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OAK HILL COUNTRY CLUB

ROCHESTER, NY · EIN 160574660 · Form 990 · FY2024 · Large ($10M-$50M) · oakhillcc.com
revenue
$20.5M
expenses
$18.4M
net assets
$31.5M
employees
400
volunteers
19
mission · from form 990

OAK HILL IS A WORLD-CLASS PRIVATE COUNTRY CLUB. WE WORK HARD TO PROVIDE OUR MEMBERS AND GUESTS A MODERN COUNTRY CLUB EXPERIENCE IN A WELCOMING AND FAMILY FRIENDLY ENVIRONMENT WITH PREMIER FACILITIES WHILE SIMULTANEOUSLY PRESERVING OUR HERITAGE, TRADITIONS, AND REPUTATION FOR CHAMPIONSHIP GOLF.

profile · synthesized from sources

OAK HILL COUNTRY CLUB is a private country club located in Rochester, NY, renowned for its Donald Ross-designed East Course. It provides a premier golf and social experience for members and guests, preserving a rich tradition of championship golf. The club has hosted all six major rotating men’s golf championships, including the U.S. Open, Ryder Cup, and U.S. Amateur.

named programs · 2 · from sources

What they call their work

Championship Golf Hosting
Hosts major national and international golf events including the U.S. Open, PGA Championship, Ryder Cup, and U.S. Amateur
John R. Williams Four-Ball Invitational
Annual member-hosted golf tournament honoring Dr. John R. Williams, featuring two-person teams and held in September
activities · 5 groups

What they do

  • Private Golf Course Operations 8 activities
    • Complete construction of two 18-hole golf courses for member play
      The club completed construction of two 18-hole golf courses, with membership play beginning in 1926.
    • Conduct strategic tree removals to improve course conditions
      The club conducted strategic tree removals to improve sun exposure to tees and greens while preserving prominent specimen trees on the property.
    • Construct two 18-hole golf courses with extensive earthwork and drainage
      The club constructed two 18-hole golf courses by moving 200,000 cubic yards of earth, installing over 16 miles of drainage tile, erecting 14 bridges, and planting 26,000 pounds of grass seed.
    • Extend tees and add bunkering to expand East Course length
      The club extended tees and added new bunkering to enable the East Course to play up to 7,360 yards from the championship tees.
    • Operate historic West Course designed by Donald Ross
      The club operates the West Course, a golf course designed by Donald Ross in 1926 that remains virtually unchanged since its original construction.
    • Operate par 70 championship golf course with 6,735 yards
      The club operates a par 70 golf course with 6,735 yards from the back tees, a course rating of 73.3, and a slope of 136.
    • Rebuild East Course bunkers with improved drainage and design
      All bunkers on the East Course were rebuilt with improved drainage and a design aesthetic consistent with Donald Ross's original vision.
    • Rebuild East Course greens to USGA specifications
      The club rebuilt all greens on the East Course to USGA specifications using custom-grown sod to improve turf quality and drainage.
  • Amateur and Professional Golf Tournament Hosting 4 activities
    • Host 1980 PGA Championship
      The club hosted the 1980 PGA Championship, where Jack Nicklaus was the only player to break par for the week.
    • Host 1989 U.S. Open
      The club hosted the 1989 U.S. Open, where Curtis Strange won with a score of 278.
    • Host annual John R. Williams Four-Ball Invitational Golf Tournament
      The club organizes the annual John R. Williams Four-Ball Invitational Golf Tournament.
    • Host major golf tournaments on the East Course
      The club hosts major golf tournaments on the East Course, including all six rotating men's golf championships in the United States.
  • Student and Member Conduct Policies 1 activity
    • Enforce dress code to maintain club atmosphere
      The club enforces a dress code for members, guests, and children over six to uphold an atmosphere of comfort, elegance, and mutual respect.
  • Website Accessibility Implementation 1 activity
    • Maintain website accessibility per WCAG standards
      The club strives to maintain website accessibility in accordance with level A and AA of the W3C Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1.
  • Private Social and Recreational Clubs 1 activity
    • Operate private country club with premier golf and family-friendly facilities
      OAK HILL COUNTRY CLUB operates as a private country club offering a modern club experience centered on championship golf, heritage, and tradition, with facilities maintained in a family-friendly environment.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$20.53M
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$15.91M78%
Investment income$366K2%
Other revenue$4.25M
expenses
Total expenses$18.44M
Program expenses
Admin / overhead
Fundraising
Salaries & benefits$9.24M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$48.13M
Cash$5.53M
Investments$0
Liabilities$16.64M
Net assets$31.49M
Liquid reserves3.6 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -20.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 10
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
CHAD ELLIS GENERAL MANAGER 40 $505K
JASON M BALLARD HEAD GOLF PROFESSIONAL 40 $498K
JEFF CORCORAN AGRONOMY DIRECTOR - PARTIAL YEAR 2024 40 $383K
FREDERICK DOHENY ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF AGRONOMY 40 $232K
CHRIS ROTH DIRECTOR OF F&B & CULINARY - PARTIAL YEAR 2024 40 $189K
BRENDAN GREELEY DIRECTOR OF FINANCE 40 $179K
JEFFREY URZETTA DIRECTOR OF INSTRUCTION 40 $138K
STEVEN EAKINS EXECUTIVE CHEF 40 $126K
RONALD SENSKI JR HEAD MECHANIC 40 $124K
KARIN ELLENDER DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCE 40 $119K
board members · 15
  • CARTER LUCAS — DIRECTOR - PARTIAL YEAR 2024
  • DANIEL CANNAN — DIRECTOR
  • DAVID LYTTLE — DIRECTOR - PARTIAL YEAR 2024
  • EUGENE BALDINO — DIRECTOR - PARTIAL YEAR 2024
  • JAMES MAGEE — ASSISTANT SECRETARY - PARTIAL YEAR 2024
  • JAMES MERKLEY — DIRECTOR
  • JAMES RYAN — DIRECTOR
  • JETT MEHTA — DIRECTOR
  • JOHN COSTELLO — DIRECTOR - PARTIAL YEAR 2024
  • JOSEPH LOVERDI — DIRECTOR
  • KAIJA WADSWORTH — SECRETARY
  • MARK ALLEN — DIRECTOR - PARTIAL YEAR 2024
  • PHIL DIPASQUALE — ASSISTANT TREASURER - PARTIAL YEAR 2024
  • PHILIP PECORA — VICE PRESIDENT
  • PHILIP SPELLANE — DIRECTOR
relationships · 8

Who they work with

  • A. H. Green Design Partner — Hired to develop a long-range plan for the East Course restoration
  • Donald J. Ross Partner — Golf course designer who designed the East and West Courses at Oak Hill Country Club.
  • George Fazio Partner — Hired as lead architect for the renovation of the East Course to restore major championship eligibility.
  • PGA of America Partner — Hosted the PGA Championship, a major professional golf tournament organized by the PGA of America.
  • Tom Fazio Partner — Worked alongside George Fazio on the redesign of key holes during the East Course renovation.
  • Traditions Committee Coalition — Committee responsible for overseeing and upholding the club's dress code and cultural standards.
  • United States Golf Association Government — Hosted multiple USGA-sanctioned events including the U.S. Open, U.S. Amateur, and U.S. Senior Open.
  • World Wide Web Consortium Government — Adheres to W3C Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 for website accessibility standards.
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.

  • Heritage-Integrated Member Experience
    methodology: heritage-modern balance
    By blending modern amenities and family-friendly programming with the preservation of historical traditions and championship golf, the club produces a distinctive and enduring member experience because continuity and excellence reinforce perceived value and belonging.
  • Historic Course Preservation as Design Philosophy
    methodology: historic-preservation
    By preserving the original Donald Ross design intent of the West Course and guiding East Course renovations to align with it, the club ensures architectural authenticity and championship readiness because fidelity to historic design produces both playability and prestige.
  • Naturalist Course Design Approach
    methodology: naturalist design
    By treating the golf course as a natural feature to be discovered and subtly shaped, rather than constructed, the club enhances aesthetic and environmental integration because minimal intervention preserves the landscape’s inherent character and strategic challenge.
  • Tradition-Based Governance Model
    methodology: tradition-based governance
    By using a dedicated Traditions Committee to uphold cultural and behavioral standards, the club maintains consistency in member conduct and institutional identity because formal stewardship of customs strengthens shared norms and long-term cohesion.