irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $10.56MSTUDENT SERVICES SUPPORTED APPROXIMATELY 700 STUDENTS IN GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT AND ENHANCING THEIR ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE.
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Athletics
16 varsity sports teams, including men's and women's lacrosse, basketball, ice hockey, and cheerleading, competing at NCAA Division III level.
Center for Academic and Professional Excellence (CAPE)
Integrated support unit providing academic resources, writing center assistance, accessibility services, and career development guidance.
Community Engagement
Program encouraging students to participate in volunteer service and community-based projects, fostering civic responsibility and community connections.
First Year Seminar
Foundational course for entering first-year students that introduces liberal arts and sciences, develops critical-thinking skills, and supports transition to college life.
Term III
Six-week intensive session in April and May offering immersive courses, including international travel, field biology, and marine studies, beyond the regular academic year.
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Student Housing and Residential Services 1 activity
- Deliver student residential, dining, and health servicesProvides on-campus housing, daily scratch-made dining offerings including monthly Culinary Cultures events, and basic medical care through The Clarke Health Center, which offers allergy shots, prescription refills, and specialist referrals. Auxiliary services include room, board, and support for student community building.
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Higher Education Degree Programs 1 activity
- Deliver undergraduate and graduate academic programs in liberal arts and professional fieldsOffers more than 35 undergraduate majors, minors, and concentrations, as well as graduate programs leading to a master's degree or advanced certificate, through a curriculum rooted in a legacy of academic excellence. Includes specialized schools such as the Tommy Hilfiger Fashion Business School and the Center for Mark Twain Studies.
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Archival Digitization and Preservation 1 activity
- Digitize and provide public access to historical and archival materialsDigitizes and makes publicly accessible online historical collections including The Octagon (student newspaper, 1871–2015), yearbooks, course catalogs, alumni magazines, historical photographs, Mark Twain materials, women’s suffrage documents, and archival video recordings. Planning to digitize founding documents from 1853.
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Interscholastic and Inclusive School Sports Programs 1 activity
- Operate NCAA Division III intercollegiate athletics programsFields 19 varsity athletic teams—seven men's, ten women's, and two co-ed—with a history of seven national championships and over 80 All-American student-athletes. Offers instructional and advanced athletic camps led by coaching staff to develop participant skills.
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Financial Aid and Scholarship Access Programs 1 activity
- Provide financial aid, scholarships, and work-study programs to support student affordabilityOffers financial aid guidance and access to scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study programs, including institution-specific awards such as the EC PTK Scholarship, Transfer Scholarships, and the Soaring Eagles Take Flight initiative, which covers full-time tuition and fees for eligible New York State resident transfer students. Nearly all undergraduate students receive financial aid.
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Student Support and Academic Services 1 activity
- Provide student academic and professional development support servicesOperates the Center for Academic and Professional Excellence (CAPE), offering accessibility services, writing center support, and career development resources to help students transition from academic life to careers by marketing their skills to employers.
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After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Provide student services supporting growth, development, and academic experienceProvided student services to approximately 650–840 students annually, supporting their growth, development, and academic experience, as reported in IRS Form 990 filings.
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Study Abroad and Global Immersion Programs 1 activity
- Support student engagement through co-curricular and experiential learning opportunitiesFacilitates community service projects, undergraduate research, internships, practicum experiences, and a six-week immersive Term III session in April and May that includes international travel, marine studies, and field biology.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$46.89M
Contributions & grants$4.93M11%
Program service revenue$37.16M79%
Investment income$512K1%
Other revenue$4.28M
expenses
Total expenses$48.32M
Program expenses75%
Admin / overhead23%
Fundraising3%
Salaries & benefits$15.64M
Grants paid out$16.27M
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$101.25M
Cash$4.81M
Investments$24.76M
Liabilities$12.22M
Net assets$89.02M
Liquid reserves7.3 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +27.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 8
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHARLES LINDSAY | PRESIDENT | 40 | $267K |
| PAULA LEE HOBSON | VICE PRESIDENT OF ADVANCEMENT | 40 | $183K |
| DENNIS KELLY | VP OF ENROLLMENT MANAGEMEN | 40 | $171K |
| PATRICIA IRELAND | PROVOST | 40 | $163K |
| KYLE GILBERT | VICE PRESIDENT OF FINANCE | 40 | $143K |
| THOMAS STEFFES | DIRECTOR OF IT | 40 | $137K |
| MELISSA VOLINO | DIRECTOR OF NURSE EDUCATIO | 40 | $111K |
| ANGELA TUFILLARO | DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT | 40 | $102K |
board members · 17
- ARRI BURROWS — TRUSTEE
- CHARLES THORLEY — TRUSTEE
- CLARE VAN DEN BLINK — VICE CHAIR
- DORIS MALESARDI — SECRETARY
- G THOMAS TRANTER JR — TRUSTEE
- GEORGE WINNER JR — CHAIRMAN
- JANET HINDSLEY — TRUSTEE
- JAY WOLKOFF — TRUSTEE
- JEFFREY STREETER — TRUSTEE
- JOHN BRAND — TRUSTEE
- JOHN WALSH III — TREASURER
- KATHERINE METZGER — TRUSTEE
- KIMBERLY CURTIS — TRUSTEE
- LAURIE KELECHAVA — TRUSTEE
- MARTIN FENNELL — TRUSTEE
- MILA MEIER — TRUSTEE
- MILLICENT RUFFIN — TRUSTEE
relationships · 20
Who they work with
- Center for Mark Twain Studies Partner — Houses the Center for Mark Twain Studies on campus.
- Chemung County Government — Provided funding for the Mark Twain Trail Tour through a 2025 Room Tax Tourism Grant.
- Chemung Valley History Museum Partner — Featured site on the Mark Twain Trail tour, included in the collaborative digital experience.
- College Cost Transparency Initiative Network — Partner in the College Cost Transparency Initiative to improve financial clarity for students.
- Corning Community College Partner — Partnership includes guaranteed transfer scholarships based on GPA for students transferring to Elmira College.
- Discover Chemung Partner — Tourism partner collaborating on the promotion and development of the Mark Twain Trail tour.
- Elmira College Soaring Eagles Network — Intercollegiate athletics program representing Elmira College in NCAA competitions.
- InUni Partner — Strategic partner that guides and supports international applicants through the admission process
- John W. Jones Museum Partner — Featured site on the Mark Twain Trail tour, included in the collaborative digital experience.
- New York Heritage Digital Collections Partner — Hosting platform for digitized yearbooks, catalogs, photographs, and special collections from Elmira College.
- New York State Historic Newspapers Partner — Hosting platform for digitized editions of The Octagon, providing public access to historical student newspapers.
- Parent & Family Council Network — Engages parents and families through the Parent & Family Council to enhance the student experience and quality of education.
- Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society Partner — Recognized Elmira College on its 2026 Transfer Honor Roll and collaborates on transfer student support through scholarship and policy alignment.
- South Central Regional Library Council Funder — Awarded two digitization grants to support the online preservation of The Octagon and other archival materials at Elmira College.
- Syracuse University Partner — Collaborates with Elmira College to create pathways for students to pursue graduate education after earning their bachelor's degree.
- Tommy Hilfiger Fashion Business School Partner — Hosts the Tommy Hilfiger Fashion Business School as part of its academic programs.
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Government — References labor market projections from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics to inform academic program development.
- University of Notre Dame’s ACE Center Partner — Provides leadership development instruction in Catholic education through collaboration with the ACE Center.
- Woodlawn Cemetery Partner — Featured site on the Mark Twain Trail tour, included in the collaborative digital experience.
- athletics.elmira.edu Partner — Hosts official athletics programs and team information for Elmira College Soaring Eagles.
strategies · 4
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 Learning for Post-Graduate Readinessmethodology: experiential_learningBy integrating hands-on internships, practica, and research into the curriculum, students gain applied experience that improves readiness for careers and graduate education, because experiential engagement deepens learning and builds professional competencies.
- Intentional Support for Transfer Student Successmethodology: intentional institutional design for transfer successBy designing institutional policies, culture, and academic pathways specifically to support transfer students, the college increases their likelihood of success and pursuit of advanced degrees, because treating transfer status as a strategic priority removes systemic barriers and promotes inclusion.
- Liberal Arts with Professional Integrationmethodology: liberal-arts-with-professional-focusBy combining a liberal arts foundation with career-aligned programs and interdisciplinary experiences, students develop critical thinking and practical skills for professional success, because this integration prepares them to adapt to real-world challenges and meet employer demands.
- Personalized Education through Small-Scale Engagementmethodology: personalized_learningBy maintaining small class sizes and a low student-faculty ratio, the college fosters individualized attention and strong faculty-student relationships, because close academic support enhances engagement, learning, and student development.