What they call their work
What they do
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After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Academic support and homework helpOffers 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.
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Curated Art Exhibitions and Public Displays 1 activity
- Arts and creative expression programsOffers 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.
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Event Venue Rental Services 1 activity
- Facility rentals for community useOperates 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.
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Youth Health and Wellness Education 1 activity
- Health and wellness initiativesImplements 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.
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Child & Youth Meal Programs 1 activity
- Provision of meals and snacks to youthProvides 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.
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Community Fitness and Aquatics Programming 1 activity
- Recreational and athletic programsProvides access to recreational activities including games rooms, sports coaching, and gym facilities to promote physical engagement and wellness among youth members.
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Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
- Summer camp and enrichment programsOperates 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.
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Youth Development Programs 1 activity
- Youth development programs across multiple sitesOperates 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.
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Youth Leadership Development Programs 1 activity
- Youth leadership and community service engagementLeads the Million Members, Million Hours of Service initiative to engage youth in community service projects, fostering civic responsibility and leadership development.
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Membership Program Administration 1 activity
- Youth membership and family engagement via Parent PortalOffers 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.
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Youth Safety and Protection Programs 1 activity
- Youth safety and crisis managementImplements 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.
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Who runs it
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| SHANE BARGY | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (JULY-DEC) | 40 | $85K |
| MARIA CENTOR | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (APR-JULY) | 40 | $60K |
| SCOTT HAYDEN | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (JAN-APR) | 40 | $34K |
- 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
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
How they approach the work
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- Holistic Youth Development Through Multi-Domain Programmingmethodology: holistic_youth_developmentBy 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 Developmentmethodology: mentorshipBy 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 Potentialmethodology: strengths_based_youth_developmentBy 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.