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STAFFORD COUNTRY CLUB INC

STAFFORD, NY · EIN 160646050 · Form 990 · FY2024 · Medium ($1M-$10M) · staffordcc.com
revenue
$2.3M
expenses
$2.0M
net assets
$654K
employees
54
volunteers
10
program ratio
72%
mission · from form 990

PRIMARY MISSION IS TO PROMOTE THE ENJOYMENT OF GOLF AND OTHER RECREATIONAL AND SOCIAL AMENITIES AVAILABLE TO ITS MEMBERS AND INVITED GUESTS.

profile · synthesized from sources

Stafford Country Club Inc is a private golf and social club located in Stafford, New York, established to provide recreational and social amenities centered around an 18-hole championship golf course designed by Walter J. Travis in 1921. The club serves its members and their guests through golf, dining, and social activities in a rural, countryside setting. It maintains a tradition of golf excellence and member camaraderie, offering various membership categories with access to club facilities and reciprocal privileges.

named programs · 3 · from sources

What they call their work

Golf Course Operations
Management and maintenance of an 18-hole championship golf course designed by Walter J. Travis, offering play for members and guests with a focus on classic course challenges and conditioning
Membership Program
Offers multiple membership tiers including Regular Family, Individual, Intermediate, Junior, Social, Corporate, and Special categories, each with defined access to golf, dining, and social amenities
Reciprocal Golf Privileges
Provides member access to other private clubs through reciprocal arrangements, subject to payment of applicable green fees
activities · 7 groups

What they do

  • Membership Program Administration 1 activity
    • Administration of membership programs and reciprocal access
      Manages membership programs including Distinguished Senior Membership for long-standing members and Honorary Membership for outstanding contributors. Provides reciprocal access to golf facilities at other country clubs for its members.
  • Amateur and Professional Golf Tournament Hosting 1 activity
    • Hosting of golf tournaments and events
      Hosts customizable golf tournament packages, corporate outings, charity fundraisers, and prestigious state and regional tournaments such as the New York State Amateur Championships. Full-service event management includes registration, pairings, scoring, awards, and post-event dining.
  • Seasonal Swimming Pool Operations 1 activity
    • Operation of a family swimming pool and aquatic facilities
      Operates an Olympic-sized swimming pool during summer months with certified lifeguards, swimming instructors, a snack bar, lounging areas, and locker rooms. Hosts social events and private parties at the facility.
  • Private Golf Course Operations 1 activity
    • Operation of an 18-hole championship golf course
      Operates an 18-hole championship golf course designed by Walter J. Travis, providing year-round golf access and playing opportunities for members and guests, with seasonal hours from April to October. The course underwent a full bunker restoration and practice area expansion in 2024, including the rebuilding of the #18 green to its original design.
  • Event Venue Rental Services 1 activity
    • Operation of dining and banquet facilities
      Operates a full-service bar and restaurant with regular luncheon service and event hosting for business meetings, private banquets, parties, and special occasions including weddings, receptions, birthdays, and anniversaries. Facilities include covered patios and the Halfway House for golfers.
  • Youth Golf Development Programs 1 activity
    • Provision of golf instruction and junior development programs
      Offers private golf instruction, golf clinics, and junior golf camps for children ages 6–13 to advance skills and promote youth engagement in the sport. Programs include skill development and participant goody bags.
  • Country Club Golf Instruction and Facilities 1 activity
    • Provision of golf-related amenities and services
      Operates a golf shop, bag room, locker rooms, and practice range. Offers golf cart rentals and follows USGA handicapping procedures through the GHIN system to provide official handicaps to members.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$2.27M
Contributions & grants$1.62M71%
Program service revenue$354K16%
Investment income$23K1%
Other revenue$276K
expenses
Total expenses$2.05M
Program expenses72%
Admin / overhead28%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$897K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$2.41M
Cash$65K
Investments$0
Liabilities$1.75M
Net assets$654K
Liquid reserves0.4 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -5.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 10
  • CHRIS NICASTRO — SECRETARY
  • DENNIS LEYDEN — DIRECTOR
  • JAMES SIMBOLI — DIRECTOR
  • JON FLANNERY — DIRECTOR
  • JOSEPH MUSCARELLA — PRESIDENT
  • LAURA LANDERS — TREASURER
  • MICHAEL BISHOP — DIRECTOR
  • MICHAEL MOHUN — VICE PRESIDENT
  • RANDY TRAUGOTT — DIRECTOR
  • STEVE FILIPOWICZ — DIRECTOR
relationships · 12

Who they work with

  • Facebook Partner — Platform used for sharing updates and events with the public.
  • Facebook Partner — Social media platform used for sharing updates and events with members.
  • Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook for updates and events.
  • Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook to share updates and events with members and the public.
  • Ian Andrew Partner — Golf course architect who collaborated on the long-range improvement plan completed in 2024.
  • Instagram Partner — Platform used for sharing updates and events with the public.
  • Instagram Partner — Social media platform used for sharing updates and events with members.
  • Instagram Partner — Uses Instagram for updates and events.
  • Instagram Partner — Uses Instagram to share updates and events with members and the public.
  • Taylor Made Partner — Collaborates on club fitting and demo days for members and guests.
  • USGA Government — Officially licensed by the USGA to provide USGA handicaps and follows all USGA handicapping procedures.
  • Walter J. Travis Partner — Golf course designer who created the original course layout and oversaw construction of the first nine holes.
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.

  • Exclusive Membership Model
    methodology: exclusive_membership
    By maintaining a selective and exclusive membership, the club enhances perceived personal status and the overall golfing experience, fostering stronger member commitment and satisfaction because exclusivity reinforces social value and tradition.
  • Member-Centered Service Model
    methodology: member-centered_service
    By providing full-service, personalized support for golf, events, and family programming, the club enhances member satisfaction and retention because convenience, customization, and attention to detail increase perceived value and engagement.
  • Tradition and Experience-Based Engagement
    methodology: tradition_and_camaraderie
    By leveraging tradition, historic course design, and natural scenic beauty, the club attracts and retains members because these elements create a distinctive, emotionally resonant experience that differentiates it from standard recreational facilities.