irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $882KCAMP - OVER THE SUMMER, BCNY'S HARRIMAN BASE CAMP HOSTED ANOTHER SUMMER OF SLEEP AWAY CAMP. MEMBERS WERE ABLE TO CULTIVATE INDEPENDENCE AND CONNECTIONS TO NATURE AND THEIR PEERS IN BEAUTIFUL HARRIMAN STATE PARK.
- #2 $578KEDUCATIONAL SERVICES - BCNY ENGAGES WITH MEMBERS TO BUILD ACADEMIC CONFIDENCE AND A LOVE OF LEARNING. OUR SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS LIKE HIGH SCHOOL ACCESS, FAMILY ACADEMY, READ, HOMEWORK ASSISTANCE, PROJECT TEACH AND CAREER AND COLLEGE PREP SUPPORT MEMBERS AND THEIR FAMILIES AS THEY PLAN FOR THEIR FUTURES.
named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Aquatics Program
Free swimming instruction and aquatic activities at Gerry Clubhouse (East Harlem) and Abbe Clubhouse (Flushing), including Learn to Swim, Swim Team, Hydro Training, and Junior Lifeguard programs.
Counselor-in-Training (CIT) Program
Six-week paid leadership program for teens ages 16+ to develop workforce and leadership skills while preparing for future roles as camp staff.
Educational Services
Academic support programs including Homework Assistance, High School Access, Family Academy, READ, Project Teach, and Career and College Prep to build academic confidence and future readiness.
Project Lifeguard
Stipend-supported program for youth ages 15–21 to earn Red Cross Deep Water Lifeguard Certification and receive job placement support at pools and beaches across New York City.
Scuba Diving Program
Partnership with YDIVE at Abbe Clubhouse offering scuba diving training, culminating in open water certification trips to Virginia.
Sleepaway Camp at Harriman Basecamp
Two-week residential summer camp for boys and young men ages 10–17, featuring outdoor activities such as swimming, fishing, canoeing, hiking, archery, and team-building challenges in Harriman State Park.
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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College Access and Success Support 1 activity
- Delivering academic support and college/career preparationOffers comprehensive educational programming including homework help, tutoring, early literacy (READ program), STEAM education, test preparation, and high school application support. Provides career training, internship placement, college exploration, and stipend opportunities for older members, with 97% of High School Access participants accepted into one of their top three choices.
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Direct Mental Health Counseling and Support Services 1 activity
- Delivering mental health and wellness servicesProvides one-on-one and group counseling for members and families through a social work team, along with wellness activities such as guided meditation, yoga, sensory art, parent and youth support groups, and mental health events to support emotional regulation and well-being.
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Youth Counselor-in-Training Programs 1 activity
- Offering youth leadership and workforce developmentRuns leadership programs including Youth Councils, Counselor-in-Training (CIT) programs for ages 16+, and Teen Training with stipends to build communication, decision-making, and job readiness skills. Prepares participants for future roles as camp staff, community leaders, and employees, with documented placements in internships and full-time jobs.
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Community Fitness and Aquatics Programming 1 activity
- Operating athletic and aquatics programsProvides access to first-class athletic facilities and coaching, offering programs in cycling, fitness, martial arts, team sports, wrestling, yoga, and intramural sports. Includes aquatics programming such as swim lessons, swim team, hydro training, junior lifeguard certification, scuba diving, and open water certification trips, with free pool access expanded to 1,000 additional members after reopening the Gerry Clubhouse pool.
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After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Operating inclusive afterschool, weekend, and summer programsProvides free afterschool, weekend, and summer programs for boys and young men across four New York City locations, serving nearly 4,500 annually. Programs focus on competence, confidence, connection to community, and character development through structured activities in academics, arts, sports, leadership, and recreation.
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Comprehensive K–12 Arts Education 1 activity
- Providing arts and creative expression programsOffers structured programs in over 19 arts disciplines including music, theater, mural painting, photography, digital art, animation, film, and music production to support creative development and expression among boys and young men.
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Guided Outdoor Expedition Programs 1 activity
- Running sleepaway camp and outdoor experiential programsOperates a two-week sleepaway camp in Harriman State Park for boys and young men ages 10–17, offering swimming, fishing, canoeing, hiking, camping, and archery. Also runs the BCNY Explorers program to bring nature and cultural experiences into the city, increasing equitable access to outdoor and recreational opportunities.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$19.20M
Contributions & grants$14.43M75%
Program service revenue$1.46M8%
Investment income$3.43M18%
Other revenue$-124K
expenses
Total expenses$12.84M
Program expenses75%
Admin / overhead19%
Fundraising6%
Salaries & benefits$7.93M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$144.76M
Cash$8.99M
Investments$102.24M
Liabilities$25.81M
Net assets$118.95M
Liquid reserves104.0 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -2.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 6
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| STEPHEN TOSH | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 35 | $314K |
| MICHAEL STULTZ | DIRECTOR OF IT AND OPERATIONS | 35 | $167K |
| RAVALI CEYYUR | MANAGING DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT | 35 | $157K |
| YARITZA CORTES | CHIEF OF STAFF | 35 | $156K |
| AVITA BANSEE | DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS | 35 | $144K |
| ANTONIO APONTE | CLUBHOUSE DIRECTOR | 35 | $137K |
board members · 19
- ALEXANDER T ROBERTSON — VICE PRESIDENT
- ANJALI MELWANI — TRUSTEE (OUTGOING)
- AVERELL H MORTIMER — VICE PRESIDENT
- BARCLAY G JONES III — TRUSTEE (OUTGOING)
- CALVERT S MOORE — TRUSTEE
- CYNTHIA VAN ECK — TRUSTEE (OUTGOING)
- DAMIEN DWIN — VICE PRESIDENT
- DERICK H LEWIS — TRUSTEE (OUTGOING)
- ELLEN G BREED — TRUSTEE
- F LYON POLK III — TRUSTEE
- JAMES F CURTIS III — TRUSTEE (OUTGOING)
- JEFFEREY A SPITZER — TRUSTEE (OUTGOING)
- JOHN D CLARK — TRUSTEE
- KEVIN W STONE — TREASURER
- KITTY NORTHROP FRIEDMAN — TRUSTEE (OUTGOING)
- LEE S AINSLIE III — TRUSTEE
- LEWIS HART — TRUSTEE
- MARY E SHERIDAN — TRUSTEE
- MICHAEL A NICKOLS JR — TRUSTEE (OUTGOING)
relationships · 28
Who they work with
- America on Tech Partner — Collaborates on Project Tech, providing technology education programming for boys.
- American Camp Association Partner — Provided a Character at Camp grant to support character development programming at Harriman Basecamp.
- American Red Cross Partner — Partnership to deliver Junior Lifeguard and Learn-to-Swim programs.
- Aromas Boutique Bakery Partner — Collaborates with BCNY through its owner, Chef Eileen, who teaches culinary skills to members.
- Art & Resistance Through Education Partner — Programming partner providing educational and artistic opportunities for members.
- Biobus Partner — Programming partner offering mobile science education experiences.
- Bloomberg LP Partner — Partner organization that provided an internship and subsequent full-time employment opportunity for a BCNY alumnus.
- CUNY Partner — Programming partner collaborating on educational or college readiness initiatives.
- City Pickle Partner — Programming partner involved in recreational or wellness programming.
- Elbridge T. Gerry, Jr. Partner — Clubhouse renamed in honor of Elbridge T. Gerry, Jr., indicating a historical or naming partnership.
- Ever Forward Club Partner — Programming partner supporting youth development and mentorship.
- Evernorth Health Services Partner — Partnered with BCNY for a free farmer's market event at Tiger Clubhouse.
- FDNY Partner — Programming partner collaborating on public safety education or career exposure.
- Gerry Clubhouse Partner — Hosts the Saturday Night Lights program as part of BCNY's athletic initiatives.
- Goodr Partner — Partnered with BCNY for a free farmer's market event at Tiger Clubhouse.
- Hotchkiss School Partner — BCNY connects students with Hotchkiss School alumni to support transition to boarding school.
- Manhattan DA Cyrus R. Vance, Jr. Partner — Programming partner supporting justice-related or youth development initiatives.
- Mott Haven Community Partner — Engages with the Mott Haven community through events, workshops, and local partnerships to support youth development.
- Museum of Hip Hop Partner — Programming partner offering cultural and arts-based programming.
- NBA Total Health Partner — Partnered with BCNY for a free farmer's market event at Tiger Clubhouse.
- NYPD Partner — Programming partner engaged in community policing or youth outreach efforts.
- S.A.V.E. Partner — Programming partner engaged in youth safety or violence prevention initiatives.
- SUNY Partner — Programming partner involved in educational or college access programs.
- StoryCorps Partner — Programming partner facilitating oral history and storytelling projects with youth.
- The Apollo Partner — Collaborates on programs including Oral History and Soundtrack Production.
- USA Swimming Foundation Funder — Recipient of the 2026 Youth Learn-to-Swim Grant for aquatics programming.
- Wollman Rink Partner — Programming partner providing access to recreational skating and outdoor activities.
- YDIVE Partner — Partners with YDIVE to offer scuba diving programming to members at Abbe Clubhouse.
strategies · 5
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 and Holistic Program Integration 338 orgsmethodology: holistic_youth_developmentBy integrating academics, arts, athletics, and social-emotional learning through experiential, hands-on programming, we produce deeper engagement and skill retention because multi-domain, real-world experiences reflect how boys naturally learn and grow.shared approach: Holistic Youth Development →
- Mentorship and Developmental Continuity 338 orgsmethodology: developmental_youth_journeyThrough sustained mentorship and a structured journey from childhood to young adulthood, we support long-term growth because consistent, trusting relationships with adults and peers create the stability needed for developmental progress and alumni success.shared approach: Holistic Youth Development →
- Youth Development Through the 4Cs Framework 338 orgsmethodology: 4Cs_youth_development_frameworkBy intentionally nurturing competence, confidence, character, and connection—the 4Cs—we foster holistic youth development because these core elements collectively drive long-term personal growth, engagement, and resilience in boys and young men.shared approach: Holistic Youth Development →
- Youth Agency and Identity Development 115 orgsmethodology: youth_agency_modelBy offering member choice, youth-led governance, and opportunities to explore identity—especially around reimagined masculinity—we build leadership and self-efficacy because autonomy and safe self-expression are foundational to adolescent development and long-term behavioral change.shared approach: Youth-Led Experiential Development →
- Workforce Readiness via Applied Learningmethodology: workforce_readiness_through_engagementBy embedding workforce skills in applied, interest-driven programs like aquatics certification and digital technology projects, we increase career readiness because real-world application and paid pathways make skill-building meaningful and motivationally relevant.