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HFL YOUTH LACROSSE INC
Lima, NY · EIN 452087041 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE O50 · Youth Development · Small ($100K-$1M) · hfllax.org
revenue
$334K
expenses
$355K
net assets
$7K
employees
0
volunteers
25
program ratio
99%
mission · from form 990

To Teach the game of lacrosse to youth individuals about good sportsmanship, cooperation, honesty, integrity and leadership among the youth through supdervised competitive lacrosse in a fun, safe, and positive environment and to support the develoment of players, parents and coaches in the game of lacrosse; and provide structure and direction to promote lacrosse as a character building influence for the youth and assist the youth to become better citizens by instilling in them the values that are obtained through competitive sports and team building

profile · synthesized from sources

HFL YOUTH LACROSSE INC is a community-based youth sports organization in Lima, New York, focused on teaching lacrosse to children in grades K–12. The organization emphasizes character development through sports, promoting values such as teamwork, leadership, and sportsmanship. It operates seasonal programs including spring, fall, and winter lacrosse, along with camps and tournaments, and supports scholastic teams through modified, JV, and varsity levels.

named programs · 8 · from sources

What they call their work

Cougar Day – Cancer Day
Annual awareness and fundraising event featuring pink apparel sales, with 100% of proceeds supporting the Kristine Brassie Scholarship Fund for students in the community
Fall Lacrosse Program
No-cost clinics in September for grades K–6, designed to reintroduce players to the sport and allow new participants to try lacrosse with equipment provided
Legacy Field Project
Community initiative to build a multi-sport field behind Manor School in honor of Kristine Brassie, serving as a memorial and functional space for youth sports and school activities
Scholastic Lacrosse Programs
Pathway for players beyond 6th grade into Modified (grades 7–8), Junior Varsity (grades 9–10), and Varsity (grades 11–12) teams competing in Section V athletics
Spring Lacrosse Program
Main season program for grades K–6 running from April to June, focusing on skill development, practices, and games in a structured league format
Winter Lacrosse Program
Indoor skills and drills training held at The Athletic Campus in Rochester, NY, for grades K–12 to maintain and improve lacrosse abilities during the off-season
Youth Lacrosse Camps
Summer camps offering intensive lacrosse instruction and activities for youth players to develop their skills and passion for the game
Youth Lacrosse Tournaments
Tournament opportunities for town-level youth teams to gain additional game experience and competition
activities · 5 groups

What they do

  • Community Recovery Awareness Events 1 activity
    • Community engagement and memorial initiatives
      Organizes annual community events such as a May 2 "wear pink" day to support individuals affected by cancer and spearheads the creation of Legacy Field to honor deceased members of the HF-L Lacrosse community.
  • Workplace and Affiliate Giving Programs 1 activity
    • Funding scholarships through apparel sales
      Directs 100% of proceeds from Cougar Day apparel sales to the Kristine Brassie Scholarship Fund, supporting scholarship initiatives as part of its community commitment.
  • Nonprofit Retail and Merchandise Sales 1 activity
    • Funding youth lacrosse programs and equipment through merchandise sales
      Generates revenue through the sale of branded apparel and gear—both in limited-time online shops and annual Shop Events—to fund youth lacrosse programs, equipment, and player opportunities.
  • Lacrosse Program Support and Development 1 activity
    • Hosting youth lacrosse camps, clinics, and tournaments
      Organizes and hosts lacrosse camps during summer months, skills clinics for players of all experience levels, and tournaments for town-based youth lacrosse programs, primarily held at Legacy Field Box Turf and The Athletic Campus in Rochester, NY.
  • Youth Soccer Development Programs 1 activity
    • Youth lacrosse programs across spring, fall, and winter seasons
      Provides year-round lacrosse programming for youth in grades K–12, including spring season play (April–June), no-cost fall clinics on weekends in September, and indoor winter training programs focused on skill development. Programs include Modified (Grades 7–8), JV (Grades 9–10), and Varsity (Grades 11–12) levels, with practices, games, and tournaments designed to build fundamental skills and lacrosse IQ.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$334K
Contributions & grants$280K84%
Program service revenue$54K16%
Investment income$100%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$355K
Program expenses99%
Admin / overhead1%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$291K
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$22K
Cash$22K
Investments$0
Liabilities$15K
Net assets$7K
Liquid reserves0.8 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +589.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 3
  • ANDREW PRATT — PRESIDENT
  • BRANDON WOOD — TREASURER
  • ELLEN ZITTLE — SECRETARY
relationships · 9

Who they work with

  • Brassie Family Partner — Partnering with HFL Youth Lacrosse to create Legacy Field in honor of Kristine Brassie.
  • DICK'S Sporting Goods Partner — Corporate sponsor providing exclusive savings and lacrosse-focused offers to HFL families through a sponsorship partnership.
  • DICK’S Sporting Goods Partner — Partnered with HFL Lacrosse through a sponsorship agreement.
  • DICK’S Sporting Goods Partner — Provides sponsorship support for HFL Youth Lacrosse Inc.
  • Grizzly Graphics Inc Partner — Partner organization hosting the HFL Lacrosse Gear Shop online.
  • Honeoyee Falls – Lima Central School District Partner — Collaborating to develop Legacy Field on the HFL campus.
  • Kristine Brassie Scholarship Fund Partner — Partner organization supported through proceeds from Cougar Day apparel sales.
  • The Athletic Campus Partner — Provides indoor facility space for HFL Lacrosse winter training sessions in Rochester, NY.
  • Westminster Partner — Provided event space for the Annual HFL Lacrosse Social.
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.

  • Barrier-Free Access to Youth Sports
    methodology: barrier-free_access
    By removing financial barriers through free programs and free equipment distribution, the organization increases youth participation in lacrosse, because eliminating cost obstacles enables broader inclusion, especially for new or underserved players.
  • Character Development Through Sports
    methodology: character-development-through-sports
    By using supervised competitive lacrosse, the organization instills character values such as sportsmanship, cooperation, honesty, and leadership in youth, with the belief that structured team sports build better citizens because participation fosters personal growth and social responsibility.
  • Inclusive Skill Development for Novice Youth
    methodology: inclusive_skill_development
    By providing age- and skill-appropriate instruction in a fun and inclusive environment, the organization builds foundational lacrosse skills and team concepts among children with no prior experience, because low-pressure, accessible entry points encourage sustained engagement and confidence.