irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2021
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $0Bowling
- #2 $0Kickball
named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Bowling League
Organized recreational bowling competition for adult participants as part of the league's seasonal offerings
Dodgeball League
Recreational dodgeball program providing safe and structured gameplay opportunities for adult players in New York City
Kickball League
Recreational kickball program with structured rules, equal playing time requirements, and seasonal gameplay for adult teams in NYC
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Recreational Game Programming 2 activities
- Operating dodgeball leaguesOrganizes dodgeball leagues with social and advanced divisions for LGBTQ+ individuals and allies, offering formats including small ball, big ball, and foam ball to accommodate varying skill levels. Matches last 15–20 minutes and are held in West Village and Hell’s Kitchen, with structured team selection and equitable playing time enforced.
- Operating kickball leaguesHosts year-round outdoor kickball leagues with nearly 1,000 participants per season, including social and advanced divisions for the LGBTQ+ community. Games follow structured rules including 7-inning limits, mercy rules, and equitable playing time, on fields in Chelsea, Hell’s Kitchen, and the Meatpacking District, operating even in winter temperatures as low as 25ºF.
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Regular Membership Meetings 1 activity
- Hosting monthly membership meetingsHosts monthly membership meetings open to the public, conducted in-person or virtually, to share updates, discuss community initiatives, and plan across sports and teams. Meetings include structured agendas with introductions, open discussion, and sport-specific updates.
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Bowling League and Tournament Operations 1 activity
- Operating bowling programsProvides community bowling programs as a primary activity, organizing social events that combine gameplay with community-building. Supplies bowling balls and shoes in various sizes and weights at the venue for participant use.
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Racquet Sports Facility and Programming 1 activity
- Operating pickleball programsOffers pickleball programming that introduces participants to the sport using hybrid rules from tennis, ping-pong, and badminton. Provides paddles and balls to players who lack their own equipment.
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Community Cricket Development and Competition 1 activity
- Providing open play and guest registrationOrganizes open play sessions for recreational sports participants to practice and maintain skills. Requires guest players substituting for full-time players to register via a dedicated form.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Facilitating inclusive participation and governanceGrants voting rights in leadership elections to members who attend at least three monthly meetings per year, promoting democratic engagement. Enforces inclusive policies including non-discrimination, anti-harassment, ADA compliance, and safety protocols such as those for COVID-19.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$806K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$806K100%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$810K
Program expenses0%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineOther
balance sheet
Total assets$247K
Cash$247K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$247K
Liquid reserves3.7 mo
3 years on record · 2021–2024 · YoY revenue +52.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 10
- Chase Tucker — Comm Kickball
- Davvey Sak — Comm Dodgeball
- Desi Brown — Comm Diversity
- Jay Diamond — Comm Pickleball
- Joseph Randazzo — V. Commissioner
- Katie Forman — Comm WTNB+Plyer
- Keith Ruben — Comm Bowling
- Michael Wellbrock — Commissioner
- Shannon Harman — Treasurer
- Zachary Krohn — Secretary
relationships · 4
Who they work with
- Leadership Team Coalition — Internal leadership group overseeing organizational operations and governance
- League Lobster Partner — Platform used to determine home team designation and match scheduling
- Paragon Sports Partner — Recommended local retailer for sporting equipment needs.
- Ref officials Partner — Officials responsible for enforcing rules, issuing cards, and making game decisions in coordination with BARS.
strategies · 2
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-Engaged Governance Modelmethodology: community-engaged_governanceBy using open, rotating monthly meetings and inclusive facilitation practices that allow community members to introduce topics and shape agendas, the organization increases transparency and pathways to leadership, because participatory decision-making strengthens trust, ownership, and sustained engagement.
- Inclusive Sports Programming for LGBTQ+ Communitymethodology: identity_affirming_programmingBy creating gender-inclusive divisions (Open and WTNB+) and identity-affirming recreational leagues, the organization fosters safe, harassment-free athletic environments that promote participation, belonging, and physical activity among LGBTQ+ individuals, because structured inclusion reduces barriers to engagement and enhances psychological safety.