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THE TWENTIETH CENTURY CLUB OF BUFFALO
BUFFALO, NY · EIN 160667320 · Form 990 · FY2024 · Small ($100K-$1M) · twentiethcenturyclubbuffalo.com
revenue
$639K
expenses
$650K
net assets
$2.2M
employees
55
program ratio
65%
mission · from form 990

THE TWENTIETH CENTURY CLUB OF BUFFALO (TCC) IS A WOMEN'S CLUB DEDICATED TO THE CONSISTENT DELIVERY OF HIGH-QUALITY EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS IN ART, LITERATURE, MUSIC, HEALTH AND SCIENCE, AND CURRENT AFFAIRS THAT ARE ENJOYED BY MEMBERS IN THE SPIRIT OF CAMARADERIE AND FRIENDSHIP.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Twentieth Century Club of Buffalo is a women's club founded in 1894 that provides educational programs in art, literature, music, health, science, and current affairs for its members. The organization fosters intellectual growth and camaraderie among women through weekly meetings, lectures, and social events held in its historic clubhouse. Located in Buffalo, New York, the club maintains a tradition of member-driven programming and operates as a private membership organization.

named programs · 4 · from sources

What they call their work

Dining Divas
Group outings organized by members to explore local restaurants, combining social engagement with culinary experiences in the Buffalo area.
Evening Programs
Member-led events scheduled outside regular Wednesday meetings to accommodate varied schedules, including book clubs, speaker series, and special interest activities.
Member Trips and Tours
Organized excursions to local, regional, and international destinations offering cultural, historical, and educational enrichment opportunities for members.
Wednesday Programs
Weekly educational and social gatherings featuring lectures, discussions, and presentations on topics including current affairs, arts, literature, health, and science, followed by lunch for members.
activities · 3 groups

What they do

  • Cultural Exchange and Community Integration Events 1 activity
    • Hosts educational and cultural programs for members
      Provides interdisciplinary programs in art, literature, music, health, science, and current affairs, including speaker events, book clubs, and musical performances. Regularly hosts expert speakers and cultural events such as recitals and concerts in an inclusive social setting.
  • Event Venue Rental Services 1 activity
    • Provides event hosting and venue services
      Offers event hosting in a historic building with professional staff support, accommodating events ranging from small business meetings to large dinner receptions and weddings for up to 190 guests. Hosts major fundraisers and social events, including United Way events with over 100 attendees each.
  • Historic Building Restoration and Preservation 1 activity
    • Undertakes historic preservation and building restoration
      Directs restoration projects in its historic clubhouse, including repair of stucco-covered walls, wrought iron gates, and loggia windows with historic lavender-hued glass. The building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$639K
Contributions & grants$5K1%
Program service revenue$617K97%
Investment income$19K3%
Other revenue$-2K
expenses
Total expenses$650K
Program expenses65%
Admin / overhead35%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$313K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$2.31M
Cash$458K
Investments$759K
Liabilities$145K
Net assets$2.16M
Liquid reserves22.5 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +10.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
ERIN SULLIVAN GENERAL MANAGER 40 $95K
board members · 15
  • ANN DEMOPOULOS — FINANCE CHAIR
  • BARBARA ARNOLD — DIRECTOR
  • CANDY BROMAN — DIRECTOR
  • ELIZABETH HULLEY — ASSISTANT TREASURER
  • JANET BEVILACQUA — TREASURER
  • JEAN JAIN — CORRESPONDING SECRETARY
  • KATE ARUNDELL — DIRECTOR
  • KATHLEEN MCCARTHY — 2ND VICE PRESIDENT
  • KATHLEEN SCHWINGER — PRESIDENT
  • MEGAN LEITH — DIRECTOR
  • MELISSA PARRISH — DIRECTOR
  • MITZIE SERAFIN — RECORDING SECRETARY
  • ROSALIND ANNUNZIATO — DIRECTOR
  • SUSAN GRELICK — 1ST VICE PRESIDENT/PRESIDE
  • TISH BRADY — GENERAL PROGRAM CHAIR
relationships · 3

Who they work with

  • Buffalo Seminary Network — Originated as an alumnae club of the Buffalo Seminary.
  • Club Manager Partner — Collaborates with the Preservation Foundation to identify and prioritize historic restoration needs.
  • United Way Partner — Hosted three major United Way fundraisers at the Club.
strategies · 3

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.

  • Action-Oriented Programming
    methodology: action-oriented_programming
    By structuring programs around the motto "Let Deeds Tell," the organization emphasizes tangible contributions and active participation because framing impact in terms of action inspires greater member commitment and visible community benefit.
  • Interdisciplinary and Community-Based Learning
    methodology: interdisciplinary_programming,community-based_learning
    By offering interdisciplinary educational programs within a supportive community setting, the organization promotes intellectual growth and lifelong learning because social connection enhances engagement and meaning in learning experiences.
  • Women-Centered Community Space
    methodology: women-centered_community_space
    By providing a women-only membership environment, the organization fosters self-expression, relationship-building, and member-driven programming because safe, gender-specific spaces increase engagement and empower leadership among women.