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CENTRAL NEW YORK P G A INC

JAMESVILLE, NY · EIN 161318207 · Form 990 · FY2024 · Small ($100K-$1M) · cny.pga.com

revenue

$897K

expenses

$813K

net assets

$516K

employees

volunteers

mission · from form 990

TO PROMOTE THE ENJOYMENT AND INVOLVEMENT IN THE GAME OF GOLF AND TO CONTRIBUTE TO THE GROWTH OF THE GOLF PROFESSIONAL AND THE GOLF INDUSTRY. THE CENTRAL NEW YORK SECTION WILL ACCOMPLISH THIS MISSION BY ENHANCING THE SKILLS OF GOLF PROFESSIONALS AND THE OPPORTUNITIES FOR AMATEURS, MANUFACTURERS, AND THE GENERAL PUBLIC. AS A RESULT, THE CENTRAL NEW YORK SECTION WILL ELEVATE THE STANDARDS OF THE PROFESSIONAL GOLFERS' VOCATION, STIMULATE INTEREST IN THE GAME OF GOLF AND PROMOTE THE OVERALL VITALITY OF THE GAME.

profile · synthesized from sources

Central New York PGA is a professional association dedicated to supporting golf professionals and growing the game of golf within the Central New York region. It provides education, professional development, and recognition programs for PGA members. The organization promotes golf through player development initiatives, youth programs, and community engagement efforts across the region.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024

What they reported doing

#1 primary $0

EDUCATION: GOLF PROFESSIONALS ARE THE FOUNDATION OF GOLF. THE PROFESSIONALS ARE EXPERT INSTRUCTORS AND COMMUNITY LEADERS WHO HELP PROVIDE AFFORDABLE AND ACCESSIBLE GOLF TO EVERYONE, EVERYWHERE WITHIN THE CENTRAL NEW YORK SECTION. THE CENTRAL NEW YORK SECTION PROVIDES EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS TO ENSURE THAT GOLF PROFESSIONALS WILL REMAIN AT THE FOREFRONT OF THE GAME PROVIDING ENJOYMENT TO MANY FOR GENERATIONS TO COME.

named programs · 6 · from sources

What they call their work

Golf Professional of the Year Award

Recognizes PGA professionals who exemplify leadership, service, and moral character within the Central New York section and the golf industry.

Merchandiser of the Year Award

Recognizes excellence in golf shop operations across private, resort, and public facility categories.

Patriot Award

Honors PGA professionals who demonstrate patriotism through support of U.S. Armed Forces personnel and veterans via golf programs and outreach.

Player Development Award

Honors PGA professionals for exceptional contributions to growing the game through innovative player development programs at their facilities and in the community.

Teacher & Coach of the Year Award

Recognizes outstanding teaching professionals who have demonstrated excellence in instruction and developed innovative golf education programs.

Youth Player Development Award

Recognizes PGA professionals who lead junior golf initiatives and provide opportunities for youth to learn and play golf.

activities · 5 groups

What they do

Youth Golf Development Programs 5 activities
- Hosts free junior golf skill-building and qualification events
  
  Conducts annual Drive, Chip and Putt qualifier events and women’s golf clinics through PGA REACH CNY to provide accessible golf instruction and engagement opportunities for youth and underrepresented groups.
- Manages regional operations across multiple golf facilities
  
  Operates services at more than 100 golf facilities in upstate New York, delivering teaching, tournament management, junior golf mentorship, and club fitting through a network of PGA professionals.
- Operates junior golf development programs
  
  Runs the PGA Jr. League program in Central New York for over ten years, including organizing the 2024 season and co-hosting the Region 2 PGA Jr. League Regional Championship, providing team-based golf experiences for youth.
- Organizes professional and amateur golf tournaments
  
  Administers high-level professional golf tournaments, including the Central New York PGA Senior Section Championship and the annual Rocky Kelly Pro-Junior Tournament, which pairs PGA professionals with junior golfers at venues such as Green Lakes State Park Golf Course.
- Provides junior golfer education and technology access
  
  Offers educational webinars and exclusive access to tools like the DECADE Golf course management system and the Flowcode mental training app to support junior golfers’ strategic and mental development.
Golf Professional and Player Support 1 activity
- Delivers golf instruction and professional development programs for PGA professionals
  
  Provides educational programs and workshops to enhance the skills of over 200 PGA Member Professionals and apprentices, supporting their leadership and instructional excellence in golf across upstate New York.
Recognition and Awards Programs 1 activity
- Recognizes PGA professionals for excellence and service
  
  Recognizes PGA Professionals annually for outstanding contributions in areas including leadership, instruction, player development, junior golf mentorship, and community service.
Organizational Governance & Leadership Development 1 activity
- Supports organizational governance through committee leadership
  
  Organizes leadership roles via a committee structure with designated chairs and co-chairs to guide operations and strategic initiatives.
Uncategorized 2 activities
- Hosts commemorative and community events
  
  Organized a centennial celebration event on July 13 at Binghamton Country Club featuring a golf scramble, historical retrospective, and post-tournament gathering with displays of photos, videos, trophies, and memorabilia from 100 years of organizational history.
- Maintains a Hall of Fame to honor distinguished members
  
  Operates a Hall of Fame established in 1987 to recognize Central New York PGA members for exceptional dedication and service to the golfing industry at the section or national level.

financials · form 990 · fy2024

revenue

Total revenue$897K

Contributions & grants$00%

Program service revenue$870K97%

Investment income$22K2%

Other revenue$4K

expenses

Total expenses$813K

Program expenses—

Admin / overhead—

Fundraising—

Salaries & benefits$276K

Grants paid out$2K

Largest expense lineCompensation

balance sheet

Total assets$805K

Cash$198K

Investments$287K

Liabilities$290K

Net assets$516K

Liquid reserves7.2 mo

4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +5.2%

leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 1

Name	Title	Hours/wk	Compensation
ALAN SEAMANS	EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR	40	$124K

board members · 10

ERIC MANNING — DIRECTOR
JACK CONGER — DIRECTOR
JON FOWLER — DIRECTOR
MARTHA WELLS — DIRECTOR
MICHAEL DEUEL — DIRECTOR
MICHAEL DISCENZA — SECRETARY
RICH CHAPMAN — PRESIDENT
RYAN EVANS — DIRECTOR
SEAN DADEY — HONORARY PRESIDENT
WILL WEIMER — VICE PRESIDENT

relationships · 49

Who they work with

Alex Smith Sales Partner — Bronze sponsor supporting the Central New York PGA and PGA REACH CNY
Anderson Ord Partner — Bronze sponsor supporting the Central New York PGA and PGA REACH CNY
Anderson Ord Partner — Supporting partner of the CNY PGA Centennial Celebration.
Apogee Investment Management Partner — Silver sponsor supporting the Central New York PGA and PGA REACH CNY
Bernards Custom Logo Partner — Silver sponsor supporting the Central New York PGA and PGA REACH CNY
Branded Bills Partner — Tournament partner supporting the Central New York PGA and PGA REACH CNY
Brian Robinson (Ahead) Partner — Provided tee gifts for the 2026 Rocky Kelly Pro-Junior Tournament.
Bushnell Range Finders Partner — Tournament partner supporting the Central New York PGA and PGA REACH CNY
Callaway Partner — Bronze sponsor supporting the Central New York PGA and PGA REACH CNY
Club Prophet Partner — Tournament partner supporting the Central New York PGA and PGA REACH CNY
Decade Golf Partner — Provides a course management system used in educational programming for junior golfers.
Defrancisco & Falgiatano, LLP Partner — Silver sponsor supporting the Central New York PGA and PGA REACH CNY
Drumlins Country Club Partner — Co-hosted the Region 2 PGA Jr. League Golf Regional Championship in 2022.
Eagle Building Services Partner — Bronze sponsor supporting the Central New York PGA and PGA REACH CNY
Empire Golf Cars Partner — Silver sponsor supporting the Central New York PGA and PGA REACH CNY
Empire Golf Cars Partner — Supporting partner of the CNY PGA Centennial Celebration.
Esther Cannizzo Foundation Partner — Supports the Central New York PGA Junior Tour as a presenting sponsor.
Esther Cannizzo Junior Golf Foundation Partner — Bronze sponsor supporting the Central New York PGA and PGA REACH CNY
Gastroenterology & Hepatology of CNY Partner — Bronze sponsor supporting the Central New York PGA and PGA REACH CNY
Golf Heritage Society Partner — Provided historical engagement at the centennial event through hickory club demonstration led by its president, George Petro.
Golf Max Partner — Silver sponsor supporting the Central New York PGA and PGA REACH CNY
Masters Tournament Partner — Co-sponsors the Drive, Chip and Putt National Finals held at Augusta National Golf Club.
Merchant Preferred Processing Network LLC Partner — Bronze sponsor supporting the Central New York PGA and PGA REACH CNY
New Balance Partner — Supporting partner of the CNY PGA Centennial Celebration.
PGA Network — Central New York PGA is a regional section of the Professional Golfers' Association of America.
PGA Network — Member section of the Professional Golfers' Association of America.
PGA REACH Network — PGA REACH Central New York operates under a licensing agreement with PGA REACH, the national philanthropic arm of the PGA of America, aligning its mission and programs with national initiatives.
PGA of America Network — Central New York PGA is a section of the PGA of America, representing its network at the regional level.
PGA of America Network — Central New York PGA is a section of the national PGA of America organization.
PGA of America Network — Central New York PGA is one of 41 geographic sections of the PGA of America.

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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.

Expanding Access through Targeted Philanthropy and Inclusion

methodology: aligned_philanthropic_pillars
By aligning with PGA REACH’s mission, the organization increases access to golf for youth, military, and underrepresented communities, using structured programs to drive equity and broaden participation.
Integrated Player Development through National-Local Alignment

methodology: integrated-player-development
By integrating national initiatives and tools into local programming, the organization enhances player engagement and facility performance, leveraging scalable frameworks to increase impact at the community level.
Junior Player Development through Fundamentals and Strategic Education

methodology: fundamentals-based skill development, data-driven-course-management
By focusing on core skills and data-driven decision-making, the organization builds competent junior golfers who are emotionally resilient and strategically prepared, increasing long-term retention and performance.
Youth Engagement via Team-Based and Mentorship Models

methodology: team-based_youth_engagement, mentorship-through-competition
By using team-based formats and side-by-side competition with PGA professionals, the organization increases youth engagement and fosters mentorship, making golf socially inclusive and accessible to new players.