named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
2K Fun Run/Walk
Family-friendly 2-kilometer event held concurrently with the 10K race, open to participants of all ages and abilities.
Elite Athlete Program
Supports elite runners with housing, travel assistance, and prize money eligibility based on qualifying times, requiring USA citizenship and USATF membership.
Great Cow Harbor 10K Race
Annual 10-kilometer road race in Northport, NY, featuring elite athletes and amateur runners, with a staggered start system designed for safety and efficiency.
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Organized Running and Triathlon Events 7 activities
- Distribute awards and host post-race ceremoniesDistributes awards and prize money to the top 10 male and female finishers, hosts an in-person awards ceremony at the gazebo to announce top finishers and distribute overall and age group awards, and conducts a post-ceremony raffle for runners with race stubs requiring winners to be present to claim prizes.
- Host 2K fun run/walkOrganizes a 1.2-mile non-competitive fun run/walk through Northport Village as part of Cow Harbor Weekend, with participation limited to 750 individuals.
- Host race packet pickup and expoHosts in-person race packet pickup at William J Brosnan School and organizes a race expo attended by approximately 5,000 runners to engage with fitness, wellness, and gear vendors.
- Organize and host annual 10K raceHosts an annual in-person 10-kilometer race with a maximum capacity of 5,000 participants, including elite men's and women's divisions with recorded results and prize money for top finishers; also conducted a virtual 10K race in 2020 when in-person events were not feasible.
- Provide digital race photosMakes digital finisher and split photos available within hours of the race, including print-quality photos taken just before the finish clock.
- Recruit and manage volunteersEngages volunteers for race-related activities before and on race day through an online sign-up system.
- Support elite athletes with housing and transportationProvides housing for elite athletes through a local host family program and arranges transportation from host families to the race site and back to the airport after the event.
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Charitable Grantmaking to Specific Causes 1 activity
- Fund local nonprofit organizationsProvides funding support to the Special Olympics and local organizations including the Northwell Health Foundation, the Ecumenical Lay Council Food Pantry, Save the Sound, the Northport American Legion Post 694, and the Lewis Oliver Farm Sanctuary.
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Student and Camp Transportation Services 1 activity
- Provide race logistics and support servicesOperates shuttle bus service using 18 school buses to transport runners between Northport High School and the race start/finish areas, and provides baggage drop service using UPS trucks located near the start and finish lines on race day.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$344K
Contributions & grants$79K23%
Program service revenue$258K75%
Investment income$8K2%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$320K
Program expenses93%
Admin / overhead7%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$67K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$205K
Cash$123K
Investments$82K
Liabilities$0
Net assets$205K
Liquid reserves7.7 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +14.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 3
- HARVEY SUSSMAN — OPERATING OF
- RICH BOZIWICK — FINANCIAL OF
- RONALD MATUZA — EXECUTIVE OF
relationships · 13
Who they work with
- Ecumenical Lay Council Food Pantry Partner — Recipient of support from the Great Cow Harbor 10K Run and 2K Fun Run/Walk.
- Island Photo Partner — Photography partner that hosts race photos online.
- Lewis Oliver Farm Sanctuary Partner — Recipient of support from the Great Cow Harbor 10K Run and 2K Fun Run/Walk.
- Northport American Legion Post 694 Partner — Recipient of support from the Great Cow Harbor 10K Run and 2K Fun Run/Walk.
- Northwell Health Foundation Partner — Recipient of support from the Great Cow Harbor 10K Run and 2K Fun Run/Walk.
- Save the Sound Partner — Recipient of support from the Great Cow Harbor 10K Run and 2K Fun Run/Walk.
- Special Olympics Partner — Beneficiary of funds raised through the 10-kilometer race.
- Special Olympics Partner — Recipient of support from the Great Cow Harbor 10K Run and 2K Fun Run/Walk.
- UPS Partner — Provides trucks for baggage drop service at the start and finish areas of the race.
- UPS Partner — Provides trucks for baggage drop service at the start and finish lines.
- USATF Government — Requires elite athletes to hold current USATF membership for eligibility.
- William J Brosnan School Partner — Host site for race packet pickup and number collection.
- YES Network Partner — Media partner that airs race highlights in October.
strategies · 4
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.
- Event-Based Fundraising for Charitable Causesmethodology: event-based_fundraisingBy hosting a high-profile running event, the organization generates financial support for charitable causes through participant registration and community engagement, leveraging athletic participation as a mechanism for fundraising.
- Host Family Program for Athlete Integrationmethodology: host_family_programBy placing elite athletes with local host families, the organization fosters community connections and provides cost-effective accommodations, enhancing both athlete experience and community involvement.
- Inclusive Community Participation Modelmethodology: community-participationBy offering non-competitive running and walking options, the organization promotes broad community inclusion, enabling diverse participants to engage regardless of athletic ability.
- Performance-Based Support Allocationmethodology: performance-based_support_allocationBy allocating housing and travel support based on qualifying performance times, the organization prioritizes higher-performing athletes, aiming to attract and retain elite participation that enhances event competitiveness and prestige.