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THE ADIRONDACK RUNNERS
GLENS FALLS, NY · EIN 141705606 · Form 990EZ · FY2024 · NTEE N40Z · Recreation & Sports · Micro (<$100K) · adirondackrunners.org
revenue
$56K
expenses
$58K
net assets
$18K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

TO PROMOTE FITNESS/HEALTH THROUGH RUNNING/RACING

profile · synthesized from sources

Running club and race organizer based in Glens Falls, NY, promoting fitness and health through organized running events. Hosts a series of road and trail races throughout the year, including 5Ks, 10Ks, and specialty events like the Memorial Day Mile. Proceeds from many races benefit local nonprofits, parks, and scholarship funds, while fostering community engagement around physical activity.

named programs · 6 · from sources

What they call their work

Adirondack Race to the Lakes
12 km (7.5 mile) race starting at SUNY Adirondack and finishing at Lake George Battlefield State Park, benefiting local fire departments, rescue squads, and TAR scholarships
Betar Byway 5K/Moreau Mile
Race and walk event benefiting the American Heart Association, open to all ages
Camp Saratoga 5K Trail Series
Summer trail race series held on Mondays at Camp Saratoga, benefiting the Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park
Glens Falls Memorial Day Mile
Annual point-to-point race held on Memorial Day that supports local veterans organizations
Prospect Mountain Road Race
Annual 5.67-mile uphill race to the summit of Prospect Mountain, supporting the Michelle Lafontaine Nursing Scholarship Fund
Rail Trail to the Footbridge 5K and Kids 1K
Scenic rail trail race in Granville, NY featuring a kids' 1K event to encourage youth participation in fitness
activities · 6 groups

What they do

  • Charity Event Organization 1 activity
    • Fund community nonprofits and causes through race proceeds
      Funds local nonprofits, youth programs, and community causes through proceeds generated by races; has donated tens of thousands of dollars annually, including nearly $20,000 per year, with specific beneficiaries including the Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park and the Glens Falls Medical Mission.
  • Youth Sports Access and Equipment Support 1 activity
    • Operate shoe donation program for student-athletes
      Runs the E. John Loucks Sneaker Program, which provides running shoes to local student-athletes in need.
  • Organized Running and Triathlon Events 1 activity
    • Organize annual running races and event series
      Organizes six annual races in and around Glens Falls, New York, including a 10K run, a 5K run/walk, and a free 1K family fun run. Also hosts recurring event series such as the Camp Saratoga 5K Summer Trail Series on multiple Monday evenings during summer months.
  • Website Accessibility Implementation 1 activity
    • Promote digital accessibility
      Ensures website accessibility by using clear structure, simple navigation, text alternatives for images, responsive design across devices, and offering direct assistance or alternative formats upon request, while welcoming visitor feedback to improve access.
  • Local High School Scholarship Programs 1 activity
    • Provide scholarships and support to young runners
      Provides annual scholarships totaling $3,000 to local high school seniors and offers broader support, encouragement, and resources for young runners, including access to programs and events.
  • Membership Program Administration 1 activity
    • Support club members through events, incentives, and communications
      Offers members discounts on club races, automatic entry into the Grand Prix Series, mileage tracking with incentives, social events such as breakfast runs and parties, and a monthly newsletter.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$56K
Contributions & grants$6K11%
Program service revenue$44K80%
Investment income$90%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$58K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out$29K
balance sheet
Total assets$18K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$18K
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -12.3%
relationships · 9

Who they work with

  • Common Roots Brewing Partner — Featured brewery providing beer vouchers to runners 21+ at The Cerveza Shuffle event.
  • Glen Falls Medical Mission Partner — Beneficiary organization supported through proceeds from The Cerveza Shuffle event.
  • Glens Falls Medical Mission Partner — Beneficiary of proceeds from The Cerveza Shuffle 5K/10K
  • Hulett Landing Volunteer Fire Co. Partner — Recipient of community donations from Adirondack Runners.
  • Saratoga Stryders Partner — Provides registration platform and offers members a discount on race fees
  • Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park Partner — Beneficiary of proceeds from the Camp Saratoga 5K Summer Trail Series
  • Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park Partner — Beneficiary of proceeds from the Camp Saratoga 5K Trail Series.
  • local nonprofits Partner — Receives funding from Adirondack Runners through donations of race proceeds and club initiatives.
  • youth programs Partner — Receives funding from Adirondack Runners through donations of race proceeds and club initiatives.
strategies · 2

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.

  • Running as a Vehicle for Health and Community Engagement
    methodology: running-for-health
    By organizing inclusive running events and promoting participation at all levels, the organization fosters community health and physical fitness because engagement in running activities encourages sustained healthy behaviors and strengthens community bonds.
  • Youth Engagement Through Scholarships and Role Modeling
    methodology: scholarship-based youth engagement
    By awarding scholarships to youth who exemplify the spirit of running, the organization promotes long-term healthy lifestyles because recognition reinforces positive behavior and increases youth investment in running as a lifelong practice.