irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $0THE ORGANIZATION CONTINUED ITS PARTNERSHIP WITH INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION (IRS-CI) TO EMPOWER CITIZENS TO ASSIST IN INVESTIGATIONS OF FINANCIAL AND TAX CRIMES. NEW YORK STATE CRIME STOPPERS HAS ADDED REWARD PROGRAMS TO FIGHT ANIMAL CRUELTY, NEGLECT AND ABUSE. THE ORGANIZATION ALSO OFFERS REWARDS FOR TERRORISM TIPS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CRIMES.
- #2 $0IN 2024, APPROXIMATELY 1,000 TIPS WERE RECEIVED REGARDING VARIOUS CRIMES, INCLUDING DRUG TRAFFICKING AND TERRORISM. THE ORGANIZATION CONTINUES TO OFFER REWARDS FOR THE APPREHENSION OF CRIMINALS WHO COMMIT THE HEINOUS CRIMES OF HOMICIDE, ARMED ROBBERY, RAPE, ETC. WHEN REQUESTED BY LAW ENFORCEMENT.
named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Drug Reporting Reward Program
Partners with the New York State Police to offer rewards of up to $2,500 for anonymous information on unlawful drug activity; supported by billboard campaigns across the state.
Environmental Crimes Reporting Reward Program
Offers rewards of up to $2,500 for anonymous information on environmental crimes; launched in partnership with Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.
Featured Reward Offerings – Violent Crimes
Offers rewards of up to $2,500 for anonymous information leading to the arrest and conviction of suspects in violent crimes such as homicide, armed robbery, and rape; cases are publicized on the website, in press releases, and through flyers.
IRS Partnership – Financial & Tax Crimes
Partnership with IRS Criminal Investigation to offer rewards of up to $2,500 for anonymous tips on financial and tax crimes, including fraud; includes public awareness campaigns via digital billboards.
Pet Rescue Program
Partners with law enforcement and animal control agencies to allow the public to report animal abuse, cruelty, or neglect; tips leading to intervention may qualify for a reward of up to $2,500.
Terrorism Reporting Reward Program
Offers rewards of up to $2,500 for anonymous information on terrorist activity; tips submitted via the NYS Crime Stoppers hotline.
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Fundraising for Community and Charitable Initiatives 1 activity
- Funding reward payments and operational expenses through community supportFinances all reward payouts and operational costs through private community donations and does not receive government funding, relying on public and organizational support to sustain its tip and reward programs.
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Humane Law Enforcement and Cruelty Intervention 1 activity
- Operating a Pet Rescue Program for animal cruelty casesAdministers a program enabling anonymous reporting of animal abuse, cruelty, or neglect, with rewards of up to $2,500 for tips that lead to intervention and resolution. This initiative operates as part of the broader anonymous tip and reward system.
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Law Enforcement Support Programs 1 activity
- Sponsoring law enforcement visibility and outreach initiativesSupports public awareness and outreach by sponsoring visible assets such as New York City police car 5410, enhancing public recognition of the organization and promoting its anonymous tip line as a trusted reporting channel.
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Uncategorized 5 activities
- Administering anonymous tip and reward programs for serious crimesOperates a confidential tip submission system that forwards anonymous information to local, state, and federal law enforcement and offers cash rewards of up to $2,500 for tips leading to the arrest and conviction of individuals involved in serious crimes such as homicide, armed robbery, rape, drug trafficking, and terrorism. The program uses Confidential Identification Numbers (CID) to enable anonymous reward claims and reviews active cases monthly to determine reward eligibility.
- Offering rewards for information on missing personsOffers cash rewards of up to $2,500 for anonymous tips leading to the location of missing persons, such as Lori Lynn Campbell of Putnam County, and has marked cases as resolved when tips result in successful outcomes, including the closure of a case on January 22, 2025.
- Offering rewards for resolution of cold case homicidesProvides cash rewards of up to $2,500 for anonymous tips leading to the arrest and conviction in unresolved homicide cases, including specific cold cases such as the 2004 Newburgh killing of Yvonne Torch. These rewards are offered at the request of law enforcement and are part of ongoing efforts to resolve long-standing investigations.
- Offering rewards for tips on financial, tax, and fraud-related crimesProvides rewards of up to $2,500 for anonymous tips related to financial and tax crimes, including fraudulent tax activities, through a partnership with IRS Criminal Investigation. Supported by targeted outreach such as a 12-week digital billboard campaign in Buffalo in 2021 to promote public reporting.
- Offering rewards for tips on terrorism, drug-related, and environmental crimesOffers cash rewards of up to $2,500 for anonymous tips concerning terrorism, drug-related offenses (in partnership with the New York State Police), and environmental crimes in New York State. These programs are part of a broader effort to engage the public in reporting serious non-violent and violent criminal activity.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$138K
Contributions & grants$137K99%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$8071%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$190K
Program expenses23%
Admin / overhead36%
Fundraising40%
Salaries & benefits$76K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$25K
Cash$7K
Investments$17K
Liabilities$221K
Net assets$-196K
Liquid reserves1.5 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +179.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 7
- ALEX MANCONE — CHAIRMAN/CEO
- BRETT JOHNSON — PRESIDENT
- BRUCE PETRYSHIN — DIRECTOR
- BYRAN NEGRON — DIRECTOR
- DAVE GOLDBERG — DIRECTOR
- FRANK FERREYRA — DIRECTOR
- YOHANNY PORTILLO — TREASURER
relationships · 12
Who they work with
- Animal Control and Law Enforcement Agencies across New York State Partner — Cooperates with animal control and law enforcement agencies to operate the New York State Crime Stoppers Pet Rescue Program targeting animal cruelty, abuse, and neglect.
- City of Hudson Police Department Partner — Works with local police departments to resolve missing persons cases.
- IRS Criminal Investigation Partner — Collaborates with NYS Crime Stoppers to investigate financial and tax crimes, including launching joint campaigns to identify tax evaders and fraudsters.
- Internal Revenue Service Criminal Investigation (IRS-CI) Partner — Partnership to empower citizens to assist in investigations of financial and tax crimes, including co-sponsored public awareness campaigns.
- NYS Crime Stoppers Board of Directors Government — Board composed of community volunteers that reviews cases and determines reward eligibility and amounts.
- New Rochelle Police Department Partner — Partners with municipal police departments on homicide investigations.
- New York Police Chiefs’ Foundation Partner — Receives contributions on behalf of New York State Crime Stoppers and collaborates in support of its mission.
- New York State Police Partner — Collaborates with NYSP Troop G BCI and other law enforcement agencies on homicide investigations.
- New York State Police Partner — Collaborates with law enforcement agencies such as the New York State Police to investigate and resolve criminal cases.
- New York State Police Partner — Partners with NYS Crime Stoppers to offer rewards for information on drug-related crimes.
- Police Benevolent Association of the New York State Troopers, Inc. Partner — Received a letter of thanks from the organization, indicating collaboration or recognition of support.
- Quick Call, Inc. Partner — Contracted professional fundraiser that conducts fundraising activities under policies set by NYS Crime Stoppers and NYPCF.
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.
- Reward Funding Model with Public Donation Leverage 124 orgsmethodology: reward_funding_modelBy channeling public donations into reward funds with a transparent allocation (80% to rewards, 20% to operations), the organization amplifies its reach and credibility because donors perceive efficiency and impact, which sustains and grows the incentive pool necessary to motivate future tip submissions.shared approach: 100% Direct Funding Model →
- Anonymous Tip Network for Law Enforcement Intelligence 8 orgsmethodology: anonymous_tip_networkBy operating a secure, anonymous tip line, the organization generates reliable intelligence because public trust in confidentiality encourages reporting, and the filtering of tips to appropriate law enforcement agencies ensures timely investigative follow-up, increasing case resolution rates.shared approach: Incentivized Community Intelligence →
- Reward-Incentivized Anonymous Tip Model 8 orgsmethodology: incentivized_tip_modelBy offering financial rewards for anonymous tips, the organization increases public participation in crime solving because monetary incentives motivate individuals to come forward with actionable information, while anonymity lowers barriers to reporting. This produces higher volumes of intelligence for law enforcement, particularly in serious or unsolved cases.shared approach: Incentivized Community Intelligence →