named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Live Performance Tracking and Insights
System using safety compliance data and member satisfaction scores to provide real-time feedback and inform promotion decisions for staff
Mentorship and Succession Planning
Program pairing new hires with veteran staff to transfer institutional knowledge and identify future leaders through long-term performance observation
Oceanfront Network Services
Technical division providing maritime-hardened Wi-Fi, networking, and IT support for yachts and club operations, leveraging staff cross-training from hospitality and service roles
Seasonal Goal Setting and Off-Season Specialization
Workforce development approach aligning employee growth with seasonal rhythms, offering training and credentialing during slower winter months
Structured Competency Frameworks
Career development system that maps credentials, enables cross-training, and defines clear advancement paths in roles across hospitality, maritime, and tech services
Youth Sailing and Outdoor Education
Hands-on program using sailing and nature-based activities to teach teens teamwork, leadership, and personal responsibility through real-time decision-making on the water
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Recreational Boating and Sailing Programs 3 activities
- Facilitating youth engagement and leadership developmentEngages youth in sailing experiences that promote environmental awareness and decision-making, shoreline cleanup projects, and a peer mentoring program where older youth guide younger participants to build leadership and social skills.
- Organizing boating-related events and supervised recreational activitiesCoordinates racing events and group cruises through a Fleet Captain, maintains a dedicated fishing dock, and operates a supervised swimming area with a sandy beach, designated swimming zone, and certified lifeguard on duty during operating hours.
- Providing boating services and yacht managementOperates a travel lift capable of hauling boats up to 50 feet, provides seasonal boat storage including fall haul-out, winter yard storage, and spring launch services, and offers professional yacht care including maintenance, repairs, cleaning, provisioning, crew support, winterization, and 24/7 security patrols. Also provides route planning, docking assistance, and safety compliance services on New York waterways.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Hosting personal, family, and community eventsHosts birthdays, weddings, multigenerational gatherings, concerts, campouts, and holiday parties for adults and children. Also engages with and supports the City Island community through events and outreach.
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Guest Lodging for Members and Affiliates 1 activity
- Offering guest moorings and member amenitiesProvides guest moorings for visiting yachts (up to 400 lbs) with an overnight fee of $50 and offers members access to all club facilities, including locker and kayak/paddleboard rack rentals, secure gated entry with access cards, and free wireless internet access.
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Private Social and Recreational Clubs 1 activity
- Operating a private waterfront club with recreational and dining amenitiesProvides a private beach, fishing pier, picnic areas, boat launch operations, and a restaurant with fine dining and waterfront views for members and guests. The club also offers lunch and dinner service prepared by an executive chef and facilities for private events accommodating up to 250 guests.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Rebuilding and maintaining club infrastructureRebuilt a new clubhouse from the ground up after the original was destroyed in a fire on March 9, 2012, and maintains high-grade, water-resistant Wi-Fi boosters to ensure stable internet connectivity in maritime environments.
- Staff training and professional developmentTrains staff in emergency response, first aid, and ecological compliance, and supports employee development through skill guides, credential mapping in boat systems and safe handling, performance tracking, off-season training, mentorship programs, and succession planning based on multi-year assessments.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.40M
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$1.40M100%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$1.69M
Program expenses0%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$355K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$3.83M
Cash$264K
Investments$0
Liabilities$2.30M
Net assets$1.53M
Liquid reserves1.9 mo
4 years on record · 2021–2024 · YoY revenue -21.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 9
- Bernardino Esposito — Director
- Corley Schaller — Director
- Dennis Owens — Director
- Greg Penny JR — Director
- John Fusco — Director
- Joseph Krammer — Director
- Kevin Flynn — Director
- Mike Rauh — Director
- Steve Owens — Director
relationships · 12
Who they work with
- City Island Partner — Geographic location where Morris YBC is situated and where its operations are deeply integrated into the local maritime environment.
- City Island Partner — Integral part of the City Island community, contributing to its local identity and serving as a community landmark.
- Facebook Partner — Social media presence on Facebook
- Grace Episcopal Church Partner — Located on City Island near the club; listed as part of local community resources.
- Instagram Partner — Social media presence on Instagram
- Oceanfront Network Services Partner — Collaborates to support employee transitions from hospitality roles to technical support roles using transferable skills.
- St. Mary Star of the Sea R.C. Church Partner — Located on City Island near the club; listed as part of local community resources.
- Steve Owens Partner — Catering Manager responsible for coordinating private events at the dining facility.
- Temple Beth El Partner — Located on City Island near the club; listed as part of local community resources.
- Trinity United Methodist Church Partner — Located on City Island near the club; listed as part of local community resources.
- Yelp Partner — Presence on Yelp for reviews and visibility
- ezlocalstate.com Partner — Business office partner providing administrative support and WiFi access information.
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 for Youth Developmentmethodology: experiential-educationBy placing youth in dynamic marine environments that require real-time decision-making, the organization builds resilience, leadership, and self-awareness, because hands-on challenges combined with normalized failure create powerful growth opportunities and foster a growth mindset.
- Member-Governed Community Modelmethodology: member-governed decision-makingBy involving members directly in governance through voting and meetings, the organization strengthens ownership and commitment, because participatory decision-making fosters deeper engagement and sustains a community-centered culture.
- Recreation-Based Community Buildingmethodology: recreation-based community buildingBy engaging individuals in shared outdoor and water-based recreational activities, the organization fosters deep, multigenerational community connections and a sense of belonging, because participation in communal maritime experiences strengthens social bonds and encourages long-term membership engagement.