named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Before & After School Program
Provides homework help, mentorship, and structured activities for students outside of school hours, with financial assistance available through DSS for qualifying families.
Daycare Program
Newly launched program serving infants through 3-year-olds, providing early childcare and development support for families in Watervliet.
Summer Recreation Program
Eight-week summer program for children ages 4–12, featuring sports, arts, field trips, and outdoor activities, fully licensed and inspected by the Albany County Health Department.
Youth Recreation Program
Free after-school and weekend program for Watervliet residents ages 7–18, offering sports, games, and creative activities to promote positive engagement and community connection.
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Charity Golf Tournament Fundraiser 1 activity
- Conducting annual fundraising to support youth programsRaises funds through annual events including the “Adopt a Camper” program, adult couple dances, raffles, Comedy Nights, Wing War, and the George Roe Golf Tournament to sustain programming for Watervliet residents. Also accepts custom donations through an online portal.
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Before and After School Childcare 1 activity
- Operating a before and after school program for studentsProvides before and after school care with homework help, mentorship, and structured activities for students. The program includes financial assistance options for qualifying families through DSS and processes enrollment payments via credit/debit card or PayPal.
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Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
- Operating a licensed summer recreation program for childrenRuns an eight-week summer recreation program annually from late June through mid-August, offering full-day programming (8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with optional extended care to 5:30 PM) Monday through Friday. Activities include sports, swimming, arts, field trips, and exploration of new interests. Age-segregated sites are operated at Watervliet Elementary School (ages 4–6) and Watervliet Civic Center (ages 7–12). Enrollment is processed online with payment via credit/debit card or PayPal.
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Community-Based Educational Programming 1 activity
- Organizing community-driven programs based on local inputDesigns and implements recreational, educational, and childcare programs informed by community input and focused on practical effectiveness, ensuring services are responsive to local needs in Watervliet.
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Early Childhood Education & Development Programs 1 activity
- Providing daycare services for young childrenOperates a licensed daycare program offering childcare services for children from infancy up to age 3. The program is currently accepting enrollment applications and provides supervised, structured care.
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Youth Leadership Development Programs 1 activity
- Running a youth recreation program with leadership and community service componentsOffers a youth recreation program for residents of Watervliet aged 7–18 that runs annually from late September to mid-May, providing structured after-school and weekend activities focused on leadership training, community service, social connection, and confidence-building. Residency verification is required.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.10M
Contributions & grants$459K42%
Program service revenue$595K54%
Investment income$30K3%
Other revenue$17K
expenses
Total expenses$852K
Program expenses90%
Admin / overhead8%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$646K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.17M
Cash$348K
Investments$685K
Liabilities$0
Net assets$1.17M
Liquid reserves14.6 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +37.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| WILLIAM S SHEEHY | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $130K |
board members · 24
- AMY ETHIER — DIRECTOR
- ANTHONY CURRO — DIRECTOR
- BARBARA DIAMOND — DIRECTOR
- BERNADETTE BOARDMAN — DIRECTOR
- BRIAN STROCK — DIRECTOR
- BRUCE HIDLEY — DIRECTOR
- BRYAN MCHARG — DIRECTOR
- CARLEEN LEGAULT — DIRECTOR
- CHARLES MEACHAM — DIRECTOR
- CHARLES PATRICELLI — DIRECTOR
- CHRISTOPHER DAUS — DIRECTOR
- CHRISTOPHER MCCABE — DIRECTOR
- DR DONALD STEVENS — DIRECTOR
- JAMES KAPUSNIK — DIRECTOR
- JOHN SCULLY — TREASURER/DIRECTOR
- JOSEPH LACIVITA — DIRECTOR
- KEVIN PONTORE — DIRECTOR
- KRISTIN DONLAN — DIRECTOR
- MATTHEW ETHIER — CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD/DIRECTOR
- MICHAEL DUFFEY — DIRECTOR
- MICHAEL HARTKERN — DIRECTOR
- MICHAEL VANPATTEN — DIRECTOR
- NICHOLAS FOGLIA — DIRECTOR
- PATRICK DONLON — DIRECTOR
relationships · 7
Who they work with
- Albany County Health Department Government — Licensed, registered, and inspects the summer recreation program
- DSS Government — Partner agency through which financial assistance is provided for the before and after school program.
- PayPal Partner — Payment processing partner used to accept online payments and donations.
- United Way of The Greater Capital Region Network — Member organization allowing donors to direct contributions through the United Way to support Civic Center programs.
- WATERVLIET CIVIC CHEST INC Network — Member of a civic network focused on community development and youth services.
- Watervliet Civic Chest, Inc Network — Operating entity for the Watervliet Civic Center
- Watervliet families Partner — Local families inform program development and are central to shaping services offered by the Civic Center.
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.
- Child-Centered Care Environmentmethodology: child-centered_careBy creating supportive environments that prioritize attentiveness and compassion, we enable children to thrive, because feeling seen and respected fosters emotional safety and developmental growth.
- Community-Informed Programmingmethodology: community-informed programmingBy integrating feedback from community members and families into program design and expansion, we ensure initiatives are relevant and effective, because programs grounded in local needs achieve greater impact and trust.
- Intentional Program Design for Developmental Impactmethodology: intentional_program_designBy designing programs with deliberate structure and purpose, we promote skill-building and meaningful use of time, because intentional activities increase developmental value and positive youth engagement.
- Safety-First Environmentmethodology: safety_first_environmentBy maintaining secure, structured environments through intentional policies and supervision, we enable free participation and build family trust, because perceived and actual safety are prerequisites for consistent engagement.
- Youth-Centered Holistic Developmentmethodology: holistic youth developmentBy providing structured, engaging environments that combine sports, arts, and outdoor activities, we promote physical, social, and emotional development, because integrated experiences foster lasting personal growth and positive engagement.