named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Fall Ball
Less formal instructional season from early September to mid-October, designed to help players transition to higher divisions
House League
Spring and fall baseball instruction and competition for children ages 4–13, divided into Skills & Drills, T-Ball, Rookie (8U), Minor (10U), Major (12U), and Senior divisions
Travel Baseball
Competitive baseball program for players 8U and older, requiring tryouts and participation in at least 75% of house league games
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Youth Sports Safety & Risk Management 2 activities
- Coach, parent, and volunteer support resourcesProvides informational guides and online resources for new coaches and parents, including a centralized hub for team-related information, weather delay updates, and a downloadable facility map. Also conducts background checks for all direct volunteers, including coaches and concession stand staff, prior to each season.
- Youth sports safety educationProvides concussion prevention, recognition, and response training through distribution of HEADS UP materials and access to a free online course for coaches, parents, officials, and trainers to promote safety in youth baseball and softball.
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Youth Soccer Development Programs 2 activities
- Travel baseball program and tournamentOffers a competitive travel baseball program featuring winter workouts, tryouts (e.g., August 6, 2025, for 10U and 12U divisions), and participation in the biennial Canandaigua Classic Travel Tournament scheduled for 2026. Registration is open with no fees required for tryouts.
- Youth baseball and softball programsOrganizes and operates youth baseball and softball programs for children ages 4 to 15 in Canandaigua, New York, including spring and fall seasons with house leagues, travel teams, and age-based divisions. Programs include opening day events, regular-season games, playoffs, and seasonal registration open to both residents and non-residents.
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Youth Sports Access and Equipment Support 1 activity
- Player development and support servicesProvides player scholarships, league uniforms, equipment, batting cages, field maintenance, and facility upgrades to support youth player development. Fields are prepared weekly by volunteers to ensure safe playing conditions.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Concession stand operationsOperates a full concession stand at its facility offering grilled foods (hamburgers, hot dogs), snacks (pretzels, nachos, popcorn), beverages (water, Gatorade, Pepsi products, slushies), and novelty items (candy, frozen treats) during games and events.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$92K
Contributions & grants$22K24%
Program service revenue$49K53%
Investment income$670%
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expenses
Total expenses$67K
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balance sheet
Total assets$252K
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Net assets$252K
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +20.9%
relationships · 12
Who they work with
- Bradley Cook Partner — Appointed as Director of Player Development and Travel Coordinator.
- CDC Partner — Collaborates with CDC on concussion safety resources through the HEADS UP to Youth Sports initiative.
- Canandaigua Junior Baseball & Softball Partner — Operates youth baseball and softball programs at the same location and shares organizational identity with CANANDAIGUA JR BASEBALL INC.
- Dick's Sporting Goods Partner — Provides league discounts to participants through a partnership with Dick's Sporting Goods.
- Dick's Sporting Goods Partner — Sponsor providing league discounts and hosting annual League Day events for participants.
- Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook as a communication channel to share updates with families and the community.
- Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook for social media outreach and sponsor recognition.
- Hobart College Partner — Bradley Cook serves as Head Coach for Baseball at Hobart College, indicating a professional affiliation relevant to his role with Canandaigua Junior Baseball.
- Instagram Partner — Uses Instagram for social media outreach and sponsor recognition.
- Joe Holtby Partner — Contact person for questions about travel baseball.
- Sara Baskin Partner — Contact person for questions about the program.
- Sara Baskin Partner — Contact person for registration inquiries.
strategies · 4
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.
- Holistic Youth Development Culturemethodology: holistic player developmentBy fostering a culture of trust, humor, honesty, and personal care, the organization supports mental and physical resilience in athletes, because positive relational environments enhance long-term player well-being and life skills beyond baseball.
- Inclusive Youth Sports Participationmethodology: inclusive-youth-sportsBy offering programs open to all children regardless of gender or municipal residency, the organization increases access to youth sports, because broader inclusion fosters community engagement and equitable opportunities for skill development.
- Instruction-First Player Developmentmethodology: instruction-firstBy prioritizing foundational skill instruction and structured progression across seasons and divisions, the organization builds player competence and confidence, because early mastery and consistent development prepare athletes for higher levels of competition and lifelong engagement in sport.
- Social Development Through Team Integrationmethodology: social-development-through-random-team-placementBy assigning teams without honoring personal requests, the organization promotes diverse peer interactions, because random placement encourages social growth, adaptability, and interpersonal resilience in young athletes.