named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Annual GVBA Horse Fair
Two-day horse show promoting local Thoroughbred and sporthorse breeders, featuring conformation, performance, and second-career divisions
Equine Scholarships
Two $500 annual scholarships awarded to students pursuing higher education in equine-related fields
GVBA Breeder's Stakes
Race at Finger Lakes Racetrack recognizing top New York-bred Thoroughbreds, held annually since 1979
Genesee Valley Hunt Races
Steeplechase event promoting Thoroughbreds in jump racing, with tailgating and community activities
activities · 3 groups
What they do
-
Equestrian Competition and Recognition Programs 4 activities
- Host annual steeplechase and hunt racing eventsOrganizes and supports equestrian events including the Genesee Valley Hunt Races, featuring tailgate competitions and prime viewing access, and hosts the annual Genesee Valley Breeder's Stakes and Breeder's Handicap races at Finger Lakes Racetrack, with recent runnings dating back to 2017.
- Organize annual horse shows and equestrian competitionsHosts annual horse shows and performance competitions, including hunter divisions, jumper derbies, and regional breeders' shows, to promote local Thoroughbred and sporthorse breeders. Events include the GVBA Breeders Show, the Annual GVBA Horse Fair, and participation in the Syracuse PHA show series, with recent events held at Avon Driving Park, Hasty Hills Farm, and other regional venues.
- Provide educational and networking events for membersHosts an annual November dinner featuring expert speakers on equine topics, organizes member events at Finger Lakes Race Track including a BBQ, and conducts educational programming to support breeder knowledge and community engagement.
- Recognize top local breeders and ownersPresents an annual award to the top money-earning owner, breeder, or trainer of locally bred horses at Finger Lakes Race Track, highlighting excellence in regional equine breeding and performance.
-
-
Equine Industry Representation and Support 1 activity
- Advocate for equine-related legislative issuesMonitors and lobbies the New York State Legislature on policy matters affecting horse breeders and the equine industry to support favorable legal and regulatory conditions.
-
-
Industry-Specific Student Scholarships and Competitions 1 activity
- Award equine and higher education scholarshipsProvides two annual scholarships of $500 each to collegiate members pursuing higher education, supporting future leaders in equine-related or broader academic fields.
-
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$219K
Contributions & grants$194K88%
Program service revenue$5K2%
Investment income$20K9%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$215K
Program expenses7%
Admin / overhead2%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$192K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$242K
Cash$3K
Investments$239K
Liabilities$0
Net assets$242K
Liquid reserves13.5 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +2655.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 5
- ALLITHEA KILLEEN — DIRECTOR
- EILEEN PEARSON — DIRECTOR
- JAMIE BATES — DIRECTOR
- KATHY ZIMMER — DIRECTOR
- MARION THORNE — DIRECTOR
relationships · 8
Who they work with
- Avon Driving Park Partner — Hosted the Genesee Valley Breeder's Association 100th Anniversary Horse Fair.
- Avon Driving Park Partner — Hosts the organization's annual horse show at its historic venue.
- Cornell University Veterinary Hospital Partner — Provides members with a 5% discount at Cornell University Veterinary Hospital.
- Finger Lakes Race Track Partner — Collaborated with Finger Lakes Race Track starting in 1962 to establish an awards program for New York Bred Thoroughbreds.
- Hasty Hills Farm Partner — Provided facilities for the GVBA show in 2019 and 2022.
- Jockey Club Partner — Cooperated with the Jockey Club during WW1 to produce cavalry horses.
- Syracuse PHA Partner — Hosted the GVBA-sponsored Thoroughbred Hunters as part of its show series.
- United States Remount Service Government — Cooperated with the United States Remount Service during WW1 to produce cavalry horses.
strategies · 4
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.
- Capacity Building Through Breeding Trainingmethodology: capacity_building_through_trainingBy providing breeding instruction and assistance, the organization improves welfare outcomes for breeders and horses, because enhanced breeder knowledge leads to better equine care and sustainable practices.
- Education-Supported Community Advancementmethodology: education-supportBy supporting the educational advancement of members and local equestrians, the organization strengthens individual capacity and industry standards, because improved knowledge directly enhances breeding, training, and equine welfare practices.
- Family-Oriented Engagement Modelmethodology: family-engagementBy designing equestrian events to be accessible and engaging for all ages, the organization increases community participation and sustains interest in equestrian culture, because inclusive, intergenerational involvement strengthens long-term engagement.
- Second-Career Transition for Thoroughbredsmethodology: second-career-transitionBy creating opportunities for Thoroughbreds to transition to second careers under saddle, the organization improves post-racing welfare and adoption outcomes, because retraining and repurposing reduce retirement risks and strengthen human-horse bonds.