named programs · 9 · from sources
What they call their work
Collegiate Program
Training available for college swimmers during breaks; allows continued development while home from school
Developmental Program
For beginning competitive swimmers; focuses on learning the four competitive strokes, racing skills, and endurance with a minimum of two practices per week recommended
Intermediate Program
For swimmers transitioning to higher levels; includes Intermediate and Performance Groups with increased focus on aerobic development and technique
Senior Program
Advanced training for top-level swimmers; includes Senior Prep and Senior Groups with heavy aerobic training, test sets, and race strategy
Trial Program
Two-week trial membership for new swimmers under 18 to assess fit before joining a practice group
Victor Halloween Classic
Seasonal swim meet hosted by Victor Swim Club
Victor New Year's Invitational
Annual swim meet hosted by the club at the start of the year
Victor Summer Invite
Hosted swim meet organized by Victor Swim Club for competitive events
Victor Winter Classic
Hosted swim meet held during winter season
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Competitive and Learn-to-Swim Programs 6 activities
- Maintain official club swimming recordsTracks and publishes official club records in short course yards and long course meters for individual and relay events, categorized by age group, stroke, and gender, including recognition of record-setting performances such as Olivia Wolfgram’s 1500 meter freestyle on 06/28/24.
- Offer training opportunities for college swimmers during breaksProvides training programs for college swimmers returning home during school breaks through a dedicated Collegiate Group.
- Organize and host annual swim competitionsPlans and hosts multiple annual swim meets, including the Victor Summer Invite, Victor Winter Classic, Victor New Year's Invitational, and Victor Halloween Classic, across seasonal and holiday schedules.
- Provide swim training programs for athletes of all ages and skill levelsOffers structured swim training and practice groups tailored to swimmers of all ages and ability levels, including developmental, intermediate, performance, senior prep, and senior-level programs with age- and performance-specific curricula. Includes a two-week trial program for new members aged 18 and under to assess fit before full membership.
- Receive recognition for club excellenceAwarded the USA Swimming Bronze Medal of Excellence in the 2023–2024 Club Excellence Program, reflecting high standards in club operations and athlete development.
- Support team identity and uniform standardsProvides and requires swimmers to wear Victor Swim Club caps during all practices and events, reinforcing team identity and cohesion.
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Youth Sports Safety & Risk Management 1 activity
- Ensure Safe Sport compliance and recognitionMaintains Safe Sport recognition from USA Swimming through 2026, ensuring a safe and positive environment for young athletes.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Achieve competitive excellence in regional and national swimmingWon Niagara LSC Short Course Yards championships in 2014–2018 and Long Course Meters championships in 2017, 2018, 2023, and 2025, demonstrating sustained competitive success.
- Publish team policies and resources for familiesProduces and distributes the annual Parent Handbook (e.g., 2025–26 edition) to guide swim team members and their families on policies, expectations, and programming.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$337K
Contributions & grants$256K76%
Program service revenue$81K24%
Investment income$740%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$320K
Program expenses98%
Admin / overhead1%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$194K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$188K
Cash$188K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$188K
Liquid reserves7.0 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue -4.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
board members · 4
- BRANDON LEE — AT LARGE
- CRISTINA CALDWELL — AT LARGE
- JENNA BATTAGLIA — AT LARGE
- KRIS THORSNESS — AT LARGE
relationships · 18
Who they work with
- TYR Partner — Provides team competition suits and custom gear through a sponsored team store with exclusive discounts and benefits based on team spending.
- U.S. Center for Safe Sport Government — Authorized body for reporting and addressing Safe Sport concerns related to the club.
- U.S. Center for Safe Sport Government — Collaborates with the U.S. Center for Safe Sport for handling and reporting safety concerns
- U.S. Center for Safe Sport Government — Designated entity for reporting Safe Sport concerns
- U.S. Center for Safe Sport Government — Designated entity for reporting Safe Sport concerns.
- U.S. Center for Safe Sport Government — Designated entity for reporting and addressing Safe Sport concerns.
- U.S. Center for Safe Sport Government — Designated entity for reporting safe sport concerns.
- U.S. Center for Safe Sport Government — External body for reporting Safe Sport concerns
- U.S. Center for Safe Sport Government — Partner organization for handling and reporting Safe Sport concerns
- USA Swimming Government — Complies with USA Swimming's Safe Sport program and designates a Safe Sport Coordinator
- USA Swimming Government — Partner for Safe Sport compliance and reporting of safety concerns.
- USA Swimming Government — Partner for Safe Sport compliance and reporting, with Victor Swim Club designating a Safe Sport Coordinator to interface with USA Swimming's protocols.
- USA Swimming Government — Partner organization for Safe Sport compliance and reporting
- USA Swimming Government — Partner organization for Safe Sport compliance and reporting.
- USA Swimming Government — Partner organization for safe sport compliance and reporting.
- USA Swimming Government — Partner organization providing Safe Sport reporting protocols and oversight.
- USA Swimming Government — Partnered with USA Swimming for Safe Sport compliance and reporting
- USA Swimming Government — Recognized as a Safe Sport club and participant in the Club Excellence Program.
strategies · 2
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.
- Individualized Athlete Development through Age and Performance-Based Groupingmethodology: individualized_athlete_developmentBy tailoring swim training to each athlete's age and performance level, using ongoing evaluation for group placement, the club challenges swimmers appropriately and maximizes individual potential because development is optimized when training is aligned with a swimmer’s current ability and growth trajectory.
- Safe Sport Environment Aligned with National Standardsmethodology: safe-sport-complianceBy designating a dedicated Safe Sport Coordinator and adhering to USA Swimming protocols, the club fosters a safe and positive environment that supports athlete well-being and trust because structured safety oversight reduces risk and promotes psychological security essential for youth development.