named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Guest Mooring Program
Provides temporary mooring and clubhouse access for visiting yachtsmen and members of reciprocal clubs
Junior Sailing Program
Summer sailing instruction for youth aged 7–18, offering beginner, intermediate, and advanced classes in Optimist dinghies and 420/JY-15 boats; includes on-water training and regattas
Regatta Hosting
Organizes and hosts local and regional sailboat racing events including the Transplant Regatta and participation in larger events like OpSail
Tender Service
Scheduled tender service from May through October transporting members to and from boats on moorings in Great Kills Harbor
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Recreational Boating and Sailing Programs 3 activities
- Operate clubhouse and waterfront facilities for member recreationProvides a clubhouse, docks, anchorage, and mooring spaces with tender service for member and visiting yachts at its facility in Great Kills Harbor, including access to club amenities and reciprocal agreements with yacht clubs worldwide.
- Promote and organize sailboat racing and sailing activitiesConducts sailboat racing using designated fleets including the Richmond County One-Design class and Harpoon class, and promotes active participation in sailing through structured racing programs and community engagement.
- Run junior sailing and youth sailing instruction programsOffers structured summer sailing programs for children aged 7–18, including Beginner Optimist, Intermediate Optimist, and 420/JY15 classes, with instruction Monday through Thursday from early July to mid-August.
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Private Social and Recreational Clubs 1 activity
- Host social and community events for members and visitorsOperates a year-round clubhouse and deck area for social gatherings, including summer deck parties, winter indoor events, and special parties for visiting tall ships and international yachts, such as during OP-sail celebrations.
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Organizational Governance & Leadership Development 1 activity
- Manage club operations through member committeesOrganizes and runs club operations using a committee structure with designated chairs responsible for specific functional areas.
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Private Club Dining Services 1 activity
- Provide food and beverage services to members and guestsServes lunch from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM and provides bar service during extended hours on Wednesdays through Sundays at the clubhouse.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$746K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$729K98%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$17K
expenses
Total expenses$834K
Program expenses94%
Admin / overhead6%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$140K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$2.99M
Cash$118K
Investments$0
Liabilities$1.44M
Net assets$1.56M
Liquid reserves1.7 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -10.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 15
- BRIAN DEVITO — VICE COMMODORE
- CHRISTOPHER GOVERNO — BOARD OF GOVERN
- DWIGHT MILLMAN — BOARD OF GOVERN
- EVELYN CUSHMAN — Secretary
- JAMES DIMEO — BOARD OF GOVERN
- JESSE OTTESEN — REAR COMMODORE
- JOHN MALONEY — BOARD OF GOVERN
- JOHN SANTANA — FLEET CAPTAIN
- LORETTA SPERANZO — Treasurer
- MATT MALLOY — COMMODORE
- MICHAEL BURNS — GOVERNOR
- PAUL KELLY — BOARD OF GOVERN
- RICHARD NUZZOLO — BOARD OF GOVERN
- ROBERT KOLB — BOARD OF GOVERN
- SALVATORE DESALVO — GOVERNOR
relationships · 5
Who they work with
- Erika Papagni Government — Office Manager who receives registration deposits for the junior sailing program.
- Great Kills Boat Yard and Marina Partner — Sold original club property to Great Kills Boat Yard and Marina as part of financing for relocation in 1970.
- North Jersey Yacht Racing Association Partner — Collaborates with the North Jersey Yacht Racing Association to support yacht racing activities.
- Raritan Bay reciprocal clubs Network — Participates in reciprocal arrangements with Raritan Bay reciprocal clubs, allowing members to receive benefits when visiting.
- US Sailing Network — Participates in the US Sailing MVP Program to receive membership credits and support community sailing initiatives.
strategies · 5
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.
- Education- and Facility-Based Community Engagement 26 orgsmethodology: education-and-facility-based-community-engagementBy combining the educational promotion of seamanship and naval construction with access to physical facilities, the club advances maritime knowledge and fosters community engagement because shared learning and physical co-location strengthen member investment and social ties.shared approach: Recreation-Based Community Engagement →
- Family-Oriented Boating and Social Programming 26 orgsmethodology: family-oriented boating and social programmingBy integrating boating activities with a family-centered social environment, the club enhances member engagement because intergenerational participation and social inclusion deepen attachment to club traditions and increase retention.shared approach: Recreation-Based Community Engagement →
- Reciprocal Club Partnerships 26 orgsmethodology: reciprocal_partnershipsBy establishing reciprocal agreements with like-minded yacht clubs, the club extends member access and enhances value because shared standards and mutual recognition enable broader networking and cruising opportunities, increasing member satisfaction and retention.shared approach: Recreation-Based Community Engagement →
- Membership-Tiered Access Model 21 orgsmethodology: membership-tiered_accessBy offering tiered access to yachting, boating, and social activities, the club fosters community engagement and pride in traditions because differentiated participation levels create pathways for advancement and reinforce a sense of belonging and achievement.shared approach: Access Through Community Co-Production →
- One-Design and Handicap Racing Systems 21 orgsmethodology: racing_inclusivity_through_standardizationBy using one-design racing classes and the PHRF handicap system, the club promotes fair and accessible sailboat racing because standardization and equitable competition lower barriers to entry and sustain broad participation across skill and vessel types.shared approach: Access Through Community Co-Production →