named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Facility Rental Program
Rental of lodge hall and pavilion to members and non-members for private events, generating earned revenue for the organization
Fish Fry and Lenten Dinners
Weekly fish dinners held every Friday during Lent, open to the public for dine-in or takeout, featuring seafood and other menu items
Member Recognition and Awards
Recognition of achievements by local middle and high school students and honoring individuals at annual events such as the Founder Banquet
SMS Auxiliary
Women's auxiliary founded in 1931 to support the lodge, members, and community through fundraising, food preparation during bereavement, and donations to local organizations
St. Anthony’s Italian Festival
Annual Labor Day weekend festival celebrating Italian heritage, featuring food, bocce tournament, and honoring an individual who exemplifies Italian values in church, community, and civic life
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Italian Cultural Heritage Programming 2 activities
- Hosts annual Italian cultural festivalsOrganizes an annual Italian festival featuring traditional food and a bocce tournament, and co-sponsors the St. Anthony’s Italian Festival on Labor Day Weekend, promoting Italian heritage and community engagement.
- Hosts traditional cultural and social eventsOrganizes recurring cultural events such as Columbus Day celebrations, Christmas programs, an annual Communion Breakfast, and a Founder Banquet to preserve and promote Italian traditions.
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Event Venue Rental Services 1 activity
- Offers facility rentals for community eventsMakes its hall available for rent to external parties for events, requiring advance payment and formal application.
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Recreational Game Programming 1 activity
- Operates weekly bocce leaguesRuns weekly bocce leagues for men, women, and mixed teams as part of its ongoing social and recreational programming.
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Community Event Fundraising 1 activity
- Organizes raffle and fundraising eventsHosts regular raffle events including turkey and meat raffles, as well as a cash bonanza event held from 1-4 pm, to support organizational activities.
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Recognition and Awards Programs 1 activity
- Presents student achievement awardsRecognizes academic and personal achievements of local middle and high school students through an annual awards program.
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Member Hardship Assistance Programs 1 activity
- Provides mutual aid and bereavement supportOffers direct support to members during times of illness, hospitalization, or bereavement, including preparing meals, serving as pallbearers, and providing companionship to families.
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Community Service and Charitable Outreach 1 activity
- Supports community organizations and outreach initiativesEngages in community support through donations, participation in events like the St. Anthony’s Festival, and assisting SMS Lodge with outreach to the Italian community.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Hosts seasonal fish dinners during LentOrganizes weekly fish dinners every Friday during Lent, offering dine-in, takeout, and drive-thru options open to the public.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$90K
Contributions & grants$11K12%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$6421%
Other revenue$79K
expenses
Total expenses$78K
Program expenses0%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$281K
Cash$112K
Investments$0
Liabilities$524
Net assets$281K
Liquid reserves17.2 mo
3 years on record · 2022–2024 · YoY revenue +3.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 7
- CARLO LORENZETTI — TRUSTEE
- CHRIS DEMILLO — TRUSTEE
- JAMES DICESARE — TRUSTEE
- JAMES RICCI — STEWARD
- JOHN SANDRONI — TRUSTEE
- RALPH CARBONE — TRUSTEE
- TONY PETROCCIA — TRUSTEE
relationships · 8
Who they work with
- Catholic Church Partner — Donates to the Catholic Church.
- Rumseyville Sportsmen’s Club Partner — Cosponsors the annual St. Anthony’s Italian Festival.
- SMS Auxiliary Partner — Auxiliary organization formed in 1931 to support the activities of the Italian Mutual Association.
- SMS Lodge Network — Italian Mutual Association of Seneca Falls NY Inc operates as SMS Lodge and hosts events under this name.
- SMS Lodge Partner — Collaborates with SMS Lodge to support outreach to the Italian community.
- SMS Lodge Partner — Provides facility rental services for events, operating under the name SMS Lodge.
- Seneca Falls Historical Society Partner — Donates to the Seneca Falls Historical Society.
- St. Anthony’s Festival Partner — Participates in and supports St. Anthony’s Festival.
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.
- Cultural Heritage as Community Anchormethodology: cultural_community_supportBy combining cultural promotion with member support services, the association increases engagement and intergenerational continuity because shared heritage creates a meaningful identity-based foundation for collective action.
- Member-Driven Infrastructure Participationmethodology: member_labor_and_financial_participationBy requiring members to contribute labor and financial resources to build and maintain organizational infrastructure, the association ensures ownership and long-term sustainability because direct investment strengthens commitment and accountability.
- Mutual Assistance Modelmethodology: mutual_assistanceBy organizing members around reciprocal support rooted in Italian fraternal tradition, the association strengthens community bonds and collective resilience because shared cultural values foster trust and sustained participation.