irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $26KMEMBERSHIP SERVICES - THE MEMBERSHIP PROGRAM PROVIDES MEMBERSHIPS TO TEAMS AND INDIVIDUALS THAT ALLOW THEM TO COMPETE IN SANCTIONED EVENTS, RECEIVE ACCIDENTAL INSURANCE COVERAGE WHILE PLAYING, BECOME ELIGIBLE FOR GRANTS, ACCESS PLAYER RESOURCES AND TRAINING, JOIN A BROAD PLAYER COMMUNITY, AND HAVE A VOICE IN THE FUTURE OF THE SPORT THROUGH OPINION POLLS AND SURVEYS.
- #2 $12KUS NATIONAL TEAM - SEVERAL USQ PROGRAMS INCLUDE KEY EDUCATION AND OUTREACH COMPONENTS. THIS INCLUDES YOUTH OUTREACH AND PLAY OPPORTUNITIES, EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES AND CERTIFICATION FOR GAME OFFICIALS, CERTIFICATION FOR TOURNAMENT DIRECTORS, GENERAL SPORT OUTREACH, AND THE US NATIONAL TEAM, WHICH REPRESENTS THE UNITED STATES IN INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION.
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Collegiate Growth Program
Supports recruitment and retention of college quadball teams through regional coordinators, marketing, intramural development, and fundraising assistance.
Events Program
Organizes and supports sanctioned tournaments and events, including the US Quadball Cup, with planning and logistics managed by staff and volunteers.
Membership Program
Provides memberships to teams and individuals, enabling participation in sanctioned events, access to insurance, player resources, training, and eligibility for grants.
US National Team
Represents the United States in international quadball competitions and includes educational and outreach components such as youth play opportunities and official certification.
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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LGBTQ+ Cultural Competency & Community Education 1 activity
- Advances LGBTQIA+ inclusion and safe spaces in sportConducts advocacy at USQ-hosted events by partnering with local LGBTQIA+ centers and fostering inclusive, safe environments for participants and spectators as part of its commitment to equity in sport.
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Youth and Community Sports Officiating Development 1 activity
- Certifies officials, coaches, and tournament directorsProvides certification and training programs for game officials, coaches, and tournament directors to ensure consistent standards and professional development across the sport.
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Strategic Planning and Organizational Development 1 activity
- Develops long-term strategic planning with stakeholder inputCompleted the 2026–2036 Strategic Plan through collaborative input from staff, volunteers, and members to guide the future of the organization and the sport.
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Golf Caddie and Junior Scholarships 1 activity
- Funds quadball program development through grantsOffers financial grants to support the growth and sustainability of quadball programs nationwide, enabling broader participation and organizational capacity at the local level.
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Community Cricket Development and Competition 1 activity
- Hosts national quadball competitions and championshipsOrganizes and hosts annual national-level quadball events including the US Quadball Cup, qualifiers, a national championship, and the inaugural USQ All Star Weekend featuring regional all-star and fantasy tournaments. These events bring together athletes and spectators from across the country and internationally.
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Interscholastic Athletic Governance 1 activity
- Manages regular season competition and tournament operationsSupervises and operates the regular season competition structure for quadball teams, including developing event bidding processes, gameplay procedures, and training materials to support sanctioned tournaments.
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Membership Program Administration 1 activity
- Provides membership and player support servicesOffers memberships to teams and individuals that include access to sanctioned events, accidental insurance, player resources, training materials, and opportunities to influence sport governance through surveys and input mechanisms.
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Amateur Sports Competition Programming 1 activity
- Supports youth and community engagement in quadballConducts youth outreach initiatives and play opportunities, supports team revitalization efforts such as at Boston University, and engages community members through volunteerism and participatory programming to grow the sport at the grassroots level.
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Uncategorized 4 activities
- Implements and enforces gender inclusion rules in gameplayRequires teams in the Club Competitive Division to field no more than three players of a single gender and at least two women-identifying players on the pitch, while other divisions follow a four-player gender maximum rule, as part of an intentional strategy to support women's representation in quadball.
- Operates the US National Team and developmental academyRuns the United States National Team in international competition, including participation in IQA World Cups and Pan-American Games, and manages the US National Team Developmental Academy (USNTDA) with training camps and international friendlies to cultivate future talent.
- Protects organizational branding and intellectual propertyRegistered the "USQ" trademark with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office to safeguard organizational identity and expand legal capacity to host official sporting events.
- Volunteer recognition and support during major eventsProvides free admission, meals, snacks, and service hour verification for volunteers who contribute at least 10 hours during the US Quadball Cup, supporting event operations and fulfilling academic or team service requirements.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$300K
Contributions & grants$157K52%
Program service revenue$128K43%
Investment income$2K1%
Other revenue$13K
expenses
Total expenses$237K
Program expenses67%
Admin / overhead32%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$57K
Grants paid out$7K
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$97K
Cash$96K
Investments$0
Liabilities$36K
Net assets$61K
Liquid reserves4.9 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -22.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| MEGAN ANDERSON | SENIOR DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP AND EVENTS | 40 | $31K |
| ASHLEY COLLIER | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER | 40 | $24K |
board members · 5
- BERNARDO BERGES — CHAIR
- CLAY DOCKERY — TREASURER
- JOSH DUNNING — BOARD MEMBER
- KRISTIN LADIA — SECRETARY
- XIXI LU — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 14
Who they work with
- Amazon Partner — Hosts US Quadball's equipment storefront for recommended gear.
- Boston University Partner — Coached and revitalized the Boston University quadball program.
- Breakmark Partner — Official Uniform Sponsor of the US National Team.
- Collegiate Growth Department Partner — Department within US Quadball responsible for regional outreach and team development in college quadball.
- Collegiate Growth Department Partner — Internal department supporting the development and expansion of college and club quadball teams.
- Creighton Cup Partner — Hosts or participates in the Creighton Cup, an event featuring quadball teams and celebrations of competition.
- International Quadball Association Network — National member of the International Quadball Association and competes in its events, including the IQA World Cup and IQA Pan-American Games.
- Kobe Kendall Partner — Life partner and husband of USQ Executive Assistant Erin Moreno, whose experiences with gender identity are shared in a published article by US Quadball
- LGBTQIA+ centers Partner — Collaborates with local LGBTQIA+ centers in areas where USQ-hosted events take place to support advocacy efforts.
- Major League Quadball Partner — Collaborates with Major League Quadball on all-star programming during USQ All Star Weekend.
- Middlebury College Partner — Co-founded the sport of quadball in 2005 through the initiative of students Xander Manshel and Alex Benepe.
- US National Team Network — Represents the United States in international competition under the organization's programs.
- USQ Network — Implements Title 9 ¾ policies to promote gender equity and inclusion in quadball competitions.
- University of Miami Partner — Alumni and organizational leadership connection through former play and board service; referenced as a key collegiate quadball program.
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.
- Community-Driven Growth and Sustainable Developmentmethodology: sustainable_community_growthBy combining community engagement in strategic planning with investments in regional ecosystems and campus-based pipelines, we ensure sustainable growth of quadball, because empowering local stakeholders and building structured development pathways increases retention, participation, and long-term organizational resilience.
- Equity-Centered Sport Leadership and Inclusion Frameworkmethodology: dei-pillars-frameworkBy organizing DEI efforts around defined pillars—such as Equity, Inclusion, Safety, and Leadership—we institutionalize inclusive practices across the sport, because a structured, values-driven framework ensures consistent progress toward equity and accountability in governance and programming.
- Gender Equity Through Inclusive Team Compositionmethodology: gender_equity_through_player_limitsBy implementing gender-based player limits and inclusive policy design, we promote equitable participation and competitive balance in quadball, because structuring teams around gender diversity ensures representation and belonging for transgender, non-binary, and cisgender athletes alike.