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ROCHESTER COMMUNITY INCLUSIVE ROWING INC
ROCHESTER, NY · EIN 451832009 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE P20 · Human Services · Small ($100K-$1M) · rcir.org
revenue
$115K
expenses
$54K
net assets
$488K
employees
0
volunteers
20
program ratio
94%
mission · from form 990

TO CREATE INCLUSIVE OPPORTUNITIES IN THE SPORT OF ROWING IN THE ROCHESTER AREA BY DEVELOPING AND DELIVERING PROGRAMS IN ROWING INSTRUCTION AND PROVIDING ADAPTIVE EQUIPMENT TO PERSONS WITH PHYSICAL DISABILITIES, AND IN DOING SO, THE CORPORATION SEEKS TO IMPROVE THEIR LIVES AND HELP THEM GAIN INDEPENDENCE.

profile · synthesized from sources

Rochester Community Inclusive Rowing (RCiR) provides adaptive, inclusive rowing programs for Veterans, First Responders, and individuals with physical or mental challenges. Based in Rochester, NY, the organization operates an ADA-compliant boathouse on Black Creek, offering free sculling instruction and therapeutic rowing. RCiR emphasizes community, accessibility, and personal growth through on-water and complementary wellness activities.

named programs · 5 · from sources

What they call their work

Fireside Chats
Community discussions focused on resilience, trauma, and healing, led by facilitator Dan Justis
Indoor Rowing Tanks
Year-round indoor rowing program held at Pittsford Indoor Rowing Center for ongoing training and therapy
Learn to Row
Sculling instruction for Veterans, First Responders, and individuals with disabilities; offered June–October at the RCiR Boathouse
Meditation + Mindfulness Classes
Guided meditation and mindfulness series to support mental well-being
Yoga at the Boathouse
Weekly yoga classes offered at the RCiR Boathouse to support mindfulness and physical wellness
activities · 4 groups

What they do

  • Youth and Adult Rowing Programs 3 activities
    • Adaptive rowing instruction and programming
      Provides free adaptive rowing instruction and therapeutic sculling programs for individuals with physical and cognitive disabilities, including those with cerebral palsy and multiple sclerosis, as well as veterans and others facing barriers to participation. Programs integrate physical activity, emotional regulation, and mindfulness, and are offered year-round through on-water and indoor rowing sessions.
    • Operation of ADA-compliant adaptive boathouse facility
      Operates a 6,000 sq ft ADA-compliant boathouse facility on Black Creek in Rochester, NY, established as the first inclusive, adaptive, and ADA-compliant sculling center in the United States, to expand access to rowing for veterans, first responders, and individuals with physical or mental challenges.
    • Provision of adaptive equipment and safety support
      Provides and maintains customized adaptive rowing equipment and personal flotation devices to support rowers with vision, mobility, and sensory challenges, and offers on-site assistance during sessions including equipment handling, boat launching, and technique support.
  • Community Wellness Movement Classes 1 activity
    • Community wellness programming
      Hosts weekly yoga classes, seasonal hiking, mindfulness sessions, and indoor rowing tank training to support physical health, peer connection, and mental well-being for community members, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
  • Charity Event Organization 1 activity
    • Event and regatta participation and coordination
      Organizes and participates in rowing-related events, including an annual golf tournament fundraiser, Veterans Cookout, and virtual dual-regattas, to support therapeutic programs and community engagement.
  • Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
    • Volunteer training and engagement
      Trains and deploys volunteers, including those with no prior rowing experience, to serve as guides, support staff, and event assistants in rowing programs and related community events.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$115K
Contributions & grants$108K94%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$3K3%
Other revenue$4K
expenses
Total expenses$54K
Program expenses94%
Admin / overhead3%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$640K
Cash$157K
Investments$37K
Liabilities$152K
Net assets$488K
Liquid reserves43.4 mo
4 years on record · 2021–2024 · YoY revenue +31.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 6
  • DANIEL BOWER — BOARD MEMBER
  • DENNIS FRONHEISER — SECRETARY
  • ELIZABETH O'NEILL — BOARD MEMBER
  • GERALD F NASCA JR — TREASURER
  • JENNIFER MASON — BOARD MEMBER
  • TIMOTHY J GIARRUSSO — PRESIDENT
relationships · 36

Who they work with

  • Beth O’Neill Partner — Volunteer and board member contributing to organizational leadership and service delivery.
  • CompeerCORPS Partner — Referral and collaboration partner through which veterans are introduced to RCiR’s rowing program.
  • CompeerCORPS Partner — Refers veterans to RCIR for adaptive rowing and wellness programs.
  • Daniel Villani Partner — Volunteer fundraiser supporting financial sustainability of programs.
  • Dennis Fronheiser Partner — Co-founder and key leader in establishing and growing the organization's programs for Veterans and others with physical or mental challenges.
  • Dennis Fronheiser Partner — Co-founder of Rochester Community Inclusive Rowing who articulates the organization's philosophy of focusing on abilities.
  • Fairport Crew Partner — Youth rowing organization supporting inclusive rowing initiatives
  • Freedom Rows Partner — Collaborates with Freedom Rows to provide rowing opportunities for disabled veterans and members of the armed forces.
  • Friends of Scholastic Crew Partner — Support organization for scholastic rowing collaborating with community rowing
  • Gayle Stahl Partner — Volunteer participating in and supporting rowing programs.
  • Genesee Rowing Club Partner — Provided temporary housing for RCiR during development of its adaptive sculling methodology and boathouse construction.
  • Genesee Waterways Center Partner — Community partner supporting inclusive rowing programs
  • Geneseo Crew Partner — College rowing program involved in community rowing support
  • Head of the Genesee Partner — Co-organized a virtual dual-regatta in 2020.
  • Jay Nasca Partner — Volunteer and treasurer supporting financial oversight and operations.
  • Katia (Kat) Chaban Partner — Volunteer sharing passion for rowing with participants.
  • Linda Eastman Partner — Volunteer continuing involvement with RCIR during cancer treatment and recovery.
  • Marienne Siracusa Partner — Volunteer with experience in Master Rowing programs contributing to RCIR.
  • Mercy Crew Partner — School-affiliated rowing program collaborating on community rowing
  • Naiades Oncology Rowing Partner — Rowing organization focused on oncology patients partnering with community rowing
  • Nazareth Crew Partner — Local collegiate rowing program collaborating on inclusive rowing
  • Paige Baker Partner — Volunteer benefiting from and contributing to the organization’s rowing programs.
  • Pat Stahl Partner — Volunteer describing involvement with RCIR as life-changing.
  • Pittsford Crew Partner — Rowing organization supporting inclusive rowing initiatives
  • Pittsford Indoor Rowing Center Partner — Facility partner providing indoor rowing resources
  • RIT Crew Partner — University rowing team supporting inclusive rowing efforts
  • Rochester Boat Club Partner — Local rowing organization collaborating on inclusive programs
  • Rochester Community Inclusive Rowing Partner — Organization providing inclusive rowing programs for individuals with diverse capabilities.
  • Rochester Community Inclusive Rowing Inc Partner — Volunteers directly support rowing sessions and events organized by the organization.
  • St John Fisher Rowing Partner — College rowing team partnering with community rowing programs
+ 6 more
strategies · 4

How they approach the work

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  • Ability-Centered Inclusive Methodology
    methodology: ability-centered_approach
    By focusing on participants' abilities rather than limitations and using adaptive techniques as equalizers, the organization enables full participation and builds confidence because this approach transforms perceived limitations into opportunities for growth and self-efficacy.
  • Adaptive Rowing as Therapeutic Practice
    methodology: therapeutic_rowing
    By using adaptive rowing techniques and on-water experiences, the organization promotes mental health, emotional regulation, and mindfulness because the rhythmic, meditative nature of rowing serves as a mind-body intervention for individuals with disabilities and veterans.
  • Individualized Adaptive Instruction Model
    methodology: individualized_adaptation
    By adapting instruction and equipment to individual needs, the organization enables rapid independence and engagement because personalized support ensures physical safety, psychological comfort, and effective skill acquisition for people with diverse capabilities.
  • Non-Competitive, Community-Engaged Environment
    methodology: non_competitive_environment
    By fostering a non-competitive atmosphere and integrating peer support through community-engaged rowing, the organization promotes emotional safety and mutual growth because vulnerability and connection are prioritized over performance, enhancing participant retention and well-being.