irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2022
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $46KTHIS PROGRAM IS DESIGNED TO BRING INTO PLAY ADDITIONAL COMMUNITY FUNCTIONS THAT ARE A GOOD FIT FOR THE ORGANIZATION. PRESENTLY THIS INCLUDES THE YOUTH OLYMPICS PROGRAM, KIDS IN TRAINING PROGRAM AND AN URBAN COMMUNITY GARDEN.
named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
Boilermaker 15K Race
Annual 15-kilometer road race in Utica, NY, serving as the flagship event with competitive and recreational runners; includes seeded start times based on estimated finish times.
Boilermaker 5K Race
5-kilometer race held on the same day as the 15K, with a separate start and shuttle logistics; capped at 5,000 participants.
Boilermaker Walk
Non-competitive walking event promoting community participation and health, held at MVCC Utica.
Kids in Training Program
Youth fitness initiative encouraging children to participate in running and physical activity as part of the organization’s community outreach.
Urban Community Garden
Local sustainability project supporting community engagement and urban agriculture in Utica.
Wheelchair 15K Race
Competitive wheelchair division of the 15K race, recognized as one of the largest and most competitive in the U.S., starting at 7:45 AM.
Youth Olympics Program
Community program engaging youth in Olympic-style athletic events, promoting health and teamwork.
activities · 2 groups
What they do
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Organized Running and Triathlon Events 5 activities
- Administers accessible walking and shorter-distance eventsOrganizes inclusive community walking and shorter-distance running events, including the Boilermaker Walk (with flexible distances of 1–3.75 miles through Proctor Parks) and a 5K race covering the final 5 kilometers of the 15K course, both starting and finishing on the MVCC Utica campus to ensure accessibility and participant safety.
- Hosts the Boilermaker 15K Road RaceOrganizes an annual premier 15K road race recognized as one of the top 15K races in the United States, featuring a USATF-certified course, over 20,000 participants including runners, spectators, and volunteers, and extensive on-course support including 19 water stations, one electrolyte station, 34 medical aid stations, and over 40 portable restrooms. The event includes competitive open and masters divisions with recorded race records (e.g., men's open record: 42:06 in 2023).
- Hosts youth running programsRuns multiple youth-focused running events including the Kids Run for children ages 4–12 (offering free participation, t-shirts, refreshments, and goody bags), a Halloween-themed fun run, and a youth fun run on the MVCC Utica campus, all designed to promote physical activity and community engagement among children.
- Operates competitive wheelchair racing divisionHosts one of the largest and most competitive wheelchair racing divisions in the United States as part of the Boilermaker 15K, featuring a USATF-certified 15K course and awarding racing wheelchairs to athletes who complete the race within 2 hours and 15 minutes. The division has recorded competitive race times, including a men's wheelchair record of 31:33 (2022) and a women's record of 39:11 (2011).
- Organizes Boilermaker Weekend eventsProduces an annual multi-day community event centered around the Boilermaker Road Race, including a Health & Wellness Expo at MVCC Utica Campus where participants pick up race packets, engage with interactive booths, and access race merchandise; a post-race celebration (Saranac Post Race Party); and multiple race options including the 15K, 5K, Kids Run, and Wheelchair Division.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Funds and operates community wellness and youth development programsSupports and operates community programs such as a Youth Olympics program, Kids in Training program, and an urban community garden, with $45,847 spent on program expenses and $6,000 awarded in grants to support these initiatives in 2022.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.58M
Contributions & grants$531K33%
Program service revenue$866K55%
Investment income$79K5%
Other revenue$109K
expenses
Total expenses$1.42M
Program expenses94%
Admin / overhead6%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$496K
Grants paid out$6K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$3.52M
Cash$2.16M
Investments$454K
Liabilities$185K
Net assets$3.34M
Liquid reserves22.2 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +12.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| MARK DONOVAN | PRESIDENT | 40 | $142K |
board members · 7
- ANITA MOLLER — MEMBER
- BRADLEY KOWALCZYK ESQ — SECRETARY/TREASURER
- DR BRADLEY SKLAR — MEMBER
- EARLE REED — MEMBER
- FRED MATT — CHAIRMAN
- LARRY GILROY — MEMBER
- RANDALL VAN WAGONER — MEMBER
relationships · 54
Who they work with
- Able-Sport Partner — Partners to include the Boilermaker Wheelchair 15K in the Rolling Thunder Triple Crown Series, a point-based series to grow competitive wheelchair racing.
- Abraham House Partner — Charity partner offering bibs in exchange for $500 in fundraising.
- Birnie Bus Partner — Provides shuttle transportation for registered runners between race start and finish areas.
- Boilermaker Road Race Partner — Founding partner of the Boilermaker Road Race
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Utica Partner — Official Flagship Hotel of the Boilermaker Road Race.
- EB Research Partnership Partner — Charity partner offering bibs in exchange for $500 in fundraising.
- Excellus BlueCross BlueShield Partner — Presenting sponsor of the 15K race
- Excellus BlueCross BlueShield Partner — Title sponsor of the 15K race.
- Excellus BlueCross BlueShield Partner — Title sponsor of the Boilermaker 15K Race.
- Excellus BlueCross BlueShield Partner — Title sponsor of the Boilermaker 15K, the premier event of Boilermaker Weekend.
- F.X. Matt Brewing Company Partner — Founding corporate partner that helped establish the Boilermaker Road Race in 1978 as a way to give back to the community.
- F.X. Matt Brewing Company Partner — Fred Matt of F.X. Matt Brewing Company serves as President of the Boilermaker Road Race Board of Directors
- F.X. Matt Brewing Company Partner — Hosts the finish line and Pre-Race Party for the Boilermaker Road Race.
- Founding Partners Partner — Group of founding partner organizations supporting the Boilermaker Road Race.
- GPO Federal Credit Union Partner — Title sponsor of the Boolermaker Kids Run, supporting youth community outreach programming.
- Gold & Presenting Partners Partner — Group of top-tier sponsor organizations supporting the Boilermaker Road Race.
- Hamilton College Partner — Lauren Cupp of Hamilton College is a member of the Boilermaker Road Race Board of Directors
- HumaneCNY Partner — Charity partner offering bibs in exchange for $500 in fundraising.
- Indium Corporation Partner — Greg Evans of Indium Corporation is a member of the Boilermaker Road Race Board of Directors
- Kids in Training Program Partner — Collaborates on youth running and fitness initiatives.
- MVCC Utica Campus Partner — Hosts bib pickup, start, and finish locations for the Boilermaker Walk.
- MVHS Partner — Co-presents the Health & Wellness Expo, which includes the Kids Run.
- MVHS Partner — Presenting partner of the Health & Wellness Expo associated with the Boilermaker Walk.
- MVHS Partner — Sponsor of the Health and Wellness Expo, where runners pick up race packets and engage with health-focused activities.
- MVHS Partner — Sponsor of the Health and Wellness Expo.
- Mohawk Valley Community College Partner — Hosts the Health & Wellness Expo at its Utica Campus.
- Mohawk Valley Community College Partner — Hosts the Kids Run at its Utica campus and co-presents the Health & Wellness Expo.
- Mohawk Valley Community College Partner — Randy Van Wagoner of Mohawk Valley Community College is a member of the Boilermaker Road Race Board of Directors
- Mohawk Valley Health System Partner — Anita Moller of Mohawk Valley Health System is a member of the Boilermaker Road Race Board of Directors
- Mohawk Valley Health System Partner — Presenting sponsor of the Health & Wellness Expo.
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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.
- Elite Inclusivity in Competitive Racingmethodology: inclusive_elite_racingBy maintaining competitive standards while developing elite divisions such as national wheelchair racing, the organization advances both high-performance athletics and social inclusion because integrating elite disabled athletes into mainstream competition promotes equity without sacrificing excellence.
- Inclusive Participation Modelmethodology: inclusive_participationBy designing non-competitive, flexible, and age-appropriate participation options—including walks, varied distances, and ability-specific youth races—the organization increases community engagement because inclusivity lowers barriers to entry and fosters broad-based ownership of the event.
- Physical Activity as a Vehicle for Community Well-beingmethodology: physical-activity-for-wellbeingBy organizing running events that integrate charity, youth engagement, and community programs, the organization drives broader community well-being because physical activity serves as an accessible entry point for sustained personal and collective transformation.