irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $59KCAMP ADVENTURE - CAMP ADVENTURE PROVIDES A FULL DAY OF AQUATIC, ATHLETIC, CULTURAL, AND EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES CONDUCTED BY FULLY TRAINED AND CERTIFIED CLUB STAFF DURING THE SUMMER MONTHS.
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
After School Express
After-school program providing supervision, homework help, tutoring, and enrichment activities including dance, cooking, coding, and sports for school-aged children.
Camp Adventure
Summer day camp offering full-day aquatic, athletic, cultural, and educational activities for youth ages 5-15. Includes swimming, boating, arts and crafts, team sports, and outdoor recreation.
Power Hour
Homework assistance and tutoring program supporting academic achievement during after-school hours.
Project Learn
Evidence-based educational program integrating learning into daily club activities to improve academic outcomes.
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 2 activities
- After-school and teen enrichment programsRuns an after-school program Monday through Friday with transportation from schools, offering homework assistance, technology education, arts and crafts, dance, cooking classes, coding, and sports. Includes Teen Nights featuring gym access, gaming tournaments, tabletop games, movies, baking, and creative projects.
- Youth development programs for academic success, character, and citizenshipProvides structured after-school and summer programs focused on academic support, character development, and civic engagement. Activities include homework help, tutoring during Power Hour, the Character Counts curriculum, and Keystone Clubs that teach teens the value of community service.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Annual youth-focused holiday and community eventsHosts annual events including a Halloween Party, Christmas Party, and Family Day at Camp Adventure, providing food, music, festivities, gifts, and recreational activities for children and families in the community.
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Program Evaluation and Impact Research 1 activity
- Data collection and youth outcomes assessmentParticipates in the National Youth Outcomes Initiative (NYOI) by collecting and analyzing member attendance and experience data to assess program impact and track improvements in academic success, character, citizenship, and healthy lifestyles.
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Event Venue Rental Services 1 activity
- Facility rentals for weddings, events, and meetingsOffers rental of Camp Adventure and the Rensselaer Clubhouse for private events including weddings, small gatherings, and organizational meetings. Facilities include a pavilion seating up to 300, beach access, gymnasium, kitchen, game room, classrooms, and meeting rooms.
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School and School-Community Events 1 activity
- Fundraising events and financial aid supportOrganizes annual fundraising initiatives including a major fundraiser and a 50/50 raffle to support academic, arts, and athletic programs, and to provide financial aid for summer camp participation for families in need.
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CACFP Meal Service and Administration 1 activity
- Nutrition and healthy lifestyle programsProvides daily healthy snacks and meals during after-school and summer programs, including a free breakfast for all campers. Conducts cooking classes and family-style meals such as an annual Thanksgiving feast to promote nutrition and self-sufficiency.
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Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
- Summer day camp with aquatic, athletic, cultural, and educational activitiesOperates a summer day camp for youth ages 5–15 from late June to mid-August, offering four two-week sessions with daily programming in aquatics (including swim instruction and boating), sports, arts, outdoor education, and nutrition. Provides free breakfast daily and structured schedules across multiple activity areas.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$685K
Contributions & grants$333K49%
Program service revenue$286K42%
Investment income$11K2%
Other revenue$56K
expenses
Total expenses$561K
Program expenses74%
Admin / overhead26%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$337K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.07M
Cash$644K
Investments$0
Liabilities$97K
Net assets$970K
Liquid reserves13.8 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +0.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 14
- AARON HARBECK — Director
- ANNE BAYLE-REED — Director
- BETH POLSINELLO — Director
- DANIEL FITZGERALD — Director
- DIANE LUFKIN-SCHILLING — Director
- DJ WHITMAN — Director
- JOSEPH KARDASH — Director
- LATEEF DUNCAN — Director
- LISA SCHRODER — Secretary
- MICHAEL BURNS — President
- MICHAEL STAMMEL — Director
- RONALD MARSHALL — Director
- SUZI CORELLIS — Treasurer
- TIMOTHY MURDICK — Vice President
relationships · 10
Who they work with
- Boys & Girls Clubs of America Network — Member organization participating in national research and outcomes initiatives.
- Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Rensselaer County Network — Local affiliate of the Boys & Girls Clubs of America network operating under the brand and structure.
- Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Rensselaer County Network — Member organization of the Boys & Girls Clubs of America network.
- City of Rensselaer Partner — Collaborates with the Boys & Girls Club to host the annual Christmas Party.
- Department for Youth Government — Partial funder of Camp Adventure
- J. Donald Leahey Partner — Namesake of the Commitment to Youth Award presented annually at the event.
- NYS Office of Children and Family Services Government — Partial funder of Camp Adventure
- Rensselaer County Dept. of Health Government — Permitting and regulatory authority for Camp Adventure under NYS Sanitary Code
- Search Institute Partner — Conducted joint research with Boys & Girls Clubs of America to identify quality strategies for positive youth development.
- The Towne Tavern Partner — Catering partner used by event hosts renting facilities at Camp Adventure.
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.
- Mentor-Supported Holistic Youth Developmentmethodology: holistic_youth_developmentBy integrating one-on-one mentoring with character development, academic support, and personal goal setting, the organization promotes long-term well-being and self-sufficiency because sustained, caring relationships amplify skill-building and behavioral change.
- Safe Environment and Supportive Relationships Modelmethodology: safe-place-and-mentorshipBy providing a physically and emotionally safe environment combined with consistent, supportive adult relationships, the organization fosters youth engagement and positive development because safety and trust are foundational to risk-taking, learning, and identity formation.
- Structured Academic Support and Learning Modelmethodology: academic-support-homework-helpBy delivering structured after-school academic programming—such as Power Hour and Project Learn—with tutoring, homework help, and small-group rotations, the organization improves academic engagement and achievement because consistent, focused support in a resource-rich environment reinforces classroom learning.
- Youth Engagement Through Interest-Aligned and Flexible Programmingmethodology: youth-interest-aligned-programmingBy aligning programming with youth interests (e.g., gaming, arts, recreation) and adapting activities based on youth input, the organization increases engagement and sustained participation because relevance and autonomy enhance intrinsic motivation and ownership.