named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Adult Learn to Swim (ALTS)
Beginner swimming program for non-swimmers, including a six-class course with two free trial practices and swim cap requirement
Extended Trial Membership
30-day extended trial offering five additional practices for $75, or a special two-month polo-only trial at $45 per month
Free Trial Membership
30-day trial membership offering two free practices, available once per lifetime
Full Membership
Annual membership at $29.50 per quarter, required for ongoing participation, with voting rights and eligibility to represent the team in competitions
Visiting Membership
Special annual membership for out-of-town visitors priced at $19.50 per year
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Youth Sports Safety & Risk Management 1 activity
- Enforce safety and conduct policies at practicesRequires all swimmers to wear swim caps and prohibits diving from the shallow end at all pool facilities to ensure safety during practices.
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Organizational Newsletter Production and Distribution 1 activity
- Facilitate communication with members and communityDistributes a weekly newsletter, The Splash Card, and uses email listservs and social media platforms to communicate with current and former members and community supporters.
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Membership Program Administration 1 activity
- Host visiting swimmers through flexible membership optionsAllows visiting members to register and attend practices on a pay-per-practice basis, with a reduced-cost Visiting Membership option available for occasional swimmers outside the local region. Includes $19.50 annual fee that provides insurance coverage without requiring external governing body membership.
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Competitive and Learn-to-Swim Programs 1 activity
- Offer adult learn-to-swim programsProvides structured learn-to-swim courses for adults without basic swimming proficiency, including free 6-class courses for individuals with demonstrated financial need. Practices for these courses can be booked up to six weeks in advance.
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Community Fitness and Aquatics Programming 1 activity
- Provide LGBTQ+ inclusive aquatic sports programsOffers swimming, water polo, and artistic swimming practices and competitions for adults of all abilities and identities in New York City, with programs specifically designed to be LGBTQ+ inclusive. Practices are held daily in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and the Bronx, and include special events and open water swimming opportunities during summer.
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Financial Aid and Scholarship Access Programs 1 activity
- Provide financial aid for aquatic program participationOffers financial assistance through the Paul Fortoul Fund to cover membership and practice fees for individuals unable to afford regular costs, including support for adult learn-to-swim classes. Aid is awarded quarterly through an application process.
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Charity Event Organization 1 activity
- Support LGBTQ+ community through fundraising and visibilityConducts annual fundraising through the One Hour Swim Fundraising Drive, initiated during the HIV/AIDS crisis to support teammates with medical bills and continuing to benefit vulnerable members of the LGBTQ+ community. Also participates annually in New York City Pride events since 1990.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Administer trial membership programsOffers prospective members a 30-day free trial with two free practices, extendable through an additional paid trial membership allowing up to five more practices. Also provides a special two-month, $45-per-month extended trial with unlimited water polo participation.
- Operate membership and practice registration systemManages a structured membership model requiring an annual administrative fee and a separate subscription or practice pass for pool access. Most practices can be booked up to one week in advance, with cancellation policies enforcing accountability, including a $20 no-show fee for unexcused absences.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$211K
Contributions & grants$40K19%
Program service revenue$172K81%
Investment income$40%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$195K
Program expenses96%
Admin / overhead4%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$3K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$131K
Cash$131K
Investments$0
Liabilities$48K
Net assets$82K
Liquid reserves8.1 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2023 · YoY revenue +60.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
board members · 11
- ALEC WEBLEY — VP & BOARD MEMBER
- CAILIN WOLFF — BOARD MEMBER
- DAVID PADWA — BOARD MEMBER
- DENYS PANIN — SECRETARY & BOARD MEMBER
- ISAAC ROTHENBAUM — BOARD MEMBER
- JONATHAN BERMUDEZ — BOARD MEMBER
- JOSE PASILIAO — TREASURER & BOARD MEMBER
- KRISTINA SAXENA — PRESIDENT & BOARD MEMBER
- MAYA DAVIS — BOARD MEMBER
- NATHAN DICAMILLO — BOARD MEMBER
- PAUL MARTECCHINI — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 39
Who they work with
- Alliance for Positive Change Partner — Collaborates on fundraising and community service initiatives.
- Asphalt Green Partner — Rents pool space from for programming.
- Borough of Manhattan Community College Partner — Hosts TNYA swimming programs at its facility located at 199 Chambers Street, New York, NY.
- Brooklyn Partner — Hosts team practices in Brooklyn
- Brooklyn Bedford-Union Armory Partner — Hosts TNYA swimming programs at the Major R. Owens Health & Wellness Community Center in Brooklyn, NY.
- Brooklyn Community Pride Center Partner — Volunteers with and supports community service and community building initiatives.
- CIBBOWS Partner — Collaborates with as part of the LGBTQ+ sports community in New York City.
- Cheer New York Partner — Collaborates with as part of the LGBTQ+ sports community in New York City.
- City University of New York Partner — Rents pool space from colleges including John Jay College, Baruch College, and Lehman College for programming.
- Columbia University Partner — Rents pool space from for programming.
- Facebook Network — Official presence on Facebook for team updates and community engagement.
- Front Runners New York Partner — Collaborates with as part of the LGBTQ+ sports community in New York City.
- Gay Men's Health Crisis Partner — Volunteers with and supports community service and community building initiatives.
- Gotham Cheer Partner — Collaborates with as part of the LGBTQ+ sports community in New York City.
- Heritage of Pride Funder — Receives grant funding from Heritage of Pride for over a decade.
- Hostos Community College Partner — Hosts TNYA swimming programs at its facility located at 450 Grand Concourse, Bronx, NY.
- IGLA+ Network — Founding member of the international LGBTQ+ aquatics federation.
- Instagram Network — Official presence on Instagram for team updates and community engagement.
- John Jay College Partner — Hosts TNYA swimming programs at Haaren Hall, 899 Tenth Avenue, New York, NY.
- LGBTQ+ Center in Manhattan Partner — Volunteers with and supports community service and community building initiatives.
- Long Island University Partner — Rents pool space from for programming.
- Manhattan Partner — Hosts team practices in Manhattan
- Mindbody Partner — Platform used for managing team accounts, paying membership dues, and booking practices.
- Mindbody Partner — Technology partner used for practice registration, booking, and waitlist management.
- Mindbody Partner — Uses Mindbody's platform for membership registration and practice booking.
- New York City Public Parks Partner — Rents pool space from for practices, workouts, clinics, scrimmages, and competitions.
- New York City Public Schools Partner — Rents pool space from institutions such as Stuyvesant High School for programming.
- OutCycling Partner — Collaborates with as part of the LGBTQ+ sports community in New York City.
- Paul Fortoul Fund Partner — Funds financial aid for individuals unable to afford regular subscription fees.
- Red Tide Masters Swimming Team Partner — Engages with through Metro LMSC and welcomes members to join TNYA activities.
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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.
- Client-Choice Model in Membership Designmethodology: client_choice_modelBy offering modular, tiered, and à la carte pricing options, the organization increases participation and engagement because members can customize their level of involvement based on financial capacity, usage frequency, and personal goals, promoting accessibility and sustained commitment.
- LGBTQ+ Inclusivity as Community-Building Mechanismmethodology: lgbtq_inclusive_sportsBy integrating athletic programming with intentional community-building and gender-inclusive policies, the organization strengthens engagement and retention among LGBTQ+ adults because participation is framed not only as physical activity but as affirming social belonging and identity safety.
- Objective Allocation Based on Need and Utilizationmethodology: equity-centered_allocationBy using a points-based system to evaluate applications, the organization maximizes equitable access and program efficiency because it prioritizes individuals with demonstrated financial need while optimizing the number of participants served per available resource unit.
- Progressive Onboarding to Lower Participation Barriersmethodology: progressive_onboardingBy linking learn-to-swim programs with trial access to team practices, the organization enables new adult swimmers to transition smoothly into regular participation because it reduces perceived risk and social barriers, increasing confidence and integration into the team culture.