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BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS OF SCHENECTADY INC

SCHENECTADY, NY · EIN 141364595 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE O230 · Youth Development · Medium ($1M-$10M) · bgcschenectady.org
revenue
$3.7M
expenses
$3.9M
net assets
$20.0M
employees
252
volunteers
175
program ratio
81%
mission · from form 990

TO INSPIRE AND ENABLE ALL YOUNG PEOPLE, ESPECIALLY THOSE WHO NEED US MOST, TO REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL AS PRODUCTIVE, CARING, RESPONSIBLE CITIZENS.

profile · synthesized from sources

Boys & Girls Clubs of Schenectady provides youth development services to children and teens ages 6 to 18 across Schenectady County, NY. Through a range of programs in education, health, workforce readiness, and leadership, the organization offers a safe, supportive environment where young people can grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Founded in 1936, it serves over 7,600 youth annually through clubhouses, schools, parks, and summer camps.

named programs · 10 · from sources

What they call their work

CareerLaunch
Workforce readiness program for teens ages 13–18 that builds job-search skills, career exploration, college planning, and includes job shadowing and mentoring.
Keystone Club
Leadership development program for teens ages 14–18 focused on academic success, career preparation, and community service with adult guidance.
Power Hour: Making Minutes Count
Homework help and tutoring program for ages 6–18, providing structured academic support in a supervised, encouraging environment after school.
Project Learn
Academic enrichment program that supports school engagement through homework help, tutoring, reading, and cognitive skill-building activities during non-school hours.
SMART Girls
Health and self-esteem program for girls ages 8–18 focusing on nutrition, fitness, positive relationships, and mentoring with adult women.
SMART Moves
Prevention program for youth ages 6–15 addressing substance abuse and premature sexual activity through skill-building, role-playing, and peer influence education.
Summer Brain Gain
Summer learning program with themed, standards-aligned modules to prevent learning loss, including literacy-focused "Read!" component for elementary through high school students.
Triple Play: A Game Plan for the Mind, Body & Soul
Health and wellness program promoting physical activity, nutrition, and social-emotional development for all ages, co-sponsored by Anthem Foundation and The Coca-Cola Company.
Youth of the Year
Leadership recognition and development program for all ages, including Youth of the Month, Junior Youth of the Year, and culminating in the national Youth of the Year award.
diplomas2Degrees (d2D)
College readiness program for teens ages 13+ that supports high school graduation, post-secondary planning, college tours, financial aid assistance, and adult mentoring.
activities · 11 groups

What they do

  • After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
    • Academic support and homework help
      Offers academic support including homework help during operating hours at club locations, delivered in collaboration with Schenectady City School District teachers at school-based sites to support student learning and achievement.
  • Curated Art Exhibitions and Public Displays 1 activity
    • Arts and creative expression programs
      Offers year-round arts programming including ImageMakers (photography), the National Fine Arts Exhibit initiative, and use of a performing arts theater, with youth works exhibited locally and regionally to foster artistic development.
  • Event Venue Rental Services 1 activity
    • Facility rentals for community use
      Operates and rents out facilities including the 28,000 square foot Adeline Wright Graham Clubhouse and the 5,000 square foot Adirondack-style building at Camp Lovejoy for private events, featuring commercial kitchens, meeting spaces, and outdoor decks.
  • Youth Health and Wellness Education 1 activity
    • Health and wellness initiatives
      Implements the Triple Play health and wellness program, promoting physical activity and nutrition, which has made over 14.4 million youth connections since 2005 across Club sites.
  • Child & Youth Meal Programs 1 activity
    • Provision of meals and snacks to youth
      Provides healthy meals and snacks daily to youth members at all club locations, serving over 100,000 meals and snacks annually. This includes afternoon snacks and dinners provided at multiple clubhouse and program sites.
  • Community Fitness and Aquatics Programming 1 activity
    • Recreational and athletic programs
      Provides access to recreational activities including games rooms, sports coaching, and gym facilities to promote physical engagement and wellness among youth members.
  • Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
    • Summer camp and enrichment programs
      Operates summer programs including Camp Lovejoy in Altamont, NY, offering structured enrichment, academic support through initiatives like Summer Brain Gain, and recreational activities for youth members.
  • Youth Development Programs 1 activity
    • Youth development programs across multiple sites
      Operates youth programs across 18 sites in Schenectady County, including four clubhouses, afterschool programs in Schenectady City Schools, city parks, summer camps, and an employment program, serving youth ages 6 to 18. These programs aim to enable young people, especially those in poverty, to reach their full potential through structured support and enrichment.
  • Youth Leadership Development Programs 1 activity
    • Youth leadership and community service engagement
      Leads the Million Members, Million Hours of Service initiative to engage youth in community service projects, fostering civic responsibility and leadership development.
  • Membership Program Administration 1 activity
    • Youth membership and family engagement via Parent Portal
      Offers youth membership to children aged 6 to 18 through an online application and nominal fee, with family access to a Parent Portal for purchasing memberships, uploading documents, and updating member information.
  • Youth Safety and Protection Programs 1 activity
    • Youth safety and crisis management
      Implements comprehensive safety protocols including a Crisis Management Plan, regular safety assessments, and adherence to Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s National Child Safety Standards to ensure a safe environment for all youth members.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$3.73M
Contributions & grants$3.21M86%
Program service revenue$134K4%
Investment income$198K5%
Other revenue$187K
expenses
Total expenses$3.95M
Program expenses81%
Admin / overhead15%
Fundraising4%
Salaries & benefits$2.66M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$20.21M
Cash$877K
Investments$8.46M
Liabilities$232K
Net assets$19.98M
Liquid reserves28.4 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +29.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 3
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
SHANE BARGY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (JULY-DEC) 40 $85K
MARIA CENTOR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (APR-JULY) 40 $60K
SCOTT HAYDEN EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (JAN-APR) 40 $34K
board members · 22
  • ANTHONY DURANTE — BOARD MEMBER
  • ASHOK RAMASUBRAMANIAN — BOARD MEMBER
  • BRITTANY MCAVOY — ADVISOR
  • CAROL SCHWEIZER — BOARD MEMBER
  • CHARLES ASSINI JR ESQ — BOARD MEMBER
  • CHARLES KILBOURNE III — BOARD MEMBER
  • CINDY PHILLIPPE — BOARD MEMBER
  • CYNTHIA SHULTZ — BOARD MEMBER
  • DAVID FUSCO — BOARD MEMBER
  • DEBBY MULLANEY — BOARD MEMBER
  • DEBRA HOTALING — BOARD MEMBER
  • HAILEAB SAMUEL — BOARD MEMBER
  • JON WINSLOW — CO-VICE PRESIDENT
  • JOSEPH PRYBA — BOARD MEMBER
  • JUSTIN CRESSWELL — BOARD MEMBER
  • KEVIN CURLEY — BOARD MEMBER
  • LARRY MOSSEY — BOARD MEMBER
  • MARK NAGELSMITH — BOARD MEMBER
  • MATTHEW SYPNIEWSKI — BOARD MEMBER
  • MATTHEW TEDESCHI — TREASURER
  • MICHAEL GODLEWSKI — BOARD MEMBER
  • NIC ZARRELLI — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 13

Who they work with

  • Adeline Graham Wright (AWG) Clubhouse Partner — Administrative office and document drop-off location for the organization.
  • Anthem Foundation Partner — Co-sponsor of the Triple Play health and wellness program
  • Attorney General of New York State Government — Financial statements are available through the office of the Attorney General of New York State.
  • Boys & Girls Clubs of America Network — Local affiliate of the national Boys & Girls Clubs of America network.
  • Businesses in Schenectady Partner — Partners with businesses for group volunteering, fundraising, and event or board committee participation.
  • City of Schenectady Police Department Partner — Local partner engaged in youth safety efforts
  • Schenectady City School District Partner — Collaborates on afterschool programs with joint staffing from Boys & Girls Clubs and SCSD teachers.
  • Schenectady City Schools Partner — Hosts afterschool programs in eight schools across the district.
  • Schenectady County Department of Social Services Partner — Local partner engaged in youth safety efforts
  • Schenectady County Office of Community Services (Mental Health) Partner — Local partner engaged in youth safety efforts
  • Schenectady County Probation Partner — Local partner engaged in youth safety efforts
  • Schenectady County Sheriff’s Department Partner — Local partner engaged in youth safety efforts
  • The Coca-Cola Company Partner — Founding partner of the Triple Play health and wellness program
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.

  • Holistic Youth Development Through Multi-Domain Programming
    methodology: holistic_youth_development
    By delivering coordinated programs across academic, social, physical, and creative domains, the organization enables youth—especially those facing disadvantages—to achieve their full potential, because integrated support systems address developmental needs more effectively than siloed interventions.
  • Mentorship as a Catalyst for Youth Well-Being and Development
    methodology: mentorship
    By fostering consistent, supportive relationships between youth and trained adults or volunteers, the organization promotes emotional well-being, goal setting, and positive development, because sustained mentorship builds trust and provides role models essential for at-risk youth.
  • Strengths-Based Approach to Empower Youth Potential
    methodology: strengths_based_youth_development
    By focusing on nurturing the inherent strengths and potential of each young person, the organization drives positive development outcomes, because affirming individual capabilities increases self-efficacy, engagement, and resilience.