named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Capital Improvement Plan
Ongoing initiative to upgrade snowmaking infrastructure, including increased pond capacity and drainage improvements, funded through donations.
Indy Pass Partnership
Provides members with discounted access to partner resorts through the Indy Pass network, enhancing regional skiing opportunities.
Lesson Program
Offers group lessons for children ages 5-12 and private lessons for ages 4+; includes Parent & Me sessions for children aged 3-4 to introduce skiing in a family setting.
Ski-a-thon
Annual fundraising event where participants ski as many runs as possible over a weekend; open to members and non-members, with fundraising pledges supporting hill operations.
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Youth and Adult Ski Instruction & Racing Programs 2 activities
- Offer private ski lessons for individuals aged 4 and olderProvides 30- and 45-minute private ski lessons for individuals aged 4 and up at all skill levels. Lessons must be booked individually and include a discounted day pass; the fee is $50 for a 30-minute session.
- Provide beginner skiing and snowboarding instruction programsOffers annual beginner instruction for children and adults at the bunny hill, including group and private lessons in skiing and snowboarding. Programs include age-specific offerings such as Parent & Me lessons for ages 3–4, group lessons for ages 5–12, and multi-week snowboard lesson packages for children aged 5 to 15.
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Community Event Fundraising 1 activity
- Host fundraising events to support ski club operationsOrganizes a three-day fundraising event where participants ski runs and collect sponsor donations, with a goal of raising at least $50 per participant. Also charges non-member participants $50 for a weekend-long lift ticket during the event.
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Membership Program Administration 1 activity
- Manage membership program with multiple membership types and benefitsOffers various membership categories including child, individual, senior, family, social, and secondary memberships. Members receive access to ski lockers, discounted or free lift tickets at partner resorts, and special pricing at regional ski areas through partnerships like Indy Pass and SkiNY Passport.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Operate and maintain a community ski hill for members and the publicOperates a ski facility with a main tow rope serving 350 vertical feet, a dedicated bunny hill with a second tow rope, snowmaking equipment, night lighting, and groomed trails. The hill is maintained through volunteer-run, member-owned efforts for use by members and non-members.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$172K
Contributions & grants$14K8%
Program service revenue——
Investment income——
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$137K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$44K
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$397K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$308K
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +11.1%
relationships · 38
Who they work with
- AF Women's Med Partner — 2026 Snow Tower Sponsor supporting the Skaneateles Ski Club
- Amber Pump and Water Treatment Partner — 2026 Snow Tower Sponsor supporting the Skaneateles Ski Club
- Armijo Carpentry Partner — 2026 Snow Tower Sponsor supporting the Skaneateles Ski Club
- Bibbens Sales Partner — 2026 Barn Sponsor supporting the Skaneateles Ski Club
- Bibbens Sales Partner — Barn sponsor for the 2026 season.
- Brewers Powersports and Mowers Partner — 2026 Snow Tower Sponsor supporting the Skaneateles Ski Club
- Byrne's Dairy Stores Partner — 2026 Snow Tower Sponsor supporting the Skaneateles Ski Club
- CNY Compost Partner — 2026 Snow Tower Sponsor supporting the Skaneateles Ski Club
- CNY Feeds Partner — 2026 Barn Sponsor supporting the Skaneateles Ski Club
- CNY Feeds Partner — Barn sponsor for the 2026 season.
- Delmonico Insurance Partner — 2026 Snow Tower Sponsor supporting the Skaneateles Ski Club
- Emily Wirth Partner — Co-Director and Ski Instructor for the lesson program.
- Erie Materials Partner — 2026 Snow Tower Sponsor supporting the Skaneateles Ski Club
- Eye Plastic CNY Partner — 2026 Snow Tower Sponsor supporting the Skaneateles Ski Club
- Fox Pest Control - Syracuse Partner — 2026 Snow Tower Sponsor supporting the Skaneateles Ski Club
- Greek Peak Partner — Provides discounted lift tickets and multi-day passes to Skaneateles Ski Club members during specific dates in the 2024–2025 season.
- Indy Pass Partner — Partner resort relationship enabling members to access two free lift tickets and a third discounted day at other partner resorts via the Indy Pass.
- IndyPass Partner — Proud partner, indicating participation in the IndyPass reciprocal skiing program.
- Insurance on Hudson Partner — 2026 Snow Tower Sponsor supporting the Skaneateles Ski Club
- JM R Excavation LLC Partner — 2026 Barn Sponsor supporting the Skaneateles Ski Club
- JMRE Excavation LLC Partner — Barn sponsor for the 2026 season.
- KS Electric Partner — 2026 Snow Tower Sponsor supporting the Skaneateles Ski Club
- Kleis Equipment Partner — 2026 Snow Tower Sponsor supporting the Skaneateles Ski Club
- MNK Homes Partner — 2026 Snow Tower Sponsor supporting the Skaneateles Ski Club
- McClurg Team Partner — 2026 Snow Tower Sponsor supporting the Skaneateles Ski Club
- Plattekill Mountain Partner — Provides tiered lift ticket discounts and special event-day pricing to Skaneateles Ski Club members.
- Rockbridge Invest Partner — 2026 Snow Tower Sponsor supporting the Skaneateles Ski Club
- Secondary Membership Partner — Offers discounted or alternative membership for families already holding season passes at other ski areas.
- Sirius Orthodontics Partner — 2026 Snow Tower Sponsor supporting the Skaneateles Ski Club
- Skaneateles Bakery Partner — 2026 Snow Tower Sponsor supporting the Skaneateles Ski Club
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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.
- Family Inclusion Through Barrier Reductionmethodology: family_inclusionBy removing cost and access barriers for young children and involving parents in instruction, the club increases participation and skill development because family-centered engagement builds confidence and long-term involvement in skiing.
- Individualized and Inclusive Ski Instructionmethodology: individualized_instructionBy offering private, age-inclusive instruction starting at age 4 for all skill levels, the club supports personalized learning progression because tailored teaching accommodates diverse learner needs and fosters sustained engagement.
- Member-Owned, Volunteer-Run Modelmethodology: community_operated_modelBy operating as a member-owned and volunteer-run organization, the ski club sustains community-based winter recreation because shared ownership and labor foster stewardship, reduce operational costs, and strengthen community engagement.