named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Chapter Organization Support
Provides resources and guidance to local chapters across New York State to promote motorcycle rights and safety
Legislative Advocacy
Organizes lobbying efforts and protests against restrictive motorcycle laws, particularly helmet legislation
Statewide Newsletter
Monthly publication to inform members about legislative issues, chapter activities, and organizational updates
activities · 10 groups
What they do
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Organized Vehicle Show Events 1 activity
- Annual events organizationOrganizes annual events including the Freedom Rally and Business Seminar, an auto show, and a flea market featuring classic cars, trucks, motorcycles, and automotive parts and accessories.
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Community Service and Charitable Outreach 1 activity
- Community engagement and public image improvementParticipates in charitable events and community welfare activities to build positive relations. Works to improve the public image of motorcyclists by ensuring sponsored events are conducted peacefully and orderly.
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Regular Membership Meetings 1 activity
- Hosting regular meetings and chapter coordinationConducts monthly local chapter meetings at various locations across New York (e.g., Batavia, Shortsville, Medina) and holds state-level board and chapter representative meetings to coordinate organizational activities.
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Industry Advocacy and Regulatory Engagement 1 activity
- Member advocacy support and outreach toolsProduces and distributes form letters, position papers, and pre-written AMA Action Alerts to help members contact elected officials about motorcycle legislation, promoting a unified advocacy message.
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Motor Vehicle Safety Education 1 activity
- Motorcycle safety education promotionPromotes rider education courses and directs motorcyclists to safety training resources by referring them to available rider courses. Provides education on laws and safety practices to prevent accidents and improve road safety.
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Honor and Memorial Recognition Programs 1 activity
- Mourning and memorial services for deceased membersMemorializes deceased members through personalized cards, certificates, continued milestone pin recognition, and publication of names in the Freedom Writer newsletter and on the ABATE of New York website.
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Transportation Policy Advocacy & Infrastructure Reform 1 activity
- Organizing legislative campaigns and protestsLaunches joint advocacy campaigns (e.g., "Call to Action" with Long Island ABATE), organizes protests at the New York State Capitol, distributes informational flyers, engages media, and mobilizes motorcyclists to advocate for their rights without incident or arrests.
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Civic Engagement and Voter Mobilization 1 activity
- Political involvement promotionEncourages political engagement by informing members about legislative voting records, supporting voter registration, assisting members running for office, and distributing legislative updates at motorcycle events.
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Union-Linked Educational Scholarships 1 activity
- Scholarship program for membersOffers an annual $1,000 scholarship award to eligible members.
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Uncategorized 7 activities
- Advocacy for motorcycle-related legislationReviews, informs members about, and advocates for favorable motorcycle-related policies at federal, state, and local levels, including insurance, licensing, vehicle modifications, emissions, and noise regulations. Issues legislative priorities documents and supports or opposes specific bills, such as the Grieving Families Act.
- Funding research on motorcycle safetyFunds engineering studies to prove the safety of raked and extended front ends on motorcycles, producing technical reports used in legal defense against vehicle safety citations.
- Legal test case financingFinances legal test cases to defend the safety and legality of motorcycle modifications, such as extended front ends.
- Liaison and representation for motorcyclistsActs as a legislative liaison between motorcyclists and government authorities, law enforcement, agencies, and insurance companies. Also provides a platform in publications like Easyriders Magazine for bikers to report anti-bike legislation and request assistance.
- Media monitoring and bias reductionMonitors and reports on media coverage of motorcyclists, working to reduce bias and promote fair representation in news outlets.
- Membership benefits and communicationProvides members with a subscription to the ABATE Freedom Writer newsletter published six times per year, along with no-cost $4,000 accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
- Road safety and hazard reportingAlerts the Department of Transportation about hazardous roadway conditions to improve safety for motorcyclists.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$35K
Contributions & grants$2K7%
Program service revenue——
Investment income$40%
Other revenue$288
expenses
Total expenses$27K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$48K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$47K
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue -3.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| LAURIE FREDERICK | OFFICE MANAG | 10 | $5K |
| LINDA ODELL-GAYLORD | PUBLIC RELAT | 2 | $800 |
relationships · 17
Who they work with
- ABATE of Illinois Network — One of the earliest state chapters whose materials inspired the formation of ABATE of New York.
- ABATE of Kansas Network — Early state chapter that participated in national coordination efforts and contributed leadership to steering committee.
- ABATE of Virginia Network — State chapter led by Fuzzy Davy that helped launch ABATE of New York and contributed to national leadership structure.
- AVIS Partner — Provides rental car discounts to ABATE of New York members.
- American Legion Matthew Glab Post 1477 Partner — Hosts chapter meetings in Lackawanna, NY
- American Legion Post 92 Partner — Hosts ABATE of New York state chapter meetings
- American Motorcyclist Association Partner — Collaborates with and endorses AMA Action Alerts to support advocacy efforts for motorcyclists.
- D.O.T. Government — Collaborates by reporting dangerous roadway conditions to improve motorcyclist safety.
- Days Inn Partner — Hosts ABATE of New York state chapter meeting and seminar in Albany, NY
- Easyriders Magazine Partner — Provided organizational support, office space, and media outreach for ABATE activities in the early years.
- Jessica Vitale Partner — Newsletter Editor responsible for receiving and processing submissions
- Long Island ABATE Partner — Collaborates with ABATE of New York on advocacy initiatives, including the "Call to Action" campaign to override the Governor's veto of the Grieving Families Act.
- Medina VFW Post 1483 Partner — Hosts chapter meetings in Medina, NY
- Motorcycle Safety Foundation Partner — Collaborates by promoting MSF Rider Courses for motorcyclist safety training.
- National Custom Cycle Association (NCCA) Network — Initial name of the organization before rebranding to ABATE; served as foundation for national biker advocacy network.
- New York State Motorcyclist Safety Program Government — Refers motorcyclists to the state-run safety program for rider training.
- Stans Harley Davidson Partner — Hosts chapter meetings in Batavia, NY
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.
- Legislative Advocacy for Motorcyclist Rightsmethodology: legislative-advocacy-for-lifestyle-preservationBy engaging members in legislative monitoring, direct communication with officials, and voter participation, the organization advances motorcyclist rights and influences policy outcomes because sustained civic pressure ensures rider perspectives are represented in lawmaking.
- Public Perception Managementmethodology: public-perception-managementBy shaping public image—such as discouraging back patches and organizing community events—the organization improves societal attitudes toward motorcycling because positive visibility reduces stigma and builds support for rider rights.
- Rider Safety Through Educationmethodology: rider-safety-educationBy promoting Motorcycle Safety Foundation courses and educational programs, the organization reduces motorcycle accidents and improves road safety because structured training enhances rider competence and risk awareness.