irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $63KDWYER FRANKLIN - THE JOSEPH P. DWYER VETERANS PEER TO PEER PROGRAM (FRANKLIN COUNTY) PROVIDES CASE MANAGEMENT, OUTREACH AND ENGAGEMENT SERVICES AND TRANSPORTATION TO VETERANS STRUGGLING WITH POST TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER, TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY, SUICIDAL IDEATION AND/OR OTHER MENTAL HEALTH CHALLENGES IN FRANKLIN COUNTY.
- #2 $28KDWYER CLINTON - THE JOSEPH P. DWYER VETERANS PEER TO PEER PROGRAM (CLINTON COUNTY) PROVIDES CASE MANAGEMENT, OUTREACH AND ENGAGEMENT SERVICES AND TRANSPORTATION TO VETERANS STRUGGLING WITH POST TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER, TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY, SUICIDAL IDEATION AND/OR OTHER MENTAL HEALTH CHALLENGES IN CLINTON COUNTY.
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Dwyer Clinton - Joseph P. Dwyer Veterans Peer to Peer Program (Clinton County)
Provides case management, outreach, engagement services, and transportation to veterans struggling with PTSD, traumatic brain injury, suicidal ideation, and other mental health challenges in Clinton County.
Dwyer Franklin - Joseph P. Dwyer Veterans Peer to Peer Program (Franklin County)
Provides case management, outreach, engagement services, and transportation to veterans struggling with PTSD, traumatic brain injury, suicidal ideation, and other mental health challenges in Franklin County.
Outdoor Healing Retreats
Hosts nature-based retreats including campouts and wilderness experiences designed to promote healing, camaraderie, and resilience among veterans.
Veterans Airsoft Battlefield Weekend
Collaborative airsoft event with Albany Paintball Experience promoting teamwork, strategy, and brotherhood among veterans as a form of therapeutic engagement.
Veterans Equine Program
Partnership with 1841 Calvary Ranch offering hands-on equine therapy focused on building trust, confidence, communication, and personal growth through non-riding horse interactions.
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Veteran Benefits and Reintegration Support 4 activities
- Case management and outreach services for veterans with mental health challengesProvides case management, outreach and engagement services, and transportation to veterans with mental health challenges in Franklin and Clinton Counties, Northern New York.
- Comprehensive support services for veterans in Northern New YorkProvides a full continuum of services and programs for veterans in Northern New York, including case management, transportation, mental health support, outdoor retreats, peer mentoring, and crisis outreach.
- Outdoor and nature-based healing retreats for veteransHosts multi-day nature and backcountry wilderness retreats for veterans and their families at locations including Camp Tamarac and the Round Lake Wilderness Area to support healing and resilience.
- Peer support and suicide prevention programs for veteransOffers peer mentoring, crisis outreach, suicide prevention initiatives, and peer support as part of comprehensive services for veterans with PTSD in Northern New York.
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Veterans' Social and Gathering Clubs 2 activities
- Community-building events for veteransHosts free lasagna dinners and airsoft battlefield weekend events to foster community, connection, resilience, and wellness among local veterans through teamwork and friendly competition.
- Volunteer engagement program for veterans and non-veteransEngages veterans and non-veterans as volunteers in organizational events and activities, with prospective veteran volunteers required to first participate as program attendees.
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Therapeutic Equine-Assisted Programs 1 activity
- Veterans Equine ProgramRuns a therapeutic equine program in partnership with 1841 Calvary Ranch on scheduled dates to support connection, purpose, and healing for veterans in Northern New York.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.47M
Contributions & grants$1.47M100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$1.18M
Program expenses94%
Admin / overhead6%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$689K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.19M
Cash$215K
Investments$0
Liabilities$463K
Net assets$730K
Liquid reserves2.2 mo
3 years on record · 2022–2024 · YoY revenue +88.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| VALERIE AINSWORTH | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $98K |
board members · 12
- AMY TUTHILL — BOARD MEMBER
- ANDREA STEWART — VICE CHAIR
- DAVID ALDRICH — TREASURER
- GEORGE ROBERTSON — BOARD MEMBER
- GREGORY FURLONG — BOARD MEMBER
- JASON MURRAY — BOARD MEMBER
- KIRK LAVIGNE — BOARD MEMBER
- MARK MOELLER — CHAIR
- SAMUEL HALL — BOARD MEMBER
- STEVE ERMAN — SECRETARY
- VINCENT CORDATO — BOARD MEMBER
- WANDA MURTAGH-DORCHAK — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 11
Who they work with
- 1841 Calvary Ranch Partner — Hosts the Veterans Equine Program in collaboration with Homeward Bound Adirondacks.
- Albany Paintball Experience Partner — Co-hosts the Veterans Airsoft Battlefield Weekend with Homeward Bound Adirondacks.
- Champlain National Bank Partner — Donated $2,500 to support Homeward Bound Adirondacks programs.
- Champlain National Bank Partner — Donated $2,500 to support the organization's mission.
- Homeward Bound Adirondacks Network — Local chapter providing services under the Homeward Bound USA Inc network in Northern New York.
- Joseph P. Dwyer Veterans Peer to Peer Program Partner — Implements the Joseph P. Dwyer Veterans Peer to Peer Program in Franklin and Clinton Counties to deliver mental health support services to veterans.
- Mark Partner — Board President who participated in the open house and represented organizational leadership.
- PFC Dwyer Veteran Peer-to-Peer Program Partner — Partner organization co-sponsoring a free lasagna dinner for veterans.
- Saranac Lake Government — Location where Homeward Bound Adirondacks is based and operates.
- TruNorthern Federal Credit Union Partner — Partner providing financial support for veteran services.
- TruNorthern Federal Credit Union Partner — Provided financial support to Homeward Bound Adirondacks.
strategies · 4
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-Supported Program Developmentmethodology: community-supported developmentBy mobilizing volunteer labor, material donations, and local financial contributions, we sustain and expand veteran healing programs because community ownership strengthens program resilience and broadens impact.
- Holistic Trauma Recovery Through Integrated Supportmethodology: holistic trauma recoveryBy combining nature-based retreats, peer mentoring, clinical screenings, and case management, we produce deeper trauma recovery outcomes because healing is most effective when relational, environmental, and clinical supports are delivered together.
- Nature- and Activity-Based Healing for Veteransmethodology: nature-based_therapyBy immersing veterans in structured outdoor and equine-assisted activities, we produce emotional healing, reconnection, and resilience because experiential engagement in nature and team-based challenges restores purpose and non-clinical pathways to wellness.
- Veteran Peer-to-Peer Support Modelmethodology: veteran_peer_to_peer_supportBy connecting veterans with other veterans through peer-guided support, we produce stronger trust, engagement, and healing outcomes because shared lived experience reduces stigma and increases relational safety.