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NEW YORK FLYERS INCORPORATED
NEW YORK, NY · EIN 133707773 · Form 990EZ · FY2025 · Micro (<$100K) · nyflyers.org
revenue
$34K
expenses
$31K
net assets
$28K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

TO PROMOTE THE ENJOYMENT OF RUNNING, TO PROVIDE A SUPPORTIVE AND NURTURING ENVIRONMENT WHICH ENCORAGES AND ASSISTS MEMBERS IN ATTAINING THEIR ATHLETIC GOALS, AND TO PROMOTE FRIENDSHIP, CAMARADERIE AND VOLUNTEERISM THROUGH ORGANIZED SOCIAL ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS.

profile · synthesized from sources

The New York Flyers is a running club founded in 1989 that provides weekly group runs, coached training programs, and social events for runners of all abilities in New York City. The organization fosters a supportive community focused on athletic development, camaraderie, and volunteerism. It hosts long training runs, marathon preparation programs, and participates in local races and community service.

named programs · 6 · from sources

What they call their work

3 Bridges Long Runs
Fully supported 20-mile training run (with shorter options) along the NYC Marathon route, featuring pacers, fluid stations, and bag check, offered twice annually to prepare marathoners.
Debs' Book Club
Informal social book club for members to discuss literature and build community outside of running.
Marathon Training Program (MTP)
Coached training program using VDOT methodology to help runners prepare for marathons, including personalized pacing and structured workouts.
NYC Marathon Gel Station Volunteer Program
Organized volunteer effort at Mile 18 of the NYC Marathon, providing gels to runners and earning guaranteed bibs for future races through team participation.
SpeedPass
Speed-work classes led by coaches to improve running performance through interval and tempo training sessions.
Weekly Group Runs
Free weekly runs at various times and locations in Central Park and Prospect Park, open to members and non-members, with different paces and distances to accommodate all runners.
activities · 3 groups

What they do

  • Organized Running and Triathlon Events 4 activities
    • Host weekly group runs in Central Park and Prospect Park
      Organizes weekly group runs in Central Park and Prospect Park at various times and paces, including Saturday, Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, and special sessions such as "6 @ 6" on Thursday evenings. Runs are open to all paces and typically last about one hour.
    • Operate a gel station at the NYC Marathon
      Runs a gel station at Mile 18 of the NYC Marathon to support participants, providing Power Gels and other aid during the event.
    • Organize competitive running events
      Hosts club-organized races such as a one-mile race on Fifth Avenue and club points races including the Percy Sutton Harlem 5K and the Club Points race to promote competitive running among members.
    • Organize long training runs for marathon preparation
      Hosts structured long training runs such as the Three Bridges, Last 10 Miles, and a fully supported 20-mile run with shorter options, following much of the NYC Marathon course and including pacing support, fluid stations, bag check, and community support.
  • Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
    • Facilitate volunteer opportunities for members
      Offers ongoing volunteer roles in event planning, run organizing, photography, website maintenance, social media, newcomer outreach, governance, and staffing community service activities such as marathon support stations.
  • Organized Member Social Events 1 activity
    • Host social events for members
      Organizes a calendar of social events including post-run gatherings at local businesses, a summer social run with free protein ice cream, a December holiday party, an annual awards gala, and the DEBS Book Club with literature discussions.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$34K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$3K10%
Investment income$10%
Other revenue$13K
expenses
Total expenses$31K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
balance sheet
Total assets$28K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$28K
5 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue -24.2%
relationships · 21

Who they work with

  • Central Park Tavern Partner — Hosts post-run social meet-ups for the New York Flyers running group.
  • David’s Ice Cream Partner — Collaborates on social runs that end at David’s Protein Scoop Shop.
  • David’s Protein Scoop Shop Partner — Co-hosted a post-run event providing free protein ice cream and toppings to participants.
  • Fleet Feet Partner — Provides check-in location at Columbus Circle and offers a 10% discount to event participants.
  • Heylo Partner — Uses Heylo platform for race registration, team coordination, and post-race communication among members.
  • NYRR Partner — Collaborates with NYRR to operate a gel station at the NYC Marathon.
  • NYRR Partner — Early supporter of NYRR’s original long-run programs.
  • NYRR (New York Road Runners) Partner — Coordinates volunteer opportunities at NYRR events, including the NYC Marathon Gel Station.
  • Percy Sutton Harlem 5K Partner — Collaborates with the Percy Sutton Harlem 5K for club participation and points racing.
  • RRCA Government — Adheres to RRCA guidelines for running events.
  • RRCA Government — Adheres to guidelines set by the Road Runners Club of America.
  • RRCA Government — Follows guidelines from the Road Runners Club of America.
  • RRCA Government — Follows guidelines set by the RRCA for running activities.
  • RRCA Government — Follows guidelines set by the RRCA for running events.
  • RRCA Network — Follows guidelines set by the Road Runners Club of America for group running activities.
  • USATF Government — Adheres to USATF guidelines for running events and safety.
  • USATF Government — Adheres to USATF guidelines for running events.
  • USATF Government — Adheres to USATF standards for running activities.
  • USATF Government — Adheres to standards from USA Track & Field for running events.
  • USATF Government — Follows guidelines from USA Track & Field.
  • USATF Government — Follows standards established by USA Track & Field.
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.

  • Anti-Racism as Practice in Membership Culture
    methodology: anti_racism_in_practice
    By integrating anti-racism into membership and operational practices, the organization sustains diversity and inclusion because intentional policies counter systemic barriers and foster equitable belonging.
  • Community-Building Through Shared Athletic Experiences
    methodology: community_building_through_shared_experiences
    By combining structured group runs and social events with athletic training, the organization builds lasting camaraderie and community because shared physical challenges and social interaction deepen member connections.
  • Inclusive Community Model
    methodology: inclusive_community_model
    By creating a supportive, small-club environment that welcomes runners of all ages, paces, and experience levels, the organization fosters sustained engagement and goal achievement because inclusivity reduces isolation and builds mutual support.
  • Structured Group Training for Marathon Preparation
    methodology: long_run_training_model
    By using signature long runs and weekly speed work sessions rooted in proven training models, the organization enhances marathon readiness because structured, community-supported training improves adherence and performance.