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Fight For Fire Fighters Foundation Inc
Massapequa, NY · EIN 842117580 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE T50 · Philanthropy & Grantmaking · Small ($100K-$1M) · fightforfirefightersfoundation.com
revenue
$172K
expenses
$163K
net assets
$82K
employees
0
volunteers
50
program ratio
55%
mission · from form 990

To provide support and functional assistance for the injured , sick and those in need. To improve the everday lives of those who have sacrificed for others.

profile · synthesized from sources

Fight For Fire Fighters Foundation Inc supports first responders, their families, and community members in need, primarily through building wheelchair ramps and providing functional assistance. Founded by FDNY firefighters in 2017, the organization operates across New York State and honors fallen members through its service projects. The foundation emphasizes community-driven support and direct charitable action without strict eligibility criteria.

named programs · 2 · from sources

What they call their work

Steven Pollard Memorial Fishing Tournament
Annual fishing event honoring fallen firefighter Steven Pollard, serving as a community engagement and fundraising activity
Wheelchair Ramp Construction
Builds medically necessary home modifications, particularly wheelchair ramps, for individuals in need across New York State
activities · 3 groups

What they do

  • Home Accessibility Modifications 1 activity
    • Construction of wheelchair ramps for individuals with accessibility needs
      Builds wheelchair ramps across New York State for first responders, their families, and community members in need, including individuals with severe ALS and children with disabilities. Projects include completed ramps in locations such as Seaford, Long Island.
  • Recreational Boating and Sailing Programs 1 activity
    • Organization of the Steven Pollard Memorial Fishing Tournament
      Organizes the annual Steven Pollard Memorial Fishing Tournament, a charitable event aimed at community engagement and fundraising, with planning details for future events such as the 2026 tournament underway.
  • Firefighter Benevolent Financial & Medical Support 1 activity
    • Provision of direct charitable support to injured, sick, or needy individuals
      Provides functional and direct assistance to injured, sick, or needy individuals, particularly those who have made sacrifices for others, including firefighters, through needs-based initiatives led by the foundation president.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$172K
Contributions & grants$172K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$163K
Program expenses55%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising45%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$65K
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$82K
Cash$82K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$82K
Liquid reserves6.0 mo
2 years on record · 2023–2024 · YoY revenue +39.6%
relationships · 20

Who they work with

  • Andrew Spadaro Partner — Board member of the Fight For Firefighters Foundation.
  • Bob Kittleberger Partner — Board member of the Fight For Firefighters Foundation.
  • Building Homes for Heroes Partner — Proud sponsor of Fight For Fire Fighters Foundation Inc
  • Charles McLean III Partner — Board member of the Fight For Firefighters Foundation.
  • Coalition Partner — Requires participants to be present at the coalition to win prizes, indicating a partnership or shared event space.
  • Dave Doxsey Partner — Board member of the Fight For Firefighters Foundation.
  • DeWalt Partner — Proud sponsor of Fight For Fire Fighters Foundation Inc
  • FDNY Government — Foundation is closely tied to FDNY culture and serves members of the department.
  • FDNY Partner — Founded by FDNY firefighters from Canarsie's Bravest Engine 257 Ladder 170 Battalion 58.
  • FDNY Foundation Partner — Proud sponsor of Fight For Fire Fighters Foundation Inc
  • James Kennedy Partner — Board member of the Fight For Firefighters Foundation.
  • John Vaeth Partner — Board member of the Fight For Firefighters Foundation.
  • New York City Council District 32 Partner — Proud sponsor of Fight For Fire Fighters Foundation Inc
  • Pat Klein Partner — Board member of the Fight For Firefighters Foundation.
  • Rusty Roth Partner — Board member of the Fight For Firefighters Foundation.
  • Sal Sodano Partner — Board member of the Fight For Firefighters Foundation.
  • Seaford Partner — Location where a ramp was built for a child in need.
  • Timmy Klein Partner — Board member of the Fight For Firefighters Foundation.
  • Timmy Klein Partner — Board member whose legacy quote guides the foundation's ethos
  • Timmy Klein Partner — Late board member and friend whose legacy continues to influence the foundation's work.
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.

  • Community-Driven Support and Mutual Aid
    methodology: community-driven support
    By engaging supporters as active participants and fostering camaraderie, the foundation builds a self-sustaining culture of mutual aid that drives both program delivery and organizational growth, because collective action strengthens trust and participation.
  • Grassroots Mobilization for Direct Assistance
    methodology: grassroots_volunteer_response
    By leveraging volunteer networks and community fundraising, the foundation delivers critical, no-barrier support to firefighters and others in need, because localized, rapid-response mobilization increases responsiveness and community ownership of outcomes.
  • No-Criteria Charity for Medically Necessary Support
    methodology: no_criteria_charity
    By providing home modifications without eligibility criteria, the foundation ensures timely, dignified access to critical assistance for those with late-stage illnesses, because removing bureaucratic barriers increases equity and urgency in service delivery.