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COLUMBIA GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB INC

CLAVERACK, NY · EIN 140576895 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE N6AZ · Recreation & Sports · Medium ($1M-$10M) · columbiagolf.org
revenue
$2.2M
expenses
$2.0M
net assets
$1.9M
employees
61
volunteers
8
mission · from form 990

OPERATION OF COUNTRY CLUB

profile · synthesized from sources

Columbia Golf & Country Club operates a private 18-hole golf course and country club in Claverack, NY, serving members since 1919. The club offers golf, tennis, pickleball, swimming, and dining amenities in a scenic parkland setting with views of the Catskill Mountains. It emphasizes a full-service member experience with a restaurant, practice facilities, and social events.

named programs · 4 · from sources

What they call their work

Golf Program
18-hole parkland-style golf course with tree-lined fairways, undulating greens, and a full practice facility including driving range and short game area; lessons and clinics offered by club professionals
Swimming Program
Seasonal access to an expansive swimming pool with lounge chairs, umbrellas, playground, picnic tables, and food service from The Grillroom
Tennis and Pickleball Program
Two well-maintained courts available throughout the season with equipment available for loan; open to members and guests
The Grillroom
On-site restaurant offering fresh, local Americana cuisine in a welcoming atmosphere with indoor and covered patio dining; serves members and guests
activities · 7 groups

What they do

  • Amateur and Professional Golf Tournament Hosting 3 activities
    • Administer seasonal golf competitions with scoring systems and prizes
      Manages season-long competitions such as the Player of the Year program for men and the Ringers, Birdies, and Chip-Ins Tournament for women, which uses composite scoring and awards cash prizes in mid-September. Also runs a mixed-gender knockout tournament starting with 64 players in May and concluding in September.
    • Conduct member-guest and team-based golf tournaments
      Hosts annual multi-day Member-Guest tournaments and Member-Member Championships featuring handicapped 2-person teams competing across multiple 9-hole matches, culminating in flight playoffs. Also organizes team competitions like the CGCC Women’s Solheim Cup and inter-club Ryder Cup-style events as part of the Player of the Year program.
    • Host golf leagues and tournaments for members by gender and skill level
      Runs weekly men's and women's golf leagues during the season, including Wednesday evening matches with post-game dinners for men and 9- or 18-hole rounds for women of all skill levels. Organizes competitive events such as stroke play, match play, and handicap-flight championships for seniors and other members, particularly over Labor Day weekend.
  • Country Club Golf Instruction and Facilities 2 activities
    • Operate a pro shop with golf apparel, equipment, and club services
      Sells golf apparel, equipment, and accessories for men and women through an on-site pro shop. Offers club fitting using advanced technology and provides repair services for golf clubs.
    • Provide golf instruction, clinics, and player development programs
      Offers private golf lessons in packages of six half-hour ($275) or one-hour ($450) sessions covering chipping, putting, bunker play, and full-swing techniques. Conducts junior golf clinics to engage younger family members and mini clinics for women led by the club’s golf professional.
  • Charity Golf Tournament Fundraiser 1 activity
    • Host charity and fundraising golf events
      Organizes the annual President’s Charity Tournament over Memorial Day weekend, which raises funds for local charities selected by the Board with input from members.
  • Seasonal Swimming Pool Operations 1 activity
    • Manage a seasonal swimming pool with family amenities and food service
      Operates a lifeguard-attended swimming pool seasonally from Memorial Day through Labor Day, with extended hours in peak summer. The pool area includes lounge chairs, umbrellas, toys, a playground, picnic tables, and on-site food and beverage service for members and guests.
  • Private Club Dining Services 1 activity
    • Operate a restaurant with farm-to-table dining for members and guests
      Runs The Grillroom, a restaurant offering fresh, locally sourced Americana cuisine with indoor and covered patio seating. Provides food and drink service to members and guests, including at the pool and during special events like cigar nights.
  • Private Golf Course Operations 1 activity
    • Operate an 18-hole golf course and practice facilities for members and guests
      Manages an 18-hole golf course in Claverack, NY, with ongoing maintenance including recent upgrades such as a new tee box on hole 14 to standardize it as a par 4. Provides a full practice facility with three-tiered grass hitting areas, six target greens (75–325 yards), and a short game area with two greenside bunkers for shots within 60 yards.
  • Racquet Sports Facility and Programming 1 activity
    • Operate tennis and pickleball courts with shared use and equipment access
      Maintains two tennis courts available from April through October, equipped with four pickleball nets allowing simultaneous play. Provides paddles and balls for member use, supporting both recreational and organized play.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$2.18M
Contributions & grants$1.28M59%
Program service revenue$873K40%
Investment income$28K1%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$1.99M
Program expenses
Admin / overhead
Fundraising
Salaries & benefits$940K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$3.11M
Cash$833K
Investments$0
Liabilities$1.21M
Net assets$1.90M
Liquid reserves5.0 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +14.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 5
  • FRANCIS GAVIN — BOARD MEMBER
  • GARY SIEGEL — BOARD MEMBER
  • JEFFREY LENNOX — BOARD MEMBER
  • LAWRENCE RUTKOWSKI — BOARD MEMBER
  • NICOLETTE SACCO-BROWN — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 8

Who they work with

  • Board Government — Board selects local charities for the President’s Charity Tournament based on member recommendations.
  • Callaway Partner — Steven Simeon is a staff member for Callaway, indicating an equipment or instructional partnership.
  • GINN Golf Properties Partner — Steven Simeon worked with GINN Golf Properties to support the setup of professional golf tournaments.
  • Lisa Thurin Partner — Business Office contact for membership inquiries and application processing.
  • Pro Shop Partner — Manages court reservations and provides paddles and balls for pickleball players.
  • Steven Simeon Partner — Golf Professional providing instruction at Columbia Golf & Country Club
  • Steven Simeon Partner — Head Golf Professional offering services and products through the Pro Shop.
  • neighboring clubs Partner — Participates in inter-club Ryder Cup-style competitions with neighboring clubs.
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 Engagement Through Format Flexibility
    methodology: inclusive_golf_format
    By offering varied game formats, flexible rounds, and scramble tournaments, the club increases participation across skill levels because reducing competitive pressure and adapting structure fosters accessibility and sustained member involvement.
  • Personalized Instruction Model
    methodology: personalized-instruction
    By tailoring golf instruction to individual swings and using technology to reinforce understanding, the club produces lasting skill development because personalized feedback increases player engagement and retention of technique.
  • Social Connection as Core Experience
    methodology: social_engagement_through_shared_activities
    By integrating shared meals with short-format matches and maintaining a private, family-oriented environment, the club strengthens member retention because social bonding through recurring shared activities deepens attachment to the club.