EIN 58-2087265

BlazeSports America

IRS 501(c) type
501(c)(3)
Num. employees
13
State
Year formed
1993
Most recent tax filings
2023-12-01
Description
BlazeSports America changes the lives of individuals with physical disabilities through adaptive sport and physical activity. It coordinates and implements Georgia sport, physical activity, and recreation programs throughout metro-Atlanta and Georgia to improve the health, school performance, community reintegration, and quality of life of children, young adults, and veterans with disabilities. Its location is Norcross, GA.
Total revenues
$1,161,008
2023
Total expenses
$977,603
2023
Total assets
$657,465
2023
Num. employees
13
2023

Program areas at BlazeSports America

In 2023, BlazeSports served over 1,000 individuals with disabilities through adaptive sports, recreation, movement, and college development programs. We saw a significant increase in participation, expanding our youth population by more than 30% and welcoming 200 new veterans, which represents approximately a 50% increase in active participants. Our program offerings now include 14 adaptive sports, along with camps, clinics, and events focused on personal growth.In 2023, we introduced Air Rifle as a new program for veterans. Additionally, we conducted clinics for sled hockey, climbing, adaptive (CONTINUED ON SCHEDULE O)(CONTINUED FROM PAGE 2 OF FORM 990)fitness, and golf. We also expanded our offerings by adding pickleball,reintroducing our learn-to-swim program, and expanding our CrossFit programs. Furthermore, we hosted two veteran camps, a youth week long summer camp and some one-day camps throughout the year. These camps serve as havens for healing, camaraderie, and wellness.BlazeSports hosted the National Parasport Conference in Norcross, GA. With attendees joining both virtually and in-person, we brought together industry leaders in parasport from across the country. This event demonstrated our commitment to growing and improving the parasport community for both providers and athletes.Our BlazeTOTS program also saw tremendous growth as we served over 400 toddlers with disabilities, aged 2-6. This innovative initiative focuses on early childhood development through adaptive sports, recreation, and movement activities. BlazeTOTS aims to foster physical, cognitive, and social growth in young children by providing a supportive and inclusive environment. The program includes structured play, skill-building exercises, and parent-child interactive sessions, ensuring a holistic approach to development. BlazeTOTS also offers educational resources and support for families.

Who funds BlazeSports America

Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
GrantmakerDescriptionAmount
Honda USA Foundation (AHF)Formed As the Legacy Organization of the 1996 Paralympic Games Held in Atlanta, Georgia, Blazesports America Strives To Change the Lives of Children and Adults With A Physical Disability Through Adaptive Sports, Recreation, and Physical Activity. Through Camp Phoenix, Kids and Teens With Cerebral Palsy, Spina Bifida, Muscular Dystrophy Or Other Related Physical Disabilities Participate in A Variety of Adaptive Sports and Recreational Activities, While Building Leadership and Self-Advocacy Skills. Participants Leave Their Fun-Filled, Week-Long Experience More Confident, Independent, Better Leaders and With Lots of New Friends.$25,000
Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding TrustUnrestricted General Support$25,000
Christopher and Dana Reeve FoundationCamp$21,575
...and 9 more grants received

Personnel at BlazeSports America

NameTitleCompensation
Dawn ChuriExecutive Director$202,027
Allison DankoOffice Manager
Cristiana HuhMa Manager, Marketing and Communications
Daniel DegraffenreidDevelopment Manager
Annalyn SmithProgram Manager
...and 5 more key personnel

Financials for BlazeSports America

RevenuesFYE 12/2023
Total grants, contributions, etc.$1,069,206
Program services$83,614
Investment income and dividends$8,188
Tax-exempt bond proceeds$0
Royalty revenue$0
Net rental income$0
Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets$0
Net income from fundraising events$0
Net income from gaming activities$0
Net income from sales of inventory$0
Miscellaneous revenues$0
Total revenues$1,161,008

Form 990s for BlazeSports America

Fiscal year endingDate received by IRSFormPDF link
2023-122024-10-17990View PDF
2022-122023-11-13990View PDF
2021-122022-11-09990View PDF
2020-122021-11-08990View PDF
2019-122021-04-02990View PDF
...and 11 more Form 990s

Organizations like BlazeSports America

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Special Olympics NebraskaOmaha, NE$3,096,644
Special Olympics Connecticut (SOCT)Hamden, CT$5,296,107
Bridge II SportsDurham, NC$916,325
Adaptive Sports Program New MexicoSanta Fe, NM$367,479
National Sports Center for the DisabledDenver, CO$3,712,342
Disabled Sports Eastern SierraMammoth Lakes, CA$4,991,791
Special Olympics South DakotaSioux Falls, SD$1,455,008
Ignite Adaptive SportsBoulder, CO$874,918
Alyeska Ski ClubGirdwood, AK$1,397,397
Disabled Sports USA - Adaptive Sports AssociationDurango, CO$1,424,896
Data update history
October 1, 2024
Updated personnel
Identified 4 new personnel
September 21, 2024
Received grants
Identified 3 new grant, including a grant for $25,000 from Honda USA Foundation (AHF)
January 24, 2024
Updated personnel
Identified 1 new personnel
January 23, 2024
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2022
January 2, 2024
Received grants
Identified 4 new grant, including a grant for $21,575 from Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation
Nonprofit Types
Parks and recreation centersSports competitionsCharities
Issues
Human servicesSports
Characteristics
LobbyingState / local levelReceives government fundingCommunity engagement / volunteeringTax deductible donationsAccepts online donations
General information
Address
3000 Business Park Dr A
Norcross, GA 30071
Metro area
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Alpharetta, GA
County
Gwinnett County, GA
Website URL
blazesports.org/ 
Phone
(404) 270-2000
IRS details
EIN
58-2087265
Fiscal year end
December
Taxreturn type
Form 990
Year formed
1993
Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
Yes
Categorization
NTEE code, primary
N70: Amateur Sports Competitions
NAICS code, primary
713940: Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers
Parent/child status
Independent
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