named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
Book Club
Monthly book discussion group featuring a rotating selection of fiction and nonfiction titles, with meetings scheduled throughout the year
Senior Trips Program
Organizes day and overnight excursions to destinations including the Bronx Zoo, Lake George, Radio City Music Hall, and Branson shows; includes transportation, meals, admissions, and escorts
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Senior Congregate Centers 2 activities
- Provides daily congregate meals and to-go options for seniorsServes lunch Monday through Friday at 11:45 AM to seniors, with a to-go option available for seniors and homebound individuals.
- Provides health and wellness support services for seniorsHosts free tax preparation through AARP Foundation, monthly legal aid visits, LGBTQ+ Senior Social Hour, and support groups for widows/widowers and Alzheimer’s caregivers.
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Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
- Facilitates volunteer engagement for seniorsEngages 70 seniors in volunteer work annually, generating 7,500 volunteer hours at the center.
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Community Wellness Movement Classes 1 activity
- Offers exercise and fitness programs tailored for seniorsProvides a variety of weekly exercise classes including chair exercises, yoga, tai chi, Zumba Gold, and low-impact aerobics, with both in-person and video-based options available.
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Senior Social & Enrichment Programming 1 activity
- Organizes and facilitates social and recreational activities for seniorsHosts weekly and recurring programs including Bingo, book club, quilting, painting, drawing, and TOPS weigh-in sessions to promote socialization and mental engagement among seniors.
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Membership Program Administration 1 activity
- Provides membership access with fee assistance optionsOffers annual membership for individuals ($50) and couples ($90), with online payment options and fee waivers or installment plans available to ensure access for those unable to pay.
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Event Venue Rental Services 1 activity
- Rents facility space to the public for events and gatheringsOffers rental of its facility, including full building or individual rooms, to the general public for events, with seating capacity up to 224 people, regardless of membership status.
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Intergenerational Connection Programs 1 activity
- Supports community and intergenerational engagement through inclusive programmingHosts the Greater Good Grocery Bus open to all community members and allows non-seniors, including children and grandchildren, to participate in trips and activities when appropriate.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Acts as a collection site for charitable shoe donationsServes as a drop-off location for gently worn shoes and sneakers to support the Twin Tiers Honor Flight.
- Organizes and manages senior-focused travel programsPlans and operates customized day and overnight trips for seniors, including registration via a trip desk, staff escorts, deposit requirements, and partnerships with transportation providers; open to the public with member discounts.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$506K
Contributions & grants$178K35%
Program service revenue$233K46%
Investment income$22K4%
Other revenue$73K
expenses
Total expenses$443K
Program expenses92%
Admin / overhead6%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$127K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$975K
Cash$139K
Investments$312K
Liabilities$54K
Net assets$921K
Liquid reserves12.2 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +12.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kim Robinson | Executive Dir. | 40 | $55K |
board members · 9
- Benjamin Lainhart — Director
- Bill Hagopian — Director
- Eleanor Stethers — Director
- Lucy Baker — Director
- Margaret Turna — Director
- Mary Roper — Director
- Susan Paredez — Director
- Vincent Gennett — Director
- Wally Roper — Director
relationships · 15
Who they work with
- AAA Partner — Recommends AAA as a provider for trip insurance for senior travelers.
- AARP Foundation Partner — Provides free tax return preparation services for seniors during a 10-week annual program.
- Alzheimer's Association Partner — Hosts a monthly caregiver support group meeting at the center.
- Broome County Government — Geographic and administrative context for service delivery; one of eight Senior Centers in the county.
- Broome County Office for Aging Government — Funder of the lunch program
- Broome County Office for Aging Partner — Collaborates on the daily lunch program, hosts their LGBTQ+ Senior Social Hour, and co-provides nutrition education programs.
- Cornell Cooperative Extension Broome County Partner — Provides nutrition education programs at the center.
- Council of Churches’ Faith in Action Partner — Co-provides nutrition education programs and supports the Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program coupon distribution.
- Greater Good Grocery Bus Partner — Conducts weekly grocery deliveries accessible to all at the center.
- Hale Transportation Partner — Travel partner providing motor coach services for senior trips
- Legal Aid Society of Mid New York Partner — Provides monthly free legal services for seniors at the center.
- NYSOFA Government — Funder of the lunch program
- PayPal Partner — Partner used to process online membership payments.
- Twin Tiers Honor Flight Partner — Collection site for gently worn shoes and sneakers to support the organization's mission.
- US Department of Health & Human Services - Administration on Community Living Government — Funder of the lunch program
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.
- Equitable Access Through Financial Flexibilitymethodology: equitable_access_modelBy offering fee waivers and installment plans, we ensure access to services regardless of income because removing financial barriers enables broader participation in wellness programs.
- Holistic Senior Wellness Modelmethodology: preventative_health_modelBy integrating nutrition, physical activity, mental stimulation, and social engagement, we prevent chronic disease and support healthy aging because multifactorial interventions address the interconnected drivers of senior health.
- Representative Governance for Program Relevancemethodology: representative_governanceBy ensuring at least 50% of the board consists of individuals aged 55 or older, we align organizational leadership with the lived experience of the population served, increasing trust, accountability, and program relevance.