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BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF EAST AURORA INC
EAST AURORA, NY · EIN 160755732 · Form 990 · FY2024 · Medium ($1M-$10M) · bgcea.org
revenue
$2.6M
expenses
$2.0M
net assets
$6.2M
employees
73
program ratio
80%
mission · from form 990

THE PURPOSE OF THE CORPORATION IS TO PROVIDE BOYS AND GIRLS BEHAVIOR GUIDANCE, HEALTH, SOCIAL, EDUCATIONAL, VOCATIONAL, CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT, LEADERSHIP, AND GUIDANCE IN THEIR DEVELOPMENT FOR FUTURE RESPONSIBILITY AS CITIZENS. THE CORPORATION PROVIDES OPPORTUNITIES TO DEVELOP PHYSICAL FITNESS, WHOLESOME RECREATION, AND COMPANIONSHIP. THE CORPORATION ALSO ENGAGES IN OTHER ACTIVITIES CONSISTENT WITH THE OBJECTIVES OF THE BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF AMERICA.

profile · synthesized from sources

Boys and Girls Club of East Aurora provides after-school social, recreational, educational, and character development programs for youth in grades 2–12. The organization offers a drop-in model with a wide range of activities including athletics, arts, academic support, and leadership development. It operates in East Aurora, NY, following the local school district’s calendar and serves as a safe space for youth to engage in structured, staff-supervised programming.

named programs · 10 · from sources

What they call their work

Arts & Crafts
Program offering creative activities including pottery, ceramics, drawing, painting, and beadwork to foster self-expression and skill development
Camp Ska-No-Ka-San
Summer camp program providing structured activities, recreation, and social development opportunities during summer months
Daily Athletics League
Intramural sports leagues in flag football, soccer, floor hockey, and wiffleball for all age groups, promoting fitness, teamwork, and leadership
Daily Dodgeball
Daily co-ed dodgeball games with rotating formats and a points-based "King and Queen of Dodgeball" recognition system
Junior Staff, Keystone & Torch Clubs
Leadership development programs for teens focused on workforce readiness, community service, and personal growth
Learning Center / Power Hour
Academic support program staffed with certified teachers and aides, offering homework help and educational activities to promote academic success
Music Makers
Music education program where youth learn to play instruments and perform live, supported by local musicians
Peanut Patrol
Program for younger children with specific registration and fees, details available through online registration
Triple Play
Health and wellness initiative promoting 60 minutes of daily physical activity, healthy eating, stress management, and positive peer relationships
Yoga and Mental Health Support
Program providing yoga and mental health counseling delivered by a licensed mental health counselor
activities · 11 groups

What they do

  • After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
    • Academic support and tutoring
      Provides academic support through homework assistance, tutoring, and the Project Learn initiative. Focuses on education and career readiness, improving academic outcomes for youth.
  • Youth Development Programs 1 activity
    • After-school youth development program
      Operates an after-school social recreation and youth development program Monday through Friday until 6:00 PM for youth in grades 2–12, aligned with the EA Union Free School District calendar. Provides a safe environment bridging the time between school and home, with structured daily programming in academics, athletics, arts, leadership, and health.
  • Community Art Education Workshops 1 activity
    • Arts and music programming
      Offers after-school arts and crafts using clay, ceramics, beads, drawing, and painting, teaching principles like color and perspective. Runs the Music Makers program and Music Room where youth learn instruments with local musicians and perform live, supporting artistic skill development.
  • Ballet and Dance Education Programs 1 activity
    • Dance program
      Provides weekly dance classes from late October through March for children ages 3 and up, including ballet, tap, and contemporary in age-specific groupings. Culminates in a recital and uses movement to build creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration.
  • Financial Aid and Scholarship Access Programs 1 activity
    • Membership scholarships and financial assistance
      Offers scholarships and camperships to low-income families and those receiving government assistance to cover membership and program fees. Sponsors memberships for families to attend the Club for free, ensuring equitable access.
  • Specialized Summer Camps for Disabilities 1 activity
    • Special needs and inclusive programming
      Offers specialized programs for children with special needs and operates a coeducational, inclusive environment since transitioning fully to serve girls by 1984. Maintains an open-door drop-in policy with daily sign-in and membership tracking for consistent participation.
  • Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
    • Summer camp and seasonal programming
      Operates Camp Ska-No-Ka-San and other summer programs including specialty camps (e.g., Camp Autumn, Camp Spring), the HK Whitney Summer B-Ball League for high school teens, and seasonal field trips and special events during school breaks and holidays. Offers extended hours and evening programming for teens during select periods.
  • Transportation Access Support 1 activity
    • Support services and community resources
      Provides busing from Parkdale Elementary School to increase accessibility and distributes free clothing to low-income youth members. Recognizes youth achievements through the “Terrific Kids of the Month” program with gift card incentives.
  • Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Programs 1 activity
    • Youth development framework and character programs
      Implements evidence-based youth development frameworks including Smart Moves and Triple Play to promote healthy decision-making, character development, physical fitness, and positive peer relationships. Programs focus on leadership, health and life skills, and vocational development.
  • Youth Workforce Readiness Programs 1 activity
    • Youth leadership and job readiness training
      Operates the Job Ready and Job Ready-Jr. Staff programs to train tweens and teens in job-related skills. Runs a sports leadership program for grades 2–8 that trains youth to referee games, track statistics, and manage score clocks, fostering responsibility and leadership.
  • Amateur Sports Competition Programming 1 activity
    • Youth sports leagues and physical fitness programs
      Runs organized intramural sports leagues in flag football (including NFL Flag Football), soccer, floor hockey, wiffleball, and basketball for children of all ages, with teams and scheduled games. Ensures at least 60 minutes of daily physical activity through athletic leagues and the Triple Play program, which promotes healthy eating and stress management.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$2.63M
Contributions & grants$1.14M43%
Program service revenue$684K26%
Investment income$288K11%
Other revenue$526K
expenses
Total expenses$2.03M
Program expenses80%
Admin / overhead12%
Fundraising9%
Salaries & benefits$1.23M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$6.58M
Cash$612K
Investments$4.45M
Liabilities$348K
Net assets$6.23M
Liquid reserves29.9 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +44.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
GARY SCHUTRUM EXECUTIVE DI 40 $159K
board members · 23
  • COLIN KUJAWSKI — DIRECTOR
  • FRITS HOFFMAN — DIRECTOR
  • JACKIE RABEY — DIRECTOR
  • JAMES DUSEL — TREASURER
  • JEANNE TRIBUZZI — DIRECTOR
  • JEFF ENSMINGER — DIRECTOR
  • JERRY PARADISE — DIRECTOR
  • JUDD AUNGST — DIRECTOR
  • JUSTIN MYERS — DIRECTOR
  • K MICHAEL SAWICKI — DIRECTOR
  • KEVIN WALSH — DIRECTOR
  • MARNIE SMITH-UEBELHOER — SECRETARY
  • MATT ROMAGNUOLO — PRESIDENT
  • MATT SMYCZYNSKI — DIRECTOR
  • MELISSA STEVENER — DIRECTOR
  • MIKE WYMER — DIRECTOR
  • PAIGE HUETTER — DIRECTOR
  • PATRICK DUDLEY — DIRECTOR
  • RACHEL DUSEL — DIRECTOR
  • ROBERT CORP — DIRECTOR
  • STEPHEN SOROKA — VICE PRESIDE
  • TRACY GAVIN — DIRECTOR
  • VICKI FEINE — DIRECTOR
relationships · 22

Who they work with

  • Art Services Initiative Partner — Funds the Arts & Crafts, Music Makers, and Dance programs at the Boys and Girls Club of East Aurora.
  • Boys & Girls Club of America Network — Member of the national network of Boys & Girls Clubs of America.
  • Boys and Girls Club of America Network — Member organization operating in alignment with the national Boys and Girls Club of America objectives.
  • Buffalo Bills Foundation Partner — Sponsor of NFL Flag Football programs for youth in grades 2–12.
  • EA Union Free School District Government — Aligns Club operations and calendar with the EA Union Free School District for holidays, half-days, and dismissal schedules.
  • East Aurora Kiwanis Partner — Longstanding sponsor supporting multiple programs including scholarships, workforce development, and summer leagues.
  • East Aurora Moose Lodge 370 Partner — Sponsor of the Smart Moves programs promoting healthy youth development.
  • East Aurora Rotary Club Partner — Funds camperships, character development, and boys summer basketball league.
  • Erie County Government — Funder and sponsor of Job Ready programs, summer camp, and healthy lifestyle activities.
  • Facebook Partner — Social media presence for community engagement and outreach
  • Instagram Partner — Social media presence for community engagement and outreach
  • Kelly 4 Kids Foundation Partner — Supports specialized programs for children with special needs.
  • Kohl's Cares Partner — Provides free clothing to low-income Club members.
  • M&T Bank Partner — Sponsor of the Project Learn academic support program.
  • NAMM Foundation Partner — Supporter of the Music Room program fostering youth music education.
  • National Association of Music Makers Partner — Funds the Music Makers program at the Boys and Girls Club of East Aurora.
  • Parkdale Elementary Partner — Provides busing coordination for Club members from Parkdale Elementary to the Club.
  • Police Station of East Aurora Partner — Hosted Club operations in the basement, enabling program expansion.
  • United Way Network — Designated agency within the United Way network.
  • United Way of Buffalo and Erie County Funder — Provides donor-designated funding to support Club operations.
  • Variety Club of Buffalo & WNY Partner — Funds the Arts & Crafts and Dance programs at the Boys and Girls Club of East Aurora.
  • Variety Club of Buffalo & Western New York Partner — Annually funds supplies for the Arts & Crafts Room and Dance Program.
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.

  • Choice-Based Engagement Model
    methodology: choice_based_engagement
    By allowing youth to self-direct their participation through an open-door, drop-in model, the organization increases engagement and promotes autonomy because youth are more likely to participate when they have control over their involvement.
  • Holistic Positive Youth Development Framework
    methodology: positive_youth_development
    By integrating physical activity, arts, academic support, character education, and workforce readiness into a unified program model, the organization supports youth in reaching their full potential because coordinated development across multiple domains compounds well-being, self-efficacy, and future orientation.
  • Peer-Led Leadership Development
    methodology: peer_led_development
    By using self-managed teams in sports and youth-designed recreational activities, the organization fosters leadership, responsibility, and collaboration because peer-led structures empower youth to take ownership of their experiences and develop social competencies organically.