Hosted the EMS FDNY Help Fund Golf Classic event.
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.
- Needs-Based Crisis and Financial Support for EMS Personnel and Families 27 orgsmethodology: needs-based_assessmentBy delivering targeted financial and emotional assistance during crises—such as injury, illness, or death—the organization promotes stability for EMS personnel and their families, because support is contingent on verified financial need and designed to address acute hardship directly.shared approach: Direct Support Through Symbolic Legacy →
- Confidential, Expedited Mental Health Access for First Respondersmethodology: confidential_mental_health_supportBy providing immediate, confidential, and cost-covered mental health care tailored to EMS personnel, the organization increases utilization and engagement because it reduces stigma, financial barriers, and access delays that typically deter first responders from seeking help.