The Westchester Country Club Foundation · Est. 2026
Preserving Architecture. Honoring History. Protecting a Legacy.
Preserving the historic buildings, architectural heritage and enduring legacy of Westchester Country Club for future generations.
Our Purpose
Ensuring these structures endure
Westchester Country Club’s historic buildings and structures are central to the story of the Club and to the architectural heritage of the region. The Foundation exists to help ensure that these significant structures endure with their historic character and authenticity intact.
Foundation resources are intended for preservation, restoration and maintenance of the exterior and fundamental interior structure of:
- 01Club House
- 02Beach Club
- 03Pool
- 04Historically or architecturally significant ancillary buildings
Resources are directed to the buildings and structures themselves — not to Member amenities or interior decorations.
Architectural & Historic Legacy
A vision by Bowman, realized by Warren and Wetmore
1919
John McEntee Bowman purchased land in Harrison and Rye, including beachfront property on Manursing Island.
The Vision
Bowman called upon the celebrated architectural firm, Warren and Wetmore, to design a world class Hotel, Sports House, and Beach Club.
The Architects
Warren and Wetmore also designed Grand Central Station and numerous other historic buildings.
Beyond Bricks & Mortar
The Foundation’s mission also supports the preservation and promotion of the history of these buildings, the legacy of Bowman, and the work of Warren and Wetmore.
For the Future
Through preservation and educational activity, the Foundation seeks to carry this architectural and historic legacy forward for future generations.
Preserving a Landmark
Restore, maintain and preserve
The Westchester Country Club Foundation was formed to restore, maintain and preserve the historically and architecturally significant Club House at 99 Biltmore Avenue in Rye, the Beach Club on Manursing Island, and related historic structures.
The preservation work is focused on the buildings and structures themselves — including their exteriors and fundamental infrastructure — rather than Member amenities or interior decorations.
Preservation priorities
- Exterior restoration
- Historically appropriate preservation
- Fundamental structural work
- Protecting the buildings’ historic character and authenticity
- Preserving architectural and historical significance for future generations
How Support Is Used
Protecting Our Architectural Legacy
Exterior restoration and historically appropriate preservation of the Club House, Beach Club, Pool and significant ancillary structures.
Fundamental structural work needed to ensure historic buildings are capable of enduring for future generations.
“Your support can help preserve these landmarks for generations to come.”
Leadership
Foundation Directors
- Mark Moores
- Mark L. Valerio
- Kelly LeGaye
- Katie Schmitz
- Joseph DeSimone
Donations
Help Preserve a Lasting Legacy
Drop off a check
Drop off a check payable to The Westchester Country Club Foundation with the Accounting Department.
Mail a check
Mail a check payable to The Westchester Country Club Foundation to:
The Westchester Country Club Foundation99 Biltmore Avenue
Rye, NY 10580
Attention: Accounting Department
By email
Donations may also be arranged by emailing Board@westchesterccfoundation.org.
Accepted gifts
- Gifts of cash
- Appreciated securities
- IRA gifts
- Gifts from Donor Advised Funds (DAFs)
The Foundation is an I.R.C. Section 501(c)(3) public charity; contributions to the Foundation are deductible for federal income tax purposes as well as for federal estate and gift tax. Therefore gifts of cash, appreciated securities, IRAs, and gifts from Donor Advised Funds (DAFs) can be accepted.
Grants may be made to Westchester Country Club, Inc. only under written restrictions requiring that funds be used for the Foundation’s charitable preservation purposes and not to subsidize Club operations or Member amenities.
Online giving is not currently available. Donors are encouraged to consult their own tax advisers regarding their individual circumstances.
Charitable Status & Independence
The Foundation is recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
The Westchester Country Club Foundation qualifies as 501(c)(3) and operates independently of the Westchester Country Club Board of Governors. All donations are tax deductible subject to IRS limitations.
Contact
Get in touch
99 Biltmore Avenue
Rye, NY 10580
Email: Board@westchesterccfoundation.org
Donation Instructions