named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Babe Ruth Summer League
Competitive summer league for youth ages 13–16, playing in the Quad Counties Babe Ruth League with games against neighboring towns; teams coached by volunteers
Cal Ripken League
Recreational baseball program for children ages 9–12, offered in spring, summer, and fall seasons; focuses on skill development and friendly competition with volunteer parent coaches
Scholarship Program
Provides full and partial financial assistance for registration fees and equipment to ensure access for all families regardless of income
TC Arsenal Travel Teams
Competitive travel baseball program for ages 9u–16u, featuring winter workouts, summer games, and regional tournaments; teams selected through tryouts held in late summer
Try Baseball Event
Community outreach event designed to introduce new players to baseball, led by IHS players and supported by the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion committee
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Youth Soccer Development Programs 3 activities
- Babe Ruth League baseball programs for youth ages 13–17Runs summer baseball programs for youth ages 13–17 under the Babe Ruth League and Quad County Babe Ruth League frameworks, featuring team practices starting in May and games from late June through mid-August. Includes weekly games against neighboring towns and culminates in regional playoff tournaments.
- Competitive travel baseball teams for youth athletesOperates competitive travel baseball teams (TC Arsenal) across eight age divisions, with winter workouts from January to March, and summer competition featuring 25–30 games and regional tournaments across the Northeast.
- Youth baseball programs for ages 9–12 under Cal Ripken Baseball frameworkOperates spring, summer, and fall Cal Ripken baseball leagues for children ages 9–12, with weekly practices and games running across multiple seasons. The spring season runs from April 1 to early June, summer from late June to mid-August, and fall from mid-September to early October, featuring 1–3 events per week including games against local teams.
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Youth Sports Community Events 1 activity
- Community engagement and recruitment for youth baseballConducts outreach and recruitment activities including Facebook advertising, flyer distribution for "Try Baseball" events, and Super Bowl fundraisers to promote player registration and community involvement.
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School Sports Booster Programs 1 activity
- Financial assistance and scholarship programs for youth baseball participationOffers full and partial scholarships for registration fees, equipment, and transportation support (including carpooling) to ensure accessibility for families in need across all baseball programs.
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Youth Soccer Field Operations and Program Management 1 activity
- Operation and maintenance of youth baseball facilitiesManages and maintains baseball fields at Valentino Field and Cass Park (Fields F8 and F9), providing full facilities including dugouts, bleachers, scoreboards, concession stands, batting cages, bullpens, and parking for Majors and Minors games.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$118K
Contributions & grants$17K15%
Program service revenue$104K88%
Investment income——
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$131K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$22K
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$33K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$33K
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +19.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 8
- DAN BURKE — DIRECTOR
- EMILY WORKMAN — DIRECTOR
- GABRIELLE SMITH — DIRECTOR
- GEORGE TAMBORELLE — DIRECTOR
- KATRINA BLOMQUIST — DIRECTOR
- KYLE GEBHART — DIRECTOR
- MIKE PIERETTI — DIRECTOR
- NICK ANTCZAK — DIRECTOR
relationships · 12
Who they work with
- City of Ithaca Government — Provides Cass Park as a field location for games and practices.
- Cornell University Partner — Collaborates with Cornell athletes for umpire recruitment and potentially includes Cornell Baseball in skills-building events
- Dryden Partner — Competes against Dryden in local Cal Ripken games.
- Ithaca Youth Bureau Partner — Recommends youth players start in Ithaca Youth Bureau programs before transitioning to Ithaca Babe Ruth leagues.
- Lansing Partner — Competes against Lansing in local Cal Ripken games.
- Little League Baseball Network — Member organization operating under the Little League Baseball umbrella.
- Penn Yan Partner — Competes against Penn Yan in local Cal Ripken games.
- Quad County Babe Ruth League Partner — Participates in the Quad County Babe Ruth League for organized games against teams from neighboring towns.
- TC Arsenal Partner — Competitive travel baseball program operated in coordination with Ithaca Babe Ruth League
- Town of Ithaca Government — Provides Tutelo Park as a field location for games and practices.
- Town of Ithaca Government — Requires coordination with the Town of Ithaca for pavilion reservations at Valentino Field.
- Trumansburg Partner — Competes against Trumansburg in local Cal Ripken games.
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-Integrated Coaching Modelmethodology: community-integrated_youth_sportsBy relying on volunteer coaches and engaging families and community members in program delivery, we strengthen youth development outcomes because embedded community involvement fosters accountability, continuity, and a shared culture of support that enhances player engagement and long-term participation.
- Inclusive Access via Financial and Structural Supportmethodology: equitable_access_through_financial_aidBy removing economic and social barriers through financial assistance, carpooling support, and open enrollment policies, we increase equitable participation in youth baseball because accessibility and inclusion enable broader community engagement and ensure that personal development opportunities are not limited by socioeconomic status or prior experience.
- Lowering Barriers to Entry Through Outreach and Introductory Programsmethodology: introductory-sports-accessBy conducting school-based outreach and hosting "Try Baseball" events, we increase youth participation—especially among underrepresented groups—because early, low-pressure exposure to the sport reduces intimidation and builds familiarity, leading to sustained involvement.
- Supportive Coaching Environment as a Driver of Engagementmethodology: supportive-youth-coachingBy prioritizing safe, supportive coaching that emphasizes skill-building and confidence over competition, we increase player retention and personal growth because a positive, development-focused climate encourages continued participation and emotional investment in the sport.
- Youth Development Through Structured Sports Participationmethodology: holistic_youth_development_through_sportBy organizing youth baseball within a structured seasonal framework with developmentally appropriate divisions, we cultivate personal growth in young players—building integrity, teamwork, resilience, self-confidence, and leadership—because consistent, scaffolded athletic experiences reinforce positive behavioral norms and social-emotional learning.