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716 Squash Inc
Buffalo, NY · EIN 822680997 · Form 990 · FY2023 · NTEE W11 · Public & Societal Benefit · Small ($100K-$1M) · 716squash.org
revenue
$416K
expenses
$450K
net assets
$384K
employees
7
volunteers
13
program ratio
80%
mission · from form 990

The mission of the Corporation is to empower Buffalo youth with limited access to resources to reach their full potential as students, athletes, and engaged citizens by providing long-term support and life-changing opportunities through education, mentoring, service, and squash.

profile · synthesized from sources

716 Squash Inc empowers youth in Buffalo, NY with limited access to resources through a long-term program combining squash, education, mentoring, and service. The organization supports students from elementary through high school and into college, offering academic enrichment, athletic development, college access support, and character-building experiences. Founded in 2018, it serves as a Buffalo affiliate of the Squash + Education Alliance.

named programs · 4 · from sources

What they call their work

716 Squash Summer Camp
Five-week day camp for middle schoolers integrating academics, squash, fitness, social-emotional learning, and field trips around weekly experiential themes such as entrepreneurship, forensic science, and engineering
Alumni Support Program
Newly created program to continue supporting students after high school graduation as they transition to college and careers
College and Career Access Program
Supports high school students with college visits, financial literacy training, career exploration, and guidance through the college application process; led by a dedicated College + Career Access Coordinator
Squash + Education Midwest League
Hosts and participates in regional squash competitions with other urban squash programs from Cleveland, Pittsburgh, and Toronto as part of the Squash + Education Alliance network
activities · 5 groups

What they do

  • College Access and Success Support 2 activities
    • College and career readiness programming
      Offers college and career readiness support for high school students, including college application assistance, essay writing, SAT preparation, financial literacy, career exploration, and job readiness. Includes a one-week College and Career Access Camp with campus visits.
    • Long-term student cohort support and alumni programming
      Supports students from 5th grade through high school graduation, with documented success in guiding the first cohort of 10 students to graduation. Launched an alumni support program to continue engagement beyond high school.
  • After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
    • Academic and squash enrichment program for middle school students
      Provides academic support, squash instruction, mentoring, and social-emotional learning to 34 middle school students, including curriculum in math, Spanish, CPR, first aid, and hands-on STEM and humanities programming. The program recruits students starting in 5th grade and supports them through high school.
  • Interscholastic and Inclusive School Sports Programs 1 activity
    • Competitive squash team and tournament support
      Coaches and supports student-athletes in regional and national squash competitions, including the Squash + Education Alliance (SEA) Team Nationals, Individual Nationals, and Midwest Championships. Organizes travel for students to tournaments and hosts regional events such as the inaugural Squash + Education Midwest League.
  • Summer Camp Access Scholarships 1 activity
    • Scholarships and leadership development opportunities
      Secures scholarships for students to attend sleep-away academic, squash, and leadership camps at institutions such as Kent School and Hotchkiss. Supports participation in national leadership programs, including the SEA Changemakers Tour from New York City to Washington, D.C.
  • Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
    • Summer and day camp programming
      Hosts annual five-week day camps for youth integrating academics, squash, fitness, and field trips, with thematic programming in areas such as food science, architecture, entrepreneurship, and criminal investigation. Also includes hands-on learning in agriculture and sustainability.
financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$416K
Contributions & grants$369K89%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$4K1%
Other revenue$43K
expenses
Total expenses$450K
Program expenses80%
Admin / overhead6%
Fundraising13%
Salaries & benefits$290K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$417K
Cash$377K
Investments$5K
Liabilities$33K
Net assets$384K
Liquid reserves10.2 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue +2.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023

Who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
Hope Lynch Executive Director 50 $81K
board members · 16
  • Bobbie Dukarm MD — Vice Chair
  • Carey Anderson — Chair Emeritus
  • Charles Jacobs — Secretary
  • Chrissy Pyne — Board Member
  • Daniel McAuliffe — Board Member
  • David Johnson — Board Member
  • Deon Rosado — Board Member
  • Ebony Mallory — Board Member
  • Jay Rey — Board Member
  • John Munro — Board Member
  • Julie Snyder — Treasurer
  • Katie Campos — Board Member
  • Kelly Swanson — Board Member
  • Sarah Duddy — Board Member
  • Steve Bell — President
  • William Pearce — Board Member
relationships · 22

Who they work with

  • Beyond Walls Partner — Competitive partner in the SEA Team Nationals tournament.
  • Chicago's Metro Squash Partner — Competitive partner in the SEA Team Nationals tournament.
  • KIPP New Orleans Partner — Sarah Linneman previously taught at KIPP New Orleans, indicating a prior institutional affiliation relevant to educational programming.
  • ReNew Charter Schools Partner — Sarah Linneman served as Dean of Curriculum and Culture at ReNew Charter Schools, indicating a prior institutional partnership in education.
  • Secondary Education Alliance (SEA) Network — Participates in SEA-sanctioned tournaments and student selection for the SEA High Performance Team.
  • Squash + Education Alliance Network — 716 Squash is the 19th official member program of the Squash + Education Alliance.
  • Squash + Education Alliance Network — Member organization participating in SEA nationals and aligned programming.
  • Squash + Education Alliance Network — Member organization participating in alliance events
  • Squash + Education Alliance Network — Member organization participating in national programming and events.
  • Squash + Education Alliance Network — Participant in the Squash + Education Alliance network, sending students to the SEA Midwest Championships and the SEA Changemakers Tour.
  • Steel City Pittsburgh Partner — Participated in the inaugural Squash + Education Midwest League hosted by 716 Squash.
  • Steel City Pittsburgh Partner — Partner organization participating in the Squash + Education Midwest League.
  • University of Buffalo Network — Alumni affiliation of staff member Julia Quan, indicating educational partnership or connection.
  • Urban Squash Cleveland Partner — Participated in the inaugural Squash + Education Midwest League hosted by 716 Squash.
  • Urban Squash Cleveland Partner — Partner organization participating in the Squash + Education Midwest League.
  • Urban Squash Toronto Partner — Participated in the inaugural Squash + Education Midwest League hosted by 716 Squash.
  • Urban Squash Toronto Partner — Partner organization participating in the Squash + Education Midwest League.
  • WKBW Partner — Collaborated with WKBW to produce a media segment highlighting the organization's programs and participant experiences.
  • WKBW Partner — Featured 716 Squash in a media segment showcasing the program and student experiences.
  • West Buffalo Charter School Partner — School partnership established for student recruitment and program delivery.
  • West Hertel Academy Partner — School partnership established for student recruitment and program delivery.
  • YMCA Partner — Ryan Cody worked as a camp counselor with the YMCA, indicating a professional affiliation or partnership context.
strategies · 4

How they approach the work

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  • Experiential Learning Through Thematic Programming
    methodology: experiential_learning
    By using hands-on, themed weekly activities that connect academic concepts to real-world applications, we foster creativity, critical thinking, and sustained engagement because experiential formats make learning tangible and relevant.
  • Integrated Academic and Athletic Development
    methodology: integrated_academic_athletic_development
    By combining academic enrichment, STEM learning, and social-emotional support with squash instruction, we produce holistic youth development because integrated experiences reinforce engagement and growth across multiple domains.
  • Long-Term Youth Engagement Through Alumni Support
    methodology: long-term youth development
    By maintaining support for graduates through alumni programming, we sustain positive outcomes and engagement because continued connection reinforces resilience and post-program success.
  • Scholar-Athlete Development Model
    methodology: scholar_athlete_model
    By integrating competitive squash, academic support, and college preparatory experiences such as residential campus programs, we develop scholar-athletes capable of excelling in both education and athletics because structured dual-pathway engagement builds discipline and long-term success.