named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Educational Evenings
Events like "Demystifying Wine Tasting" and regional focus nights (e.g., German Wine Tasting) designed to expand members' oenological knowledge
Gala Dinners
Seasonal events including the Inaugural Winter Gala with Bollinger and E. Guigal and the Inaugural Spring Gala with Bouchard Père et Fils, featuring multi-course pairings and premium wines
Private Wine Tastings
Hosted with renowned producers such as Château Cheval Blanc and Penfolds, these events offer members direct access to legendary winemakers and rare vintages
activities · 2 groups
What they do
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Organized Member Social Events 1 activity
- Fosters social engagement among wine and food enthusiastsBuilds community and supports friendship-building among members through curated events such as the Winter Gala, Spring Gala, Summer Soiree, and a Hudson River Boat Party, designed to bring together individuals with shared interests in wine, food, and the arts of the table.
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Wine Industry Promotion & Education 1 activity
- Hosts wine and food education events for membersOrganizes and provides access to exclusive wine-related events, including private tastings, intimate dinners, and educational sessions on wine fundamentals, to foster member engagement and appreciation of fine wines and the arts of the table. Events have featured renowned producers such as Cheval Blanc, Château d'Yquem, Bollinger, E. Guigal, and Bouchard Père et Fils, with leadership by experts including Pierre Lurton and Stephen Bitterolf.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$147K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$113K77%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$125K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
balance sheet
Total assets$75K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$72K
2 years on record · 2024–2025 · YoY revenue +51.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
board members · 3
- Alan Frishman — Senior Council and Director
- Arnold Reiter — Director
- Lily Frishman — Senior Council and Director
relationships · 25
Who they work with
- Bollinger Partner — Featured at the Inaugural Winter Gala event.
- Bouchard Père et Fils Partner — Collaborated on the Inaugural Spring Gala event.
- Chevalier du Tastevin Partner — Senior Council member is an active member, reflecting engagement with established wine societies.
- Château Cheval Blanc Partner — Collaborated on a wine tasting event featuring their wines.
- Château Pichon Baron Partner — Featured at the Bordeaux Night event.
- Commanderie de Bordeaux Partner — Senior Council members have held leadership roles, including Chair of the Wine Committee and BOD membership.
- Commanderie des Costes du Rhone Partner — Senior Council member serves as Dinner Chairman, indicating formal affiliation and collaboration.
- Confrerie de la Chaine de Rotisseurs Partner — Advisor Peter Salerno is a member, indicating affiliation with this historic gastronomic society.
- Confrerie des Chevaliers du Tastevin Partner — Advisor Peter Salerno is a member, reflecting institutional ties to traditional wine brotherhoods.
- E. Guigal Partner — Featured at the Inaugural Winter Gala event.
- Hudson Valley International Wine & Food Society Chapter Partner — Advisor Peter Salerno is Founder and Chairman, showing leadership in extending IWFS-related activities regionally.
- International Wine & Food Society Network — YMC is a chapter of the IWFS, carrying forward its legacy of independent gastronomic appreciation.
- Knights of Alba Partner — Senior Council members are active members of this Italian wine society, supporting shared gastronomic interests.
- Maison M. Chapoutier Partner — Collaborated on a dinner event featuring their wines.
- New York Yacht Club Partner — Hosted the YMC's launch event in September 2024 for a wine tasting led by Pierre Lurton.
- Penfolds Partner — Hosted a tasting masterclass in collaboration with the brand.
- Societe des Amis du Champagne Partner — Senior Council member is an active member, indicating connection to Champagne-focused wine appreciation groups.
- Suduiraut Partner — Featured at the Bordeaux Night event.
- acclaimed restaurants Partner — Holds intimate dinners and events at acclaimed restaurants.
- châteaux Partner — Partners with châteaux for exclusive wine-related gatherings and events.
- highly regarded sponsors from around the world Partner — Sponsors provide instruction at dinners and tastings for members.
- renowned winemakers Partner — Collaborates with renowned winemakers to host private tastings and wine events.
- storied private clubs Partner — Hosts events in collaboration with storied private clubs.
- third-party tools and consultants Partner — Partners with third-party tools and consultants to evaluate and improve website accessibility.
- valued sponsors Partner — Sponsors support the YMC's events and community initiatives.
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.
- Community Building Through Curated Experiences 19 orgsmethodology: community_engagement_through_curated_experiencesBy combining oenological exploration with exclusive events, the organization builds intergenerational community and sustains organizational legacy because shared, memorable experiences foster deeper member commitment and cultural continuity.shared approach: Experiential Engagement for Sector Growth →
- Experiential Education in Wine and Gastronomy 19 orgsmethodology: experiential_educationBy offering curated dinners, tastings, and events led by experts, the organization educates members in fine wines, food, and table arts because immersive, hands-on experiences deepen understanding and engagement more effectively than passive learning.shared approach: Experiential Engagement for Sector Growth →