named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
College Internship Program
Places college students in paid internships with local organizations and government agencies
Feed Our Vets Support
Provides financial support to Feed Our Vets, an organization serving veterans in Utica
Outstanding Educator Award
Recognizes high school teachers nominated by students for their dedication and impact
Polio Eradication Efforts
Participates in global polio eradication through fundraising events like "Pin Down Polio" and Halloween walks
Pride of Workmanship Awards
Honors local workers for excellence in banking, education, business, and nonprofit sectors
Service Above Self Gala
Annual fundraising event that supports local organizations such as CABVI Camp Abilities and the Utica Zoo
Urban Tree Planting Project
Provides free trees to Utica homeowners and plants trees throughout the city to improve urban greenery
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Recognition and Awards Programs 2 activities
- Organizing annual recognition events for educators and workersHosts the annual Pride of Workmanship Awards to honor local employees demonstrating excellence in their work, and organizes an annual luncheon to recognize outstanding educators nominated by students.
- Recognizing contributions to Rotary mission through Paul Harris FellowshipsRecognizes individuals as Paul Harris Fellows in acknowledgment of their significant contributions to the Rotary Club of Utica’s service mission.
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Back-to-School Supply Distribution 1 activity
- Donating school supplies to children in needProvides $6,000 worth of school supplies annually to children living in Municipal Housing Authority residences to support educational equity.
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Fundraising for Community and Charitable Initiatives 1 activity
- Funding community projects and organizations through annual galas and fundraising eventsRaises funds for local and international causes through events such as the Service Above Self Gala and annual gift auctions, supporting organizations including Camp Abilities, Utica Zoo, RCIL, Midtown Utica Community Center, and Sleep in Heavenly Peace, with documented contributions totaling tens of thousands of dollars.
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Disaster Relief and Recovery Services 1 activity
- Providing disaster relief and international aidDelivers aid to regions affected by natural disasters or conflict, including support for Puerto Rico after hurricanes, firefighting equipment donations to Chile and Kosovo, and preparedness efforts for Africa.
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Student-Led Community Service Programs 1 activity
- Supporting youth and student engagement in community serviceEngages students from six area high schools in programs to introduce them to Rotary’s mission and values, fostering fellowship and service leadership among youth.
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Tree Planting and Reforestation Initiatives 1 activity
- Urban tree planting and environmental improvement projectsOrganizes and implements tree planting initiatives in Utica through the Urban Tree Planting Project, including raising funds via the "Tees for Trees" golf tournament and planting at least 66 trees in city areas.
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Uncategorized 7 activities
- Building beds and supporting family needs through partnershipsCollaborates with Sleep in Heavenly Peace to build 27 beds for children in need and raises funds specifically to support ongoing bed-building efforts for families in poverty.
- Founding and sponsoring service clubsInstrumental in founding Utica Kiwanis, Zonta Club, Exchange Club, and the Rotary Club of Rome; sponsored the formation of 13 Rotary Clubs in total, contributing to broader service leadership networks.
- Funding and establishing health and social service infrastructureHistorically funded the creation of a dental clinic later adopted by the City of Utica, voted to allocate $12,500 to the Orthopedic Clinic of Utica (predecessor to the Children's Hospital), and supported the Baby Welfare Fund and Playground Association through early 20th-century fundraising.
- Organizing and participating in international Rotary conventionsOrganized and hosted the Rotary International Convention in Taipei, demonstrating leadership in global Rotary engagement.
- Providing water and logistical support during community eventsSupplies 700 to 800 gallons of water to runners during the annual Boilermaker race through volunteer coordination and on-site support.
- Supporting public health and emergency response effortsContributed $1,000 to the local COVID-19 Response Fund, bringing total pandemic-related donations to $2,800, and provided hot meals to hospital staff during the crisis.
- Supporting youth development and community programsFounded the Boys' Club of Utica, created the “Boys Work” program to address delinquency and truancy, hosted Father & Son banquets for newsboys, organized children's Christmas parties, counseled young parolees, and ran a “helping hands” program offering after-school jobs, character building, athletics, and parental consultations.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2020
revenue
Total revenue$20K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$1551%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$14K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
balance sheet
Total assets$56K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$56K
1 years on record · 2020–2020
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2020
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Israel Acosta | President | 10 | $3K |
board members · 14
- Andrew Alesia — Director
- Catherine McEnroe — Director
- Dave Jones — Director
- David Bagley — Director
- Donald Reese — Director
- Elizabeth Nassar — Director
- Heather Beebe — Director
- Jennifer DePasquale — Director
- Jerry Kraus — Director
- Michelle Brandstadt — Director
- Roger Breslow — Director
- Roxanne Mutchler — Director
- Travis Rabbers — Director
- William Luley — Director
relationships · 47
Who they work with
- Anita's Stevens-Swan Humane Society Partner — Receives donations from Rotary to support animal shelter operations.
- Anita's Stevens-Swan Humane Society Partner — Recipient of donation to support shelter animal care.
- Boys' Club of Utica Partner — Instrumental in forming the Boys' Club of Utica.
- CABVI Camp Abilities Program Partner — Beneficiary of "Service Above Self" Gala supporting camp for visually impaired youth.
- CNY Rotary Network — Member of Central New York Rotary network
- CNY Rotary Youth Exchange Network — Part of the CNY Rotary Youth Exchange program network
- Exchange Club Partner — Instrumental in founding the Exchange Club in Utica.
- Feed Our Vets Partner — Receives funding from Rotary Club of Utica for food distribution programs.
- Feed Our Vets Partner — Recipient of funds raised by Rotary's annual golf outing.
- Five Points Public House and Events Center Partner — Venue host for the annual Pride of Workmanship Awards Program.
- Gift of Life Partner — Recipient of funds raised through spaghetti dinner fundraiser
- Girl Scouts Partner — Provided infrastructure support for the Girl Scouts camp.
- Habitat for Humanity Partner — Partnered with to build a house
- Hope House Partner — Longstanding recipient of financial and service support from the Rotary Club of Utica
- Kelberman Center Partner — Beneficiary of the Service Above Self Gala fundraising event.
- Kiwanis Partner — Jointly financed the Utica Police Community Relations Patrol
- Max’s Print Shop Partner — Co-donor of school supplies distributed to children in public housing.
- Max’s Print Shop Partner — Collaborates with Rotary to donate school supplies to low-income families.
- Midtown Utica Community Center Partner — Beneficiary of fundraising efforts through Rotary's annual gift auction.
- Midtown Utica Community Center Partner — Recipient of proceeds from Rotary's "Not So Silent Night" auction.
- Morrow Warming Center Partner — Collaboration site where Rotarians volunteer to serve food and support operations.
- Morrow Warming Center Partner — Partner organization where Rotarians volunteer to prepare and serve meals.
- North Utica Rotary Club Partner — Collaborated with on Pins for Polio fundraiser
- Oneida County Sheriff's Department Partner — Host agency for Rotary-sponsored college intern.
- Oneida County Sheriff's Department Partner — Hosts paid interns placed through the Rotary Club of Utica.
- RCIL Partner — Beneficiary organization receiving funds from Rotary's annual gala.
- RCIL Partner — Receives financial support from Utica Rotary for disability services programs.
- Rotary Club of Rome Partner — Sponsored the founding of the Rotary Club of Rome.
- Rotary Clubs of New Hartford Partner — Jointly organizes the Outstanding Educators program and awards luncheon.
- Rotary Clubs of North Utica/Whitestown Partner — Jointly organizes the Outstanding Educators program and awards luncheon.
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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.
- Child Welfare as Core Service Focusmethodology: child_welfare_focusBy prioritizing the welfare of children in service planning, we produce more targeted and effective community outcomes, because early intervention and support for youth strengthen the foundation of community well-being.
- Peacebuilding Through Servicemethodology: peacebuilding-through-serviceBy integrating peacebuilding into leadership and programming, we foster community resilience and long-term social cohesion, because sustained service engagement addresses root causes of conflict and builds cross-community trust.
- Service Through Professional Fellowshipmethodology: service_through_professional_fellowshipBy engaging business and community professionals in service activities, we produce local impact and promote ethical standards, because shared professional values strengthen community trust and collective action.