irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $163KFARMING - A WORKING FARM IS OPERATED BY THE ORGANIZATION AS AN EDUCATIONAL TOOL FOR THE CHILDREN. THE WORKING FARM INCLUDES BOTH CROPS AND ANIMALS AND ALLOWS CHILDREN TO OBSERVE HOW A FARM IS OPERATED FIRST HAND, ESPECIALLY FOR THOSE CHILDREN WHO LIVE IN SUBURBAN AND URBAN AREAS AND ARE UNABLE TO WITNESS A WORKING FARM IN PRACTICE.
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
LIT (Leader-in-Training) Program
Leadership development program for older campers transitioning into counseling roles; builds responsibility, mentorship, and character through structured training and on-the-job experience
Rookie Day
One-day immersive experience for prospective campers (entering grades 2–6) to participate in camp activities, meet counselors, and experience the camp environment; includes family tour and director meetings
Summer Camp Program
7-week residential summer camp divided into 4-week and 3-week sessions for children entering grades 2–12; includes structured activities by age group, swimming, sports, creative arts, and camp-wide traditions such as Carnival, Olympics, and Shabbat services
Working Farm Education Program
Hands-on educational farm with crops and animals that allows children, especially those from urban and suburban areas, to observe and learn about agricultural operations firsthand
activities · 10 groups
What they do
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Admissions Outreach and Enrollment Support 1 activity
- Conduct year-round camp tours and outreach eventsOffers private camp tours year-round, hosts Open Houses in New York and Florida, conducts home interviews for prospective families, and provides guided tours during camp sessions from June to August; also coordinates pre-camp group tours with childcare and volunteer opportunities.
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Youth Counselor-in-Training Programs 1 activity
- Offer peer mentorship and counselor-led camper supportFacilitates peer mentorship through older campers guiding younger peers and supports camper well-being through dedicated counselor care and alumni-led initiatives.
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Seasonal Swimming Pool Operations 1 activity
- Offer supervised recreational activities including swimming, fishing, and boatingProvides daily swimming opportunities using two on-site pools differentiated by depth and staffed by certified lifeguards; offers supervised fishing and boating on an on-site lake.
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Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
- Operate 7-week summer camp program for youth developmentOperates a 7-week summer camp on a 1,200-acre property in Earlton, New York, fostering a welcoming community for children ages 5–14 through structured activities, signature events (Carnival, Banquet, Visiting Day, Olympics), and non-redundant scheduling from June to August.
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Residential Camp Health & Safety Services 1 activity
- Operate on-site infirmary with professional medical staffingOperates an air-conditioned infirmary staffed by a registered nurse, with access to off-site medical care within 22 miles.
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Agricultural Training and Education Programs 1 activity
- Provide educational farm experience for childrenOperates a working farm with crops and animals as an educational tool, offering children first-hand experience in farm operations as part of the camp program.
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Summer Camp Access Scholarships 1 activity
- Provide financial assistance for camp participationOffers financial assistance to families registered for camp sessions, including refunds of payments made (minus a $100 administrative fee) if withdrawal occurs for financial reasons.
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Financial Aid and Scholarship Access Programs 1 activity
- Provide scholarships for college-bound counselorsProvides scholarships to college-bound counselors who demonstrate exceptional aptitude and character.
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Campus Facility Operations and Management 1 activity
- Upgrade and maintain camp facilitiesDeveloped and maintains an expanded campus with updated facilities including bunks, dining hall, swimming pools, Sports Center, theater, and infirmary to meet evolving camper needs.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Host prospective camper day programHosts a one-day program for prospective campers entering grades 2 through 6 to experience camp activities alongside current campers, with a $75 participation fee and a registration discount for 2027 offered to all participants.
- Provide meals with dietary accommodationsServes meals prepared from scratch in a state-of-the-art kitchen, including accommodations for nut allergies and offering gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan dietary options.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.40M
Contributions & grants$381K27%
Program service revenue$945K67%
Investment income$63K5%
Other revenue$13K
expenses
Total expenses$1.85M
Program expenses77%
Admin / overhead22%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$585K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$2.87M
Cash$42K
Investments$230K
Liabilities$239K
Net assets$2.63M
Liquid reserves1.8 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +4.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 3
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| RICHARD LERNER | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $125K |
| IRA ALTMAN | ASSISTANT DIRECTOR | 1 | $35K |
| CHERYL JANER | SECRETARY | 1 | $7K |
board members · 11
- CARY SPIEGEL — VICE PRESIDENT/DIRECTOR
- DANIEL COHN — DIRECTOR
- ERIC KESSLER — VICE PRESIDENT
- GAIL WOLFE — DIRECTOR
- HAROLD WEINMAN — DIRECTOR
- MICHAEL MENIS — TREASURER
- MICHAEL SCHWARTZ — DIRECTOR
- RICHARD LAWRENCE — PRESIDENT & ASSISTANT TREA
- ROBERTA KOENIGSBERG — DIRECTOR
- ROBIN DIAMANT — DIRECTOR
- STACY BUDKOFSKY — EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR/DIRECTOR
relationships · 8
Who they work with
- American Red Cross Partner — Provides certification for lifeguards and Water Safety Swim Instructors at camp.
- Cohen family Network — Multi-generational family leadership and stewardship of Tranquillity Camp, committed to preserving the founder's mission
- Fordham University Partner — Alma mater where Alexa Eagle earned a master’s degree in Social Work.
- Stacy Partner — Point of contact for questions about financial assistance and grant applications.
- Stacy Partner — Staff member who personally coordinates and schedules tours for visitors.
- Towson University Partner — Alma mater where Alexa Eagle earned a bachelor’s degree in Family Studies.
- Tranquillity Alumni & Friends Board of Directors Network — Stacy Budkofsky served on the board for many years and held the role of president for six years.
- Zeffy Partner — Platform used for Rookie Day ticketing and registration
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.
- Experiential Education Through Farm Immersionmethodology: experiential-educationBy engaging children in hands-on farm activities, the organization teaches agricultural knowledge and life skills, because direct interaction with animals and crops creates deeper learning and personal growth than classroom instruction alone.
- Internal Staff Development for Continuity and Trustmethodology: home-grown_staff_developmentBy training former campers as counselors through a Leader-in-Training program, the organization builds trusted caregiving relationships and program continuity, because alumni staff carry cultural understanding and lived experience that enhance camper safety and belonging.
- Residential Camp as Transformative Development Environmentmethodology: residential-youth-developmentBy removing children from daily pressures and immersing them in a supportive, tradition-rich residential community, the organization fosters confidence, belonging, and character growth, because sustained disconnection from routine enables emotional regulation, peer bonding, and identity development.