named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Range Safety Orientation
Required 90-minute class for all members wishing to access the rifle range, ensuring safe and responsible firearm use
Rimfire Challenge Shooting Association
Timed .22 rifle and pistol events on steel targets designed to introduce newcomers to shooting sports and encourage competitive participation
Shooting Leagues
Seasonal programs including Action Pistol, Bullseye Pistol, CMP Rifle, and Black Powder Shooting held weekly or monthly for members
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Shooting Sports Training and Safety 5 activities
- Conducts archery programs and maintains historical resultsProvides archery training and activities for members, including 3D archery shoots, and maintains historical records of past results.
- Conducts firearm rafflesOperates annual and multi-day raffles awarding firearms and muzzle loaders, with documented winners selected daily over periods such as 30 days; prizes include rifles like the Remington 700 ADL and Mossberg Patriot, with winners from across New York State and occasionally beyond.
- Facilitates Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) participationSupports participants in qualifying for and accessing U.S. military-style rifles (M1 Garand, 1903, 1903-A3) through the Civilian Marksmanship Program, including hosting CMP high power rifle shoots and providing club-owned equipment for use.
- Hosts shooting sports competitions and leaguesOrganizes and conducts regular shooting competitions and leagues, including Bullseye Pistol League, Action Pistol events, CMP Rifle competitions, and timed .22 rifle and pistol matches, with structured formats and scoring. Events are open to participants of various skill levels and include both centerfire and rimfire handguns.
- Operates trap shooting eventsHosts regular trap shooting events consisting of 25 rounds, held on Saturday and Sunday mornings and Wednesday evenings for members and participants.
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Organizational Newsletter Production and Distribution 1 activity
- Communicates with members via newsletterOperates an email newsletter to share information and updates with members and interested parties.
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Organized Running and Triathlon Events 1 activity
- Hosts annual running events for fundraising and community engagementOrganizes and hosts the annual Coz's Backyard Ultramarathon and the Autism Awareness Trail Run, the latter raising funds for autism awareness and related organizations.
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Wildlife Conservation and Sustainable Hunting Management 1 activity
- Manages fish and wildlife on club landsActively manages fish and wildlife populations on club-owned or managed lands to support sustainable outdoor recreation and conservation.
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Recreational Trail Development and Maintenance 1 activity
- Manages outdoor recreation and trails for membersProvides and maintains hiking and winter skiing trails on club lands for member use and enjoyment.
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Onsite & Outreach Environmental Education Programs 1 activity
- Supports youth conservation educationEncourages and promotes wilderness conservation education for youth in the community through club activities and outreach.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$73K
Contributions & grants$18K25%
Program service revenue$51K70%
Investment income$4K5%
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expenses
Total expenses$52K
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Fundraising—
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balance sheet
Total assets$156K
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Net assets$156K
4 years on record · 2021–2025 · YoY revenue +188.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
board members · 3
- Brian Kowalczyk — Trustee
- Greg Benincasa — Trustee
- Walter Beverly — Trustee
relationships · 9
Who they work with
- Civilian Marksmanship Program Partner — Collaborates with the Civilian Marksmanship Program to host rifle shoots and facilitate rifle purchases for qualified participants.
- Facebook Partner — Uses a Facebook page to share information about the archery program.
- Kelberman Partner — Supports autism awareness by donating proceeds from the Autism Awareness Trail Run to Kelberman.
- NRA Network — Participates in NRA-sanctioned events, as evidenced by hosting matches linked to NRA Regional Results.
- National Rifle Association Partner — Partners with the NRA by requiring membership for club applicants and promoting NRA membership.
- National Shooting Sports Foundation Partner — Collaborates with the National Shooting Sports Foundation to host Rimfire Challenge events based on a program developed by NSSF.
- New York State Rifle & Pistol Association Government — Collaborates with NYSRPA by encouraging members to join and support the state-level advocacy organization.
- Ruger Partner — Hosts Rimfire Challenge events co-branded with Ruger, indicating a partnership in promoting .22 caliber shooting sports.
- Utica Road Runners Partner — Receives donations from the Autism Awareness Trail Run in recognition of their support.
strategies · 5
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.
- Collective Advocacy for Second Amendment Rightsmethodology: collective-advocacyBy promoting membership in the NRA and NYSRPA, the club strengthens collective advocacy for Second Amendment rights, because unified organizational affiliation amplifies political voice and supports long-term preservation of gun access and outdoor recreation freedoms.
- Dynamic and Structured Introduction to Shooting Sportsmethodology: introduction-to-shooting-sportsBy using timed .22 caliber steel-target events and dynamic pistol shooting formats, the club introduces newcomers to firearm safety and fundamentals, because structured, skill-based entry points combine safety education with engaging challenges that build confidence and interest in competitive shooting.
- Inclusive Access to Firearms for Marksmanship Trainingmethodology: inclusive_access_to_firearmsBy providing access to military-style rifles and ammunition, the club enables broader participation in shooting sports regardless of personal equipment ownership, because removing financial and logistical barriers increases inclusivity and engagement in marksmanship activities.
- Raffle-Based Engagement and Fundraisingmethodology: raffle-based_engagementBy conducting sequential and annual raffles of firearms and outdoor equipment, the club increases member participation and supports club activities, because structured prize distribution over time incentivizes sustained engagement and community involvement.
- Volunteer-Driven Peer Instruction Modelmethodology: volunteer-driven_instructionBy utilizing volunteer members to teach trap shooting, the club fosters accessible entry points for new participants, because peer-led instruction lowers barriers to participation and builds community cohesion through shared experience.