irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2025
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $0PARTIES DINNERS AND SPECIAL EVENTS: MUCH OF THIS ACTIVITY INCLUDED IN ITEMS 4A ABOVE AND IN SEPARATE REVENUE AND EXPENSE ACCOUNTS IS NOT KEPT. THE SEVERAL STAND ALONE NON-DRIVING EVENTS ARE: TWO 2 HOLIDAY PARTIES TWO 2 TECHNICAL SESSIONS AND AN ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING. THESE EVENTS ARE SPREAD OUT OVER OUR MEMBERS LOCATIONS. WE GENERALLY CHARGE FOR A FEW OF THE EVENTS TO COVER EXPENSES ONLY. THESE REVENUES ARE LOCATED IN 4A ABOVE.
- #2 $0WE PROVIDE A QUARTERLY MAGAZINE PERIODIC NEWSLETTERS AN ANNUAL CALENDAR AND A MEMBERSHIP ROSTER TO ALL MEMBERS. THE NEWSLETTERS AND MAGAZINE CONTAIN INFORMATION ABOUT OUR ACTIVITIES AND ARTICLES OF INTEREST TO VINTAGE SPORT CAR ENTHUSIASTS. THE ROSTER FACILITATES THE COMMUNICATION AND CONGREGATION OF OUT MEMBERS.
named programs · 9 · from sources
What they call their work
Driven to Race Autocross
Half-day autocross event at Lime Rock Park allowing participants to test their cars on a Proving Grounds course with professional instruction and paced laps on the main track.
Hill Climb Reenactments
Historic reenactments of early 20th-century hill climbs such as the Wilbraham and Sport Hill events, featuring demonstration runs and car shows.
Historic Tours
Organized driving tours like the Rivers and Wild Tour and the Historic Roads of PA and NJ Tour, allowing members to drive classic cars on scenic back roads with planned stops.
Preservation Track Days
Non-competitive track events for vintage race and road cars through the early 1970s, held at Lime Rock Park and Club Motorsports, featuring multiple lapping sessions in a safe, controlled environment.
Publications and Member Communications
Production of a quarterly magazine, periodic newsletters, annual calendar, and membership roster to inform and connect members.
Social and Technical Events
Non-driving gatherings including holiday parties, technical sessions, and special events like the Magic of Monaco exhibit and F1 movie watch parties.
Spring Sprints
Annual muffled racing event at Lime Rock Park open to VSCCA-eligible cars and similar vehicles through the early 1970s, co-hosted with the Vintage Motor Club and Lime Rock Drivers Club.
Vintage Racing Drivers' School
Instructional program teaching vintage racing techniques and mindset, open to anyone with a driver's license, leading to VSCCA approval for future events.
White Mountain Vintage Grand Prix
Race event at Club Motorsports in Tamworth, NH, offering track time for vintage sports cars, including dedicated grids for historic race vehicles.
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Driver Training and Motorsports Education 2 activities
- Conducting driving schools and introductory programsOperates a Vintage Racing Drivers’ School and related programs such as “Driven to Race” to train licensed drivers in vintage racing techniques, safety, and mindset. These multi-day or single-day events are held at Lime Rock Park, CT, and provide professional instruction for new participants using a variety of vehicles.
- Organizing vintage racing and driving eventsPlans and hosts vintage racing events, track days, autocross, hill climbs, and wheel-to-wheel racing at venues such as Lime Rock Park, CT, including multi-day events like the Fall Finale and Historic Festival. Events are open to members and emphasize sportsmanship and safe participation.
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Recognition and Awards Programs 1 activity
- Bestowing annual member awardsAwards the Koshland Award annually to a member who exemplifies the spirit, values, and principles of the VSCCA, recognizing outstanding contributions to the club’s culture and mission.
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Organizational Newsletter Production and Distribution 1 activity
- Distributing publications and digital resourcesProduces and distributes a monthly newsletter, quarterly magazine, annual calendar, and membership roster to members. Also provides online access to historical content, technical resources, photo albums, videos, and downloadable guides via its website.
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Organized Vehicle Show Events 1 activity
- Hosting scenic and themed driving toursOrganizes regional driving tours for vintage car enthusiasts, including one- or two-day group tours through scenic areas in the Northeast such as Newport, RI, the Berkshires, MA, and Bucks County, PA. Tours often include meals, accommodations, and special access to private collections or museums.
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Organized Member Social Events 1 activity
- Hosting social and non-driving member eventsOrganizes holiday parties, technical sessions, general meetings, and other social gatherings for members, including an annual holiday lunch in Boston, MA, and events co-hosted with partner clubs or museums featuring presentations and tours.
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Historic Vessel and Equipment Preservation 1 activity
- Promoting preservation and operation of vintage sports carsEncourages the acquisition, restoration, preservation, and active use of vintage sports cars through events, educational programming, and community engagement. Supports technical standards and safe operation through roles such as Chief Scrutineer and Chief Steward.
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Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
- Supporting volunteer engagement and recognitionRecognizes and supports volunteers through complimentary annual memberships for those who work at least six event days per year, and provides meals and dining vouchers during events. The organization is volunteer-driven, with a small percentage of members contributing most of the operational effort.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$286K
Contributions & grants$61K21%
Program service revenue$221K77%
Investment income$4K1%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$248K
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$335K
Cash$267K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$335K
Liquid reserves12.9 mo
6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue +7.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
board members · 5
- BENJAMIN BRAGG — DIRECTOR
- GEORGE VAPAA — DIRECTOR
- MARK A SHERMAN — DIRECTOR
- MARK LEFFERTS — DIRECTOR
- SANTO D SPADARO — DIRECTOR
relationships · 27
Who they work with
- American Bugatti Club Partner — Co-participated in the Pre-War Rally, with members joining from their Southern Maine tour.
- Antique Automobile Club of America Partner — Collaborates on the Sport Hill Races demonstration and car show in Easton, CT.
- Audrain Automobile Museum Partner — Hosted the "Magic of Monaco" event in partnership with VSCCA
- Bill O’Donnell Government — Late president whose foundational letter continues to guide club operations.
- British Vintage Sports Car Club (VSCC) Partner — Collaborated through Anglo-American Vintage Car Rallies in 1954 and 1957, influencing the founding of the VSCCA.
- CT Seaport Car Club Partner — Participates in the Sport Hill Races demonstration and car show.
- CT Seaport Car Club Partner — Participates in the Sport Hill Races event in Easton, CT.
- Club Motorsports Partner — Hosted the White Mountain Vintage Grand Prix, offering extended track time on its 2.5-mile circuit.
- ClubExpress Partner — Uses ClubExpress for website hosting, email subscription management, and document distribution.
- Fairfield County HCCA/AACA Car Club Partner — Co-sponsoring events including the Sport Hill Races Hill Climb Revival
- Fairfield County HCCA/AACA Car Club Partner — Co-sponsors events and collaborates on the Sport Hill Races Hill Climb Revival and Fall Meet.
- Fairfield County HCCA/AACA Car Club Partner — Co-sponsors events including the Sport Hill Races and collaborates on the Fall Finale.
- Kobus Reyneke Partner — Point of contact for website feedback and user support.
- Lime Rock Park Partner — Collaborates on event logistics, including requiring volunteers to sign site-specific waivers and providing meals at events.
- Lime Rock Park Partner — Host venue for multiple VSCCA events including Spring Sprints and Drivers' School
- Lime Rock Park Partner — Hosted multiple VSCCA events including the Empire Cup, Driven to Race, Drivers’ School, and Spring Sprints.
- Lime Rock Park Partner — Hosts VSCCA events including Spring Sprints, Empire Cup, Historic Festival, and Fall Finale.
- Lime Rock Park Partner — Hosts VSCCA racing and tour events including Spring Sprints, Historic Festival, and Fall Finale.
- Model A Ford Club of America Partner — Participates in the Sport Hill Races demonstration and car show.
- Model A Ford Club of America Partner — Participates in the Sport Hill Races event in Easton, CT.
- Modena Sports Cars Partner — Restored Tony Koshland's Ferrari 250 MM racing spyder.
- New England Air Museum Partner — Hosted the VSCCA's March Gathering, providing access to restoration shops, technical presentations, and museum tours.
- SCCA Partner — Recognizes SCCA logbook cars for participation in VSCCA wheel-to-wheel racing events.
- Thompson Speedway Partner — Hosted the Thompson Vintage Festival, co-sanctioned by VSCCA and VRG.
- VARAC Partner — Cross-promoting VSCCA's White Mountain Grand Prix with VARAC's Vintage Grand Prix
- VMC Partner — Accepts VMC affiliated group logbook cars and recognizes VMC-issued vintage racing licenses for participation in VSCCA events.
- Vintage Motorsport Council Network — Member organization affiliated with the Vintage Motorsport Council, enabling driver eligibility across VMC vintage racing events.
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.
- Community Building via Shared Passion and Social Connectionmethodology: community_through_shared_passionBy organizing motorsport events, guided tours, and social gatherings centered on a shared passion for vintage cars, the organization builds lasting community and member loyalty because emotional bonds formed through collective experience drive sustained involvement.
- Low-Barrier Entry to Cultivate New Participationmethodology: low-barrier-entry_trainingBy offering low-cost, accessible introductory experiences—such as half-day schools, autocross events with daily drivers, and dual-course instruction—the organization lowers psychological and financial barriers to entry, because reducing initial risk increases trial and long-term engagement in vintage racing culture.
- Preservation Through Active Use and Enjoymentmethodology: car-centered_preservation_and_useBy emphasizing the active use, enjoyment, and shared experience of vintage sports cars in non-competitive settings, the organization fosters member engagement and ensures the preservation of historic vehicles because hands-on participation strengthens emotional connection and stewardship.
- Principles-Based Governance for Organizational Longevitymethodology: principles-based governanceBy adhering to foundational principles established by former leadership, the organization maintains focus and avoids common organizational pitfalls in niche enthusiast communities because consistent cultural norms prevent mission drift and preserve trust.