irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $227KTRAVEL SOCCER PROGRAM: TEAMS ARE FORMED, RECEIVE TRAINING AND COMPETE IN GAMES AND TOURNAMENTS GENERALLY BETWEEN AUGUST AND JUNE.
- #2 $45KINDOOR SOCCER PROGRAM: TEAM TRAINING, GAMES AND INDOOR TOURNAMENTS GENERALLY CONDUCTED BETWEEN NOVEMBER AND APRIL.
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
U10-U12 Academy
Player pathway program introducing foundational dribbling, passing, shooting, and basic principles of attacking and defending for players in the U10-U12 age group.
U12 Pre-Premier
Competitive training level emphasizing structured play, technical development, and transitional phases of the game for players preparing for higher-level competition.
U13-U19 Premier
High-level travel soccer program in the EDP League, focusing on tactical, physical, and mental development for committed players in the Capital Region and surrounding areas.
U8 Academy
Co-ed program for young players focusing on individual skill development, community, character, and commitment through US Soccer certified coaching.
activities · 1 group
What they do
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Youth Soccer Development Programs 8 activities
- Indoor soccer programOperates an indoor soccer program from November to April, offering team training, games, and indoor tournaments as part of player development during the winter months.
- Non-competitive youth soccer programProvides a less competitive, non-Pre-Premier level soccer program that delivers the same phases of technical and tactical training as the Pre-Premier level but with reduced time and commitment expectations, focusing on inclusive participation and skill development for players of all abilities.
- Player development and sportsmanship programEmphasizes player growth and development over winning, teaching youth aged 7 to 13 how to win and lose with integrity. The program promotes fair play, adherence to the Laws of the Game, positive coaching models, parent engagement in sportsmanship, and enforces a zero-tolerance policy for negative behavior toward referees, with disciplinary actions including removal from fields.
- Pre-Premier youth soccer programOffers a Pre-Premier level program for players with immersive competitive training, including structured technical development in ball mastery, attacking and defending strategies, and transitional play. The program provides approximately 90 training sessions from September through June, weekly goalkeeper-specific training, college symposium access, individual assessments, Beestera training, and covers costs for two indoor sessions per player.
- Professional coaching and training deliveryProvides coaching from professional staff with experience in college, high school, and club soccer to challenge players and teams across all levels, ensuring training is conducted in a safe and age-appropriate environment.
- Youth travel soccer program for U10-U12 playersProvides a structured academy program for U10-U12 players with approximately 90 training sessions annually from September through June, including weekly specialized goalkeeper training and Beestera training throughout the season. The program includes fall and spring competitive outdoor leagues and winter training at indoor facilities, with all participation costs covered.
- Youth travel soccer program for U14-U19 playersOffers a competitive travel soccer program for U14-U19 players with approximately 70 training sessions from November through June, including weekly specialized goalkeeper training, Beestera training, and college symposium events with individual player assessments. The program covers the cost of two indoor training sessions per player at Afrim’s facilities.
- Youth travel soccer program for U8 playersFields U8 travel teams that compete against top-level teams in the Capital area and Northeast, with approximately 80 training sessions annually from September through June, and coaching by US Soccer certified staff. The program begins with annual tryouts organized by age group.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$424K
Contributions & grants$19K4%
Program service revenue$400K94%
Investment income$1K0%
Other revenue$5K
expenses
Total expenses$456K
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$317K
Cash$146K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$317K
Liquid reserves3.9 mo
3 years on record · 2022–2024 · YoY revenue +2.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 10
- ANTHONY AYLA — MEMBER
- BRYAN LUSSIER — MEMBER
- CRAIG MINGLE — MEMBER
- ERIC LURIE — MEMBER
- JOSH ALEXANDER — MEMBER
- MATT ROY — MEMBER
- MEGAN HART — MEMBER
- MIKE BROWN — MEMBER
- VICTOR LAPIETRA — MEMBER
- VICTORIA STOWELL — MEMBER
relationships · 12
Who they work with
- Afrim's Indoor Training Facility Partner — Provides indoor training space during winter months, with the club covering costs for two sessions per player.
- Afrim's Indoor Training Space Partner — Provides indoor training facilities used by Greenbush Youth Soccer Club during winter months.
- Afrim's Indoor Training Space Partner — Uses Afrim’s indoor facilities for winter training sessions and covers部分 of the indoor season fees for players.
- Afrim’s Partner — Provides indoor training facilities for winter sessions, with the club covering two sessions per player.
- Columbia HS Partner — Hosts fall training sessions for Greenbush Youth Soccer Club teams.
- Columbia High School Partner — Conducts fall training sessions at Columbia HS through the end of November.
- EDP League Partner — Boys and girls U14-U19 teams compete in the EDP League.
- Sponsors Partner — Provides financial or in-kind support to the Greenbush Youth Soccer Club.
- UAlbany Partner — Hosts winter training sessions for Greenbush Youth Soccer Club teams.
- US Club Soccer Network — Follows age grouping guidelines set by US Club Soccer for player registration
- US Youth Soccer Network — Member of US Youth Soccer, adhering to its structure and guidelines.
- University at Albany (UAlbany) Partner — Hosts winter training sessions at UAlbany through the end of March.
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.
- Community-Centered Player Developmentmethodology: community-centered_soccer_developmentBy anchoring competitive soccer development within the local community, we produce high-quality outcomes without requiring regional or national travel because local investment strengthens team cohesion, reduces burnout, and sustains long-term engagement.
- Competitive Environment as a Development Toolmethodology: competitive_player_developmentBy creating structured, high-commitment competitive environments with professional coaching, we challenge players to maximize their potential because sustained engagement with skilled peers and expert instruction accelerates growth across technical, tactical, and mental domains.
- Inclusive Programming with Developmental Appropriatenessmethodology: inclusive_programmingBy offering tiered programs that include no-cut policies for younger players and progressive skill pathways, we promote broad access and sustained engagement because inclusion during formative years fosters long-term participation and individual growth.
- Player Development Through Character and Effortmethodology: character_development_integrationBy emphasizing character, effort, and personal growth over scoreboard outcomes, we foster resilience, sportsmanship, and long-term player development because these qualities produce more successful young adults and a healthier relationship with competition.