The Yonkers Paddling & Rowing Club, Inc. is a not-for-profit membership organization whose purposes are to:

• Encourage the growth of, and participation in, rowing and paddling sports.
• Educate and inform the public about the environment of the Hudson River and the importance of its protection for present and future generations.
• Teach and foster rowing and paddling skills among adults and youths.
• Encourage use of safety skills and procedures in rowing and paddling sports in particular, and in water sports in general.
• Provide sites for storage of boats and the conduct of rowing and paddling programs, and
• Publicize, organize and conduct rowing and paddling events of all types, including, but not limited to competitive events.