named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Man Overboard Recovery Skill Building
Training event focused on safety and emergency response procedures for boaters
Sailboat Racing
Weekly sailboat races every Sunday from May through September and Wednesday practice events; open to all member sailboats with captain’s meeting at 9:50 AM
Sailing Classes
Instructional sailing lessons offered seasonally for members, including knot-tying and on-water skills
Social Events
Hosts annual events including Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Halloween, and Fall Banquet; also organizes the Die-Hard/Chili Cook-Off and Clambake
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Recreational Boating and Sailing Programs 4 activities
- Conduct weekly sailboat racing and practice eventsHosts weekly sailboat races every Sunday from May through September and weekly practice sessions on Wednesdays at 6PM to support member engagement and racing readiness.
- Host sailing programs and skill-building eventsOrganizes skill-building events such as man overboard recovery training and plans to offer sailing classes to support boating safety and education.
- Operate self-help facilities for visiting boatersMaintains a shared facility with kitchen, grills, picnic tables, restrooms, showers, WiFi, telephone, and ice for use by visiting boaters.
- Provide docking privileges and harbor services for members and visiting boatersOffers docking privileges to members and guests, including discounted rates for members of reciprocating yacht clubs and individuals on the waiting list. Provides access to pump-out dock and navigational guidance for safe harbor entry.
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Regular Membership Meetings 1 activity
- Conduct regular board meetingsHolds board meetings on the second Tuesday of each month, alternating between the Dunkirk Elks and club premises, with in-person and virtual access options.
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Organizational Governance & Leadership Development 1 activity
- Maintain governance through a board of directorsOperates with an 11-member board of directors for 2025, including officers and committee leads, to oversee club operations and strategic direction.
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Organized Member Social Events 1 activity
- Organize social and recreational eventsHosts a variety of social events including a Labor Day Party, Main St Beach Party, Poker Run, Barcelona Trip, and an annual event for past commodores, as well as a recreational event at Sunset Bay.
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Nonprofit Retail and Merchandise Sales 1 activity
- Sell branded merchandiseOffers a range of club-branded items for sale including tote bags, t-shirts, hoodies, fishing shirts, decals, tumblers, and burgees.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$67K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$48K72%
Investment income$2K3%
Other revenue$17K
expenses
Total expenses$69K
Program expenses0%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$264K
Cash$104K
Investments$0
Liabilities$37K
Net assets$227K
Liquid reserves18.0 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue +9.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
board members · 9
- ALAN FREVILLE — BOARD MEMBER
- BRETT CHRISTY — BOARD MEMBER
- FRED SMITH-DENGLER — BOARD MEMBER
- GEORGE BURNS III — BOARD MEMBER
- JOHN LUDWIG — BOARD MEMBER
- LARRY VAN DEUSEN — BOARD MEMBER
- LYDIA EVANS — BOARD MEMBER
- SARAH NASH WALLACE — BOARD MEMBER
- TRACY SMITH-DENGLER — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 12
Who they work with
- Brett Christy Partner — Contact person for merchandise inquiries.
- City of Dunkirk Partner — Coordinates harbor navigation and docking access with the City pier infrastructure.
- Dunkirk Elks Partner — Hosts DYC board meetings during the off-season.
- Facebook Partner — Utilizes a private Facebook page for member communication and event coordination.
- Facebook Partner — Utilizes a private Facebook page for member communications and event coordination
- George Burns Partner — Event organizer for the DYC (Past) Commodore's Party.
- George Burns Partner — Organizer of the DYC Board Meeting
- Jenn Christy Partner — Contact person for merchandise inquiries.
- John Ludwig Partner — Race and Recreation Chair organizing events
- Marport Security Partner — Contact for event organizer George Burns is associated with Marport Security
- NOAA Government — References NOAA's Water Level Forecast for current Lake Erie water levels.
- Tracy Smith-Dengler Partner — Contact person for merchandise inquiries.
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 Programming for Broad Engagementmethodology: inclusive weekly racingBy hosting inclusive weekly racing and social events open to sailors of all classes, the club strengthens community cohesion and retention because accessible, structured programming fosters belonging and ongoing participation.
- Member Participation Incentive Modelmethodology: member_participation_in_operationsBy offering work hour credits for involvement in facility maintenance and event coordination, the club increases member engagement and reduces operational costs because tangible recognition motivates contribution.
- Self-Help Facility Modelmethodology: self-help facility modelBy enabling visiting boaters to independently use shared facilities, the club increases access and utilization of resources because autonomy reduces operational barriers and fosters a culture of mutual responsibility.