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RIVERTOWN RUNNERS
SLEEPY HOLLOW, NY · EIN 273931887 · Form 990EZ · FY2024 · Small ($100K-$1M) · rivertownrunners.org
revenue
$132K
expenses
$154K
net assets
$113K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

TO PROMOTE HEALTH THROUGH RUNNING

profile · synthesized from sources

Rivertown Runners is a nonprofit running club based in Sleepy Hollow, New York, that organizes community races to promote health through physical activity. The organization hosts annual 10K and half-marathon events along scenic local routes, including stretches along the Hudson River and through Rockefeller State Park Preserve. Proceeds support the RTR Outreach Fund, which benefits local charities.

named programs · 3 · from sources

What they call their work

RTR Outreach Fund
Community support initiative funded through race proceeds to benefit local charities
Sleepy Hollow 10K
Annual 10K race held in October featuring a USATF-certified course through historic Sleepy Hollow, including views of the Hudson River and local landmarks; includes a kids' fun run and awards for top finishers and age groups
Sleepy Hollow Half Marathon
Annual half-marathon held in March featuring a mix of trail and road running through Rockefeller State Park Preserve and Sleepy Hollow neighborhoods; includes electronic timing, awards, and a finisher medal
activities · 3 groups

What they do

  • Organized Running and Triathlon Events 2 activities
    • Host regular group runs and training sessions
      Organizes year-round weekly group runs on Saturdays, Sundays, and Thursdays, averaging 4–7 miles on trails in the Old Croton Aqueduct and Rockefeller State Park Preserve, and conducts Tuesday morning speed workouts at Sleepy Hollow High School featuring intervals, tempo runs, and hill repeats, open to members and the public.
    • Organize and host community running races
      Plans and executes annual running events including the Sleepy Hollow 10K, Sleepy Hollow Half Marathon, and Halloween 10K, featuring USATF-certified courses, timed races, and participant amenities such as bib pickup, finisher medals, and race-day registration. Events include a 1-mile fun run for children and attract participants of all ages.
  • Charitable Grantmaking to Specific Causes 1 activity
    • Fund community outreach and charitable programs through race proceeds
      Funds the RTR Outreach Fund, which supports local organizations and scholarship programs, distributing over $935,000 to date. Grants support playground equipment, yoga and wellness for seniors, children’s enrichment and summer camps, food pantry assistance, and college scholarships for student-athletes.
  • Professional Membership and Association Benefits 1 activity
    • Provide membership benefits and community partnerships
      Offers a membership program that provides a $5 discount on race entry fees for Rivertown Runners events and partner discounts, including at Croton Running Company in Croton-On-Hudson, to support runner engagement and local business collaboration.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$132K
Contributions & grants$1K1%
Program service revenue$123K93%
Investment income$5K4%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$154K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out$88K
balance sheet
Total assets$115K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$113K
2 years on record · 2023–2024 · YoY revenue -4.9%
relationships · 38

Who they work with

  • Boy Scouts of America Partner — Recipient of funding from the RTR Outreach Fund.
  • Coffey Funeral Home Partner — Top sponsor of the Sleepy Hollow 10K
  • Community Opportunity Center Partner — Recipient of funding from the RTR Outreach Fund.
  • Croton Running Company Partner — Partner organization providing discounts to Rivertown Runners members.
  • Friends of Rockefeller State Park Preserve Partner — Recipient of funding from the RTR Outreach Fund.
  • Friends of the OCA Partner — Recipient of funding from the RTR Outreach Fund.
  • Genesis of White Plains Partner — Top sponsor of the Sleepy Hollow 10K
  • Girl Scouts of the USA Partner — Recipient of funding from the RTR Outreach Fund.
  • It Takes a Village Partner — Recipient of funding from the RTR Outreach Fund.
  • JP Doyle’s Partner — Hosts the Thursday evening group runs, known as "Thirsty Thursdays."
  • JP Doyle’s Restaurant Partner — Hosts weekly Thursday evening group runs and post-run social gatherings.
  • Kids’ Club of Tarrytown & Sleepy Hollow Partner — Recipient of funding from the RTR Outreach Fund.
  • Make-A-Wish Hudson Valley Partner — Recipient of funding from the RTR Outreach Fund.
  • Neighborhood House in Tarrytown Partner — Recipient of funding from the RTR Outreach Fund.
  • Ossining Food Pantry Partner — Recipient of funding from the RTR Outreach Fund.
  • Pedego Electric Bikes Croton on Hudson Partner — Donated an electric bike for the organization's raffle.
  • Phelps Hospital Northwell Health Partner — Sponsors finisher medals for the Sleepy Hollow Half Marathon.
  • Phelps Hospital Northwell Health Partner — Top sponsor of the Sleepy Hollow 10K
  • Prestige Consumer Healthcare Partner — Sponsors the Sleepy Hollow Half Marathon.
  • Prestige Consumer Healthcare Partner — Top sponsor of the Sleepy Hollow 10K
  • ProClinix Partner — Top sponsor of the Sleepy Hollow 10K
  • RSHM LIFE Center Partner — Recipient of funding from the RTR Outreach Fund.
  • Restoring the Sleepy Hollow Lighthouse Partner — Recipient of funding from the RTR Outreach Fund.
  • Sleepy Hollow & Tarrytown Fire Departments Partner — Recipient of funding from the RTR Outreach Fund.
  • Sleepy Hollow Ambulance Corps Partner — Recipient of funding from the RTR Outreach Fund.
  • Sun Blue Energy Partner — Top sponsor of the Sleepy Hollow 10K
  • Symphony Medical Partner — Sponsors the Sleepy Hollow Half Marathon.
  • Symphony Medical Partner — Top sponsor of the Sleepy Hollow 10K
  • The Community Food Pantry of Tarrytown & Sleepy Hollow Partner — Recipient of funding from the RTR Outreach Fund.
  • Warner Library Partner — Recipient of funding from the RTR Outreach Fund.
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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.

  • Festive Engagement Through Costume Participation
    methodology: festive-participation
    By encouraging costumes and offering prizes, we build community spirit and lower social barriers because playful self-expression fosters connection and makes events more memorable and accessible.
  • Fun-Centered Event Design to Drive Participation
    methodology: experiential_event_design
    By designing running events around fun, festivity, and immersive experiences, we increase participation and engagement because enjoyable, low-pressure environments lower barriers to entry and encourage recurring involvement.
  • Inclusive Participation Model
    methodology: inclusive_pace_grouping
    By organizing runners into self-selected, pace-based groups, we foster inclusivity and personal autonomy because participants of all skill levels can engage meaningfully without pressure or exclusion.
  • Membership Incentive Model for Sustained Engagement
    methodology: membership_incentive_model
    By offering financial incentives for joining as members, we promote recurring participation because tangible benefits increase perceived value and commitment to the community.
  • Running as a Path to Health and Community
    methodology: running-for-health
    By using running as a shared activity, we promote physical health and strengthen community bonds because collective movement fosters mutual support and sustained engagement.