named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Adult Learn to Sail Program
Initiated in 2012 and expanded in subsequent years to introduce adult members to sailing; collaborates with Sodus Bay Junior Sailing Association.
Challenge Cup Regatta
Annual racing event hosted by SBYC since at least 2005; part of the Lake Yacht Racing Association (LYRA) Tier 2 series and contributes to LYRA Boat of the Year awards.
Leukemia Cup Regatta
Charity-linked regatta event first held in 2000 in partnership with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society; combines competitive racing with fundraising.
SBYC Small Boat Program
Provides member access to club-owned Ideal 18 sailboats for open sailing and one-design club racing; launched in 2004 with support from Skip Shumway and Tom Knapp.
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Recreational Boating and Sailing Programs 2 activities
- Host organized sailboat racing events and regattasOrganizes and hosts competitive sailing programs including seasonal club racing (Spring, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Fall, and Long Distance Series), the Performance Handicap Racing Fleet (PHRF-LO), and major regional regattas such as the Challenge Cup Regatta (a Tier 2 LYRA event), Centrals on Sodus Regatta, and national-level events like the North American Lightning Championship. The club has hosted numerous high-profile regattas, including the 8 Metre Worlds in 1996 and the 2015 LYRA Annual Regatta.
- Provide access to shared sailboat fleets for membersOffers member access to shared sailboats including four Ideal 18 keelboats and a Catalina 22, enabling recreational day sailing for individuals and families without personal boat ownership. The Small Boat Program was established in 2004 with infrastructure upgrades and expanded through donations.
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Charity Event Organization 1 activity
- Fundraise for external charitable causesRaised approximately $15,000 for the Western New York Chapter of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society through participation in the 2000 Leukemia Cup Regatta, demonstrating community-oriented advocacy and fundraising efforts.
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Organized Member Social Events 1 activity
- Host social and recreational events for membersOrganizes year-round social programming including on-season dining events, off-season gatherings, club cruises, and informal buddy boating to maintain member engagement. Events are supported by volunteer efforts and include themed race weekends and family-friendly activities.
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Private Social and Recreational Clubs 1 activity
- Operate yacht club facilities and member servicesProvides and maintains a clubhouse with dining, bar, bath, and lounge facilities; offers dock space for approximately 60 boats; and supports recreational amenities including boat launch cranes, pump-out services, dockside utilities, parking, Wi-Fi, BBQ grills, and storage for small watercraft. The club also provides access to a pebble beach, lawn areas, and pavilion spaces for member use.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$435K
Contributions & grants$184K42%
Program service revenue$218K50%
Investment income$4K1%
Other revenue$28K
expenses
Total expenses$380K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$111K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$601K
Cash$156K
Investments$0
Liabilities$1K
Net assets$600K
Liquid reserves4.9 mo
6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue -1.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
board members · 13
- CAROLYN FLOWERDAY — SECRETARY
- DAVE WILL — DIRECTOR
- DEB LANGE — TREASURER
- JACK HUTTNER — DIRECTOR
- JAY DEWISPELAERE — DIRECTOR
- JONATHAN LIPARY — DIRECTOR
- KATHTYN TINGLEY — VICE PRESIDENT
- MARC LUEBSTORFF — DIRECTOR
- MARTHA LIGHTFOOT — DIRECTOR
- MARY BETH ARNOLD — DIRECTOR
- ROBERT MAGIN — PRESIDENT
- SHARON LONTHAIR — DIRECTOR
- SHELLI FITZSIMMONS — DIRECTOR
relationships · 18
Who they work with
- Fair Haven Yacht Club Partner — Participating yacht club in the 2026 Challenge Cup Regatta hosted by Sodus Bay Yacht Club.
- Genesee Yacht Club Partner — Participating yacht club in the 2026 Challenge Cup Regatta hosted by Sodus Bay Yacht Club.
- LYRA Network — Sodus Bay Yacht Club participates in the LYRA network through hosting a Tier 2 counter event for the LYRA Boat of The Year.
- Lake Yacht Racing Association Network — Member organization that hosts and participates in LYRA-sanctioned regattas.
- Lake Yacht Racing Association Partner — Cooperates with LYRA as a host for the Challenge Cup Regatta, a Tier 2 event in the LYRA series.
- Oswego Yacht Club Partner — Participating yacht club in the 2026 Challenge Cup Regatta hosted by Sodus Bay Yacht Club.
- PHRF-LO Network — Participates in the Performance Handicap Racing Fleet - Lake Ontario (PHRF-LO) racing network.
- Rear Commodore.SodusBayYC@gmail.com Partner — Contact point for membership inquiries and application process oversight.
- Rochester Institute of Technology’s Collegiate Sailing Program Partner — Began a cooperative program in 2014 to support collegiate sailing activities.
- Rochester Yacht Club Partner — Participating yacht club in the 2026 Challenge Cup Regatta hosted by Sodus Bay Yacht Club.
- Royal Canadian Yacht Club Partner — Engaged in international competition through the Canada’s Cup challenge series in 2016.
- Sheila Partner — Club Manager responsible for dinner reservations and member support.
- Sodus Bay Junior Sailing Association Partner — Collaborates on hosting regattas, long-term property planning, and developing synergies for competitive sailing.
- Sodus Bay Junior Sailing Association Partner — Jointly hosts the Centrals on Sodus Regatta.
- Sodus Bay Junior Sailing Association Partner — Neighbor organization through which SBYC members can learn to sail.
- Sodus Point Government — Located in and operates within the Sodus Point peninsula, maintaining a presence in the local community.
- ViceCommodore.SodusBayYC@gmail.com Partner — Coordinates dock, mooring, and drysail assignments for members.
- Western New York Chapter of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Partner — Partnered to link the 2000 LYRA Regatta with fundraising, creating the Leukemia Cup Regatta.
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 Sailing as Cultural Anchormethodology: competitive_sailing_cultural_anchorBy integrating competitive sailing—especially through accessible formats like PHRF-LO racing, youth regattas, and beginner-friendly race series—into the club’s core identity, the club attracts and retains members because structured yet inclusive competition reinforces belonging and shared tradition.
- Inclusive Access Through Shared Resourcesmethodology: inclusive_access_through_shared_resourcesBy providing access to club-owned and standardized boats through shared equipment and small boat programs, the club lowers barriers to participation for non-boat owners, increasing inclusivity and engagement because equitable access enables broader cultural and competitive involvement in sailing.
- Member-Driven Engagement Modelmethodology: member_driven_engagementBy involving members in facility management, program operation, and volunteer leadership, the club fosters ownership, camaraderie, and sustained engagement because active participation strengthens community bonds and institutional commitment.