named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
Beck Tessier Memorial Scholarship Gala
Annual fundraising gala that supports scholarships for BOCES Seaway Tech students, named in memory of late Rotarian Rebecca J. “Beck” Tessier
First Potsdam Rotary Cornhole Tournament
Newly established tournament featuring round-robin play, raffles, and food sales to support local scholarships and Rotary projects
Potsdam-Canton Rotary Golf Tournament
Annual golf tournament that raises funds for BOCES scholarship programs and other Rotary projects
Rev. William R. and Crystal E. Cuthbert Vocational Excellence Award
Monthly recognition and scholarship program for BOCES Seaway Career & Technical Education Center students in various vocational programs
Rotary Youth Leadership Academy (RYLA)
Leadership program for high school students aged 15–17, sponsored by the club, held at RKY Camp in Ontario
Rubber Ducky Pluck
Annual fundraising event during the Potsdam Summer Festival where rubber ducks are "plucked" for cash and gift prizes
St. Lawrence County Rotary Clubs Four-Way Test Essay Contest
Annual essay contest for high school seniors promoting self-expression and youth ideals, co-sponsored with Rotary clubs of Canton and Massena
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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Community Event Fundraising 2 activities
- Hosts annual Cornhole Tournament fundraiserOrganizes and hosts an annual cornhole tournament event to raise funds for community projects, including through a 50/50 drawing, silent auction, and raffles.
- Hosts annual Rubber Ducky Pluck fundraiserOrganizes and hosts the annual Rubber Ducky Pluck event during the Potsdam Summer Festival to raise funds for individuals with mental health, intellectual, or developmental disabilities and other community projects.
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Youth Writing Contests & Recognition Programs 1 activity
- Co-sponsors high school essay contest and awards prizesCo-sponsors the St. Lawrence County Rotary Clubs Four-Way Test Essay Contest for high school seniors and awards a total of $2,250 in prizes, including a $1,000 first prize, two $500 prizes, and a $250 honorable mention.
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Benefit Events for Arts and Culture 1 activity
- Hosts annual Beck Tessier Memorial Scholarship GalaOrganizes and hosts an annual gala event to raise funds for BOCES Seaway Career & Technical Education Center scholarship programs.
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General Operating Support Grants 1 activity
- Makes donations to local organizations and holiday fundsProvides financial and in-kind donations to local organizations, including $200 to the Potsdam Fire Department, $500 to the Colton Pierrepont Parishville Neighborhood Center, and $1,000 plus children’s books to the Potsdam Holiday Fund.
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Recognition and Awards Programs 1 activity
- Presents monthly vocational excellence awards to studentsAwards the "Rev. William R. and Crystal E. Cuthbert Vocational Excellence Award" monthly to students at BOCES Seaway Career & Technical Education Center in recognition of excellence in vocational education programs.
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Industry and Community Recognition Awards 1 activity
- Recognizes community members and Rotarians through annual awardsHosts an annual dinner to present the Service Above Self Award to community members, recognizes Rookie Rotarian of the Year, and honors long-serving members, including with 40 Years of Service Recognition.
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Volunteer Mobilization for Community Improvement 1 activity
- Spearheads community service initiativesLeads initiatives such as the Peace Pole installation in Garner Park, the First Saturday in Potsdam Mental Health Awareness Program, and the multi-club Polio Walk to promote community well-being and global health.
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Youth Leadership Development Programs 1 activity
- Sponsors students to attend Rotary Youth Leadership Academy (RYLA)Sponsors two local high school students annually to attend the Rotary Youth Leadership Academy at no cost, promoting youth leadership development.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Funds BOCES Seaway Tech student scholarships and community projectsDirects proceeds from fundraising events, including the Cornhole Tournament, to support scholarships for BOCES Seaway Career & Technical Education Center students and other community initiatives.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$27K
Contributions & grants——
Program service revenue$3K13%
Investment income——
Other revenue$8K
expenses
Total expenses$24K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$28K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$27K
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +0.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 3
- DUANE PELKEY — DIRECTOR
- MARY SUE FOSTER — DIRECTOR
- MICHAEL GRIFFIN — DIRECTOR
relationships · 76
Who they work with
- AccountAbility Partner — Donated the fourth prize of $100 for the Rubber Ducky Pluck event.
- AccountAbility Partner — Prize sponsor for the Rubber Ducky Pluck event
- AccountAbility Partner — Provided a $100 prize for the Rubber Ducky Pluck.
- Adirondack Community Foundation Partner — Business sponsor of the Potsdam Rotary Business Scholarship Award for a Computer & Information Sciences student.
- Atlantic Testing Laboratories Partner — Business sponsor of the Potsdam Rotary Business Scholarship Award for an Electrical Technologies student.
- BOCES Seaway Career & Technical Education Center Partner — Partnered to award vocational excellence scholarships and support student programs.
- BOCES Seaway Career & Technical Education Center Partner — Provides scholarships and vocational excellence awards to students
- BOCES Seaway Tech Partner — Recipient of scholarship funding supported by Rotary Club of Potsdam events.
- Brookfield Renewable U.S. Funder — Sponsors the Rev. William R. and Crystal E. Cuthbert Vocational Excellence Award
- Brookfield Renewable U.S. Partner — Sponsored the Rev. William R. and Crystal E. Cuthbert Vocational Excellence Award.
- Brookfield Renewable U.S. Partner — Sponsors the "Rev. William R. and Crystal E. Cuthbert Vocational Excellence Award" program.
- Brookfield Renewable U.S. Partner — Sponsors the Rev. William R. and Crystal E. Cuthbert Vocational Excellence Award program.
- Clarkson Athletics Department Funder — Donated hockey game tickets as prizes for the Rubber Ducky Pluck
- Clarkson Athletics Department Partner — Donated four Clarkson University men’s hockey game tickets for the Rubber Ducky Pluck.
- Clarkson Athletics Department Partner — Donated seventh and eighth prizes of four Clarkson University men’s hockey game tickets for the Rubber Ducky Pluck event.
- Clarkson Athletics Department Partner — Prize sponsor providing hockey game tickets for the Rubber Ducky Pluck event
- Colton Pierrepont Parishville Neighborhood Center Partner — Receives holiday donations to support children and families in need
- Community Bank Partner — Business sponsor of the Potsdam Rotary Business Scholarship Award for a Digital Media Design student.
- Community Bank, N.A. Funder — Donated prize money for the Rubber Ducky Pluck
- Community Bank, N.A. Partner — Donated the second prize of $200 cash for the Rubber Ducky Pluck event.
- Community Bank, N.A. Partner — Prize sponsor for the Rubber Ducky Pluck event
- Community Bank, N.A. Partner — Provided a $200 cash prize for the Rubber Ducky Pluck.
- Core Access Therapies Partner — Business sponsor of the Potsdam Rotary Business Scholarship Award for a New Visions Medical Careers student.
- Dr. William Pena Partner — Business sponsor of the Potsdam Rotary Business Scholarship Award for a New Visions Medical Careers student.
- Glow Skincare and Spa Partner — Business sponsor of the Potsdam Rotary Business Scholarship Award for a Cosmetology student.
- Greedy Goblin Popcorn Partner — Donated tenth prize of a $20 gift certificate for the Rubber Ducky Pluck event.
- Greedy Goblin Popcorn Partner — Prize sponsor for the Rubber Ducky Pluck event
- Greedy Goblin Popcorn Partner — Provided a $20 gift certificate for the Rubber Ducky Pluck.
- Harris Medical Partner — Business sponsor of the Potsdam Rotary Business Scholarship Award for a Health Careers student.
- Harris Medical Partner — Donated ninth prize of a $25 gift certificate for the Rubber Ducky Pluck event.
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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.
- Community-Based Fundraising for Vulnerable Populationsmethodology: community-fundraising-for-vulnerable-populationsBy organizing local events such as cornhole tournaments and community fundraisers, we generate financial and social support for individuals with mental health, intellectual, or developmental disabilities because event-based engagement increases community investment and awareness.
- Four-Way Test as Ethical Framework for Educationmethodology: four-way-testBy applying the Four-Way Test to guide student essays, we promote critical thinking and ethical reasoning because structured reflection on truth, fairness, goodwill, and benefit builds principled decision-making skills.
- Service Recognition to Reinforce Civic Contributionmethodology: service-recognitionBy publicly recognizing individuals who demonstrate exceptional service, we strengthen community norms of engagement because formal acknowledgment motivates continued and broader civic participation.
- Student Recognition to Promote Vocational Excellencemethodology: student-recognition_programBy publicly commending students in vocational and academic programs at organizational events, we reinforce the value of skilled work and education because recognition encourages continued excellence and community respect for diverse career paths.
- Youth Engagement Through Ethical Reflectionmethodology: youth_leadership_developmentBy inviting youth to participate in essay contests centered on ethical ideals, we foster self-expression and engagement with moral reasoning because reflecting on values promotes critical thinking and personal development.