named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Facility Rentals
Year-round rental of campus facilities for retreats, conferences, and trainings. Hosts organizations, schools, and corporations with accommodations for up to 100 people and event space for up to 275.
Pathways for Caregivers
Monthly respite program for family caregivers of older adults. Offers caregivers support groups and wellness activities while aging loved ones engage in supervised activities. Funded by Exhale Family Caregiver Initiative.
Respite Program
Seasonal weekend program for individuals with developmental disabilities, providing caregivers a break. Includes arts, music, therapy dogs, and social activities. Serves those enrolled in OPWDD Home & Community Based Waiver in Western New York.
Serenity on the Shore
Monthly memory cafe for caregivers and aging loved ones living with memory impairments. Includes music, games, crafts, meals, and resources. Held at no cost with donations accepted.
Summer Camp Program
Overnight summer camp for children ages 8–17, with a focus on children with disabilities and economically disadvantaged youth. Offers eight 5-day sessions with integrated recreational and educational activities.
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Community Space Provision 1 activity
- Facility rental and hosting of retreats, conferences, and trainings for external organizationsMakes campus facilities available for rent to organizations, schools, and community groups for retreats, conferences, workshops, and trainings during non-summer months. Offers accommodations for up to 100 people and a dining hall with capacity for 275, suitable for seminars, staff retreats, and sales meetings.
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Caregiver Support for Dementia and Aging 1 activity
- Monthly respite and support programs for family caregivers and aging loved ones with memory impairmentsOffers year-round respite and support through the Pathways for Caregivers program, held on the third Thursday of each month, and Serenity on the Shore, a monthly memory cafe on the fourth Thursday, providing free activities for caregivers and their aging loved ones with memory impairments.
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Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
- Overnight summer camp program for children with special needs and from underserved communitiesOperates an overnight summer camp program serving up to 800 children annually from Western New York, ages 8–17, through eight 5-day sessions. The program provides opportunities for growth and includes options for older campers (13–16 year olds) to earn community service hours as Pioneer Campers.
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After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Project S.O.A.R. youth support program in Buffalo Public SchoolsOperated the Project S.O.A.R. Program for 10 years, providing in-school and after-school support to students from underserved communities in multiple Buffalo Public Schools.
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Respite Care for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
- Respite weekend programs for individuals with disabilities and their family caregiversProvides respite weekend programs twice annually during spring and fall, running from Friday evening to Sunday afternoon, for individuals with special needs and their family caregivers. Maintains an individual-to-counselor ratio of less than 2:1 to ensure high-quality support.
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Charity Golf Tournament Fundraiser 1 activity
- Summer Send Off and golf fundraising eventsHosts an annual Summer Send Off event to support camp experiences for children in Western New York, along with a golf tournament featuring a shotgun start, lunch, and a follow-up cocktail party with music, open bar, and appetizers.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$2.57M
Contributions & grants$1.05M41%
Program service revenue$1.16M45%
Investment income$194K8%
Other revenue$174K
expenses
Total expenses$2.95M
Program expenses79%
Admin / overhead18%
Fundraising3%
Salaries & benefits$1.26M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$6.62M
Cash$271K
Investments$1.37M
Liabilities$561K
Net assets$6.06M
Liquid reserves6.7 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +6.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANN-MARIE ORLOWSKI | C.E.O | 40 | $153K |
board members · 10
- BRANDY KAISER MS OTRL — VICE PRESIDENT
- CHARLES F KREINER JR — TRUSTEE
- JUSTIN RANDACCIO — TRUSTEE
- LAUREN FLOSS — PRESIDENT
- MARIO HICKS — SECRETARY
- MARK TRABERT — TRUSTEE
- MARTA HICZEWSKI — TRUSTEE
- MONICA PEOPLES PHD — TRUSTEE
- RAQUEL J SCHMIDT PHD — TRUSTEE
- ROBERT S TORELLA CPA — TREASURER
relationships · 9
Who they work with
- Buffalo Rotary Club Partner — Financed the first group of children with special needs to attend Cradle Beach summer camp in 1946.
- Exhale Family Caregiver Initiative Funder — Funds the Pathways for Caregivers program as part of its initiative to support innovative respite care for family caregivers of older adults.
- Fox Valley Country Club Partner — Host venue for Cradle Beach's 2026 golf event.
- Gabriele Clark Partner — Contact person for Pioneer Camper program inquiries
- Harmonia Collaborative Care Partner — Collaborates with Cradle Beach on the Pathways for Caregivers respite care program.
- Hartman’s Distilling Co. Partner — Host venue for the Summer Send Off fundraising event.
- Lisa Rood Consultant Partner — Collaborates with Cradle Beach on the Pathways for Caregivers respite care program.
- Michael Benzin Partner — Director of Advancement and Development at Cradle Beach, point of contact for partnership inquiries.
- West Herr Automotive Group Partner — Partner organization whose director, John Conciardo, launched the CB Crusaders Campaign to support Cradle Beach.
strategies · 5
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.
- Child Dignity-Centered Inclusionmethodology: child-dignity-centered-inclusionBy centering the dignity of every child—especially those historically marginalized—we create transformative experiences, because affirming individual worth increases belonging, participation, and emotional safety in programming.
- Inclusive Integrated Programming Modelmethodology: inclusive_integrated_programmingBy integrating children with and without disabilities in all camp activities, we promote mutual learning and social growth, because shared experiences foster empathy, reduce stigma, and build inclusive communities.
- Memory Cafe Model for Caregiver-Adult Well-beingmethodology: memory_cafe_modelBy offering structured memory cafes with meaningful activities and shared meals, we support both aging adults with memory impairments and their caregivers, because peer connection and routine engagement improve emotional and cognitive well-being.
- Recreational Therapeutic Engagementmethodology: recreational-therapeutic-engagementBy using a balanced mix of indoor and outdoor recreational activities tailored to developmental needs, we promote engagement and well-being, because accessible and enjoyable activities support therapeutic outcomes for individuals with disabilities.
- Sliding Fee Scale for Equitable Accessmethodology: sliding_fee_scaleBy using income-based sliding fees, we increase access to camp for low-income families, because reducing financial barriers enables participation regardless of socioeconomic status.