What they reported doing
- #1 primary $394KThe Y is a leading voice on health and well-being. We bring families closer together, encourage good health and foster connections through fitness, sports, fun, and shared interests. As a result, over 6,000 people in our community are receiving the support, guidance, and resources they need to achieve greater health in spirit, mind, and body. This is particularly important as our nation struggles with an obesity crisis, families struggle with work/life balance and individuals search for personal fulfillment. Our programs are accessible, affordable and open to all faiths, backgrounds, abilities, and income levels.
What they call their work
What they do
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Civil Rights Advocacy & Litigation 1 activity
- Advocate for policy change on societal issuesEngages in advocacy efforts at the community and national levels to influence policies and initiatives addressing broader societal challenges.
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Youth Safety and Protection Programs 1 activity
- Conduct safety and background screening for participantsPerforms background checks using the national sex offender registry for all participants as a condition of program participation and membership, and maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward abuse or neglect.
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Youth Soccer Development Programs 1 activity
- Deliver youth and adult sports programsCoaches sports teams and teaches fitness and recreational classes for youth and adults, promoting physical activity and community engagement through structured group activities.
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Community Capacity Building & Leadership Networks 1 activity
- Engage in community service and outreachParticipates in local community service initiatives to support neighbors and strengthen community ties.
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Organized Running and Triathlon Events 1 activity
- Host community fitness challenges and special eventsOrganizes physical activity promotions such as step challenges, strength competitions, fun runs, wellness weeks, themed group classes, and endurance challenges like the Summer Sweat Challenge and Summer Double Ultra Triathlon Challenge, with prize incentives and completion certificates.
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Member Hardship Assistance Programs 1 activity
- Offer financial assistance for membership and program accessProvides financial aid to individuals and families to ensure accessibility to YMCA memberships and programs, supporting equitable participation across the community.
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Healthcare Compliance and Ethics Programs 1 activity
- Operate anonymous reporting and compliance systemsMaintains institutional integrity through ethical standards, timely investigation of policy violations, and an anonymous reporting system for employees, volunteers, members, and community members to report concerns.
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Member-Focused Fitness and Wellness Facilities 1 activity
- Provide health, fitness, and wellness programsOffers fitness centers with cardio and weight equipment, free group exercise classes, personal training, nutrition coaching, and specialized programs such as prenatal/postpartum training and non-contact boxing for individuals with Parkinson’s disease. Includes structured programs like Rock Steady Boxing assessments and 6-session nutrition coaching packages, available in-person and virtually.
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Reciprocal Club Access Program 1 activity
- Provide nationwide membership accessOffers members of the Hornell Area Family YMCA and Dansville YMCA access to over 2,000 YMCAs across the United States as part of membership benefits.
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Who runs it
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kristoph Kocan | Executive Director | 40 | $119K |
- BRETT AHRENS — BOARD MEMBER
- Brian Schu — Board Member
- Jeremy Bittle — President
- Joe Pelych — Board Member - resigned during year
- LAURA VETTER — BOARD MEMBER
- Larry Valentine — Board Member
- Lisa Sanford — Board member
- Lynn Blades — Board Member
- MELISSA PONTICELLO — BOARD MEMBER
- MICHAEL MCKUMISKEY — Treasurer
- Margaret Terry — Secretary
- Mike Davidson — Board Member - resigned Jan 2025
- RANDAL RUMMEL — Board Member - resigned during year
- STEVE Peck — Board member
- Susan Gray — Board Member - resigned Feb 2025
- TRACY STILLMAN — Vice President
- Victor Ionescu — Board member
- Wendy Disbrow — board member
Who they work with
- Hornell and Dansville YMCA Network — Operates the 20/20 Membership Referral Program in collaboration with the Tri-County YMCA of New York.
- Rock Steady Boxing Partner — Partner organization providing a boxing-based fitness curriculum for individuals with Parkinson's disease.
- SilverSneakers Partner — Offers SilverSneakers Classic, a fitness class for seniors, indicating a partnership with the SilverSneakers program.
- Tri County YMCA of New York Network — Operates as part of the Tri County YMCA of New York, using its email domain and branding.
- Tri-County YMCA of New York Network — Operates as part of the YMCA network, delivering fitness and wellness programs under the YMCA brand.
- YMCA Network — Member of the national YMCA network advancing community strengthening through volunteer-led programs.
- YMCA of the USA Network — Member of a national network enabling reciprocal access to over 2,000 YMCAs across the United States.
- adult protective services agency Government — Required reporting entity for suspected abuse or neglect of vulnerable adults
- child protective services agency Government — Required reporting entity for suspected child abuse or neglect
- law enforcement Government — Entity with which the organization fully cooperates in abuse investigations
How they approach the work
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- Inclusive Access Ensures Equitymethodology: inclusive_accessBy offering programs regardless of faith, background, ability, or income—and using sliding fee scales—we ensure equitable access to wellness resources, because financial and social barriers must be actively removed to achieve community-wide health impact.
- Personalized Coaching Improves Health Outcomesmethodology: personalized_behavioral_coachingThrough personalized fitness and behavioral coaching, we improve fitness and nutrition outcomes by aligning programs with individual goals, lifestyles, and needs, because tailored support increases accountability, relevance, and long-term adherence.
- Social Support Drives Behavior Changemethodology: social_support_for_behavior_changeBy encouraging members to refer friends and build social connections within the YMCA community, we improve long-term adherence to healthy habits, because social accountability and peer support enhance motivation and sustained wellness engagement.
- Therapeutic Fitness for Chronic Conditionsmethodology: therapeutic_fitness_for_chronic_conditionsBy delivering non-contact boxing-based exercise programs tailored to individuals with Parkinson’s disease, we improve symptom management, balance, coordination, and independence, because targeted physical activity can slow functional decline in neurodegenerative conditions.