named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Doubleday Field Tours
One-hour guided tours led by local historians, including access to the field and a talk on its history; includes a commemorative logo pin
Field Rentals
Opportunity for teams and organizations to rent Doubleday Field for baseball or softball games, available from mid-April through October
Hot Stove Weekend
Annual fundraising event featuring presentations by baseball experts, social mixers, and Pack Night, supporting preservation efforts at Doubleday Field
Picnic Area Enhancement
Development of a picnic area using repurposed materials from former bleachers, funded by donor contributions
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Urban Park and Public Space Conservation 1 activity
- Advocacy for public funding of Doubleday Field improvementsEngaged in advocacy efforts that contributed to securing $5 million in public funding for the development and improvement of Doubleday Field.
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Local History Preservation and Education 1 activity
- Documenting and presenting the history of Doubleday Field and Hall of Fame GamesDocuments and presents the historical significance of Doubleday Field and the Hall of Fame Games through educational content and public programming.
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Capital Infrastructure Funding 1 activity
- Fundraising for Doubleday Field renovations and operationsRaises funds to support the Village of Cooperstown in covering large renovation projects and smaller operational expenses at Doubleday Field through merchandise sales, events, and targeted campaigns.
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Youth Sports Community Events 1 activity
- Hosting public events and programs at Doubleday FieldOrganizes and hosts public events such as the annual Hall of Fame Classic featuring Hall of Famers, Hot Stove Weekend gatherings, and community mixers to engage baseball fans and raise funds for the field.
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Guided Historic Site Tours 1 activity
- Providing public tours of Doubleday FieldOffers public 1-hour guided tours of Doubleday Field led by local historians, including a talk on the ballpark’s history, field access, and commemorative logo pins for participants.
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Historic Building Restoration and Preservation 1 activity
- Restoration and preservation of Doubleday FieldConducts ongoing restoration and preservation work to maintain the historic structure and grandstand of Doubleday Field in Cooperstown, NY, including renovations and infrastructure improvements such as bleacher construction, seating upgrades, and installation of safety features.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Marketing and management of Doubleday Field rentalsMarkets and operates Doubleday Field for rental use by baseball and softball teams from mid-April through October, hosting hundreds of teams annually and charging between $400 and $550 per game to support facility upkeep.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$2K
Contributions & grants$44420%
Program service revenue$2K71%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$2K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$18K
Cash—
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Liabilities—
Net assets$18K
4 years on record · 2021–2024 · YoY revenue -48.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 5
- FRED SCHNEIDER — BOARD MEMBER
- JEFF MORE — BOARD MEMBER
- JON SHESTAKOFSKY — BOARD MEMBER
- MACE HIBBARD — BOARD MEMBER
- TRAVIS CHOCK — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 19
Who they work with
- Baseball Hall of Fame Partner — Collaborates on documenting the history of the Hall of Fame Games.
- Boston Red Sox Partner — Donated steel bleachers from Fenway Park to be used at Doubleday Field in 1959.
- Empire Development Corporation Government — Provided $3 million in state funding for the improvement of Doubleday Field.
- Empire State Development Corporation Government — State agency that announced $3 million for the rehabilitation of Doubleday Field in 2015.
- F. Ambrose Clark Partner — Gifted the “Sandlot Kid” sculpture to the village for installation at Doubleday Field in 1964.
- JSB Baseball Partner — Donated funds that helped create the picnic area at Doubleday Field.
- New York State Government — Provided generous support for the renovation of Doubleday Field.
- New York State Government — Provided state funding for the rehabilitation of Doubleday Field through legislative allocations.
- Office of Assemblyman Bill Magee Government — Announced $1 million in state funding for Doubleday Field rehabilitation in 2015.
- Office of Governor Andrew Cuomo Government — Announced $3 million in state funding for Doubleday Field rehabilitation in 2015.
- Office of State Senator James L. Seward Government — Announced $1 million in state funding for Doubleday Field rehabilitation in 2015.
- SABR Partner — Collaborates with SABR members in organizing Pack Night events.
- State Farm Insurance Agent Partner — Doug Waire of State Farm Insurance donated to support the creation of the picnic area at Doubleday Field.
- Todd Radom Partner — Sports graphic designer who created the exclusive Friends of Doubleday logo pin for tour participants.
- Village of Cooperstown Government — Administers field rental applications and scheduling for Doubleday Field through the Village Office.
- Village of Cooperstown Government — Partner entity responsible for Doubleday Field, which Friends of Doubleday supports financially and operationally.
- Village of Cooperstown Government — Provided generous support for the renovation of Doubleday Field.
- Village of Cooperstown Partner — Supports the Village in meeting costs for renovation and operational expenses at Doubleday Field.
- Works Progress Administration Government — Provided funding for the construction of wooden bleachers at Doubleday Field in 1938.
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.
- Expert-Led Education for Historical Engagementmethodology: expert-led educationBy using expert-led tours and historical documentation, the organization deepens public understanding of Doubleday Field’s legacy, because credible, knowledge-rich interpretation increases visitor engagement and educational impact.
- Historic Preservation as Cultural Stewardshipmethodology: historic_preservationBy restoring and maintaining Doubleday Field’s physical structure and historical artifacts, the organization preserves cultural heritage and strengthens community identity, because the site’s authenticity fosters public connection to baseball history.
- Public-Private Partnership Modelmethodology: public-private_partnershipBy combining public funding with private donations and revenue-generating activities, the organization sustains facility improvements and operations, because blended financing ensures long-term viability of public cultural infrastructure.
- Resource Efficiency and Adaptive Reusemethodology: adaptive reuseBy repurposing salvaged materials and retired stadium components into community amenities, the organization promotes sustainability and enhances visitor experience, because adaptive reuse reduces waste while reinforcing the site’s historical narrative.