named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Club Cruise
Annual multi-day raft-up and social event in locations such as Three Mile Harbor and Block Island, featuring potluck dinners and member-hosted gatherings.
Commodore’s Cup & Dinner
Annual day race exclusively for SYC members followed by a celebratory dinner and social event.
Sailing Awards Dinner
Annual event celebrating the conclusion of the sailing season with members, crews, and guests.
Skeet Shooting Program
Winter skeet shooting program with safety-focused, conservation-minded practices including steel shot and biodegradable clays, offering regular matches and inter-club competitions.
Wednesday Night Racing
Weekly evening sailing races held in two 10-week series (Spring and Summer) within Oyster Bay and Cold Spring Harbor, open to all members with post-race social gatherings at the club.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Recreational Boating and Sailing Programs 1 activity
- Facilitating sailing education and race operations trainingOffers an annual racing orientation and rules seminar to educate members on registration and the Racing Rules of Sailing. Provides opportunities for members to join the race committee with no prior experience required, supporting capacity building in event management and race operations.
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Private Social and Recreational Clubs 1 activity
- Operating a members-only yacht club with recreational and social programmingProvides year-round recreational activities including winter skeet shooting, summer sailing, fishing programs, junior sailing, family social events, and private member events. The club is family-friendly and located in Oyster Bay, New York, offering structured programming for members of all ages and interests.
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Shooting Sports Training and Safety 1 activity
- Operating a skeet shooting program with safety and environmental protocolsRuns a winter skeet shooting program featuring regular club matches and inter-club competitions using remote-controlled trap machines. Requires mandatory safety courses for new participants and uses steel shot with biodegradable clay targets; employs a custom boom system to collect spent wads and reduce environmental impact on Oyster Bay.
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Private Club Dining Services 1 activity
- Providing dining, bar, and catering services to membersOffers seasonal dining on Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, including takeout lunch, dinner service, and bar access. Provides year-round catering for private events, along with gluten-free, vegan, and personalized meal options prepared by an on-site chef.
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Uncategorized 3 activities
- Administering membership applications and approvalsReviews membership applications through a dedicated committee, conducting phone screenings, interviews, and sponsor verifications. Completed applications are referred to the board of trustees for final approval, with the process typically completed within 15 to 30 days.
- Hosting fishing tournaments and providing on-site fishing amenitiesHosts annual fishing events including the Striped Bass Tournament, Snapper Derby for children in July, and a Fluke Tournament. Offers full fishing support with a filet station, digital weight station, ice, dock access for boat cleaning, and on-site chef services to prepare daily catch upon request.
- Managing marina facilities and guest mooringsOperates deep-water guest moorings rated by vessel size, charging $75 per night or $55 per day plus tax, and provides ship-to-shore launch service. Hosts visiting yachtsmen through reciprocal agreements with accredited yacht clubs and previously hosted large vessels such as the “Sea Cloud.” The marina was established under a lease agreement with the Town of Oyster Bay for $500 per year.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$616K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$706K115%
Investment income$190%
Other revenue$-90K
expenses
Total expenses$527K
Program expenses0%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$35K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$1.12M
Cash$412K
Investments$0
Liabilities$74K
Net assets$1.04M
Liquid reserves9.4 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +11.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 6
- JEFF FOX — COMMODORE
- JOHN HOBAN — PAST COMMODORE
- JONATHAN BLIND — REAR COMMODORE
- KAREN FAVATA — Treasurer
- LES GILLEN — VICE COMMODORE
- LINDSAY THORTON — Secretary
relationships · 15
Who they work with
- Bayville Partner — Hosts and participates in reciprocal inter-club skeet matches.
- Cold Spring Harbor Beach Club Partner — Participates jointly with Cold Spring Harbor Beach Club in the Dooley Roosevelt Regatta, a shared pursuit-format race.
- Dockwa Partner — Platform used for booking guest mooring reservations.
- Gregory Bradley Partner — Volunteer chair responsible for membership and sailing/racing programs.
- Hospitality@sagamoreyc.com Partner — Point of contact for member guests and private event coordination.
- Karen Favata Partner — Treasurer overseeing financial matters and member billing inquiries.
- Kristin Cerbo Partner — Bookkeeper managing monthly statements and billing.
- Lindsay Thornton Partner — Club Secretary handling member inquiries, resignations, and general communications.
- Matinecock Partner — Participates in scheduled inter-club skeet matches, including a Four Club Shoot.
- Mill River Partner — Hosts and participates in inter-club skeet competitions.
- Sea Cliff Partner — Engages in two-way competitive skeet matches with Sagamore Yacht Club.
- Seawanhaka Corinthian Yacht Club Partner — Cooperates with Seawanhaka Corinthian Yacht Club on shared regattas and cross-club racing events, including the Alfred Roosevelt Memorial Regatta and Race Back to Dinner.
- Town of Oyster Bay Government — Leased marina property to Sagamore Yacht Club for $500 per year.
- chef@sagamoreyc.com Partner — Point of contact for special dietary and nutritional requests.
- surrounding Fishing Clubs Partner — Collaborates with nearby fishing clubs by inviting them to participate in the annual Striped Bass Tournament.
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.
- Family-Centered, Inclusive Membership Modelmethodology: inclusive_family-oriented_membershipBy combining family-friendly programming with inclusive membership open to boaters and non-boaters, and maintaining a members-only environment assessed through a multi-stage review, the club builds a stable, intergenerational community because shared values and belonging enhance long-term engagement and social cohesion.
- Inclusive Participation in Racingmethodology: pursuit_format_inclusivityBy using pursuit-format races and ensuring all interested individuals can join crews, the club increases accessibility and engagement in racing activities because it removes competitive barriers and fosters a welcoming environment for novices and diverse participants.
- Member-Centered Experience Designmethodology: member-centered_menu_designBy designing menus based on member feedback and seasonal availability, and adjusting hospitality services seasonally, the club enhances satisfaction and inclusivity because responsiveness to member input and environmental conditions creates a personalized and adaptive experience.
- Safety-First Operational Culturemethodology: safety_first_protocolBy enforcing mandatory safety rules, cease-fire protocols, and required training, the club prevents firearm incidents during shooting activities because structured safety practices reduce human error and promote responsible behavior.