named programs · 12 · from sources
What they call their work
Art Club
Art instruction for grades 1-4 with transportation provided from local schools; includes creative projects and skill-building.
Baseball Clinics
Instructional baseball clinics for children ages 6-12 focusing on fundamentals, position-specific training, and teamwork.
Basketball Clinics and Leagues
Youth basketball programs for ages 5-12, including seasonal clinics and competitive leagues (Fall, Winter, Summer) with skill development and structured gameplay.
Cheer Program
Cheerleading program for grades 3-6 that includes routine instruction and sideline cheering at flag football games.
Courtyard Chess
Chess instruction for children in grades 2-6 to develop critical thinking and strategic skills through structured classes.
Facility Rentals and Birthday Parties
Hosts birthday parties and events for children aged 4+ using sports courts and party rooms.
Flag Football League
Seasonal flag football program for grades 3-6 with evaluations, weekly games, and a Super Bowl finale.
Joy Dance Academy
Recreational dance classes for ages 3 and up focused on creativity, technique, and joyful expression in a nurturing environment.
Kidz Club After School Program
After-school program for kindergarten through 6th grade students offering homework support, recreation, and social activities.
Modernly Mannered
Interactive etiquette and social skills program for children ages 5-12 covering eye contact, handshakes, posture, and table manners.
Pickleball Programs
Adult pickleball clinics, leagues (rated by skill level), and private lessons offered year-round for players aged 18+.
SYS Camp
Spring break camp for grades K-5 featuring sports, games, art, and teamwork activities.
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Racquet Sports Facility and Programming 1 activity
- Adult sports and fitness programmingProvides adult-focused recreational programming including pickleball lessons, clinics, and seasonal leagues categorized by skill level, offered in 6-week sessions from September through April. Maintains five dedicated pickleball courts available for rental and open play, and offers private instruction by certified external coaches on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.
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After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- After-school and academic support programsProvides after-school programming for students in grades 1–6, including supervised homework completion, play, and social activities, operating in a dedicated 400 sq. ft. Kidz Club space. Also offers an art club on Thursdays from 4:00–5:00 PM for grades 1–4.
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Event Venue Rental Services 1 activity
- Facility rentals and birthday party hostingHosts birthday parties for children aged 4 and up, offering access to sports courts or rinks and use of private party rooms for celebrations.
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Community Fitness and Aquatics Programming 1 activity
- Operation of a multi-use youth recreation centerOperates a 55,000 square foot recreation center in Southampton, NY, open daily from 7 AM to 10 PM, year-round, providing social, recreational, and athletic opportunities for youth. The facility includes sports courts, fitness areas, classrooms, and multipurpose rooms supporting a wide range of programs.
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Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
- Seasonal youth camps and recreational programsHosts seasonal day programs including a spring break camp for children in grades K–5 featuring sports, games, art, and teamwork activities, as well as other time-limited recreational offerings throughout the year.
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Ballet and Dance Education Programs 1 activity
- Youth dance and creative arts programsOperates a non-competitive recreational dance school emphasizing creativity, technique, and individuality, using dedicated spaces including a 1,700 sq. ft. community room and a 1,600 sq. ft. multipurpose room for classes and performances.
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Youth & Community Chess Education 1 activity
- Youth enrichment and skill-building classesOffers educational and developmental classes for children in grades 2–6, including chess instruction to build critical thinking and strategic skills, and social skills courses teaching eye contact, handshakes, posture, and table manners through interactive activities like crafts, games, and dress-up skits.
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Youth Basketball Development Programs 1 activity
- Youth sports leagues and clinicsOffers structured youth sports programs including basketball, baseball, flag football, and cheerleading for children ages 5–12 across multiple seasons. Programs include skill-building clinics, weekly games, seasonal leagues (fall, winter, summer), playoffs, and special events such as a Super Bowl finale, with uniforms and guaranteed game participation provided.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$2.52M
Contributions & grants$212K8%
Program service revenue$1.39M55%
Investment income$105K4%
Other revenue$812K
expenses
Total expenses$3.41M
Program expenses75%
Admin / overhead23%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$927K
Grants paid out$750K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$3.86M
Cash$3.39M
Investments$0
Liabilities$850K
Net assets$3.01M
Liquid reserves11.9 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +5.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| SCOTT JOHNSON | Executive Dir. | 40 | $167K |
board members · 12
- AIDAN P WOOD — TREASURER
- ANDREW ALESSANDRINI — DIRECTOR
- ANDREW PILARO — DIRECTOR
- DAVID DUBIN — DIRECTOR
- EDWARD BURKE JR — Director
- GERARD LYNCH — DIRECTOR
- JULIE FITZGERALD — DIRECTOR
- KEVIN O'CONNELL — President & CEO
- MATT MOBIUS — Vice President
- TERRI KIERNAN — SECRETARY
- WAYNE SWIATOCHA — DIRECTOR
- ZACHARY EPLEY — Vice President
relationships · 11
Who they work with
- Around the Post Pickleball Partner — Provides certified instructor for private pickleball lessons at SYS facility.
- Kristen DeSanto Partner — Certified Manners and Etiquette Consultant who leads the Modernly Mannered program for children ages 5-12
- Metropolitan Squash Racquets Association Partner — Provides guidance and support for the Elmaleh Stanton Squash Courts initiative.
- Mike Flynn Partner — Instructor leading the baseball clinics.
- Southampton Elementary Partner — Provides bus transportation from Southampton Elementary to the SYS Art Club for full-session participants.
- Southampton Town Partner — Collaborates with SYS to operate the Southampton Town Recreation Center.
- Southampton Town Youth Bureau Partner — Co-provides the Kidz Club After School Program with SYS.
- Town of Southampton Government — Provides funding and support for the George & Annette Benedict Youth Bureau “The Path” drop-in center hosted at the facility.
- Ulysses Tapley Partner — Chess instructor leading the Courtyard Chess program at SYS
- United States Squash Racquets Association Partner — Provides guidance and support for the Elmaleh Stanton Squash Courts initiative.
- Volunteer Coaches Partner — Relies on volunteer coaches to run the flag football league.
strategies · 4
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.
- Consistent Participation Through Targeted Supportmethodology: consistent_participation_supportBy providing transportation exclusively to those who commit to full-session participation, the organization promotes sustained engagement in programs, because removing logistical barriers while requiring commitment increases program continuity and accountability.
- Experiential Learning to Enhance Social Skill Retentionmethodology: experiential_learningBy combining hands-on activities like crafts, games, and role-play with instruction, the organization improves children's learning and retention of social skills, because experiential methods create memorable and engaging contexts for behavior change.
- Multidisciplinary Engagement for Holistic Youth Developmentmethodology: multidisciplinary_youth_engagementBy integrating physical activity, creative expression, and social skill-building, the organization fosters comprehensive youth development during school breaks, because combined modalities increase engagement and support diverse learning needs.
- Structured Skill-Building Paired with Real-World Applicationmethodology: skill-building_plus_participationBy combining structured instruction in areas like chess, dance, or sports with opportunities for real-world performance or competition, the organization deepens youth engagement and skill development, because practice in authentic contexts reinforces learning and motivation.