named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Adult Programs
Includes Adult Pickleball League for ages 18+ held on Wednesday evenings.
Athletics
Offers sports leagues and physical activities including basketball, flag football, and dodgeball for members.
Elma Primary School Site
After-school program for K-3rd grade students at 711 Rice Road in Elma, operating from 3:30 to 6:00 p.m. on school days.
Main Site After School
After-school program for 4th-8th graders at 2080 Girdle Road in Elma, operating Monday-Friday from 2:30 to 6:00 p.m.
Summer Day Camp
Summer camp program for youth, with registration open for 2026 and financial assistance available through TANF.
activities · 11 groups
What they do
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After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 3 activities
- Academic support and skill-building programsOffers Project Learn and Power Hour, structured programs that reinforce academic skills and provide daily dedicated time for members to complete homework, read, or engage in high-yield learning activities to support educational achievement.
- After-school programs for K–3rd grade studentsOperates an after-school program at Elma Primary School in Elma, NY, serving K–3rd grade students on school days from 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm. The program includes homework help, weekly crafts, gym games, healthy snacks, and recreational activities such as board games, card games, and Legos.
- After-school programs for grades 4–8Operates an after-school program for students in grades 4–8 at 2080 Girdle Road in Elma, NY, open Monday through Friday from 2:30 pm to 6:00 pm, providing a safe environment for youth to engage in academic, recreational, and developmental activities.
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Recreational Game Programming 1 activity
- Adult recreational programmingOperates an Adult Pickleball League for individuals aged 18+ every Wednesday from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM, utilizing Club facilities for community-wide engagement beyond youth programming.
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School and School-Community Events 1 activity
- Community events and family engagementOrganizes community events such as a family-friendly Halloween event and the Annual Wall of Fame Dinner and Induction Ceremony to engage families and strengthen community ties.
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Youth Development Programs 1 activity
- Facility-based youth servicesOperates a facility at 2080 Girdle Road in Elma, NY, opened in 2000, featuring a gym, game room, arts & crafts room, computer lab, and outdoor recreation area to serve young people through structured programs and safe spaces.
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Youth Substance Abuse Prevention Education 1 activity
- Prevention and life skills programsImplements Smart Moves, a nationally recognized prevention program for youth ages 6–15, and Triple Play Healthy Habits, which teach members about resisting substance use, nutritional eating, stress management, physical fitness, and positive peer relationships.
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Community Fitness and Aquatics Programming 1 activity
- Sports and physical activity programsOrganizes sports leagues including basketball, flag football, and dodgeball, and provides access to a gym and outdoor recreation area to promote physical activity, teamwork, and healthy lifestyles among youth members.
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Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
- Summer day camp programOffers a summer day camp program for children, operating annually and planned through at least 2026, providing full-day programming during summer months with recreational, educational, and developmental activities.
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Before and After School Childcare 1 activity
- Supplemental day programming on school closure daysProvides supplemental day programs for K–3rd grade members on days when Iroquois Central Schools are closed due to holidays or staff development, offering structured activities and supervision. Also offers extended-day programming for 4th–6th grade members on similar closure days.
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Youth Leadership Development Programs 1 activity
- Youth leadership development programsRuns the Junior Leaders program for 6th–9th grade members and teen leadership development through a CIT (Counselor-in-Training) program, focusing on building leadership skills via service, education, health, and recreation activities.
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Recognition and Awards Programs 1 activity
- Youth recognition and awards programsRecognizes member achievements through the Member of the Month Award and the Youth of the Year program, which honor youth demonstrating leadership, academic excellence, service, character, and active Club involvement.
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Youth Safety and Protection Programs 1 activity
- Youth safety and behavioral policiesMaintains formal Safety Policy and Member Behavior Policy focused on child safety, ensuring a secure environment for youth participation in all Club programs.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$794K
Contributions & grants$344K43%
Program service revenue$288K36%
Investment income$15K2%
Other revenue$147K
expenses
Total expenses$888K
Program expenses82%
Admin / overhead13%
Fundraising5%
Salaries & benefits$558K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$2.02M
Cash$263K
Investments$751K
Liabilities$66K
Net assets$1.96M
Liquid reserves13.7 mo
4 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue -5.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| TRACEY KARP-THEAL | EXECUTIVE DI | 40 | $82K |
board members · 16
- AMANDA HEISER — TREASURER
- ANGELA HALL — BOARD MEMBER
- BETTE DEHR — HR CHAIR
- DAVID WOLFF — BOARD MEMBER
- DENISE MARSHALL — FINANCE CHAI
- ED THOMPSON — PRESIDENT
- GILLIAN FIELD-BIERL — BOARD MEMBER
- GREG MERKLE — BOARD MEMBER
- JASON AIGNER — FACILITY CHA
- JIM MANN — VICE PRESIDE
- MARC DICKINSON — BOARD MEMBER
- MATTHEW BOLLES — TECHNOLOGY C
- MIKE ARGAUER — BOARD MEMBER
- NICK GIBNEY — ALUMNI CHAIR
- SHEILA TELLER — BOARD MEMBER
- TOM TREADWELL — SECRETARY
relationships · 36
Who they work with
- Alden State Bank Partner — Named sponsor of the Boys and Girls Club of Elma, Marilla, and Wales
- Alden State Bank Partner — Treat sponsor for the Halloween community event.
- Andrews Barber Parlor Partner — Named sponsor of the Boys and Girls Club of Elma, Marilla, and Wales
- Aurora Optometric Group Partner — Named sponsor of the Boys and Girls Club of Elma, Marilla, and Wales
- Bank of Holland Partner — Hocus Pocus Helper for the Halloween community event.
- Bartsch's Auto Service Partner — Named sponsor of the Boys and Girls Club of Elma, Marilla, and Wales
- Boys & Girls Club of America Network — Chartered member of the Boys & Girls Club of America network.
- Boys and Girls Club of Elma, Marilla, and Wales Network — Local affiliate of the national Boys & Girls Clubs of America network.
- Bruce’s Automotive Partner — Named sponsor of the Boys and Girls Club of Elma, Marilla, and Wales
- Custom Builders of WNY Partner — Named sponsor of the Boys and Girls Club of Elma, Marilla, and Wales
- Cy's Pharmacy Partner — Hocus Pocus Helper for the Halloween community event.
- Cy's Pharmacy Partner — Named sponsor of the Boys and Girls Club of Elma, Marilla, and Wales
- East Aurora Family Dentistry Partner — Named sponsor of the Boys and Girls Club of Elma, Marilla, and Wales
- East Aurora Pediatrics Partner — Named sponsor of the Boys and Girls Club of Elma, Marilla, and Wales
- Erik Hibit Partner — Mentor and staff member at the Boys and Girls Club who provided guidance to youth member Ryan.
- HDE Electric Partner — Halloween Hero Event Sponsor supporting the organization's family-friendly community event.
- Iroquois Central School District Partner — Coordinates student transportation and aligns program schedule with school calendar, including closures for early dismissal and staff development days.
- Iroquois Central Schools Partner — Coordinates after-school programming with school calendar closures for joint member access.
- James A. Coatsworth Government — Former Executive Director (1992–2008) whose legacy continues to influence the organization.
- Kiwanis Club of Marilla Partner — Named sponsor of the Boys and Girls Club of Elma, Marilla, and Wales
- Mader Construction Company Inc. Partner — Treat sponsor for the Halloween community event.
- Melissa Wilson Insurance Partner — Named sponsor of the Boys and Girls Club of Elma, Marilla, and Wales
- NYS Central Register of Child Abuse & Maltreatment Government — Used for clearance checks for volunteers working with youth.
- Occhino Paving Corporation Partner — Named sponsor of the Boys and Girls Club of Elma, Marilla, and Wales
- Pinelli Landscaping Partner — Treat sponsor for the Halloween community event.
- Pizza Del Aureo's Partner — Named sponsor of the Boys and Girls Club of Elma, Marilla, and Wales
- Ronny's Take Out Partner — Named sponsor of the Boys and Girls Club of Elma, Marilla, and Wales
- Sam Coatsworth Partner — Contact person for the Adult Pickleball League, available for inquiries and registration support.
- Smolarek Law Offices Partner — Named sponsor of the Boys and Girls Club of Elma, Marilla, and Wales
- Southtowns Eye Center Partner — Named sponsor of the Boys and Girls Club of Elma, Marilla, and Wales
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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.
- Mentorship-Driven Positive Youth Developmentmethodology: positive-youth-developmentBy providing consistent, caring adult mentors and role models, the organization enables youth to make positive choices and build life skills, because supportive relationships foster personal responsibility, emotional growth, and a sense of belonging.
- Safety-First Holistic Development Modelmethodology: holistic youth developmentBy ensuring child safety as a foundational condition and combining it with structured programming across physical, social, emotional, and intellectual domains, the organization creates an environment where holistic youth development can thrive, because safety enables engagement and comprehensive growth.