irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $0CAMPING/CHILDCARE: OUR DAY CAMPING OPPORTUNITIES OFFER ADVENTURE AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES THAT PROVIDE CHALLENGE, EDUCATION AND PROMOTE SPIRITUAL AWARENESS, MENTAL DEVELOPMENT, PHYSICAL WELL BEING, SOCIAL GROWTH, AND SELF RESPECT. OUR CAMPS PROVIDE A REVERENCE FOR NATURE AND RESPECT FOR INTER-RELATEDNESS OF ALL LIVING THINGS ON EARTH. OUR CAMPS ARE OPEN TO ALL, REGARDLESS OF INCOME OR SPECIAL NEEDS, SO THAT CHILDREN APPRECIATE DIVERSITY, BECOME COMMUNITY LEADERS AND DEVELOP LIFELONG VALUES.
- #2 $0CHILD CARE: OUR CHILD CARE PROGRAMS OFFER HIGH QUALITY CHILD CARE ACTIVITIES FOR PRESCHOOL AND SCHOOL AGE CHILDREN FROM ALL SEGMENTS OF OUR COMMUNITY. WE OFFER A VARIETY OF STATE LICENSED CHILDCARE PROGRAMS WHICH PROVED A SAFE AND NURTURING ENVIRONMENT WHERE YOUTH CAN DEVELOP SELF-ESTEEM, GOOD VALUES AND AN APPRECIATION OF CHARITABLE SERVICE. WOVEN INTO THE FABRIC OF THE YMCA MISSION IS A COMMITMENT TO STRENGTHEN FAMILIES. WE OFFER A 2 DAY PRESCHOOL PROGRAM FOR 3 YEAR OLDS AND A 3 DAY PRESCHOOL PROGRAM FOR 4 YEAR OLDS. WE ALSO OFFER AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAMS AND VARIOUS KID CLUBS DURING SCHOOL BREAKS.
named programs · 8 · from sources
What they call their work
Bitty Basketball
Introductory basketball program for young children focusing on sport fundamentals and teamwork.
Gators Swim Team
Youth swim team for beginner through advanced swimmers, offering local, regional, and state-level competition opportunities.
School Age Child Care
State-licensed childcare programs for preschool and school-age children, including after-school programs and Kids Fun Club during school breaks.
Summer Day Camp
Adventure and learning-focused day camp for school-age youth, offering activities that promote spiritual awareness, mental development, physical well-being, and social growth.
Summerfest
Annual community festival featuring live music, Touch-a-Truck, escape rooms, haunted maze, fireworks, raffles, and family activities to support the YMCA’s mission.
Swim Lessons
Group and private swim lessons for all ages, designed to build water safety, confidence, and swimming skills in a six-week format.
Walk-In Group Exercise Programs
Fitness classes for adults including Barre-Lattes, Chair Yoga, Line Dancing, Pilates, Salsa, Silver Sneakers, TRX, and HIIT.
Youth Gymnastics
Introductory gymnastics classes that build balance, self-discipline, poise, and confidence in youth.
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Community Wellness Movement Classes 1 activity
- Adult and senior fitness classesOffers a variety of group exercise programs for adults and seniors, including Barre-Lattes, Chair Yoga, Line Dancing, Pilates, Salsa dance fitness, Silver Sneakers, Fitness with Friends, Total Body Sculpting, TRX + More, Yoga, Cardio Fusion, HIIT, and Spin (indoor cycling), designed to improve strength, flexibility, cardiovascular health, and social connection.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Community events and festivalsOrganizes SUMMERFEST, a recurring community festival in the Finger Lakes region featuring live music, raffle basket fundraisers, an escape room, Touch-a-Truck event, life-size chess, a family-friendly haunted dark maze, and a fireworks display set to music to promote community engagement and connection.
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Member-Focused Fitness and Wellness Facilities 1 activity
- Facility access and member servicesProvides members with routine access to facilities, fitness equipment, and amenities during business hours, supported by printed and real-time schedule updates via text messaging to communicate changes due to staffing, facilities, or weather. Also offers site tours on weekdays from 9:00 to 17:00 and by appointment.
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Before and After School Childcare 1 activity
- State-licensed childcare and preschool programsProvides state-licensed childcare services including a 2-day preschool program for 3-year-olds, a 3-day preschool program for 4-year-olds, after-school programs, and kid clubs during school breaks to support youth development and family needs.
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Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
- Summer Day Camp for school-age childrenOperates a summer day camp program for children entering grades K through 6, featuring weekly themes, off-site field trips, and activities including nature exploration, water activities, sports, arts and crafts, and science to promote youth development and family strengthening.
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Youth Soccer Development Programs 1 activity
- Youth sports and fitness classesOffers structured youth programs including Bitty Basketball classes to introduce young children to basketball fundamentals and team interaction, and Youth Gymnastics classes to help children develop balance, self-discipline, and physical coordination.
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Competitive and Learn-to-Swim Programs 1 activity
- Youth swim lessons and swim team programsProvides swim lessons for children and adults in six-week cohorts, including group and private instruction, and operates the Gators Swim Team for youth at multiple skill levels to develop swimming skills and team dynamics. The facility also includes lap swim times, open swim periods, and dedicated aquatic programming.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$5.12M
Contributions & grants$4.67M91%
Program service revenue$376K7%
Investment income$45K1%
Other revenue$24K
expenses
Total expenses$1.24M
Program expenses85%
Admin / overhead14%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$625K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$5.54M
Cash$1.00M
Investments$0
Liabilities$588K
Net assets$4.96M
Liquid reserves9.7 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +252.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 3
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| TODD FREELOVE | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $66K |
| MARY BAKOGIANNIS | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $21K |
| ETHAN FODD | — | 40 | $9K |
board members · 15
- AARON DOUGLAS — Trustee
- AARON SMITH — Trustee
- BECCA BARILE — Trustee
- CHARLIE BARTISEVICH — Trustee
- CHARLIE EVANGELISTA — Vice President
- DOMINIC MAZZOCCHI — Trustee
- ERICA COLLINS — Secretary
- JOSHUA BURDEN — Trustee
- KYLE ACKART — Treasurer
- MIRIAH LUSTER — Trustee
- NANCY DEMING-MAY — Trustee
- NICK MASSA — Trustee
- ROBERT GRINGERI — Trustee
- ROBERT SOLLENNE — President
- TIM RISKE — Trustee
relationships · 12
Who they work with
- Board of Directors Partner — Volunteer leadership body guiding the organization's mission and programs
- Brenda and Dave Rickey Foundation Funder — Premier sponsor of Summerfest 2026, providing significant financial support.
- Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook to announce workshops and information sessions.
- Finger Lakes Health Partner — Platinum sponsor of Summerfest 2026, providing significant financial support.
- Leadership Team Partner — Responsible for investigating reported incidents and enforcing the Code of Conduct
- Massa Construction Partner — Platinum sponsor of Summerfest 2026, providing leadership-level financial support.
- New York State Police Partner — Participating agency in Touch-a-Truck event, bringing a UTV for public interaction during Summerfest 2026.
- Silver Sneakers Partner — Collaborates with Silver Sneakers to offer branded fitness classes for older adults using specialized equipment and curriculum.
- Wegmans Food & Pharmacy Partner — Premier sponsor of Summerfest 2026, providing significant financial support.
- YMCA-USA Network — Independent affiliate of YMCA-USA
- YMCA-USA Network — Member of the national YMCA network, using its name, logos, and taglines under license.
- YMCA-USA Network — Member organization using YMCA name, logos, and taglines under YMCA-USA
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.
- Accessible Physical Well-Being Programmingmethodology: accessible_fitnessBy adapting fitness and swim programming—such as chair-based modifications and water safety education—the organization increases participation among older adults, children, and those with limited mobility, because removing physical and confidence barriers enables broader engagement in healthy living.
- Faith-Based Holistic Developmentmethodology: faith-based programmingBy integrating Christian values and principles of caring, respect, honesty, and responsibility into programs, the organization fosters holistic development of spirit, mind, and body, because moral and spiritual grounding is seen as foundational to personal growth and community well-being.
- Inclusive Participation Modelmethodology: inclusive accessBy ensuring access to programs regardless of income or special needs and integrating participants of all skill levels into shared activities, the organization promotes social responsibility and community leadership, because inclusive environments foster mutual respect, empathy, and collective growth.
- Social Connection as Wellness Mechanismmethodology: social-connectedness-for-wellnessBy using group exercise, dance, arts, and family-centered experiential programming, the organization promotes personal wellness and community engagement, because shared positive experiences build social connectedness, which in turn drives sustained participation and emotional well-being.
- Youth Development Through Thematic and Experiential Engagementmethodology: thematic_programming_with_field_tripsBy using weekly thematic programming with field trips and immersive, balanced experiences, the organization maintains youth engagement and supports development, because structured variety and real-world exposure stimulate curiosity, learning, and emotional resilience.