named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Chance Cosgrove Memorial Scholarship
Provides annual scholarships to graduating seniors from Pearl River High School who demonstrate compassion, service, and dedication to community betterment
Hi-Tor Animal Care Center Support
Supports animal welfare and responsible pet adoption through donations to Hi-Tor Animal Care Center
Make-A-Wish Sponsorship
Has sponsored the fulfillment of wishes for children with life-threatening medical conditions in the Hudson Valley region in 2011, 2013, and 2016
Pearl River Little League Support
Donated a batting cage and sponsors a sportsmanship award in Chance’s name for players in the Pearl River Little League
Rockland Hospice Support
Provides funding to Rockland Hospice for palliative care services for individuals at end of life and their families
St. Baldrick’s Fundraising Support
Supports childhood cancer research through participation in and donations to the St. Baldrick’s Foundation fundraising events
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Youth Sports Access and Equipment Support 1 activity
- Donating sports infrastructure to youth programsDonated a batting cage to Pearl River Little League for use during the 2010 baseball season, enhancing youth sports development opportunities.
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General Operating Support Grants 1 activity
- Funding charitable programs aligned with Chance Cosgrove's interestsFunds programs and charities that reflect the personal passions and interests of Chance Cosgrove, with support directed toward health, education, and community service initiatives.
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Cancer Research Funding 1 activity
- Funding childhood cancer researchSupported the St. Baldricks Foundation to raise over $180,000 for childhood cancer research.
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Granting Wishes to Seriously Ill Children 1 activity
- Funding wish fulfillment for children with life-threatening medical conditionsProvided funding to The Make-A-Wish Foundation® of the Hudson Valley in 2011, 2013, and 2016 to support the fulfillment of wishes for children facing life-threatening medical conditions.
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Local High School Scholarship Programs 1 activity
- Providing college scholarships to Pearl River High School graduatesOffers three annual scholarships to graduates of Pearl River High School who demonstrate excellence in education, sports, and volunteerism, reflecting Chance Cosgrove’s values; also described as supporting students committed to community service and compassion.
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Recognition and Awards Programs 1 activity
- Recognizing youth sportsmanship through annual awardsEstablished and awards the annual Tournament of Champions Chance Cosgrove Award to honor players who demonstrate outstanding sportsmanship.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$2K
Contributions & grants$2K100%
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expenses
Total expenses$2K
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Fundraising—
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Grants paid out$1K
balance sheet
Total assets$2K
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Net assets$2K
5 years on record · 2021–2025 · YoY revenue +316.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
board members · 2
- DIANE CALLON — DIRECTOR
- SUSAN POLITIS — DIRECTOR
relationships · 8
Who they work with
- Blue Hill Golf Course Partner — Hosted the foundation's golf event on August 7, 2017.
- Hi-Tor Animal Care Center Partner — Supported animal welfare organization aligned with Chance’s compassion for animals.
- Make-A-Wish Foundation® of the Hudson Valley Partner — Organization through which the foundation funded the fulfillment of children's wishes.
- Pearl River High School Partner — Supported through annual scholarship program for graduating students.
- Pearl River Little League Partner — Collaborated to install a new batting cage and establish the annual Chance Cosgrove award.
- Pearl River Little League Partner — Supported through donation of a batting cage and annual sportsmanship trophy.
- Rockland Hospice Partner — Supported organization providing palliative care at end of life.
- St. Baldricks Foundation Partner — Recipient of fundraising efforts supporting childhood cancer research.
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.
- Community-Service-Based Scholarship Modelmethodology: community-service_scholarshipBy supporting students who demonstrate compassion and community service, the foundation strengthens community well-being, because investing in service-oriented youth cultivates future leaders committed to social responsibility and civic engagement.
- Legacy-Based Grantmakingmethodology: legacy-based grantmakingBy funding charitable programs that reflect Chance Cosgrove's passions and values, the foundation sustains his legacy and ensures continued impact in areas he cared about, thereby aligning ongoing giving with personal history and values-driven priorities.
- Youth Development Through Values Recognitionmethodology: values-based_recognitionBy recognizing and promoting good sportsmanship through a named annual award, the foundation reinforces positive character development in youth, fostering long-term community well-being through role modeling and public reinforcement of prosocial behavior.