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THE YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF WATERTOWN NY INC
WATERTOWN, NY · EIN 150559207 · Form 990 · FY2025 · Medium ($1M-$10M) · watertownymca.org
revenue
$8.2M
expenses
$8.1M
net assets
$27.9M
employees
507
volunteers
1,027
program ratio
92%
mission · from form 990

THE WATERTOWN FAMILY YMCA'S MISSION IS TO STREGTHEN INDIVIDUALS AND THE COMMUNITY. THE WATERTOWN FAMILY YMCA PROVIDES HEALTH AND WELLNESS, EDUCATIONAL, SENIOR AND CHILDCARE PROGRAMS WHICH SUPPORT THE STRENGTHENING OF FAMILIES AND HEALTHY DEVELOPMENT OF CHILDREN. THE WATERTOWN FAMILY YMCA STRIVES TO CREATE A SENSE OF COMMUNITY THROUGH THE INVOLVEMENT OF INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES OF ALL AGES, ABILITIES, INCOMES AND RACES. YMCA PROGRAMS AND MEMBERSHIPS ARE SUPPORTED BY A FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM CALLED GATEWAY WHICH ALLOWS EVERY MEMBER OF OUR COMMUNITY TO PARTICIPATE REGARDLESS OF THEIR ABILITY TO PAY.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Watertown Family YMCA strengthens individuals and the community through health and wellness, youth development, childcare, and senior programs. It serves people of all ages, abilities, incomes, and races in Watertown, NY, with a focus on inclusive access through its financial assistance program, Gateway. The organization operates direct service programs in fitness, chronic disease prevention, youth development, and aquatics.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2025

What they reported doing

  1. #1 primary $2.34M
    YOUTH DEVELOPMENT BRANCH- THE FOCUS OF THE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT BRANCH IS THE OFFERING OF LICENSED CHILDCARE PROGRAMMING FOR YOUTH AGES 3 MONTHS TO 12 YEARS OLD AND DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMMING FOR YOUTH AGES 10-17. PROGRAMMING IS DEVELOPED TO ENSURE A SAFE ENVIRONMENT, CHARACTER AND SELF ESTEEM BUILDING PROGRAM, ACTIVE PLAY AND ACADEMIC UPGRADING. MOST PROGRAMS ARE STATE LICENSED WITH OFFICE OF FAMILY AND CHILDREN'S SERVICES. FUNDING SUPPORT FOR PROGRAMMING IS RECEIVED FROM ARMED SERVICES YMCA OF THE USA, THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE, YOUTH BUREAU OF JEFFERSON COUNTY. THE BRANCH OPERATES OUT OF THREE UNITS.
named programs · 9 · from sources

What they call their work

Aquatic Group Exercise & Fitness
Water-based fitness classes including Aqua Cycle and Water Aerobics for all ages and fitness levels, promoting cardiovascular health and low-impact exercise
Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring Program
Four-month program for adults with hypertension, including home monitoring, consultations with Healthy Heart Ambassadors, and nutrition education
Blue Sharks Swim Team
Competitive swim team for youth ages 8–19, part of the Central New York YMCA league; practices and competitions focus on discipline, sportsmanship, and water safety
Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP)
6-week workshop for adults with chronic conditions such as diabetes, arthritis, and heart disease, offered in collaboration with the Office for the Aging
Compassionate Care at the Y
Free 3-month YMCA membership and wellness support for cancer patients diagnosed within the last two years, including personal training and care vouchers
Lifeguard Certification
American Red Cross-based course training individuals 15+ in lifeguarding, CPR/AED, and first aid; includes blended online and in-person instruction
Masters Swim
Year-round lap swim program for adults 18+ focusing on stroke technique, endurance, and strength; coached by U.S. Masters Swimming-affiliated instructors
YMCA Diabetes Prevention Program
12-month evidence-based program helping adults at risk for type 2 diabetes reduce weight by 7% and increase physical activity to 150 minutes per week through group coaching
Youth Development
Licensed childcare and youth development programs for children ages 3 months to 17 years, including academic support, character building, and safe play; operates across three units
activities · 8 groups

What they do

  • Fitness Training and Group Exercise Programs 2 activities
    • Delivering personal training and wellness assessment services
      Offers one-on-one personal training with certified trainers who develop individualized workout plans focused on strength, endurance, flexibility, and overall wellness, emphasizing proper technique and injury prevention. Includes InBody biomedical technology for body composition analysis available by appointment at Downtown and Fairgrounds YMCA locations.
    • Offering group fitness and exercise classes
      Provides live and virtual group exercise classes in Cardio, Yoga, Spin, and aquatic fitness at multiple locations including Downtown and Carthage YMCAs, with Active Older Adult Group Exercise Classes offering safe, low-impact workouts designed for seniors.
  • Competitive and Learn-to-Swim Programs 2 activities
    • Operating competitive and recreational swim programs for all ages
      Runs a competitive swim team with regular season practices from October to February and qualification opportunities for the New York State YMCA Swimming Championship, organized by age groups. Also operates a Masters Swim program for adults with coached lap sessions on Wednesdays and Saturdays, focusing on strength, endurance, stroke technique, and competitive training over 500–1500 yards.
    • Providing swim instruction and aquatic safety programs
      Offers free swim lessons to children to improve water safety and swimming skills, along with Lifeguard Certification Courses through the American Red Cross that include CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers, First Aid, and distribution of safety equipment such as CPR masks, hip packs, and whistles.
  • Youth and Family Cooking Education 1 activity
    • Delivering youth cooking and kitchen skills programs
      Offers hands-on cooking programs for children that teach kitchen safety, measuring, following directions, teamwork, and foundational skills such as cracking eggs, folding, sifting, and cake pop making through structured baking activities.
  • Charitable Grantmaking to Specific Causes 1 activity
    • Funding community wellness initiatives and financial assistance
      Funds youth programs, expansion of wellness access, and financial assistance for individuals in need.
  • Diabetes Self-Management & Prevention Programs 1 activity
    • Implementing chronic disease prevention and management programs
      Operates evidence-based health programs including an 8-week fall prevention program with group discussions, problem solving, role-play, chair-based exercises, and home safety education; a 6-week Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP) in collaboration with the Office For the Aging; and a 12-month Diabetes Prevention Program delivered through small group sessions led by trained Lifestyle Coaches, shown to reduce new Type 2 diabetes cases by more than half among high-risk participants.
  • Before and After School Childcare 1 activity
    • Operating licensed childcare and youth development programs
      Provides licensed childcare and youth development programming for children ages 3 months to 17 years, focusing on safety, character building, self-esteem, active play, and academic support across three physical locations. Services include SACC, Daycare, and Pre-K programs.
  • Cancer Peer Support & Wellness Programs 1 activity
    • Providing supportive wellness services for cancer patients
      Offers a 3-month wellness program for cancer patients in partnership with the Compassionate Care Foundation, including a complimentary YMCA membership, personal training consultation, facility access, and 12 free off-site therapy sessions and care vouchers.
  • Community Blood Pressure Screening and Hypertension Education 1 activity
    • Supporting cardiovascular health through hypertension management
      Runs a four-month blood pressure self-monitoring program for adults with hypertension, requiring home monitoring at least twice per month, providing two personalized monthly consultations with Healthy Heart Ambassadors, and offering monthly group nutrition education seminars.
financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$8.20M
Contributions & grants$1.56M19%
Program service revenue$6.40M78%
Investment income$165K2%
Other revenue$80K
expenses
Total expenses$8.12M
Program expenses92%
Admin / overhead7%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$4.58M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$36.59M
Cash$3.37M
Investments$2.84M
Liabilities$8.67M
Net assets$27.93M
Liquid reserves9.2 mo
6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue -27.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025

Who runs it

paid leadership · 2
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
SHAWNA CUTULI CEO 40 $161K
AMMBROSE SOUZA COO 40 $100K
board members · 15
  • CATHY QUENCER — MEMBER
  • DALE KLOCK — MEMBER
  • DAVID RECHLIN — MEMBER
  • DONALD RUTHERFORD — MEMBER
  • JAMES CORRIVEAU — MEMBER
  • JAMES WRIGHT — MEMBER
  • JEFFREY FALLON — TREASURER
  • JOHN JOHNSON — MEMBER
  • KEITH PERRY — VICE PRESIDENT
  • KIMBERLY LACLAIR — SECRETARY
  • LESLIE DISTEFANO — MEMBER
  • LYNNE FERRIS — MEMBER
  • MEGAN WELLER — MEMBER
  • MICHELLE MONNAT — MEMBER
  • PHILIP BANAZEK — PRESIDENT
relationships · 13

Who they work with

  • American Red Cross Partner — Provides the Lifeguard Certification curriculum and certification standards
  • Armed Services YMCA of the USA Partner — Provides funding support for youth development programming.
  • Carthage YMCA Partner — Collaborates on water aerobics programming as part of regional YMCA network.
  • Central New York YMCA League Network — Member of the Central New York YMCA League for competitive swim events.
  • Compassionate Care Foundation Partner — Partnered to offer a wellness program for cancer patients.
  • Department of Defense Government — Provides funding support for youth development programming.
  • Michelle Graham Partner — Senior Director of Health & Wellness who oversees the InBody program
  • New York State Department of Health Funder — Provides funding for free swim lessons through the NY SWIMS Initiative
  • Office For the Aging Partner — Collaborates with the Office For the Aging to offer the Chronic Disease Self-Management Program.
  • Office For the Aging Partner — Collaborates with the YMCA to offer the Chronic Disease Self-Management Program.
  • U.S. Masters Swimming Network — Official affiliate of the national governing body for adult swimming.
  • United Way Partner — Provided funding support for youth development programming in 2020.
  • Youth Bureau of Jefferson County Government — Provides funding support for youth development programming.
strategies · 5

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.

  • Character Development Through Competitive Sports
    methodology: character-development-through-sports
    By using competitive swimming and coach-led sports environments, the YMCA supports youth emotional, mental, and physical development, because structured competition fosters discipline, sportsmanship, and personal growth more effectively than unstructured play.
  • Equity-Focused Access via Financial Assistance and Free Programming
    methodology: equity-focused_access
    By removing financial barriers through donor-subsidized memberships and free programs—such as swim lessons—the YMCA expands access for underserved populations, because equitable access increases community engagement and health outcomes among those facing economic or social barriers.
  • Evidence-Based Chronic Disease and Lifestyle Management
    methodology: evidence-based self-management education
    By delivering group-based, instructor-led workshops and coaching in lifestyle changes—including diet, activity, and blood pressure monitoring—the YMCA improves chronic disease outcomes, because structured peer-supported education increases self-efficacy and sustained behavior change.
  • Experiential Learning Through Child-Led Cooking
    methodology: experiential_learning
    By engaging children in hands-on, child-led cooking activities, the YMCA builds confidence and foundational skills in kitchen safety and teamwork, because active participation fosters autonomy and practical learning that passive instruction does not.
  • Personalized and Sustainable Fitness Through Assessment and Coaching
    methodology: personalized-fitness-planning
    By combining personalized fitness planning, InBody composition analysis, and a focus on technique, the YMCA enables sustainable long-term wellness, because individualized feedback and injury prevention increase adherence and measurable progress across diverse populations.