irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2025
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $9.08MYouth Development: Our YMCA is committed to nurturing the potential of every child and teen in Central New York. From cradle to career, the Y empowers young people to lead inspired, successful lives. Child care and early learning programs at the Y focus on comprehensively nurturing child development by building foundational skills, fostering healthy relationships and boosting self-reliance, all in a safe and supportive environment. Our leadership and academic enrichment programs throughout Onondaga County help thousands of young people build the skills and confidence not only to reach their potential, but to enact positive change in their communities. From gaining confidence to fostering positive relationships, sports and play at the Y are about building lifelong, healthy habits from the inside out. Camps at the Y offer kids countless opportunities to laugh, learn, lead and make lasting friendships.
- #2 $991KSocial Responsibility: Our Y believes our communities are strongest when everyone is included and has the opportunity to reach their full potential. We welcome and connect people of all generations, backgrounds and perspectives, and we've been committed to addressing issues that people face to create positive change since 1858. We work to provide kids, families and our community with the resources and opportunities they need to learn, grow and thrive. Through our programs, we deliver training, resources and support which empowers our neighbors to effect change, bridge gaps and overcome obstacles. At our Downtown Men's Residence, we provide counseling, subsidized housing, and other support services to men in transition. Our Downtown Senior Center provides subsidized housing to senior citizens and people with disabilities. Our Access & Ability services ensure that more people, regardless of ability, can access our programming. Our Y on the Fly and 1115 Medicaid Waiver initiatives continue to lower barriers to access support. Through our 2025 Annual Campaign and other fundraising efforts, donors provided over $680k in support of our cause.
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Camps at the Y
Offers day and overnight camp options with trained counselors to deliver meaningful experiences for children.
Child Care and Early Learning
Provides safe, supportive environments for child development, focusing on foundational skills, healthy relationships, and self-reliance.
Group Exercise Classes
Offers fitness programs including cycling, strength training, water fitness, yoga, and martial arts-inspired workouts for all ages and fitness levels across multiple YMCA locations.
Social Responsibility
Provides counseling, subsidized housing, and support services at the Downtown Men's Residence and Downtown Senior Center; includes Access & Ability services and Safety Around Water program.
Youth Development
Offers child care, early learning, academic enrichment, sports, camps, and leadership programs for children and teens in Central New York.
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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Fitness Training and Group Exercise Programs 2 activities
- Offering group fitness and aquatic exercise classes for adults and older adultsProvides a wide range of group fitness classes including water-based and land-based options such as Aqua Abs, Aqua Therapy, Deep/Shallow Fusion, Hydro Running, Forever Fit, chair yoga, HIIT, Tabata, strength training, indoor cycling, and dance fitness. Programs are tailored for older adults and individuals with varying fitness levels, focusing on improving mobility, balance, cardiovascular health, and functional fitness.
- Providing lap swimming and adult swim programsOffers a lap swimming program for adults focused on improving fitness, swimming skills, and social interaction, with weekly structured workouts covering 1500 to 2000 yards across all four strokes. Provides a safe environment for swimmers of all abilities through scheduled lap swim times.
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Coached Athletic Training Programs 1 activity
- Delivering running and endurance training programsOffers ongoing 13-week group running sessions for beginner to intermediate participants with open enrollment, as well as flexible local training sessions accessible after registration. Provides structured workouts and coaching to support running development across fitness levels.
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Policy Advocacy & Research 1 activity
- Engaging in policy advocacy on societal issuesEngages in advocacy efforts to influence policies and initiatives addressing societal issues at both national and local levels.
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Community CPR and First Aid Training 1 activity
- Offering CPR, first aid, and lifeguarding training and certificationOffers training and certification courses in CPR, first aid, and lifeguarding to improve community safety and preparedness. These programs equip participants with life-saving skills and professional credentials.
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Low-Income Senior Housing Operations 1 activity
- Operating adult and senior support programs including housing and social engagementProvides subsidized housing and support services to men in transition at the Downtown Men's Residence and offers subsidized housing to senior citizens and people with disabilities through the Downtown Senior Center. Also provides social engagement opportunities such as trips, clubs, seminars, and special events for older adults to build connections and support personal development.
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Youth Development Programs 1 activity
- Operating youth development programs including sports, camps, and academic enrichmentProvides child care, early learning, leadership development, academic enrichment, sports, and camp programs for youth in Onondaga County to support holistic development and build lifelong healthy habits. Includes coaching for sports teams, mentorship, and character-building activities that promote positive behaviors and educational attainment.
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Competitive and Learn-to-Swim Programs 1 activity
- Providing swim lessons and water safety instruction for childrenOffers swim lessons for children and teens focused on goal setting, achievement, water safety, and swimming as exercise. Includes the Safety Around Water program, which provides hands-on swim safety instruction to hundreds of Syracuse City School students annually and distributes hundreds of swimsuits to children from families in need.
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Youth Workforce Readiness Programs 1 activity
- Running teen volunteer and work experience programsOperates a teen volunteer and work program that provides on-the-job experience to more teens than any other employer in the area, supporting youth workforce development and leadership growth.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Delivering nutrition counseling and wellness servicesProvides no-cost one-on-one nutritional counseling through HUSK Registered Dietitians, covered by insurance, including individualized nutrition plans based on initial assessments. Offers a structured counseling package with intake, 60-minute session, and 30-minute follow-up focused on behavior change and chronic disease prevention.
- Facilitating program registration and participant communicationUses a reservation system to manage class attendance and communicate updates to participants, while also requiring swim lesson assessments for new participants before registration to ensure appropriate placement.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$28.33M
Contributions & grants$4.96M18%
Program service revenue$22.97M81%
Investment income$226K1%
Other revenue$169K
expenses
Total expenses$26.14M
Program expenses88%
Admin / overhead9%
Fundraising3%
Salaries & benefits$17.80M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$47.16M
Cash$7.70M
Investments$2.86M
Liabilities$17.10M
Net assets$30.06M
Liquid reserves4.8 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue +4.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
paid leadership · 7
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| Josh Royce | Chief Executive Officer | 40 | $286K |
| Anne G Hawkes | Chief Financial Officer | 40 | $227K |
| Cheryl Pusztai | District Vice President | 40 | $187K |
| Penny Snell | Senior Vice President Program Development & Growth | 40 | $175K |
| Stefanie Noble | VP of Marketing and Communications | 40 | $137K |
| Tiffany Way | Controller | 40 | $136K |
| Andrew Logue | Chief People & Culture Officer | 40 | $128K |
board members · 18
- BJ Adigun — 1st Vice Chair
- Colette Matthews Carter — Director
- Diane Crawford — Director
- Dr Amy Tucker — Director
- Eric Derachio Jackson — Director
- Geoffrey Wells — Treasurer
- Jennifer Anninos — 2nd Vice Chair
- Julie Mann — Board Chair & CVO
- Kenyon Black — Secretary
- Maarten Jacobs — Director
- Matthew Eaton — Director
- Matthew Paulus — Director
- Matthew Roberson — Director
- Michael Collins — Director
- Paula Mallory Engel — Director
- Robert Markowski — Director
- Subhash Viswanathan — Director
- Tracy Caryl — Director
relationships · 11
Who they work with
- ASHI Partner — Collaborates on CPR, first aid, oxygen, and wilderness first aid certification courses.
- American Heart Association Partner — Partners on BLS and CPR certification courses.
- American Red Cross Partner — Collaborates on CPR, first aid, and lifeguarding certification courses.
- Downtown Men's Residence Partner — Provides counseling, subsidized housing, and support services to men in transition.
- Downtown Senior Center Partner — Provides subsidized housing to senior citizens and people with disabilities.
- GroupExPro Partner — Technology partner used for class registration and scheduling
- HUSK Wellness Partner — Partners with HUSK Wellness to provide no-cost, insurance-covered nutritional counseling through Registered Dietitians.
- Les Mills Partner — Partners with Les Mills to deliver branded group fitness programs including BODYCOMBAT, BODYBALANCE, and RPM.
- Say Yes to Education Partner — Partner in creating the Safety Around Water program to reduce swim-related fatalities among minority youth
- Syracuse City School District Partner — Collaborates to deliver the Safety Around Water program to students
- Y-USA Network — Member of national YMCA network; receives Swim Access Grants to support inclusive swim programming
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.
- Inclusive, Age-Appropriate Programming for Lifelong Healthy Livingmethodology: lifespan_inclusion_modelBy tailoring fitness and wellness programs to specific age groups and skill levels—with trained staff and scalable modifications—the YMCA increases accessibility, safety, and sustained engagement because participants are more likely to persist when activities match their physical needs and abilities.
- Three-Pillar Community Impact Modelmethodology: three_pillar_modelBy simultaneously advancing youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, the YMCA strengthens communities because these interconnected domains create a reinforcing cycle of individual and collective well-being.
- Youth Development Through Structured Mentorship and Sportsmethodology: youth_development_modelBy integrating sports and mentorship with character education, the YMCA fosters personal growth, leadership, and positive life choices in youth because structured, supportive environments build resilience and long-term success. This theory is reinforced by the "cradle to career" belief in sustained developmental support from childhood through adolescence.