irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $18.85MHEALTHY LIVING-THE YMCA IS A LEADING VOICE ON HEALTH AND WELL-BEING. WE BRING FAMILIES CLOSER TOGETHER, ENCOURAGE GOOD HEALTH AND FOSTER CONNECTIONS THROUGH FITNESS, SPORTS, FUN AND SHARED INTERESTS. AS A RESULT, PEOPLE IN OUR COMMUNITY ARE RECEIVING THE SUPPORT, GUIDANCE AND RESOURCES THEY NEED TO ACHIEVE A GREATER HEALTH IN SPIRIT, MIND AND BODY. THIS IS PARTICULARLY IMPORTANT AS OUR NATION STRUGGLES WITH AN OBESITY CRISIS, FAMILIES STRUGGLE WITH WORK/LIFE BALANCE AND INDIVIDUALS SEARCH FOR PERSONAL FULFILLMENT. OUR PROGRAMS ARE AFFORDABLE AND OPEN TO ALL FAITHS, BACKGROUNDS, ABILITIES AND INCOME LEVELS. IN FISCAL YEAR 2024-2025, THE YMCA OF GREATER ROCHESTER PROVIDED $1,418,237 IN FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO PEOPLE WHO OTHERWISE WOULD HAVE FACED ECONOMIC BARRIERS TO PARTICIPATION.
- #2 $16.78MSOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY-THE YMCA OF GREATER ROCHESTER BELIEVES IN GIVING BACK AND SUPPORTING OUR NEIGHBORS. WE HAVE BEEN LISTENING AND RESPONDING TO OUR COMMUNITIES MOST CRITICAL SOCIAL NEEDS. YMCA PROGRAMS SUCH AS DIABETES PREVENTION, LIVESTRONG, CHILD SEX EDUCATION, SUBSIDIZED CHILDCARE, COMMUNITY BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING, HEALTHY COMMUNITIES AND FAMILY TOGETHERNESS ARE EXAMPLES OF HOW WE DELIVER EDUCATION, TRAINING AND SUPPORT THAT EMPOWERS OUR NEIGHBORS TO EFFECT CHANGE, BRIDGE GAPS AND OVERCOME OBSTACLES. WE ENGAGE YMCA MEMBERS, PARTICIPANTS AND VOLUNTEERS IN ACTIVITIES THAT STRENGTHEN OUR COMMUNITY AND PAVE THE WAY FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS TO THRIVE.
named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Camp Courage
Specialized camp at The Y at Watson Woods for burn survivors, providing a supportive and empowering environment through recreational and therapeutic activities.
Day Camps
Summer day programs for children featuring recreational activities, skill-building, and social development in a safe, supervised environment.
Group Exercise & Wellness Programs
Fitness classes and wellness initiatives across multiple branches, promoting physical and mental health for all ages and abilities.
Outdoor Swim Centers
Seasonal outdoor swimming facilities at YMCA camps, offering aquatic recreation and safety programs for families and youth.
Overnight Camps
Residential summer camps at Camp Gorham in the Adirondacks and Camp Cory on Keuka Lake, offering outdoor experiences, leadership development, and community building for youth.
Power Scholars Academy
Summer enrichment program for middle school students that includes academic support, food education, and field trips to community partners like Foodlink’s Community Farm.
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Community Health Fairs and Screenings 1 activity
- Deliver health education and prevention programsOperates evidence-based health programs including diabetes prevention, Livestrong (for cancer survivors), child sex education, and healthy communities initiatives. Hosts free, expert-led community education events such as Alzheimer's Awareness Bingo.
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Summer Academic Enrichment Programs 1 activity
- Deliver youth enrichment and academic support programsProvides the Power Scholars Academy summer enrichment program, which includes weekly food education and hands-on learning about farming, cooking with fresh ingredients, and pollination (including beekeeping) for middle school students. Also operates Before & After School Programs for the 2026–2027 school year and supports students completing community service hours, some up to 150 hours.
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Youth Leadership Development Programs 1 activity
- Offer youth leadership and development programsRuns the Leaders Club program for teens in grades 7–12, focusing on developing personal values through community service, leadership, and teamwork. Also operates Metro Esports programs at Maplewood and Schottland Family YMCAs, integrating gaming, STEM learning, teamwork, and youth development to help children become creators of technology.
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Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
- Operate overnight and day camp programs for children and youthRuns two overnight camps—Camp Gorham in the Adirondacks and Camp Cory on Keuka Lake—and offers day camp programs focused on fun, friendship, and adventure during the summer. Also operates Camp Courage at The Y at Watson Woods, a specialized camp for burn survivors of all ages, provided at no cost to attendees.
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Community Fitness and Aquatics Programming 1 activity
- Provide community wellness and fitness programsOffers group exercise classes and community blood pressure screening programs to promote community well-being. Operates four outdoor pickleball courts at YMCA Camp Northpoint with designated times and age-based access.
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Direct Financial Assistance to Individuals 1 activity
- Provide financial assistance for program accessProvided over $3.1 million in financial assistance across multiple program areas to individuals facing economic barriers to participation, with specific allocations of $1,418,237, $840,559, and $863,136 reported in IRS Form 990 filings.
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Subsidized Child Care Services 1 activity
- Provide subsidized childcare and family support servicesOffers subsidized childcare programs and family togetherness initiatives to support family engagement and child development. Operates eight family YMCA locations across the Greater Rochester region, serving communities in Webster, Corning, Penfield, Rochester, Canandaigua, Pittsford, Painted Post, and Rochester.
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Competitive and Learn-to-Swim Programs 1 activity
- Provide swim instruction and operate outdoor swim centersOperates outdoor swim centers at Camp Arrowhead, Camp Bay View, and Camp Northpoint through August 30, with access during designated evening and weekend hours. Offers year-round and specialty swim lessons and water safety programs for children in the greater Rochester region, supported in part by funding from the NY SWIMS Initiative and the New York State Department of Health.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$71.62M
Contributions & grants$10.62M15%
Program service revenue$58.63M82%
Investment income$1.31M2%
Other revenue$1.07M
expenses
Total expenses$68.49M
Program expenses88%
Admin / overhead10%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$40.54M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$142.67M
Cash$11.26M
Investments$31.40M
Liabilities$48.21M
Net assets$94.46M
Liquid reserves7.5 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +6.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 6
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ERNEST LAMOUR | PRESIDENT & CEO | 40 | $416K |
| PAUL LEFROIS JR | CAO AND CFO | 40 | $345K |
| MICHAEL STEVENS | CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER | 40 | $283K |
| ANDREW POWERS | CHIEF DEVELOPMENT OFFICER | 40 | $230K |
| PAMELA COWAN | CHIEF EXPERIENCE OFFICER | 40 | $218K |
| TALETHEA BEST | CHIEF PEOPLE & CULTURE OFF | 40 | $200K |
board members · 19
- BRANDON DRIES — BOARD MEMBER
- CHARLENE WILSON — BOARD MEMBER
- CHETNA CHANDRAKALA — BOARD MEMBER
- COLBY FEANE — BOARD MEMBER
- DAVID RIEDMAN — IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIR
- DWIGHT BATTLES — BOARD MEMBER
- EDWARD KAY — BOARD MEMBER
- ERICK BOND — BOARD MEMBER
- ERIK GRIMM — VICE CHAIR
- HELEN ZAMBONI — SECRETARY
- JEFFREY ALLEN — BOARD MEMBER
- JURIJ KUSHNER — VICE CHAIR
- MARGARET DUGAN — TREASURER
- MARY OCKENDEN — BOARD MEMBER
- MATTHEW DAVIS — BOARD MEMBER
- MATTHEW KILMER — VICE CHAIR
- MAUREEN MULHOLLAND — VICE CHAIR
- NICOLE VANGORDER — VICE CHAIR
- PORTIA JAMES — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 15
Who they work with
- Alzheimer’s Association, Rochester & Finger Lakes Region Chapter Partner — Collaborates on hosting community education events about Alzheimer's awareness.
- Camp Arrowhead Partner — Site of an outdoor swim center operated by YMCA of Greater Rochester.
- Camp Bay View Partner — Site of an outdoor swim center operated by YMCA of Greater Rochester.
- Camp Cory Partner — Overnight camp operated by YMCA of Greater Rochester on Keuka Lake.
- Camp Gorham Partner — Overnight camp operated by YMCA of Greater Rochester in the Adirondacks.
- Camp Northpoint Partner — Site of an outdoor swim center operated by YMCA of Greater Rochester.
- Foodlink Partner — Collaborates with the YMCA of Greater Rochester to provide food education and farming experiences to Power Scholars Academy students at Foodlink’s Community Farm.
- Leaders Club Partner — Youth leadership and community service program for teens in grades 7–12 operated by the YMCA of Greater Rochester.
- Livestrong Partner — Collaborates on health and wellness programming for individuals affected by cancer.
- Maplewood Family YMCA Partner — Hosts Metro Esports programs as part of a collaborative effort within the YMCA of Greater Rochester network.
- New York State Department of Health Government — Government agency providing funding through the NY SWIMS Initiative to support swim lessons.
- Red Devils Motorcycle Club Partner — Participates in Camp Courage activities, including hosting a BBQ event.
- Schottland Family YMCA Partner — Hosts Metro Esports programs as part of a collaborative effort within the YMCA of Greater Rochester network.
- The Finger Lakes Regional Burn Association Partner — Provides financial support enabling free attendance at Camp Courage.
- The Y at Watson Woods Partner — Host site for Camp Courage, a program for burn survivors.
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.
- Community Wellness Through Shared Physical and Social Engagementmethodology: community_wellnessBy delivering group-based fitness, swim instruction, and recreational programs through community partnerships and inclusive access models, the YMCA improves individual and community well-being because shared physical activity builds social cohesion, increases program adherence, and expands reach to underserved populations.
- Lifesaving Skills as Foundational Youth Developmentmethodology: lifesaving_skills_educationBy prioritizing water safety and swimming instruction for children, the YMCA advances community safety and youth development because acquiring lifesaving skills builds personal confidence, prevents injury, and instills responsibility, aligning with broader developmental goals.
- Youth Development Through Experiential and Peer-Based Programmingmethodology: experiential-educationBy engaging youth in hands-on, structured activities such as agriculture, esports, sports, and peer support groups, the YMCA fosters confidence, teamwork, life skills, and healthy relationships because experiential learning and peer connection are more effective at building character and resilience than passive programming.