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BUFFALO RACQUET CLUB INC
BUFFALO, NY · EIN 166007352 · Form 990EZ · FY2024 · Micro (<$100K) · buffaloracquetclub.com
revenue
$57K
expenses
$49K
net assets
$81K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

SOCIAL AND RECREATIONAL CLUB

profile · synthesized from sources

Buffalo Racquet Club Inc is a nonprofit, member-run social and recreational club located in Kenmore, NY, a suburb of Buffalo. The club operates six European red clay tennis courts and a clubhouse, offering members open play, tournaments, and social events from May to October. It relies on member fees, volunteer management, and seasonal fundraising to maintain facilities and cover operating costs.

named programs · 4 · from sources

What they call their work

BRC Championship Tournament
Season-opening tournament for members with singles and doubles competitions divided into skill levels (3.5 and under, 4.0 and above)
Luau Fundraiser Event
Annual social and fundraising event featuring food, raffles, games, and prize opportunities to support club operations and improvements
Member Social Events and Leagues
Seasonal events, leagues, and gatherings to build community among members, including a season kickoff meeting and volunteer opportunities
Open Court Play
Unreserved access to six red clay tennis courts daily from 8:30 AM to 11 PM; members sign in on a chalkboard with time limits of 1.5 hours for doubles and 1 hour for singles
activities · 4 groups

What they do

  • Racquet Sports Facility and Programming 2 activities
    • Host tennis tournaments and leagues for members
      Organizes and hosts recurring tennis programming including annual singles and doubles tournaments with skill-based divisions (3.5 and under, 4.0 and above), as well as summer leagues and events exclusively for members.
    • Operate social and recreational club facilities
      Operates a racquet club with six European red clay tennis courts, clubhouse with kitchen, locker rooms, showers, and an on-site grill, offering fee-free access to members from May to October in Kenmore, NY. Facilities are maintained by member volunteers and include a ball machine available upon request.
  • Membership Program Administration 2 activities
    • Offer membership programs and guest access
      Provides multiple membership categories including standard adult, family, student (for those 25 or younger enrolled in school), and discounted rates for individuals under 30 as of May 15, 2026. Also offers single-day guest passes to non-members when accompanied by a current member.
    • Sell gift certificates for membership
      Offers gift certificates in various denominations through its online store, redeemable toward membership fees.
  • Community Event Fundraising 1 activity
    • Conduct fundraising events and activities
      Hosts fundraising events such as an annual Luau party and 50/50 cash prize events including a tennis ball bocce throw, along with raffles like the “lucky lei” raffle offering gift cards and bottles as prizes, to support operating costs and facility improvements.
  • Event Venue Rental Services 1 activity
    • Rent facilities for private events
      Allows members to book the club for private events for a $50 fee, provided a member is present during the event.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$57K
Contributions & grants$4K8%
Program service revenue——
Investment income$2951%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$49K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$82K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$81K
2 years on record · 2023–2024 · YoY revenue -22.6%
relationships · 6

Who they work with

  • Emily Martin Partner — Secretary, Membership Committee Chair, and Event Committee Chair; manages membership, communications, and events.
  • Jon Schulte Partner — Vice President of the Buffalo Racquet Club board; involved in organizational leadership.
  • Peter Bloom Partner — Treasurer and Finance Committee Chair of the Buffalo Racquet Club board; oversees financial matters.
  • Renee Hussar Partner — Ground Committee Chair; oversees groundskeeping and outdoor facility upkeep.
  • Tim Hussar Partner — President of the Buffalo Racquet Club board; point of contact for leadership and governance.
  • Tom LaPenna Partner — Courts Committee Chair; responsible for oversight of court conditions and maintenance.
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.

  • Inclusive Access Through Tiered Membership Design
    methodology: tiered_access_model
    By offering household-based access, age-based pricing, and student discounts, the club increases participation among younger and cost-sensitive members because affordability and flexible membership structures lower barriers to sustained involvement.
  • Member-Managed Community Model
    methodology: member_led_community_model
    By operating as a volunteer-driven, member-managed club without paid staff or fees, the organization sustains accessibility and community engagement because shared responsibility fosters stewardship, reduces overhead, and maintains an inclusive, participatory culture.
  • Skill-Level Stratification for Fair Competition
    methodology: skill_level_categorization
    By organizing tournaments and events with skill-level categorization, the club promotes fair, competitive play and encourages broader participation because players are matched equitably, enhancing engagement across ability levels.