named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Family Award Program
Recognizes parent-child teams who participate together in races, promoting family involvement in ski racing through seasonal awards.
IronMan Award
Honors the racer (man or woman) who completes the most race starts in a season, continuing in memory of Fred Forbes, a dedicated participant.
Mid-Atlantic Masters Seasonal Race Series
Hosts a series of alpine ski races including giant slalom, slalom, and super-G events, with individual and team scoring, age-group classifications, and season-ending championships.
Next Gen Masters Kick Start Program
Reduces participation costs for younger adult racers (ages 18–34) in Mid-Atlantic Masters events to encourage new talent and broader engagement in masters ski racing.
Race with a Friend Referral Program
Encourages current members to bring new participants to races by offering incentives for successful referrals, fostering community growth and retention.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Youth and Adult Ski Instruction & Racing Programs 4 activities
- Enforce competition rules and safety standardsApplies U.S. Ski & Snowboard (USSS) standards for competition rules and equipment, including mandatory use of FIS-certified helmets, prohibition of fluorocarbon-based waxes, and authority for race juries to exclude participants lacking proper equipment or ability.
- Host training camps and pre-season events for masters skiersOrganizes and co-organizes ski training camps and pre-season events, including slalom and giant slalom clinics at Hunter Mountain and Mt. Snow, as well as pre-season skiing opportunities at Big Snow American Dream in New Jersey to prepare racers for the competitive season.
- Organize and conduct alpine ski races for masters-level athletesPlans, promotes, and runs a seasonal series of amateur alpine ski races in disciplines including slalom, giant slalom, dual giant slalom, and super-G for masters skiers across New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Vermont. Events are held annually from December through March, with results tracked and published by gender, age category, and team for regional scoring and awards.
- Participate in national championship eventsCo-organizes and hosts the Masters National Championships at venues such as Gore Mountain and Mammoth Mountain, including training and race events in coordination with regional partners like Far West.
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Organized Running and Triathlon Events 2 activities
- Administer season-long scoring and awards programsTracks individual and team race performances across the season using a point system by age category, recognizes champions, and awards seasonal honors including the Foy Cup, team awards, Most Improved racer titles, and the annual IronMan award for most race starts. Also offers a parent-child team seasonal award based on combined performance.
- Facilitate racer logistics and community engagementProvides transportation and lodging matchmaking tools to help racers share travel and accommodations, and hosts post-race social events to build camaraderie among participants.
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Fundraising for Community and Charitable Initiatives 1 activity
- Fund participation incentive programsFinances the Next Gen Kick Start and Race with a Friend Referral Programs through tax-deductible donations to support reduced costs and increased access for new and younger racers.
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Amateur Sports Competition Programming 1 activity
- Support participation through referral and financial incentive programsRuns the Next Gen Masters Kick Start Program and Race with a Friend Referral Program to increase participation, offering financial benefits such as discounted race fees, waived membership costs, and complimentary US Ski & Snowboard licenses to younger and new racers.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Manage race registration and results systemsProvides online registration for all races via masters.adminskiracing.com, sells permanent race bibs for participant identification, and publishes competitor entries and results publicly, including individual and team standings.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$156K
Contributions & grants$5K3%
Program service revenue$150K96%
Investment income$1K1%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$147K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
balance sheet
Total assets$30K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$30K
2 years on record · 2023–2024 · YoY revenue +70.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 3
- Alex Smigelski — Director
- Justin Lorino — Director
- Melissa Schreyer — Director
relationships · 18
Who they work with
- FIS Partner — Collaborates with FIS on equipment rules and competition standards for Masters alpine events.
- Far West Partner — Co-hosts the Masters National Championships events at Mammoth Mountain.
- First Strike Capital Funder — Provided a generous donation to support the Race with a Friend Referral Program.
- First Strike Capital Funder — Sponsor of the Next Gen Kick Start and Race with a Friend Referral Program
- First Strike Capital Partner — Sponsor that provided a generous donation to fund the Next Gen Masters Kick Start Program.
- Lisa Ballard Partner — Co-leads multiple ski racing training camps with Mid-Atlantic Masters at Hunter Mountain and Mt. Snow.
- MotherDuck Partner — Technology partner powering the Mid-Atlantic Masters results app and board data reports
- NEMS Partner — Hosts the Eastern Regional Championships at Stratton, VT, in collaboration with Mid-Atlantic Masters.
- NEMS Racing Partner — Co-organizes a race training camp at Mt. Snow with Mid-Atlantic Masters and Lisa Ballard.
- NY Masters Partner — Part of the Eastern Region and collaborates within the US Ski & Snowboard Masters organization.
- New England Masters (NEMS) Partner — Collaborates as part of the Eastern Region in the US Ski & Snowboard Masters organization.
- Northeastern Masters (NEMs) Partner — Co-hosted multiple races including the 2023 Eastern Regionals and other joint events at Berkshire East, Mt. Southington, and other locations.
- Southern Alpine Racing Association (SARA) Partner — Part of the Eastern Region and collaborates within the US Ski & Snowboard Masters organization.
- U.S. Ski & Snowboard Government — Sanctions Mid-Atlantic Masters races and requires athletes to hold a U.S. Ski & Snowboard license to participate.
- US Ski & Snowboard Government — Races follow US Ski & Snowboard rules and require participants to hold US Ski & Snowboard licenses.
- USSS Government — Follows alpine racing rules and regulations set by USSS.
- USSS Government — Source of equipment regulations and rules of competition adopted by Mid Atlantic Masters Ski Racing.
- United States Ski & Snowboard Government — Sanctions Mid-Atlantic Masters races and collaborates on national rules and policies for Masters ski racing.
strategies · 2
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 Engagement Through Inclusive Participationmethodology: inclusive_recreationBy organizing competitive ski racing that welcomes racers of all skill levels and emphasizes enjoyment, the organization increases participation and sustained engagement among adult athletes, because inclusivity reduces barriers to entry and fosters a fun, social atmosphere that reinforces ongoing involvement.
- Performance Tracking and Recognition via Standardized Scoring Systemsmethodology: competitive_seeding_and_scoringBy using standardized competition rules and cumulative scoring systems—such as age- and performance-based seeding, World Cup point metrics, and team handicap scoring—the organization enhances fairness and long-term engagement, because structured recognition motivates continued participation and provides meaningful benchmarks for amateur athletes.