named programs · 1 · from sources
What they call their work
Explorer Post 475
Youth program for individuals aged 14 to 18 that provides training in firefighting techniques and participation in department activities under the supervision of certified advisors.
activities · 2 groups
What they do
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Volunteer Fire Department Services 1 activity
- Emergency fire and medical response servicesProvides fire suppression, emergency medical response, and rescue services to the Shaker Road Loudonville Fire Protection District within the Town of Colonie, operating with a combination of paid weekday firefighters and volunteer crews to ensure 24/7 coverage.
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Youth Firefighter Training Programs 1 activity
- Youth fire service training through Explorer Post 475Operates Explorer Post 475, a youth program for individuals aged 14 to 18 that provides training in firefighting techniques under certified advisors, including participation in parades, competitions, training exercises, and field trips.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.99M
Contributions & grants$55K3%
Program service revenue$1.70M86%
Investment income$218K11%
Other revenue$12K
expenses
Total expenses$1.94M
Program expenses78%
Admin / overhead22%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$460K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$7.72M
Cash$254K
Investments$2.87M
Liabilities$197K
Net assets$7.52M
Liquid reserves19.3 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +4.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 5
- GEORGE BRIZZELL — DIRECTOR
- KEVIN CURRAN — DIRECTOR
- NICOLE BRIZZELL — DIRECTOR
- RICK LEV — BOARD CHAIR
- STEVE DEGROFF — DIRECTOR
relationships · 4
Who they work with
- Boy Scouts of America Partner — Explorer Post 475 is associated with the Boy Scouts of America to provide youth training in firefighting.
- Fuller Road Fire Department Partner — Adjacent fire protection district with defined border to the east of SRLFD's coverage area.
- OSHA Government — Follows OSHA requirements for volunteer firefighter physical capability and health screening.
- West Albany Fire Department Partner — Adjacent fire protection district with defined border to the west of SRLFD's coverage area.
strategies · 4
How they approach the work
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- Combination Department Model 39 orgsmethodology: combination_department_modelBy integrating paid and volunteer firefighters, the department maintains 24/7 emergency response capacity and operational resilience, because this hybrid structure ensures sufficient staffing for both emergency deployment and ongoing maintenance of equipment and facilities.shared approach: Training-Intensive Readiness →
- Continuous Training and Readiness 39 orgsmethodology: continuous-training-and-readinessBy continuously training with the latest equipment and techniques, the department maintains high operational effectiveness in dynamic emergency environments, because up-to-date skills and familiarity with modern tools improve response outcomes and adaptability.shared approach: Training-Intensive Readiness →
- Fitness-for-Duty and OSHA-Compliant Health Screening 39 orgsmethodology: OSHA-compliant health screeningBy requiring physical examinations and OSHA-compliant health screenings, the department ensures operational readiness and responder safety, because only physically capable individuals can perform high-risk emergency duties without endangering themselves or others.shared approach: Training-Intensive Readiness →
- Youth Development Through Experiential Training 28 orgsmethodology: youth-development-through-experiential-trainingBy engaging youth in hands-on firefighting training via a structured Explorer Post program, the department builds a pipeline of future first responders, because early experiential learning fosters skill development, commitment to public service, and long-term workforce sustainability.shared approach: Youth Pipeline Development →