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Charlotte recreation, sports, and social clubs

There are 1,134 recreation centers, sports teams, and social clubs in the greater Charlotte metro area, including the cities of Charlotte, Concord, Gastonia, and Rock Hill within the states of South Carolina and North Carolina. Combined, these Charlotte metro recreation, sports, and social clubs employ 6,248 people, earn more than $1 billion in revenue each year, and have assets of $901 million.
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Types of recreation, sports, and social clubs in Charlotte

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Amateur sports clubs and leagues
 
558
 
$86,002,416
Social and country clubs
 
198
 
$136,427,996
Baseball and softball leagues
 
104
 
$4,175,045
Recreational and summer camps
 
74
 
$13,584,839
Sports training camps and centers
 
62
 
$729,704,602
Swimming leagues and clubs
 
57
 
$13,260,032
Organizations supporting multiple recreation centers, sports teams, and social clubs
 
49
 
$1,967,225
Sports competitions
 
49
 
$26,026,355
Football clubs and leagues
 
48
 
$2,911,998
Community parks and recreation centers
 
48
 
$53,752,794
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Job trends for Charlotte recreation, sports, and social clubs

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
135
1-10
 
41
11-25
 
9
26-100
 
19
101 to 1,000
 
14
1,000+
 
1
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Sizes of recreation, sports, and social clubs in Charlotte

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
223
$250k to $1M
 
82
$1M to $5M
 
27
$5M to $25M
 
17
$25M to $100M
 
2
$100M+
 
1
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Directory of recreation, sports, and social clubs in Charlotte

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1-20 of 1,134

Atlantic Coast Conference

A non-profit educational institution located in Greensboro, NC that promotes and regulates inter-collegiate athletic programs for fifteen member institutions.
Revenue
$706.6m
Assets
$275.5m
Employees
53
EIN
56-0599082
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Leroy Springs and Company (LSC)

Leroy Springs and Company's mission is to provide affordable, quality recreational, educational and community activities and facilities in the communities they serve.
Revenue
$21.0m
Assets
$103.6m
Employees
718
EIN
57-0344121
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Us National Whitewater Center

Outdoor recreation center offering whitewater rafting, kayaking, paddleboarding, climbing, zip lines, adventure courses, mountain biking and ice skating.
Revenue
$28.3m
Assets
$67.9m
Employees
1,101
EIN
56-2247955
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Charlotte Soccer Academy (CSA)

The Charlotte Soccer Academy provides player development for approximately 5,300 boys and girls, ranging in age from 4 to 19, competing in both recreational and competitive soccer.
Revenue
$9.3m
Assets
$11.6m
Employees
39
EIN
56-1887771
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA)

The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) is the oldest African-American athletic conference and one of the largest Division II conferences in the country.
Revenue
$6.3m
Assets
$2.2m
Employees
13
EIN
54-0698623
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Charlotte Independence Soccer Club

Charlotte Independence Soccer Club promotes soccer for all ages, emphasizing development, community engagement, and inclusivity through various competitive and recreational programs.
Revenue
$10.7m
Assets
$2.3m
Employees
221
EIN
83-4522850
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Big South Conference

The Big South Conference is a collegiate athletic conference affiliated with the NCAA's Division I. Originally a non-football conference, the Big South began sponsoring football in 2002.
Revenue
$6.8m
Assets
$9.0m
Employees
17
EIN
57-0759570
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Girls on the Run International

We inspire girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. We envision a world where every girl knows and activates her limitless potential and is free to boldly pursue her dreams.
Revenue
$7.0m
Assets
$10.0m
Employees
59
EIN
56-2201835
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Charlotte Sports Foundation

The Charlotte Sports Foundation provides leadership for sports-based initiatives that create a positive economic impact and enhance quality of life in the Charlotte region.
Revenue
$18.5m
Assets
$18.0m
Employees
8
EIN
46-2059715
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Sandra and Leon Levine Jewish Community Center

Jewish center in Charlotte, NC with social, educational, athletic and recreational facilities for intercommunity interaction and Jewish heritage awareness.
Revenue
$9.2m
Assets
$14.6m
Employees
409
EIN
56-1100696
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Swimmac Carolina (MAC)

The Mecklenburg Aquatic Club is a not-for-profit organization whose purpose is to provide a comprehensive, year-round competitive, instructional, and recreational swimming program to the greater Charlotte area.
Revenue
$5.7m
Assets
$2.1m
Employees
182
EIN
59-1769720
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Cedarwood Country Club

Cedarwood Country Club is a social or country club in Charlotte, NC whose mission is: A Country Club providing services for members and their guests.
Revenue
$6.8m
Assets
$6.2m
Employees
144
EIN
56-1383975
IRS type
501(c)(7)

National Junior College Athletic Association

The NJCAA promotes athletic opportunities and administers eligibility rules for member colleges, while supporting equitable participation and educational objectives.
Revenue
$4.6m
Assets
$6.8m
Employees
0
EIN
41-6023833
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Carolina Golf Club

Carolina Golf Club is a private club dedicated to providing its members, their families, and guests, with an exceptional Donald Ross golf course and excellent golf-oriented programs.
Revenue
$5.1m
Assets
$9.1m
Employees
90
EIN
56-0677644
IRS type
501(c)(7)

Gaston Country Club

Social Club providing recreational facilities including golf, tennis, swimming, fitness, dining, and social activities. Nonprofit social Club operated to enhance the social and athletic lifestyle of its members.
Revenue
$7.0m
Assets
$8.9m
Employees
161
EIN
56-0232825
IRS type
501(c)(7)

River Hills Country Club

River Hills Country Club offers outstanding amenities, activities, and services for members including golf, food and beverage offerings in Lake Wylie, SC.
Revenue
$5.2m
Assets
$5.4m
Employees
152
EIN
57-0645624
IRS type
501(c)(7)

Myers Park Country Club

Myers Park Country Club: Private social club with golf, tennis, swimming, dining and lounge facilities in Charlotte, NC.
Revenue
$16.2m
Assets
$58.3m
Employees
334
EIN
56-0333840
IRS type
501(c)(7)

Carmel Country Club

Carmel Country Club is a membership club that provides social interaction and recreation for the benefit of its members. The Club has facilities such as tennis courts, golf courses, swimming pools and dining rooms.
Revenue
$32.4m
Assets
$54.8m
Employees
526
EIN
56-0507966
IRS type
501(c)(7)

Veterans Bridge Home

VBH connects veterans, military families to services. Mission is stronger community one veteran at a time. Prioritizes social capital and events to address suicide risk.
Revenue
$2.2m
Assets
$3.8m
Employees
27
EIN
45-2350728
IRS type
501(c)(3)

South Atlantic Conference

To promote growth and leadership to the student athlete through participation in intercollegiate sports.
Revenue
$2.6m
Assets
$767.5k
Employees
9
EIN
56-1660086
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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This category corresponds to the "N00: Recreation, Sports, Leisure, Athletics: General" National Taxonomy of Exempt Entities (NTEE) code. Cause IQ determines NTEEs for organizations by its own internally-developed secret-sauce algorithms.
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