PENN YORK LUMBERMEN'S CLUB INC

OLEAN, NY · EIN 232101406 · Form 990EZ · FY2025 · Micro (<$100K) · pennyork.org

revenue

$62K

expenses

$48K

net assets

$355K

employees

—

mission · from form 990

TO AFFORD DUE CONSIDERATION AND EXPRESSION OF OPINION AFFECTING THE WOOD PRODUCTS INDUSTRY IN PENNSYLVANIA AND NEW YORK, AND TO PROMOTE THE COMMON BUSINESS INTERESTS OF THE INDUSTRY. TO PROMOTE BY EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS, THE PROPER AND EFFICIENT MANUFACTURING METHODS FOR THE GREATER UTILIZATION OF OUR FOREST PRODUCTS AND THE PERPTUATION OF TIMBER RESERVES.TO PROMOTE THE FREE AND OPEN EXCHANGE OF IDEAS AND TO PROMOTE UNITY OF ACTION AND PURPOSE AMONG MEMBERS OF THE WOOD PRODUCTS INDUSTRY.

profile · synthesized from sources

Penn-York Lumbermen's Club Inc is a trade association serving the wood products industry in Pennsylvania and New York. It fosters professional relationships among members, promotes efficient manufacturing methods, and supports the perpetuation of timber reserves through educational programs and advocacy. The organization hosts monthly meetings featuring guest speakers and facilitates industry networking and legislative engagement.

named programs · 3 · from sources

What they call their work

Industry Advocacy and Donations

Financial support for organizations promoting the wood products industry through lobbying and advertising, with over $1 million donated historically

Monthly Educational Meetings

Hosted meetings featuring guest speakers, business discussions, and networking opportunities for members across Pennsylvania and New York

Scholarship Program

Supports individuals seeking education at the NHLA Inspection School through scholarship applications and funding

activities · 6 groups

What they do

Industry Association Support Services 2 activities
- Conducts educational programs on efficient manufacturing and sustainable forestry
  
  Delivers educational initiatives aimed at promoting efficient manufacturing methods and the sustainable use of forest products within the lumber industry.
- Promotes common business interests in the wood products industry
  
  Fosters collaboration and the exchange of ideas among members of the wood products industry across Pennsylvania and New York through organized meetings and networking opportunities.
Land Acquisition and Conservation Easements 1 activity
- Advocates for favorable timber harvesting legislation
  
  Engages in advocacy efforts to promote legislation supporting timber harvesting on private, state, and federal lands.
General Operating Support Grants 1 activity
- Funds external organizations promoting the lumber industry
  
  Donates significant funds—nearly $1,020,000 over time—to external organizations engaged in lobbying and advertising to advance the interests of the lumber industry, with plans to increase giving in 2026.
Local High School Scholarship Programs 1 activity
- Funds scholarships for industry training
  
  Provides financial support for members to attend the NHLA Inspection School through a scholarship program.
Organized Member Social Events 1 activity
- Hosts industry events and gatherings
  
  Organizes recurring events including golf outings, sporting clays tournaments, open houses, and dinner meetings featuring meals, equipment demonstrations, guest speakers, and award presentations to support member engagement and networking.
Membership Program Administration 1 activity
- Manages annual membership program
  
  Offers annual individual and corporate memberships for $325.00, providing access to club events, meetings, and networking opportunities within the lumber industry.

financials · form 990EZ · fy2025

revenue

Total revenue$62K

Contributions & grants——

Program service revenue——

Investment income$23K38%

Other revenue—

expenses

Total expenses$48K

Program expenses—

Admin / overhead—

Fundraising—

Salaries & benefits—

Grants paid out$42K

balance sheet

Total assets$355K

Cash—

Investments—

Liabilities—

Net assets$355K

2 years on record · 2024–2025 · YoY revenue +0.8%

relationships · 24

Who they work with

Appalachian Hardwood Manufacturers, Inc. Partner — Partner trade association promoting logs, lumber, and hardwood products from the Appalachian region
Burns Industrial Equipment Partner — Host organization for the May meeting in Cranberry Township, PA.
Burns Industrial Equipment Partner — Hosted an open house event featuring equipment demonstrations for the lumber industry.
Corry Country Club Partner — Hosted golf and dinner events at its facility.
Empire State Forest Products Association Partner — Partner organization focused on promoting sustainable forest management in New York
Fitzpatrick & Weller Partner — Host organization for the March meeting in Ellicottville, NY.
Hardwood Manufacturers Association Partner — Partner organization providing information and resources about U.S. hardwoods
NHLA Partner — Partner organization through which the Penn-York Lumbermen's Club offers a scholarship for the NHLA Inspection School.
National Hardwood Lumber Association Government — G.A. Potter was a Deputy N.H.L.A. inspector, indicating an affiliation with the National Hardwood Lumber Association.
National Hardwood Lumber Association Partner — Partner organization dedicated to maintaining ethics and structure in the hardwood marketplace
Penn-Sylvan International Partner — Co-hosted a meeting and managed event registration and payments.
Penn-Sylvan International Partner — Host organization for the August meeting in Corry, PA.
Pennsylvania Forest Products Association Partner — Partner organization in the forest products industry
Pennsylvania Lumber Museum Partner — Partner organization preserving and interpreting Pennsylvania's lumbering heritage
Ron Jones Hardwood Sales, Inc. Partner — Host organization for the July meeting in Reno, PA.
Ron Jones Hardwood Sales, Inc. Partner — Represented by Steve Jones, returning board member of the Penn-York Lumbermen's Club.
Sandycreek Conservancy, Inc. Partner — Hosted the sporting clays event.
The Alan McIlvain Company Partner — Represented by Jordan McIlvain, returning board member of the Penn-York Lumbermen's Club.
The Fork and Barrell Restaurant Partner — Hosted the dinner meeting on site at the country club.
The Rossi Group LLC Partner — Represented by Jesse LaSon, returning board member of the Penn-York Lumbermen's Club.
Tioga Hardwoods Inc. Partner — Host organization for the June meeting in Nichols, NY.
Wagner Hardwoods Partner — Host organization for the January meeting in Watkins Glen, NY.
Wagner Lumber Partner — Hosted the January 19, 2026 meeting of the Penn-York Lumbermen's Club in Watkins Glen, NY.
Walker Lumber & Forcey Lumber Partner — Co-host organizations for the September meeting in State College, PA.

strategies · 3

How they approach the work

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Inclusive Membership to Expand Industry Engagement

methodology: inclusive_membership_network
By maintaining an open membership model for individuals and corporations interested in the lumbering industry, the organization broadens participation and strengthens networking, because inclusivity increases the diversity and reach of industry connections, fostering more resilient collaboration.
Industry Collaboration Network

methodology: industry_collaboration
By creating a structured network for social engagement, information sharing, legislative advocacy, and education on sustainable manufacturing, the organization fosters unified action and collective strength within the lumber industry, because coordinated networks amplify individual members' influence and promote shared best practices.
Member Dues Reinvestment for Industry Growth

methodology: dues-reinvestment
By reinvesting all member dues into industry promotion, the organization strengthens collective industry support and engagement, because aligning financial contributions directly with sector-wide advancement incentivizes participation and builds trust in the organization’s mission.