named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Camping Services
Provides camping facilities and outdoor recreational opportunities for members
Golf Facilities
Provides golf course access and related services to members
Restaurant Facilities
Operates dining services and catering for members and guests
Swimming and Tennis Facilities
Offers seasonal swimming and tennis amenities for club members
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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Private Social and Recreational Clubs 2 activities
- Operate private country club with golf, tennis, swimming, and dining amenitiesThe organization operates a private family-oriented country club on 325 acres in Rensselaer County, New York, offering recreational and social activities including golf, tennis, swimming, and dining for members of all ages. The club maintains an 18-hole championship golf course, five red clay tennis courts, pickleball and platform tennis facilities, an Olympic-size swimming pool, and multiple dining venues.
- Operate social club with recreational and dining facilitiesProvides golf, swimming, tennis, camping, and restaurant services to members at a private social club.
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Amateur and Professional Golf Tournament Hosting 1 activity
- Host competitive and amateur golf championshipsThe club hosts regional and state-level amateur golf championships, including the NYS Men’s Amateur Championship (four prior events) and the upcoming 2025 Men’s Mid-Amateur Championship, leveraging its status as a championship-caliber 18-hole course and the final design by Walter J. Travis.
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Event Venue Rental Services 1 activity
- Host weddings, social events, and corporate functionsThe club hosts weddings, family celebrations (including baby christenings, graduations, and baby showers), and corporate events such as dinners, fundraisers, galas, and holiday parties. Events can accommodate up to 300 guests and feature customizable indoor and outdoor spaces, tailored menus, and personalized planning services for both members and non-members.
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Private Golf Course Operations 1 activity
- Maintain and restore golf course and clubhouse facilitiesThe club conducts ongoing maintenance and restoration of its 18-hole, 6,663-yard golf course and clubhouse, including recent upgrades such as a state-of-the-art irrigation system, bunker and tee area improvements, new cart paths, and interior renovations featuring updated furnishings, flooring, wall treatments, and a redesigned golf shop. The course, designed by Walter J. Travis, incorporates his signature design principles with strategically placed bunkers and undulating greens.
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Country Club Golf Instruction and Facilities 1 activity
- Operate golf shop with premium apparel and equipmentThe club operates an on-site golf shop offering high-end accessories, apparel, and equipment from premium brands such as Callaway, FootJoy, TaylorMade, Travis Mathew, Greg Norman, and Vineyard Vines.
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Youth Sports and Recreation Programs at Private Clubs 1 activity
- Operate summer camp for members' childrenThe club runs a summer camp for children of members, offering activities in golf, tennis, swimming, dance, arts and crafts, and more. The program operates for five weeks annually in July and August, with enrollment limited to 20 campers per week.
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Private Club Dining Services 1 activity
- Provide dining services and event-specific menusThe club provides dining services across multiple indoor and outdoor venues, including the Members’ Lounge, Snack Bar, and Porch, featuring seasonal menus made with fresh, local ingredients. It also designs special menus for events and member gatherings throughout the year.
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Racquet Sports Facility and Programming 1 activity
- Provide golf and racquet sports instruction and programmingThe club offers professional instruction in golf and racquet sports through private lessons and group clinics for all skill levels. It organizes a regular schedule of men's, women's, and mixed tennis events during the playing season and supports year-round play on red clay tennis, pickleball, and platform tennis courts.
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Competitive and Learn-to-Swim Programs 1 activity
- Run youth swim team program with seasonal competitionsThe club operates a swim team program for children ages 5 to 16, running during June and July each year. The program concludes with an annual awards banquet to recognize participants and their families.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$3.71M
Contributions & grants$2.15M58%
Program service revenue$935K25%
Investment income$5K0%
Other revenue$620K
expenses
Total expenses$3.63M
Program expenses0%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$1.94M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$2.45M
Cash$75K
Investments$0
Liabilities$916K
Net assets$1.53M
Liquid reserves0.3 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +5.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 19
- CHRISTOPHER BABCOCK — GOVERNOR
- DANIEL H LANDAUER — TREASURER -
- DAVID HASSO — GOVERNOR
- DAVID MOORADIAN — GOVERNOR
- DIANE BRYCE-ANGEL — GOVERNOR
- DONALD HENDERSON — GOVERNOR
- EILEEN MARCHIANO — SECRETARY
- JAMES KELLEY — GOVERNOR
- JAMES PATRICK — GOVERNOR
- JOHN HELD — COUNSEL
- JOSEPH TESSITORE — GOVERNOR
- LOUIS ANTHONY — GOVERNOR
- LYNN CARDISH — 2ND VICE PRE
- MICHAEL GARZONE — 3RD VICE PRE
- PATRICK MCCARTHY — GOVERNOR
- RICHARD KEELER — GOVERNOR
- STEVEN KIRCHNER — 1ST VICE PRE
- SUSAN OSTER — GOVERNOR
- THOMAS C FARNAN — PRESIDENT
relationships · 6
Who they work with
- Carrie Harkin Partner — Clubhouse Manager responsible for summer camp registration and inquiries.
- PGA Partner — Employs PGA-certified professionals to lead the golf program.
- Tribeca Breads Partner — Vendor included in wedding packages for bread service.
- Walter J. Travis Society Network — Preserves the heritage and course histories of Walter Travis, whose design principles are applied at the club.
- Walter J. Travis Society Network — Proud member of the Walter J. Travis Society, recognizing the club's association with the golf course architect.
- Walter J. Travis Society Network — Recognized affiliate of the Walter J. Travis Society due to the Club's historic golf course design.
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.
- Client-Centered Event Experiencemethodology: client-centered-event-planningBy providing customizable event planning with dedicated support and extended experiences like golf and brunch, the club creates memorable events that align with client vision, because personalized service and integrated activities enhance satisfaction and social connection.
- Member-Centered Engagement Modelmethodology: flexible_membership_and_personalized_onboardingBy offering flexible membership structures, personalized onboarding, and member-exclusive programming, the club increases engagement and retention, because these practices create a sense of belonging and accommodate diverse member lifestyles and developmental needs.
- Strategic Course Design for Skill Developmentmethodology: strategic_course_designBy designing golf courses with strategic bunkering and undulating greens rather than relying on length, the club challenges golfers to develop precision and decision-making skills, because this approach emphasizes thoughtful play over brute difficulty.