named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Adjunct Volunteer Program
Engages skilled volunteers in non-clinical roles including accounting, legal, HR, grant writing, marketing, and facilities management
Emergency Medical Response
Provides advanced and basic life support ambulance services using a fleet of three NYS-certified ambulances and first-response vehicles
Junior Corps Program
Engages students aged 15–17 in ambulance operations; requires 3 hours of weekly service and academic standing, with pathway to EMT-B training at age 18
Volunteer EMT & Driver Program
Recruits volunteer EMTs and drivers who commit to at least 6 hours per week; offers reimbursement for EMT training
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Volunteer Fire Department Support 1 activity
- EMT Training Support for VolunteersReimburses the cost of EMT training for active volunteer members to support workforce development and retention within the ambulance corps.
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Emergency Ambulance & Medical Response 1 activity
- Emergency Medical Services ProvisionProvides advanced and basic life support ambulance services to Beacon, NY and surrounding communities, responding to approximately 247 emergency medical calls per month. Operates a fleet of three NYS Certified ambulances, one BLS First Response vehicle, and one all-terrain UTV vehicle for emergency medical response.
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Volunteer Commitment Programs 1 activity
- Volunteer Management and EngagementEngages senior volunteer members who are required to serve at least 6 hours per week, and junior volunteers aged 15–17 through the Junior Corps program who must serve at least 3 hours per week. Prospective members must complete application forms as part of a membership interview process.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.38M
Contributions & grants$100K7%
Program service revenue$1.15M83%
Investment income$76K5%
Other revenue$60K
expenses
Total expenses$1.27M
Program expenses94%
Admin / overhead5%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$701K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$2.02M
Cash$683K
Investments$487K
Liabilities$0
Net assets$2.02M
Liquid reserves11.0 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +16.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| MICHAEL ZINGONE | EXECUTIVE DI | 40 | $81K |
board members · 8
- JACOB WEINTRAUB — RESIGNED 12/
- JENNIE DILUVIO — TREASURER
- JOHN COPPOLA — DIRECTOR
- MARC KEARNEY — SECRETARY
- NICHOLAS SCARCHILLI — CHIEF OF OPE
- PAUL OSTROVSKY — PRESIDENT
- PHILIP DINAN — DIRECTOR
- PIERO GIANGRASSO — VICE PRESIDE
relationships · 5
Who they work with
- Beacon Fire Engine Company Partner — Collaborated with BVAC in launching the ambulance corps and provided initial facilities and emergency call coordination.
- Beacon, NY Government — Provides ambulance services to the city of Beacon and its neighboring communities.
- Navy Reserve Seabee Unit Partner — Collaborated with BVAC volunteers in the construction of the current headquarters building beginning in 1975.
- Not specified Partner — Operates from a physical location at 1 Arquilla Drive, Beacon, NY.
- PayPal Partner — Processes online donations through PayPal.
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.
- Academic Accountability for Youth Engagementmethodology: academic_accountabilityBy linking continued participation in emergency operations to academic performance for junior volunteers, the organization fosters responsibility and discipline because tying service to personal accountability reinforces long-term engagement and behavioral standards.
- Community-Based Volunteer Modelmethodology: community_based_volunteer_modelBy recruiting local community members without requiring prior experience and supporting their training, the organization builds a sustainable, volunteer-staffed emergency medical service because community investment increases commitment and local responsiveness.
- Training and Readiness Systemmethodology: training_and_readinessBy maintaining regular training, drills, and meetings, the organization ensures high-quality emergency response because consistent skill reinforcement improves compliance with medical protocols and operational readiness.