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ROTARY CLUB OF PLATTSBURGH INC
PLATTSBURGH, NY · EIN 140972225 · Form 990EZ · FY2024 · NTEE S82Z · Community Improvement · Micro (<$100K) · plattsburghrotary.org
revenue
$60K
expenses
$77K
net assets
$43K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

We provide service to others, promote integrity, and advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through our fellowship of business, professional, and community leaders.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Rotary Club of Plattsburgh is a service organization of business and community leaders that has operated in Clinton County, NY since 1926. It supports local and international causes through volunteerism and fundraising events such as the annual Fishing Classic, Bed Races, and Polio Awareness campaigns. The club promotes fellowship, community improvement, and global humanitarian efforts, including sanitation projects in Nicaragua and support for local food security and youth programs.

named programs · 6 · from sources

What they call their work

Annual Bed Races
Community event held in conjunction with the Battle of Plattsburgh festivities, featuring student and community teams racing decorated beds; launched in 2010 to engage local colleges.
PolioPlus Campaign
Annual fundraising initiative during Polio Awareness Month to support global polio eradication efforts through Rotary International.
Rotary International Fishing Classic
Annual three-day fishing tournament on Lake Champlain that draws nearly 400 anglers and awards over $13,000 in cash prizes, serving as a major fundraiser for the club.
Rotary Youth Exchange
Supports student exchanges locally and internationally, providing cultural and educational opportunities for youth.
Sanitation and Health Initiative in Nicaragua
Global Grant-funded project that constructed 204 latrines and supported sanitation education in Nicaragua, improving health outcomes for impoverished communities.
Small Grants Program
Provides up to $500 in funding to local organizations in Clinton County for community benefit projects, with proposals reviewed annually.
activities · 10 groups

What they do

  • Clean Water Infrastructure and Access 1 activity
    • Constructing sanitation infrastructure in Nicaragua
      Built 204 latrines in Nicaragua over two years and constructed 50 additional outhouses in Diriamba, accompanied by sanitation education, to improve public health in underserved communities.
  • Charitable Grantmaking to Specific Causes 1 activity
    • Funding polio eradication through contributions to Rotary International's PolioPlus initiative
      Awards financial contributions to support global polio eradication efforts, including $63,000 directed to Rotary International’s PolioPlus program and $1,510 raised during Polio Awareness Month for childhood immunization campaigns.
  • Charity Event Organization 1 activity
    • Hosting the annual Rotary Bed Races
      Organizes the annual Bed Races fundraiser involving 24 teams of student-athletes from SUNY Plattsburgh and Clinton Community College, held before the Battle of Plattsburgh Parade.
  • Community-Engaged Public Art Projects 1 activity
    • Leading community beautification and public art projects
      Installed a public "WELCOME" mural on a city parking lot wall at Court and Margaret Streets in summer 2022 using a District Grant, enhancing civic space and community identity.
  • Nonprofit Retail and Merchandise Sales 1 activity
    • Producing and selling holiday ornaments for community fundraising
      Creates and sells limited-edition holiday tree ornaments featuring local landmarks and celebrated sites, with proceeds supporting community initiatives and fostering local pride.
  • Flexible Grants to Grassroots Organizations 1 activity
    • Providing small grants to local organizations in Clinton County
      Offers small grants of up to $500 to local organizations through a competitive proposal process to support community initiatives and projects.
  • School Infrastructure Development 1 activity
    • Supporting educational infrastructure development in Nicaragua
      Funded the completion of the Paul Harris School in Managua and supported construction projects contributing to long-term educational access in Nicaragua.
  • Historic Building Restoration and Preservation 1 activity
    • Supporting historic preservation through volunteer labor and funding
      Provided major financial support and volunteer manpower during 2010–2011 for the removal of fixtures in the restoration of the Strand Theater, a key historic venue.
  • Affordable Home Construction & Rehabilitation 1 activity
    • Supporting vocational training and affordable housing through student-built homes
      Provides financial support enabling vocational students to construct homes that are sold to local residents, combining workforce development with community housing needs.
  • Uncategorized 3 activities
    • Developing Centennial Park at the former Plattsburgh Air Force Base
      Constructed Centennial Park in 2005 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Rotary International, creating a lasting public space in the community.
    • Hosting educational speaker programs on community issues
      Hosts regular programs featuring expert speakers on topics such as mental health ("The Space Between" with Damien Batinelli), reproductive health (Crystal Collette from Planned Parenthood), and digital equity (Ponciano Maki=ombe).
    • Organizing the annual Fishing Classic on Lake Champlain
      Hosts the 40th annual Plattsburgh Rotary International Fishing Classic, attracting nearly 390 anglers from 11 U.S. states and one Canadian province, with coordination across six marinas serving as official weigh stations and distribution of over $13,000 in cash prizes.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$60K
Contributions & grants$29K48%
Program service revenue——
Investment income$80%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$77K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$44K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$43K
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +8.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 10
  • ANNA HEWITT-CHANNELL — Director
  • ELIZABETH VICENCIO — Director
  • JODY CARPENTER — Director
  • JUSTIN CHARLAND — Director
  • KEITH TYO — Director
  • LAMIAA ALY — Director
  • MARYANNE BUKOLT-RYDER — Director
  • RYAN LEE — Director
  • SALLY MCSWEENEY — Director
  • TIMOTHY KONONAN — Director
relationships · 35

Who they work with

  • Apple Island Marina Partner — Marina partner supporting the Fishing Classic as an official weigh station location
  • Battle of Plattsburgh Committee Partner — Collaborates on the annual parade and Bed Races fundraiser.
  • Bergen-Highlands-Ramsey Club (N.J.) Partner — Partnered with Plattsburgh Rotary Club and Managua Rotary on a Global Grant project in Nicaragua.
  • Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Funder — Funding partner that matches every dollar raised by Rotary toward polio eradication with two additional dollars.
  • Boiler Room Woodworking Partner — Sponsor of the Fishing Classic
  • Brennan Buick GMC Partner — Major sponsor of the Plattsburgh Rotary International Fishing Classic
  • Bridgeview Harbour Marina Partner — Marina partner supporting the Fishing Classic as an official weigh station location
  • Clinton Community College Partner — Hosts a corporate membership group with Rotary Club of Plattsburgh members.
  • Clinton Community College Partner — Student-athletes assist with organizing and running the annual Bed Races fundraiser.
  • Clinton Community College Partner — Student-athletes from the college participate in the Rotary Bed Races.
  • Coldwell Banker Whitbeck Associates Partner — Sponsor of the Fishing Classic
  • Essex Marina Partner — Marina partner supporting the Fishing Classic as an official weigh station location
  • Ferry Dock Marina Partner — Marina partner supporting the Fishing Classic as an official weigh station location
  • Financial Guides of the Northeast Partner — Sponsor of the Fishing Classic
  • Indian Bay Marina Partner — Marina partner supporting the Fishing Classic as an official weigh station location
  • Kiwanis Breakfast Club of Plattsburgh Partner — Participates in the Rotary Bed Races as a competing team.
  • Mountain Lake PBS Partner — Collaborates through shared member involvement; a Rotarian also contributes fundraising expertise to Mountain Lake PBS.
  • Northeast Group Partner — Sponsor of the Fishing Classic
  • Planned Parenthood Partner — Hosted a representative from Planned Parenthood as a speaker at a weekly meeting.
  • Plattsburgh City Marina Partner — Marina partner supporting the Fishing Classic as an official weigh station location
  • Plattsburgh YMCA Partner — Employer of a current member and likely collaborator through community service initiatives.
  • Rotary Club of Plattsburgh Sunrise Partner — Collaborated with to raise funds for polio eradication during Polio Awareness Month.
  • Rotary Club of Plattsburgh Sunrise Partner — Collaborates with the Rotary Club of Plattsburgh to raise funds for polio eradication.
  • Rotary Clubs of Managua Partner — Collaborated on a Global Grant project to construct latrines and support school construction in Nicaragua.
  • Rotary District 7040 Network — Member club within Rotary District 7040, which spans Northern New York, Eastern Ontario, Western Québec, and Nunavut.
  • Rotary Foundation Network — Supports the Rotary Foundation through a dedicated committee.
  • Rotary International Network — Member organization contributing funds and participating in global polio eradication initiatives led by Rotary International.
  • Rotary International Network — Member organization of Rotary International, with all members registered through the global network.
  • Rulf's Orchard Partner — Hosted a corn maze event in partnership with the Rotary Club of Plattsburgh Sunrise to support polio awareness and fundraising.
  • SUNY Plattsburgh Partner — Student-athletes assist with organizing and running the annual Bed Races fundraiser.
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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.

  • Adaptive Community Service Framework
    methodology: adaptive_community_service
    By continuously reassessing community needs and adapting service approaches, the organization maintains relevance and effectiveness because responsiveness to local conditions ensures alignment with actual priorities and maximizes impact.
  • Fellowship-Based Leadership Network
    methodology: fellowship_based_service
    By organizing service through a fellowship model of business, professional, and community leaders, the organization promotes global understanding, integrity, and peace because shared values among influential individuals amplify ethical leadership and cross-community collaboration.
  • Member-Driven Service and Funding Model
    methodology: member_driven_service
    By combining member volunteer engagement with collective financial contributions, the organization advances community and global service goals because active participation increases ownership, commitment, and sustained impact.