irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2025
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $0RAT HUNTING PRACTICE AND HANDLING CLASSES
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Dog Shows and Performance Events
Organizes and conducts AKC-sanctioned dog shows, obedience trials, and other performance events to promote sportsmanlike competition among purebred dog exhibitors.
Education and Information Programs
Provides educational resources and programming on responsible breeding, dog care, and the operation of purebred dog clubs.
Junior Membership Program
Engages youth aged 10–18 in dog breeding, showing, and club operations, providing education and hands-on experience in purebred dog activities.
Rat Hunting Practice and Handling Classes
Offers training in rat hunting practice and handling techniques for dogs, focused on skill development and sportsmanship.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Dog Sports and Conformation Events 4 activities
- Conduct dog handling and training classesOffers weekly handling classes year-round for dogs and handlers of all experience levels, including preparation for conformation shows and performance events. Classes are held in person and supported by ongoing educational programming.
- Host Fast CAT trials and sighthound racing eventsOrganizes AKC Fast CAT (Coursing Ability Test) trials for dogs meeting age and registration requirements, with events held over two days in September and capacity for up to 125 entries per trial. Hosted the first official AKC Fast CAT trials in 2026.
- Organize FitDog walking events and title trackingHosts monthly and seasonal FitDog walking events during spring, summer, and fall months, open to all dogs. Provides participants with records to support achievement of AKC FitDog titles.
- Organize and host conformation dog shows and cluster eventsHosts sanctioned conformation dog shows, including the annual Twin Valley Cluster show in collaboration with Tonawanda Valley Kennel Club, featuring multiple AKC All-Breed events over several days. Events include hospitality services, trophy coordination, and membership management.
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Shooting Sports Training and Safety 1 activity
- Administer rat hunting events and practice sessionsHosts structured rat hunting events such as Barn Hunt trials and themed games like "Rats Under The Big Top" and "Rat Ramble," with multiple skill levels and annual awards luncheons. Provides scheduled and on-request practice sessions for members.
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Animal Welfare Fundraising Events 1 activity
- Facilitate pet food and supply donation drivesOrganizes donation drives during dog shows to collect pet food and supplies for the Vets with Pets program, supporting veterans and their pets.
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Organized Member Social Events 1 activity
- Host membership meetings and communal eventsConducts monthly general membership meetings via Zoom open to the public, and hosts an annual in-person Christmas meeting with a communal meal. Also organizes an annual picnic with awards for rat hunt participants.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Provide dog breed selection and rescue assistanceOffers public listings and direct guidance through a designated breed help member to assist individuals in finding breeders or rescue resources for dogs.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$35K
Contributions & grants$8222%
Program service revenue$34K98%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$32K
Program expenses0%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineOther
balance sheet
Total assets$39K
Cash$39K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$39K
Liquid reserves14.6 mo
1 years on record · 2025–2025
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
board members · 7
- CAROLINE BURTNER — DIRECTOR
- DENISE HULL — DIRECTOR
- ELENA O'LEARY — DIRECTOR
- GINI DENNINGER — AKC DELEGATE
- JEANETTE BURKE — DIRECTOR
- PATTIE HINTON — DIRECTOR
- SONNY KURTZ — DIRECTOR
relationships · 13
Who they work with
- AKC Government — Has an AKC Delegate representing the club in American Kennel Club affairs.
- American Kennel Club Government — Approved by the AKC to host official Fast CAT trials.
- American Kennel Club Network — Member club operating under the Rules and Regulations of the American Kennel Club.
- American Kennel Club Partner — GVKC is an AKC Fit Dog Club and collaborates with AKC on the Fit Dog program, including title tracking and special event medals.
- Autumn Royal Great Danes Partner — Listed as a breeder resource for Great Danes.
- Barn Hunt Association Network — GVKC is a member club of the Barn Hunt Association and follows its rules and structure for trials.
- Eastside Canine Training Center Partner — Hosts Genesee Valley Kennel Club's weekly handling classes at its facility.
- Erie Canal Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Club Partner — Co-hosts a Fitdog walk event in May 2026.
- German Shepherd Dog Club of Rochester Partner — Collaborates with and shares leadership with the German Shepherd Dog Club of Rochester.
- Hrothgar Mastiffs Partner — Listed as a breeder and rescue resource for Mastiffs.
- Marcy Kraus Partner — Membership chair responsible for providing membership forms and information about joining the club.
- Tonawanda Valley Kennel Club Partner — Co-hosts a cluster dog show with Genesee Valley Kennel Club, jointly offering multiple AKC All-Breed events over three days.
- Veteran Outreach of Rochester Partner — Partners with Genesee Valley Kennel Club to promote its Vets with Pets program and collect pet food donations during the August 2026 shows.
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.
- Breed Stewardship and Educationmethodology: breed_stewardshipBy advancing knowledge of purebred dogs and promoting ethical breeding practices, we strengthen responsible ownership and protect breed integrity, because informed owners and breeders make better long-term decisions for animal welfare and breed sustainability.
- Community Engagement Through Dog-Centric Fitness and Sportsmethodology: community-engagement-through-dog-sportsBy organizing structured dog fitness and performance events, we promote physical activity and social connection among owners and dogs, because shared participation in accessible, fun activities builds sustained community involvement and strengthens human-animal bonds.
- Efficient, High-Quality Event Operationsmethodology: AKC-sanctioned eventsBy using AKC-sanctioned formats and co-locating multiple dog shows, we increase access and consistency in competition, because standardized rules and clustered events reduce barriers to participation while maintaining judging integrity and operational efficiency.
- Inclusive Skills Development Through Hands-On Trainingmethodology: skills-development-and-recognitionBy offering accessible handling instruction and structured performance events, we build participant competence and engagement, because hands-on learning and recognition motivate continued involvement and skill mastery in dog sports.
- Youth Involvement in Dog Sports and Club Leadershipmethodology: junior membership developmentBy fostering junior membership and youth participation in dog training and showing, we cultivate the next generation of responsible dog owners and club leaders, because early engagement in structured, mentor-supported activities builds lasting commitment to breed and community values.