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BUFFALO TENNIS AND SQUASH CLUB INC
BUFFALO, NY · EIN 160368360 · Form 990 · FY2024 · Small ($100K-$1M) · buffalotands.org
revenue
$841K
expenses
$722K
net assets
$2.2M
employees
15
volunteers
16
program ratio
87%
mission · from form 990

PROMOTION OF THE INTEREST OF TENNIS AND SQUASH.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Buffalo Tennis and Squash Club, established in 1915, is a private racquet sports club in Buffalo, NY, dedicated to promoting tennis and squash. The club features indoor and outdoor courts, a fitness center, and professional instruction for adults and juniors. It hosts regular tournaments and social events, maintaining a membership of 180, with operations centered in a historic building listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

named programs · 3 · from sources

What they call their work

Invitational Squash Doubles Tournament
Continuously running doubles squash tournament, the second oldest in North America, featuring multiple skill and age divisions including open, B, 50+, 60+, and mixed categories.
Nesbitt Cup Doubles Tennis Invitational
Annual doubles tennis tournament that evolved from the Mid-Winter Tennis Invitational, emphasizing both competition and social engagement among members and guests.
Tennis and Squash Instruction
Professional instruction for adults and juniors provided by on-site tennis and squash professionals, including private and group lessons.
activities · 3 groups

What they do

  • Youth and Community Tennis Instruction 2 activities
    • Host tennis and squash tournaments and events
      Organizes and hosts annual tennis and squash tournaments and events for members and guests, including the historic Nesbitt Cup Doubles Tennis Invitational and the second oldest continuously running doubles squash tournament in North America.
    • Support player development and collegiate placement
      Mentors junior and adult players, producing national champions and assisting over 100 players in securing university placements and tennis scholarships in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, including development of Niagara University’s Division I tennis program.
  • Private Social and Recreational Clubs 1 activity
    • Operate private tennis and squash club facilities
      Operates and maintains a historic private club facility with three singles and two doubles squash courts, one outdoor and two indoor tennis courts, and a two-floor fitness center for members.
  • Racquet Sports Facility and Programming 1 activity
    • Provide tennis and squash instruction to members
      Offers tennis and squash lessons to adult and junior members through in-house professionals, contributing to player development and collegiate placements.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$841K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$608K72%
Investment income$25K3%
Other revenue$207K
expenses
Total expenses$722K
Program expenses87%
Admin / overhead13%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$397K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$2.31M
Cash$149K
Investments$0
Liabilities$88K
Net assets$2.22M
Liquid reserves2.5 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +15.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 2
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
DENISE FRANKLIN GENERAL MANAGER 40 $74K
NICHOLETTE ODENBACH GENERAL MANAGER 40 $20K
board members · 5
  • CHRIS ROSS — DIRECTOR
  • JOHN HIGGINS — DIRECTOR
  • MARIA JANDA — DIRECTOR
  • PAMELA EARL FAUST — DIRECTOR
  • RICK WOLNEY — DIRECTOR
relationships · 9

Who they work with

  • Berwyn Squash Club Partner — Professional staff member previously worked at this club.
  • Lansing, Bley and Lyman Partner — Architectural firm that designed and built the original club building in 1916.
  • Merion Cricket Club Partner — Professional staff member previously worked at this club.
  • National Register of Historic Places Government — Clubhouse is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
  • Niagara Academy of Tennis Partner — Longtime tennis professional and head coach, where he trained international students and developed junior champions.
  • Niagara University Partner — Tenure as Head Men’s and Women’s Tennis Coach and alumnus with Bachelor’s and MBA degrees.
  • Peter Castle Partner — Architect who designed the second indoor tennis court added in 1968.
  • Philadelphia Country Club Partner — Professional staff member previously worked at this club.
  • Village Glen Partner — Joined the coaching staff after leaving Niagara Academy of Tennis.
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.

  • Competitive Development Through Boarding Model
    methodology: boarding-school tennis development
    By providing intensive tennis training and mentorship within a boarding school environment, the club develops competitive excellence and collegiate pathways for junior and adult players because immersive, structured support enhances skill development and long-term athletic growth.
  • Integrated Fitness and Sport Engagement
    methodology: integrated_fitness_training
    By combining squash training with fitness and yoga, the club increases participant engagement and enjoyment because diverse programming meets broader wellness needs and encourages sustained participation.
  • Social Integration Through Sport
    methodology: social-integration-through-sport
    By reconstituting tournaments to emphasize social engagement alongside athletic competition, the club fosters community cohesion and sustained involvement because shared social experiences strengthen member commitment and belonging.