irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $336KSOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (RESPITE)-THE FRIENDS FOR LIFE RESPITE PROGRAM IS AIMED AT SERVING PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES WHO RESIDE IN OSWEGO COUNTY WITH THEIR FAMILIES. THIS PROGRAM WAS DEVELOPED TO GIVE RELIEF TO PARENTS WHILE PROVIDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR INCLUSION AND INTEGRATION FOR PARTICIPANTS AT THE OSWEGO YMCA AND IN THE COMMUNITY.THE RESPITE PROGRAM ACTIVITIES PROVIDE INDEPENDENCE TO THE PARTICIPANTS WITH STRUCTURED PROGRAMMING THAT ALSO PROMOTES PHYSICAL FITNESS. PARTICIPANTS ARE EXPOSED TO MAINSTREAM EVENTS THAT SUPPORT THE DEVELOPMENT OF THEIR CONFIDENCE AND SOCIAL SKILLS. RESPITE IS OFFERED YEAR-ROUND SEVEN DAYS A WEEK. TRANSPORTATION IS PROVIDED FOR MOST SERVICES.
- #2 $113KHEALTHY LIVING - AT THE HEART OF THE Y LIES THE POWER TO TRANSFORMBOTH YOURSELF AND THE COMMUNITY AROUND YOU. FROM OUR WIDE RANGE OF FITNESS, PERSONAL TRAINING, PREVENTATIVE HEALTH, SPORTS AND OTHER PROGRAMS, TO OUR GROUP SOCIAL ACTIVITIES, AS WELL AS FUN FAMILY AND COMMUNITY EVENTS, WE OFFER AN ARRAY OF OPTIONS FOCUSED ON STRENGTHENING SPIRIT, MIND AND BODY.
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Annual Special Events
Community events including the CNY Pumpkin Festival, Reindeer Run 5K, Comedy with a Cause, Healthy Kids Day, and Harborfest 5K, designed to engage families, raise funds, and promote community health and connection.
Friends for Life Respite Program
Year-round, seven-day-a-week program providing respite care and social integration opportunities for people with developmental disabilities in Oswego County; includes transportation and structured activities promoting independence and fitness.
Healthy Living Fitness Programs
Comprehensive wellness offerings including free group fitness classes, personal training, Smart Start onboarding, and access to a full wellness center with cardio, strength, and functional fitness equipment for members of all ages.
School Age Child Care (SACC) and LEAPS Enhanced Program
Before- and after-school childcare program for children in kindergarten through fifth grade, offering homework support, STEM activities, arts and crafts, and character development; enhanced with academic and social-emotional supports through New York State’s LEAPS initiative.
activities · 10 groups
What they do
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Recreational Game Programming 1 activity
- Adult and family recreational programsEngages adults and families through inclusive sports programs such as pickleball and adult basketball, community leagues, family events, and special social activities. Promotes holistic well-being, family bonding, and community connections through shared interests and recreational opportunities.
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Community Event Fundraising 1 activity
- Annual community events and fundraising initiativesHosts annual community events including Healthy Kids Day, a 5K run/walk during Harborfest, the CNY Pumpkin Festival, the Reindeer Run holiday event, and a golf tournament. Also organizes fundraising events such as Comedy with A Cause to support organizational and community needs.
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Before and After School Childcare 1 activity
- Before and after-school childcare and academic supportOffers before- and after-school programs for children in kindergarten through fifth grade in the Oswego City and Mexico Central School Districts, including structured activities such as homework time, academic enrichment, social-emotional development, physical activity, and character building. Enhanced through the NYS LEAPS initiative and provided at multiple school sites.
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Fitness Training and Group Exercise Programs 1 activity
- Community fitness and wellness programsOffers over 40 free group fitness classes per week, free open gym sessions for youth, personalized training packages, and a wellness onboarding program with one-on-one consultations and fitness assessments. Provides evidence-based fall prevention programs for older adults with small-group sessions led by trained facilitators.
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Children's Play and Motor Development Spaces 1 activity
- Drop-in childcare servicesOperates a drop-in childcare program (Play & Learn Center) for children ages 3 months to 10 years, allowing members to use the facility for workouts or programs. Services are available during specified weekday and Saturday hours, with visits limited to three hours per day.
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Respite Care for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
- Respite Program for individuals with disabilitiesOperates a year-round, seven-day-a-week respite program for individuals with developmental disabilities in Oswego County, providing structured social, recreational, and physical fitness activities, community outings, and transportation to promote inclusion and caregiver relief. Contracted with the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD).
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Financial Aid and Scholarship Access Programs 1 activity
- Scholarship and financial assistance programAwarded $103,083 in scholarships to support access to memberships and programs, ensuring affordability and inclusion for individuals and families in need.
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Early Childhood Education & Development Programs 1 activity
- Summer and preschool programming for young childrenOperates a six-week Kinder Camp summer program and a daily preschool program for children ages 2–4, covering literacy, math, art, music, STEAM, and physical education. Offers flexible attendance options (2-day, 3-day, or 5-day per week) during the school year and part-day summer camp options with themed weekly activities.
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Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
- Volunteer engagement in program deliveryRelies on volunteers to deliver key services including childcare support, tutoring in reading and math, coaching youth sports, greeting members, and assisting with administrative tasks to maintain a welcoming and supportive environment.
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Youth Soccer Development Programs 1 activity
- Youth sports and enrichment programsProvides youth sports programs in basketball, soccer, T-ball, and baseball, along with clinics focused on character development, skill improvement, and sport fundamentals for children of all experience levels. Served 8,430 children through these programs, summer camp, and the Play & Learn Center.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.39M
Contributions & grants$544K39%
Program service revenue$798K57%
Investment income$5000%
Other revenue$52K
expenses
Total expenses$1.45M
Program expenses60%
Admin / overhead40%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$1.04M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.33M
Cash$198K
Investments$7K
Liabilities$390K
Net assets$937K
Liquid reserves1.7 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +9.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHERYL BALDWIN | CEO | 40 | $60K |
board members · 7
- CYNTHIA TASCARELLA — TREASURER
- OLIVIA PEEL — SECRETARY
- ROBERT CLOSE — VICE PRESIDENT
- SANDRA BESHURES — BOARD MEMBER
- STEPHEN GIOIA — PRESIDENT
- TAYLOR DAVIS — BOARD MEMBER
- TRINA MILLS — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 24
Who they work with
- Adventure at Burritt's Partner — Sponsors the annual Harborfest 5k Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run.
- Burritt Motors Partner — Sponsors the annual Harborfest 5k Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run.
- Circle T Enterprises Partner — Sponsors the annual Harborfest 5k Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run.
- Compass Credit Union Partner — Presents the Comedy with A Cause event hosted by the Oswego YMCA.
- Cynthia Tascarella Partner — Treasurer of the Executive Board, providing financial stewardship as a volunteer leader
- C’s Farm Market & Beverage Center Partner — Sponsors the annual Harborfest 5k Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run.
- Excellus Blue Cross/Blue Shield Partner — Sponsors the annual Harborfest 5k Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run.
- Kevin Kovacs Partner — Board Member contributing volunteer leadership to support the YMCA’s mission
- Mexico School District Partner — Provides before- and after-school childcare at Mexico Elementary School.
- Mike Russell Partner — Board Member contributing volunteer time and expertise to support the YMCA’s mission
- New York State LEAPS Government — Collaborates with the NYS LEAPS initiative to enhance after-school programming with academic and enrichment supports.
- Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) Government — Contracts with the YMCA to support the Respite Program for developmentally disabled children and adults.
- Olivia Peel Partner — Secretary of the Executive Board, contributing volunteer leadership to the YMCA’s governance
- Oswego City School District Partner — Operates before- and after-school programs at elementary schools within the district and coordinates transportation through shared forms.
- Oswego County Department of Health Partner — Collaborates with the Oswego YMCA to present Healthy Kids Day.
- Oswego Health Partner — Supports the Oswego YMCA's Healthy Kids Day event.
- Oswego YMCA Network — Local branch of the YMCA network providing youth summer camp programs.
- Robert Close Partner — President/Chair of the Executive Board, volunteering leadership to guide the YMCA’s community efforts
- Stephanie Pritchard Partner — Board Member offering volunteer leadership to guide the YMCA’s work
- Steve Gioia III Partner — Board Member providing volunteer leadership to advance the YMCA’s community efforts
- Stony Brook University Partner — Collaborates on fall risk assessment tool hosted via Stony Brook University's Qualtrics platform.
- Taylor Davis Partner — Board Member contributing volunteer leadership to guide the YMCA’s community impact
- Trina Mills Partner — Vice President/VC of the Executive Board, volunteering leadership to support the YMCA’s mission
- YMCA Network — Participates in the nationwide YMCA network, allowing reciprocal access to other YMCAs across the United States and Puerto Rico.
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.
- Anti-Racist and Inclusive Organizational Frameworkmethodology: anti-racist_inclusive_frameworkBy adopting a multicultural, anti-racist, and inclusive framework across programming and resource allocation, the organization addresses social inequities because systemic barriers are actively countered through intentional representation, access, and organizational commitment to equity.
- Fear Reduction and Functional Independence in Older Adultsmethodology: fear_reduction_through_educationBy combining interactive group discussions with gentle exercises, the organization reduces fear of falling and increases physical activity in older adults because education builds confidence and gradual movement improves balance and self-efficacy.
- Inclusive Community Integration for Individuals with Disabilitiesmethodology: community_integration_modelBy using structured, community-integrated activities and respite programming, the organization promotes independence, social skill development, and physical fitness among individuals with disabilities because inclusion in shared community spaces fosters belonging, reduces isolation, and supports functional growth.
- Play-Based Holistic Child Developmentmethodology: play_based_learningBy using play-based, age-appropriate activities that integrate social-emotional learning and HEPA standards, the organization supports cognitive, physical, and emotional development in children because playful engagement creates a low-pressure, high-participation environment conducive to school readiness and lifelong healthy habits.
- Youth Development Through Values-Based Programmingmethodology: values-based_holistic_developmentBy integrating YMCA core values—caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility—into recreational and athletic programming, the organization fosters holistic youth development because these values serve as a foundation for character building, social-emotional growth, and long-term behavioral change.