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BINGHAMTON-BROOME COUNTY YMCA
BINGHAMTON, NY · EIN 150532282 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE P27Z · Human Services · Medium ($1M-$10M) · ymcabroome.org
revenue
$3.0M
expenses
$3.3M
net assets
$1.0M
employees
190
volunteers
183
program ratio
88%
mission · from form 990

THE BROOME COUNTY YMCA IS A PUBLIC CHARITY THAT INCLUDES MEN, WOMEN, AND CHILDREN OF ALL AGES, ABILITIES, INCOME, RACES, AND RELIGIONS. OUR MISSION IS: TO PUT CHRISTIAN PRINCIPLES INTO PRACTICE THROUGH PROGRAMS THAT BUILD HEALTHY SPIRIT, MIND AND BODY FOR ALL.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Binghamton-Broome County YMCA is a nonprofit organization serving individuals and families in Broome County, NY. It provides youth development, childcare, health and wellness programs, and supportive housing for homeless men. Rooted in Christian principles, the YMCA offers fitness, education, and social services to people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, with financial assistance available to ensure accessibility.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024

What they reported doing

  1. #1 primary $925K
    YOUTH DEVELOPMENT & CHILDCARE - THE BROOME COUNTY YMCA YOUTH, TEEN, AND FAMILY PROGRAMS GIVE CHILDREN POSITIVE ROLE MODELS TO HELP THEM DEVELOP SELF-ESTEEM AND GOOD VALUES, INCLUDING COOPERATION, RESPECT, GOOD CITIZENSHIP, AND STRONG WORK ETHIC. YMCA FAMILY PROGRAMS ALLOW FAMILIES AN OPPORTUNITY TO LEARN AND GROW TOGETHER IN A NON COMPETITIVE ENVIRONMENT. THE BROOME COUNTY YMCA DAY CAMP PROVIDES A LASTING EXPERIENCE OF PERSONAL ENRICHMENT. CAMP OFFERS ADVENTURE AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES THAT PROVIDE A CHALLENGE AND PROMOTE MENTAL DEVELOPMENT, PHYSICAL WELL BEING, SOCIAL GROWTH, AND CAPABILITIES. THE YMCA PROVIDES HIGH QUALITY CHILD CARE BY OFFERING COMPREHENSIVE ACTIVITIES FOR INFANT, PRESCHOOL AND SCHOOL AGE CHILDREN. THE PROGRAMS ATTRACT AND SERVE ALL MEMBERS OF OUR DIVERSE COMMUNITY. YOUTH AQUATIC PROGRAM HELP CHILDREN ADJUST TO THE AQUATIC ENVIRONMENT MAKING THEM SAFE IN THE WATER AND TEACH LIFE LONG SKILLS. YMCA FAMILY PROGRAMS ALLOW FAMILIES AN OPPORTUNITY TO LEARN AND GROW TOGETHER IN A NON COMPETITIVE ENVIRONMENT. WOVEN INTO THE FABRIC OF THE YMCA MISSION IS A COMMITMENT TO STRENGTHENING FAMILIES. WE PROVIDE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO ALL IN NEED.
  2. #2 $799K
    HOUSING & HOMELESS SERVICES - THE BROOME COUNTY YMCA OFFERS HOUSING ON A TRANSITIONAL AND TEMPORARY BASIS FOR LOW INCOME AND HOMELESS MEN. THE PURPOSE IS TO PROVIDE A WHOLESOME, SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT, TO ASSIST AND IMPROVE THE BASIC LIVING SKILLS OF OUR CLIENTS. A VARIETY OF SERVICES THAT INCLUDE ADVISING, RECREATIONAL, AND INTERVENTIONAL ARE PROVIDED TO THE MEN. MANY OF OUR RESIDENTS ARE INVOLVED IN DRUG AND ALCOHOL COUNSELING AND THE YMCA MAINTAINS A DRUG AND ALCOHOL FREE ENVIRONMENT TO LIVE IN. THE YMCA OFFERS SAFE, CLEAN, NO COST SHELTER FOR ADULT MALES 18 YEARS OF AGE AND OVER. SUPPORT SERVICES ARE AVAILABLE FOR ALL INDIVIDUALS SO THEY CAN GET BACK ON THEIR FEET AND BECOME PRODUCTIVE MEMBERS OF SOCIETY AGAIN.
named programs · 5 · from sources

What they call their work

Code Blue
Emergency shelter program providing safe nightly stays for individuals experiencing chronic homelessness who have no other housing options.
Healthy Living
Offers fitness facilities, group exercise classes (e.g., Zumba, Pilates, aqua fitness), wellness coaching, and chronic disease prevention programs to support physical and mental well-being for all ages.
Livestrong at the YMCA
Evidence-based program offering cancer survivors free fitness and wellness support to improve strength, reduce fatigue, and build community through structured exercise and peer support.
YMCA Supportive Housing Program
Provides transitional and temporary housing for low-income and homeless men, with access to case management, life skills support, and a drug-free environment to help residents regain stability.
Youth Development & Childcare
Provides childcare, day camp, and youth programs including swim lessons and family activities that promote self-esteem, values, and personal growth for infants, school-age children, and teens.
activities · 10 groups

What they do

  • School and School-Community Events 1 activity
    • Community engagement and family events
      Hosts family-oriented events such as the Ties and Tiaras Family Dance, Father’s Day celebrations, and national initiatives like Campfire Across America, which includes reflection activities, storytelling, and symbolic campfire experiences like solar s'mores for summer campers.
  • Back-to-School Supply Distribution 1 activity
    • Donation and supply drives
      Conducts annual donation drives including a Back-to-School Supply Drive to collect and distribute new school supplies to local students and drives to support men in the YMCA Supportive Housing program.
  • Facility-Based Service Delivery 1 activity
    • Facility operations
      Operates three facilities located at 61 Susquehanna St in Binghamton, NY; 740 Main St in Johnson City, NY; and 1 Otsiningo Park in Binghamton, NY, serving as hubs for program delivery and community access.
  • Summer Camp Access Scholarships 1 activity
    • Financial assistance and membership support
      Provides financial assistance to hundreds of individuals annually, enabling participation in YMCA programs and memberships, and offers discounted access to swim lessons, camps, youth and adult sports, and other programs.
  • Fitness Training and Group Exercise Programs 1 activity
    • Holistic health and wellness programs
      Offers group exercise classes including indoor cycling, Zumba, Pilates, and water exercise, as well as wellness initiatives focused on disease prevention, active lifestyle, nutrition, and stress management to support physical, mental, and spiritual health.
  • Cancer Peer Support & Wellness Programs 1 activity
    • LIVESTRONG at the YMCA program
      Provides a free, 12-week, small-group physical activity and wellness program for cancer survivors to improve physical fitness, reduce fatigue, and access emotional and peer support in a safe environment.
  • Competitive and Learn-to-Swim Programs 1 activity
    • Lifeguard training and aquatic safety certification
      Offers American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification training covering lifeguarding skills, CPR/AED, and first aid. Employs and trains members to become certified lifeguards and instructors for swim lessons and aqua fitness classes.
  • Supportive and Emergency Housing Services 1 activity
    • Supportive housing and shelter services
      Operates a supportive housing program for up to 90 low-income and homeless adult males aged 18 and over, providing transitional and temporary housing with case management, on-site laundry, computer lab access, and life skills counseling in a drug- and alcohol-free environment. Also operates the Code Blue program, offering safe nightly stays for individuals facing chronic homelessness who cannot access help elsewhere.
  • Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
    • Youth development and childcare programs
      Provides day camp, family activities, and aquatic safety instruction for infants, preschool, and school-age children to promote mental, physical, and social development. Offers youth sports, swim lessons, camps, and father-child events as part of holistic youth programming.
  • Youth Counselor-in-Training Programs 1 activity
    • Youth volunteer and leadership development programs
      Offers a teen swim assistant program for volunteers starting at age 13 and a camp counselor in training program for volunteers starting at age 15 to build leadership skills and community engagement among youth.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$3.04M
Contributions & grants$883K29%
Program service revenue$2.09M69%
Investment income$4K0%
Other revenue$64K
expenses
Total expenses$3.26M
Program expenses88%
Admin / overhead11%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$1.99M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$3.45M
Cash$676K
Investments$0
Liabilities$2.40M
Net assets$1.05M
Liquid reserves2.5 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +1.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
Gareth Sansom EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 40 $188K
board members · 11
  • Beau BRINSKO — Director
  • CODY MILLER — TREASURER
  • Clark Giblin — PRESIDENT
  • DEREK RUSSELL — Director
  • FERRIS LEBOUS — VICE PRESIDENT
  • JOEL PATCH — Director
  • MARK FREIJE — Director
  • MIKE PETCOSKY — SECRETARY
  • ROB WARHOLIC — Director
  • SAMANTHA WYATT — Director
  • SAMUEL BLAKELY — DIRECTOR
relationships · 7

Who they work with

  • American Red Cross Partner — Partners with the American Red Cross to deliver lifeguard certification.
  • Broome County Network — Operates as the Broome County YMCA, indicating formal alignment with the local community under the YMCA network.
  • Department of Social Services Partner — Refers individuals to the YMCA Supportive Housing Program.
  • Livestrong Foundation Partner — Collaborates on the implementation of the Livestrong at the YMCA program for cancer survivors.
  • Volunteer Coordinator Partner — Staff member coordinating volunteer engagement and opportunities
  • West Family Partner — Collaborates on membership access and group exercise offerings at shared facilities.
  • Ys across the country Network — Participated in Campfire Across America alongside Ys in all 50 states as part of a national network.
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.

  • Holistic Health Integration
    methodology: holistic_health
    By addressing physical, mental, and spiritual well-being together in program design, the YMCA produces more comprehensive health improvements because health is treated as an interconnected system rather than isolated domains.
  • Low-Barrier Access and Financial Inclusion
    methodology: financial_inclusion
    By removing financial and contractual barriers through sliding-scale fees, financial assistance, and no long-term commitments, the YMCA increases program access and retention because reduced risk and economic inclusion enable broader participation.
  • Peer-Supported Recovery Model
    methodology: evidence-based peer-supported recovery
    By combining evidence-based programming with peer-supported group dynamics, the YMCA enhances physical and emotional recovery for cancer survivors because shared experience builds trust, accountability, and emotional resilience.
  • Personalized Wellness Pathways
    methodology: personalized_wellness
    By tailoring wellness programs to individual needs and journeys, the YMCA fosters greater engagement and sustainable health outcomes because personal relevance increases motivation and adherence.
  • Supportive Housing with Purpose-Building Components
    methodology: housing_with_employment
    By combining transitional housing with employment opportunities and essential supplies, the YMCA supports long-term stability and personal renewal because housing stability paired with purpose and dignity reduces recidivism and fosters self-efficacy.