named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Equipment Library
Loan program providing race equipment such as timing devices, cones, vests, and clocks to local race directors in Monroe County and adjacent areas.
Freezeroo Series
Annual winter race series of six low-key, chip-timed events organized by GRRC with partner running groups, offering hot refreshments and series awards.
GRRC Hall of Fame
Annual recognition program honoring individuals who have made significant contributions to the Rochester running community through achievement, volunteerism, or service.
MILEStone Patch Challenge
Year-round mileage tracking program that recognizes members for accumulating running mileage with patches awarded at different levels.
Spring Track Clinic
7-week running program for beginners, intermediate, and advanced runners held at Nazareth College, including track workouts, guest speakers, and a concluding race.
Summer Clinic
8-week running clinic at Roberts Wesleyan University with weekly track workouts, educational topics, and a concluding 1-mile race.
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Organized Running and Triathlon Events 5 activities
- Administers runner recognition and awards programsAdministers the Rochester Runner of the Year (RROY) Series and the MILEStone Challenge to recognize top local runners, track member mileage, and increase participation in regional races. Awards include patches for qualifying members and public recognition at an annual banquet.
- Membership and regional promotion of runningPromotes running as part of a healthy lifestyle in the greater Rochester, NY area across a six-county region. The club has over 380 members (as of 2023), including runners, walkers, athletes, and fitness enthusiasts, and has engaged over 10,000 different athletes in competition over time.
- Organizes and promotes running events and race seriesOrganizes multiple running events annually, including the Freezeroo Series (six winter races) and ultramarathon events such as the Mind The Ducks 12 Hour and Candlelight 12- and 24-Hour races. Provides standings and awards for participants who complete at least four of the six races in the winter series.
- Provides resources and community engagement opportunitiesHosts member events such as the annual Summer Picnic & Membership Meeting, sponsors team participation in external events like the Summer Speed Festival, and provides online links and resources to support the local running community.
- Supports local race organizers with equipment lendingLoans race timing and course management equipment—including traffic cones, vests, flags, mile markers, water coolers, and megaphones—to race directors in Monroe County and adjacent counties to support local running events.
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Track & Field Competition Support 1 activity
- Competitive team participation and achievementFields competitive teams that participate in regional, state, and national running competitions, winning over 20 national championships and more than 200 team championships at regional and state levels.
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Coached Athletic Training Programs 1 activity
- Operates running clinics and training programsOffers structured training opportunities including a 7-week spring track clinic and an 8-week summer running clinic, each with beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels. Clinics include track workouts, educational sessions with guest speakers (e.g., on nutrition and injury prevention), and conclude with a 1-mile race. Registration includes entry to a designated race (e.g., McMullen Mile).
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Recognition and Awards Programs 1 activity
- Recognizes community contributions through Hall of Fame programAdministers a Hall of Fame program that honors individuals for their impact on the Rochester running community through personal achievements, volunteerism, mentorship, or service to the club.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$67K
Contributions & grants$2000%
Program service revenue$63K95%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$66K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$13K
balance sheet
Total assets$44K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$44K
2 years on record · 2023–2024 · YoY revenue -20.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 8
- Alex Croll — Director
- Christina Ruhland — Director
- Douglas Jones — Director
- Egils Robs — Director
- Greg Brooks — Director
- Kelly Nash — Director
- Rachel Della Pietra — Director
- Stephen Scherer — Director
relationships · 31
Who they work with
- Bagel Bunch Runners Partner — Assists in organizing the Freezeroo Series races.
- Bagel Bunch Runners Partner — Linked as a free local running group.
- Fleet Feet Sports Partner — Linked as a running-focused retailer offering group workouts, races, and training programs.
- GRRC Board of Directors Partner — Responsible for selecting Hall of Fame inductees starting in 2025.
- Genesee Valley Harriers Partner — Coaches Michael Reif and Carolyn Smith-Hanna are affiliated with Genesee Valley Harriers and lead the spring clinic.
- Genesee Valley Harriers Partner — Coaches Michael Reif and Carolyn Smith-Hanna, affiliated with Genesee Valley Harriers, lead the spring track clinic.
- Genesee Valley Harriers Partner — Collaborated through leadership overlap, with Bill Quinlisk serving as president of both organizations.
- Genesee Valley Harriers Partner — Linked as a local cross-country running club.
- Gold Rush Runners Partner — Assists in organizing the Freezeroo Series races.
- Goose Adventure Racing Partner — Linked as a local trail and off-road racing group.
- Greater Buffalo Track Club Network — Club whose races are included in member discount offerings and highlighted in club communications.
- Greater Rochester Track Club Network — Sponsors and oversees the Rochester Runner of the Year Series.
- Local informal running groups Partner — Collaborates with local informal running groups to direct the Freezeroo Series winter races.
- Medved Running and Walking Partner — Linked as a running-focused sports store in Pittsford offering workouts, races, and training.
- Nazareth College Partner — Hosts the spring track clinic at Golden Flyer Stadium.
- New York Road Runners Club Partner — Linked as a related marathon and running organization.
- Obatron Productions/Obatron Fitness Partner — Coach Vickey Beaver from Obatron Productions/Obatron Fitness leads the summer running clinic.
- On Track Physical Therapy and Performance Partner — Sponsored and facilitated team registration for the Summer Speed Festival event.
- Oven Door Runners Partner — Assists in organizing the Freezeroo Series races.
- PCR Timing Partner — Linked as a provider of race timing and results services.
- Road Runners Club of America Network — Greater Rochester Track Club is affiliated with the national Road Runners Club of America network.
- Roberts Wesleyan University Partner — Hosts the summer running clinic on campus.
- Roberts Wesleyan University Partner — Hosts the summer running clinic on its campus in North Chili.
- Rochester Orienteering Club Partner — Linked as a local running-related organization.
- Rochester Running Company Partner — Linked as a local running-focused sports store that hosts races and group workouts.
- Rotary Camp Sunshine Partner — Hosted the Candlelight 12- and 24-Hour ultramarathon event after its relocation from EquiCenter.
- Sal’s Runners Partner — Assists in organizing the Freezeroo Series races.
- TrailsRoc Partner — Linked as a local trail running group.
- Ultrak Partner — Supplier of L10 Lane Timer used by the organization for race timing.
- West Side Walkers and Runners Partner — Linked as a free local running group led by Coach Vickey Beaver.
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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.
- Inclusive and Tiered Program Designmethodology: inclusive_program_designBy offering skill-level tiering and diverse training modalities—including track, trail, and structured programs—the club accommodates varying runner abilities and interests, because matching training to participant readiness and preferences increases engagement and retention.
- Low-Barrier Community Racingmethodology: low_barrier_racingBy hosting low-key, chip-timed races on open roads with relay options and post-race refreshments, the club lowers entry barriers to participation, because accessible, welcoming event formats encourage broader community involvement in running.
- Performance Recognition to Drive Engagementmethodology: performance-recognition-to-drive-engagementBy recognizing top performers in local races and through a formal Hall of Fame, the club incentivizes participation and promotes competitive running, because public acknowledgment of achievement motivates runners and builds community role models.