irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $622KPROVIDES ACADEMIC AND SOCIAL SUPPORT TO ITS PARTICIPANTS, UTILIZING THE POWER OF TEAMS AS A VEHICLE TO BETTER PREPARE KIDS IN AND THROUGHOUT HIGH SCHOOL, PROVIDES PRIVATE EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR AT RISK KIDS, AND OFFERS OUTREACH AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT PROGRAMS.
- #2 $165KPLANNING OF CONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION OF A GYMNASIUM TO FURTHER ASSIST THE COMMUNITY BY PROVIDING A VENUE TO KIDS OF ALL AGES TO ENCOURAGE AND ENHANCE YOUTH SPORTS ACTIVIES.
named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
2026 Summer Basketball Camp
Weeklong day camp for boys entering grades 4–9 in August, featuring full-day basketball instruction
Flyers Basketball Camp
Summer basketball camp for youth led by Dan Feeny, Thomas O’Connell, and Mike Ferrara
Full Court Assist Leadership Program
Peer mentorship program pairing older student-athletes with younger participants to build leadership and character
GOAT of the Month
Monthly recognition program honoring student-athletes for excellence in competition, academics, and community impact
Girls Summer Training
Weekly training program for 3rd–8th grade girls led by Bethany LeSueur and Tom Catapano
Rising Stars Training Academy
Weekly skills development program for boys in grades 3–8 held at the Rising Stars Athletic Complex
Spring Break Basketball Camp
Three-day basketball camp during spring break for children in grades K–8, divided by age group
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Youth Basketball Development Programs 2 activities
- Youth basketball and academic development programEngages 500 boys and girls in grades 3–12 in team-based basketball programming, regional and national tournaments, and academic support to prepare student-athletes for high school, college, and life success. Includes weekly training sessions, monthly educational meetings, and check-ins via text and phone calls.
- Youth summer and seasonal sports campsHosts structured basketball and training camps throughout the year including Spring Break, Summer, and Girls Summer Training programs for youth in kindergarten through 8th grade, with specific sessions running multiple days per week across June, July, August, and April 2026.
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Community Fitness and Aquatics Programming 1 activity
- Rising Stars Athletic Complex operationsOperates a 16,000 sq ft athletic facility in Freeport, NY with two multi-sport courts, fitness rooms, and academic/community space, opened in March 2026. Hosts year-round sports events, tournaments, summer camps, and community programs serving over 50,000 families annually.
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Student-Led Community Service Programs 1 activity
- Student-athlete enrichment and community engagementOffers financial literacy events, mental health workshops, volunteer opportunities, and service projects for student-athletes through partnerships with community organizations. Recognizes one scholar-athlete monthly for excellence in competition, academics, and community impact.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$2.22M
Contributions & grants$852K38%
Program service revenue$747K34%
Investment income$41K2%
Other revenue$577K
expenses
Total expenses$2.23M
Program expenses83%
Admin / overhead14%
Fundraising3%
Salaries & benefits$366K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.18M
Cash$1.18M
Investments$0
Liabilities$6K
Net assets$1.18M
Liquid reserves6.4 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +18.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DANIEL GIMPEL | EXEC.DIR./TR | 60 | $196K |
| PAUL SAVRAMIS | PRESIDENT/FO | 40 | $101K |
board members · 5
- ALEX CARTER — DIRECTOR
- KEVAN ABRAHAMS — DIRECTOR
- THOMAS HOPKE — DIRECTOR
- TIM THORNTON — DIRECTOR
- WILLIAM DERSCH — DIRECTOR
relationships · 23
Who they work with
- Alzheimer’s All-Star Basketball Classic Partner — Partner organization for student-athlete volunteer and service activities
- Bethany LeSueur Partner — Instructor for the Girls Summer Training program
- Candid Government — Organization that awarded Rising Stars Youth Foundation the 2026 Platinum Seal of Transparency
- CityMeals on Wheels Partner — Partner organization for meal delivery service projects involving student-athletes
- Coleman Country Day Camp Partner — Partnership to offer summer camps at the Rising Stars Athletic Complex.
- Dan Feeny Partner — Co-presenter of the Flyers Basketball Camp
- ESPN Partner — Collaborates with ESPN’s Jay Williams, a former Rising Stars alumnus, in organizational expansion efforts.
- GOAT USA(™) Partner — Partnership to co-present the GOAT of the Month recognition program for student-athletes.
- Jovial Financial Credit Union Partner — Partner in the grand opening celebration of the Rising Stars Athletic Complex.
- Long Island Lutheran High School Partner — Hosts and collaborates on the Meal Packing Event for student-athletes
- Malachi Philips Partner — Participant in the Rising Stars Scholars Program who provided a testimonial about the program's impact
- Mike Ferrara Partner — Co-presenter of the Flyers Basketball Camp
- NY CARES Partner — Collaborates with Rising Stars on the Coat Drive service initiative
- NY METS Partner — Partner in the NY CARES Coat Drive for community outreach
- Operation Gratitude Partner — Partner for service initiatives engaging student-athletes in community giving
- Orlin & Cohen Partner — Partner in the grand opening celebration of the Rising Stars Athletic Complex.
- Rising Stars Athletic Complex Partner — Collaborative partner site for programming and community engagement.
- Rising Stars Youth Foundation Network — Member of the 501(c)(3) nonprofit network
- Ronald McDonald House Partner — Partner for the Meals from the Heart Program engaging student-athletes in service
- The Hance Family Foundation Partner — Partner for the Toy Drive service project involving student-athletes
- Thomas O’Connell Partner — Co-presenter of the Flyers Basketball Camp
- Tom Catapano Partner — Instructor for the Girls Summer Training program
- Wilson Partner — Partner in the grand opening celebration of the Rising Stars Athletic Complex.
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-Athletic Integration for Long-Term Successmethodology: academic_athletic_integrationBy placing student-athletes in high-performing academic schools, we increase their likelihood of long-term success because aligning athletic commitment with rigorous educational environments reinforces discipline, expands opportunity, and integrates support systems across institutions.
- Peer Mentorship as Development Leveragemethodology: peer_mentorshipBy pairing older and younger student-athletes in structured mentorship roles, we promote character development and goal setting because peer influence is a more relatable and impactful driver of behavioral change than top-down instruction alone.
- Sports-Based Holistic Youth Developmentmethodology: sports_based_youth_developmentBy integrating sports, education, and mentoring within a team-based environment, we foster academic persistence, character development, and personal growth in youth because structured athletic engagement creates consistent touchpoints for mentorship, peer influence, and holistic support across family, school, and community contexts.