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SCHENECTADY YOUTH BOXING & FITNESS INC
ALBANY, NY · EIN 141966867 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE O500 · Youth Development · Small ($100K-$1M) · ringofhopeboxingclub.org
revenue
$303K
expenses
$247K
net assets
$63K
employees
5
program ratio
23%
mission · from form 990

UTILIZE BOXING AND PHYSICAL EXCERCISE AS A FORUM FOR TEACHING SELF CONTROL WHILE PROVIDING A SENSE OF BELONGING, POSITIVE SELF ESTEEM AND SOCIAL SKILLS THAT PROMOTE SELF RELIANCE AND A SENSE OF HEALTHY INTER-DEPENDENCE.

profile · synthesized from sources

Nonprofit boxing and fitness organization based in Schenectady, NY, serving youth and adults through structured training, mentorship, and personal development programs. Uses boxing and physical exercise as tools to build discipline, confidence, and resilience while providing a safe alternative to at-risk behaviors. Offers youth and adult programs, a competition team, and community-building activities including Bible study and chess.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024

What they reported doing

  1. #1 primary $9K
    TRAINING SUPPLIES
named programs · 6 · from sources

What they call their work

Bible Study
Weekly faith-based group led by Minister David Trotter on Thursdays, continuing the organization's roots as a boxing ministry
Chess Club
Weekly chess club meeting on Wednesdays that participates in local tournaments, promoting mental exercise alongside physical training
Competition Team
Trains boxers to compete in local, regional, and national USA Boxing-sanctioned tournaments, emphasizing sportsmanship, perseverance, and goal achievement
Train Like a Pro
Full-body workout classes for adults and older teens featuring bag work, mitt work, cardio, and bootcamp-style exercises offered multiple times per week
Undisputed Champions
Partnership program with Wildwood Programs for clients of all abilities, led by ROH board members, focusing on overcoming obstacles and personal achievement
Youth Programs
Structured boxing and fitness programs for kids and teens focused on discipline, confidence, resilience, and mentorship in a safe environment
activities · 3 groups

What they do

  • Martial Arts Instruction and Training 2 activities
    • Competitive youth boxing team
      Operates a USA Boxing-sanctioned competition team that trains and participates in local, regional, and national tournaments, providing youth with opportunities for athletic development and achievement.
    • Youth boxing and fitness programs with mentorship
      Offers structured physical fitness and boxing programs for youth and teens that promote physical and mental development, emphasizing discipline, confidence, resilience, and personal growth, along with mentoring and support. The programs serve at-risk youth in Schenectady and surrounding communities, providing a safe alternative to drug use and gang violence.
  • Fitness Training and Group Exercise Programs 1 activity
    • Adult and youth fitness classes and gym access
      Provides regular 'Train Like a Pro' fitness classes for adults and youth at scheduled times, along with flexible access options including monthly membership with unlimited classes and gym use, as well as daily drop-in access for $15 per day.
  • Youth & Community Chess Education 1 activity
    • Youth chess club and tournament participation
      Hosts a weekly chess club for youth every Wednesday from 5–6 PM and supports participation in local chess tournaments, promoting cognitive development and structured extracurricular engagement.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$303K
Contributions & grants$203K67%
Program service revenue$100K33%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$247K
Program expenses23%
Admin / overhead77%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$132K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$93K
Cash$68K
Investments$902
Liabilities$30K
Net assets$63K
Liquid reserves3.4 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +25.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 4
  • JASON CHRISTIANA — SECRETARY
  • JEFFREY CHRISTIANA — CHAIRMAN
  • JOHN WILSON — TREASURER
  • MARY D'ALLESANDRO — VICE-PRESIDE
relationships · 4

Who they work with

  • U.S. Marine Corps Boxing Hall of Fame Government — Coach Vince Kittle, founder of the organization, is recognized as a champion by the U.S. Marine Corps Boxing Hall of Fame.
  • U.S. Marine Corps Boxing Hall of Fame Network — Coach Vince Kittle, founder of Ring of Hope, is recognized as a champion by the U.S. Marine Corps Boxing Hall of Fame.
  • USA Boxing Partner — Collaborates to provide USA Boxing Membership through the “Every Kid Sports Program” for payment assistance.
  • Wildwood Programs Partner — Partners to host the Undisputed Champions program for individuals of all abilities.
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.

  • Boxing and Fitness as a Vehicle for Holistic Youth Development
    methodology: holistic-youth-development
    By integrating boxing and physical fitness with mentorship, character education, and cognitive-emotional support, the organization fosters self-control, self-esteem, and social skills in youth because structured physical activity in a safe, supportive environment creates consistent touchpoints for personal growth and behavioral reinforcement.
  • Faith-Integrated Youth Development Model
    methodology: faith-based youth development
    By combining weekly Bible study with physical and personal development programming, the organization strengthens moral and emotional development in youth because spiritual grounding is believed to provide purpose, behavioral guidance, and resilience against community-based risks like hopelessness and despair.
  • Structured Physical Activity for Behavioral and Social Skill Development
    methodology: physical-activity-youth-development
    By using boxing and high-intensity functional fitness in a structured format, the organization promotes self-regulation and engagement across diverse youth because physical challenge and routine build discipline, confidence, and inclusive community participation.