named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Adult Competitive Bowling
Recreational and competitive bowling program for adults with disabilities
Music and Movement Camping Weekend
Integrated camp experience combining music, movement, and outdoor activities for individuals with disabilities
Sled Hockey
Adaptive ice hockey program for individuals with physical disabilities, including youth and veterans
Veterans Retreat
Program offering adaptive recreation and peer support for veterans with disabilities
Warfighter Program
Provides adaptive sports and recreation activities for injured military service members, including snow sports, marksmanship, sled hockey, watersports, cycling, and camping
iCan Shine Bike Camp
Teaches individuals with disabilities to ride standard two-wheel bicycles through an intensive five-day program
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Adaptive Sports Programs 5 activities
- Adaptive sport and recreation programs for individuals with disabilitiesProvides over 14,000 adaptive sport and recreation lessons annually to more than 2,000 families across 18+ sports at 26 regional locations in the Northeastern US, promoting long-term physical, mental, and social development for youth and adults with special needs.
- Competitive and recurring adaptive sports leaguesRuns ongoing adaptive sports leagues such as Adult Competitive Bowling (including Special Olympics participation), Wheelchair Basketball, and Golf, with structured sign-up processes and regular practice or session schedules.
- Sled hockey programming and tournamentsOperates adaptive sled hockey programs and hosts competitive events such as the Upstate STRIDE Sled Hockey Tournament and games at Union College for athletes with physical disabilities.
- Specialized adaptive camps and seasonal programsOffers targeted adaptive programs including iCan Shine Bike Camp, Music and Movement Camping Weekend, and adaptive winter activities such as snowshoeing, kayaking, and ice fishing for youth with disabilities.
- Warfighter Program for injured service membersDelivers adaptive sports and recreation activities for injured service members, including snow sports, sled hockey, marksmanship, watersports, cycling, and camping, including annual events such as the Wounded Warrior Snowfest.
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Ballet and Dance Education Programs 1 activity
- Adaptive dance programOffers an adaptive dance program where teens teach children contemporary, hip hop, and basic dance styles, progressing to detailed routines performed in an annual spring recital.
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Organized Running and Triathlon Events 1 activity
- Endurance and fundraising events supporting adaptive sportsOrganizes large-scale endurance and community events such as the Great Race and the 100k Vertical Challenge to support participation in adaptive sports programs.
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Racquet Sports Facility and Programming 1 activity
- Outdoor recreational facility programmingOperates a professional outdoor bocce court at the SHARE Center for summer programming, with planned expansion to include corn hole and pickleball in 2024.
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Mental Health Education and Awareness 1 activity
- Virtual wellness resources during pandemic disruptionsCompiled and distributed virtual activities, resources, and wellness information to support physical and mental health during program interruptions in 2020–21.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$670K
Contributions & grants$465K69%
Program service revenue$84K13%
Investment income$36K5%
Other revenue$84K
expenses
Total expenses$644K
Program expenses82%
Admin / overhead12%
Fundraising6%
Salaries & benefits$281K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.57M
Cash$622K
Investments$387K
Liabilities$147K
Net assets$1.42M
Liquid reserves18.8 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -7.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mary Ellen Whitney | President | 5 | $1K |
board members · 12
- Amy Earing — Board Member
- Curtis Butler — Board Member
- Daniel Bopp — Board Member
- Daniel Rhatigan — Board Member
- Deborah Collins — Board Member
- Dick Miller — Vice President
- Dr Steven Ferro — Board Member
- Kerrie Williams — Secretary
- Linda Wager — Treasurer
- Patrick Fitzgerald III — Board Member
- Richard Peters — Board Member
- Tom Gilbert — Board Member
relationships · 19
Who they work with
- Al-Anon Partner — Resource partner offering electronic meetings for families and friends of individuals with alcohol addiction.
- Camille Oliver Partner — Program Director who serves as the point of contact for athlete, volunteer, and wounded warfighter program inquiries.
- Dralla Partner — Sponsored the 2024 Upstate STRIDE Sled Hockey Tournament.
- In The Rooms Partner — Resource partner providing access to online recovery support for addiction.
- Isabelle School of Dance Partner — Hosts the STRIDE dance program at its facility in East Greenbush, NY.
- Kylee Mueller Partner — Volunteer ski instructor and Camp Director for Camp SCORE, contributing to STRIDE Adaptive Sports' programming.
- Learn to Cope Partner — Resource partner providing peer support for families struggling with addiction.
- Move United Partner — Partner member of Move United, a national organization for adaptive sports.
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Government — Government-affiliated crisis support service for suicide prevention.
- New York Special Olympics Partner — Training club for New York Special Olympics, providing adaptive sports training.
- Professional Ski Instructors of America Partner — Partner member of PSIA/AASI, the Professional Ski Instructors of America and American Association of Snowboard Instructors.
- Psycharmor Partner — Partner organization providing free online training about military culture for civilian communities.
- SAMHSA Government — Government affiliate providing national helpline and resources for substance abuse and mental health.
- Smart Recovery Family Partner — Resource partner offering support for families affected by substance use disorder.
- Special Olympics Partner — Collaborates with Special Olympics to offer competitive bowling opportunities for teens and adults.
- Special Olympics Partner — Collaborating with STRIDE on new programs at the SHARE Center.
- US Paralympic Sport Club Network — Recognized as a US Paralympic Sport Club, part of the national Paralympic sports network.
- Union College Partner — Hosted a 2023 STRIDE sled hockey event.
- iCan Shine Partner — Collaborates on the iCan Shine Bike Camp - Capital Region program for individuals with disabilities.
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.
- Adaptive Sports for Holistic Developmentmethodology: holistic-developmentBy engaging individuals with disabilities in adaptive sports and recreation, we produce improvements in physical, mental, social, and emotional health because structured physical activity fosters self-esteem, life skills, and social connection — creating a pathway to personal growth and greater societal participation.
- Participant-Centered, Inclusive Environmentsmethodology: participant-centeredBy designing inclusive, supportive, and accessible environments tailored to individual needs, we produce higher engagement and confidence because participants experience belonging and are celebrated for their efforts, which reinforces continued involvement and personal growth.
- Sport as Empowerment and Barrier Reductionmethodology: barrier_reduction_through_awareness_and_inclusionBy using sport as a platform for inclusion and visibility, we produce transformative personal development and reduce social and attitudinal barriers because participation challenges systemic misconceptions about disability and builds self-advocacy among youth and adults.