named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
4-H Livestock Exhibits
Educational youth program showcasing animal husbandry and agricultural skills through youth-led livestock displays.
Comfort Zone Camp Partnership
Collaborative outreach to support bereaved children through camp information and engagement at the fair.
Dutchess County Fair
Annual multi-day fair featuring agricultural exhibits, livestock displays, educational programs, vendor markets, food concessions, and family entertainment.
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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County and Regional Agricultural Fair Management 7 activities
- Conducts youth livestock auction and educational support programOrganizes and holds an annual youth livestock auction at the Livestock Pavilion on Livestock Hill during the Dutchess County Fair, facilitating youth development by recognizing agricultural achievement and supporting participants' education and skill-building through proceeds from the sale.
- Hosts seasonal events at the Dutchess County FairgroundsOrganizes and hosts multiple annual events at the fairgrounds beyond the Dutchess County Fair, including the Hudson Valley Wine & Food Fest (September 12–13, 2026), Country Living Fair (October 2–4, 2026), NYS Sheep & Wool Family Festival (October 17–18, 2026), Handcrafted Octoberfest (October 10–11, 2026), and the Rhinebeck Antique Car Show & Swap Meet (May 1–3, 2026).
- Manages food, beverage, and vendor operations at fairsOrganizes and presents a variety of food, beverage, craft, and dessert vendors at the Dutchess County Fair, including a searchable list of vendors with map locations and favorite-marking options. Also organizes food concessions and promotes new food sampling through the Dutchess SporkRun program.
- Operates fair entertainment and family attractionsProvides midway rides in partnership with Powers Great American Midways, operates a free mini-golf course themed around New York agriculture, hosts K9 police dog demonstrations, family fishing activities with barbless hooks, and free Grandstand concerts with paid fair admission, including the Painted Pony Championship Rodeo.
- Organizes and operates the annual Dutchess County FairHosts the Dutchess County Fair annually, scheduled for August 25–30, 2026, featuring exhibitions, educational programs, entertainment, and midway rides. The fair includes daily hours from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM Tuesday through Saturday and 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM on Sunday.
- Organizes livestock exhibitions and competitionsHosts a wide range of livestock events including the Open Holstein dairy cattle competition, Junior Beef Show, 4-H Meat Goat Show, Youth Horse Show, and Ecumenical Church Service. Dedicating 12 acres to livestock exhibitions and hosting over 1,000 individual exhibitors showcasing livestock and agricultural products.
- Promotes agriculture and allied sciences through education and competitionPromotes agriculture, horticulture, mechanical and domestic arts, fine arts, and allied sciences through education, instruction, display, and competition, as stated in its IRS Form 990.
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Onsite & Outreach Environmental Education Programs 1 activity
- Operates youth and agricultural education programsHosts a scavenger hunt with agricultural education content, an interactive children's farm exhibit with simulated farming activities, and interactive science programs to promote STEM engagement. Maintains themed gardens and operates a working sugar house and cider mill using on-site maple trees and local apples.
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Accessibility Services for Cultural Programs 1 activity
- Provides fairground visitor services and accessibility featuresOffers mobile ticket purchasing, interactive maps, free parking, complimentary trolley transportation, ATMs, accessible facilities, paved walkways, adapted restrooms, and ADA seating options for fair events. Ensures accessibility for individuals with disabilities and provides clear signage for restrooms and services.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$5.90M
Contributions & grants$449K8%
Program service revenue$5.07M86%
Investment income$87K1%
Other revenue$292K
expenses
Total expenses$5.04M
Program expenses90%
Admin / overhead10%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$1.37M
Grants paid out$59K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$12.21M
Cash$3.10M
Investments$102K
Liabilities$142K
Net assets$12.07M
Liquid reserves7.6 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +7.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 3
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANDREW K IMPERATI | PRESIDENT/CEO | 50 | $203K |
| DONNA ZUNA | CFO | 40 | $114K |
| KENNETH IMPERATI | LABORER | 40 | $106K |
board members · 17
- ARVINE COON JR — DIRECTOR
- BOB BECKMANN — SECOND VICE-CHAIRMAN
- DAVID FOUNTAIN — DIRECTOR
- DEAN DESTAZIO — DIRECTOR
- DOUGLAS HART — PARLIAMENTARIAN
- EDWARD HACKETT — DIRECTOR
- FREDRICK BATTENFELD — DIRECTOR
- LEWIS RUGE — SECRETARY
- MARK GERMOND — DIRECTOR
- MICHELLE HICKS — DIRECTOR
- RAYMOND MCENROE — DIRECTOR, THRU MARCH 2024
- RICHARD WECKESSER — DIRECTOR
- RICHARD WHALEN — DIRECTOR
- RONALD MUSTELLO — DIRECTOR
- RONALD VARRICCHIO — DIRECTOR
- THOMAS ANGELL — FIRST VICE-CHAIRMAN
- TIM COON — CHAIRMAN
relationships · 81
Who they work with
- 4-H Partner — Collaborates with 4-H to host youth livestock and skill competitions
- American Catering LLC/MazzaMia Partner — Food vendor offering Almond Crusted Grouper Platter or Sandwich, Fried Chicken on a Stick, and other items at the 2025 Dutchess County Fair.
- Amy’s Sweet Treats Partner — Vendor providing food and dessert items at the Dutchess County Fair.
- Animated Concessions Partner — Food vendor offering turkey legs, lemonade, strawberry lemonade, soda, and water at the 2025 Dutchess County Fair.
- Beezix Candy Company Partner — Vendor providing dessert items at the Dutchess County Fair.
- Billie's Baked Potatoes Inc Partner — Food vendor offering stuffed baked potatoes and fountain drinks at the 2025 Dutchess County Fair.
- Brody's Mac n Cheese Partner — Food vendor offering White Cheddar Mac, Smoked Gouda Mac, and Pepperjack Mac at the 2025 Dutchess County Fair.
- Brody’s Mac and Cheese Partner — Vendor providing food items at the Dutchess County Fair.
- Bruiser's Barbeque Partner — Food vendor offering pulled pork and chopped brisket sandwiches, mac n cheese, nachos, and beverages at the 2025 Dutchess County Fair.
- Cats View Farm Partner — Vendor providing craft items at the Dutchess County Fair.
- Chompers Partner — Food vendor offering Bacon Cheeseburger Chompers, Chicken Parm, and Taco Chompers at the 2025 Dutchess County Fair.
- Chopping Block Catering Partner — Food vendor offering Pork Belly and Beignets on a Stick and Deep Fried Brussel Sprouts at the 2025 Dutchess County Fair.
- Comfort Zone Camp Partner — Partner organization providing bereavement services for children at the fair
- Commerford’s Petting Zoo Partner — Provides a petting zoo experience at the fair.
- Compassionate Care Animal Rescue Efforts of Dutchess County Partner — Partner organization providing animal adoption and rescue information
- Crabshack, LLC Partner — Food vendor offering Lobster Rolls, Clam Strip Rolls, Crab Cakes, and seafood platters at the 2025 Dutchess County Fair.
- Crumpet Concessions Partner — Vendor providing dessert and food items at the Dutchess County Fair.
- Crumpet Concessions Co dba Apple Fries Partner — Food vendor offering Apple Fries, toppings, Jolly Rancher Slush, and frozen lemonade at the 2025 Dutchess County Fair.
- Dan's Fried Dough, Inc Partner — Food vendor offering Fried Dough with toppings, Zeppoles, and cold drinks at the 2025 Dutchess County Fair.
- Dirt Road Designs by Roe Partner — Vendor providing craft items at the Dutchess County Fair.
- Doc Pickle Partner — Vendor providing food items at the Dutchess County Fair.
- Doc Pickle LLC Partner — Food vendor offering grilled dill pickle waffles with cheese and potatoes, Pickle Iced Tea, and Pickle Punch at the 2025 Dutchess County Fair.
- Dutchess County Fair Partner — Organization that manages sponsorships and vendor relationships for the fair.
- Dutchess County Veterans Services Government — Government-affiliated organization providing veteran services information
- Dutchess County Youth Partner — Supports youth agricultural programs including the annual livestock sale
- ETIX Government — Official ticket provider for Dutchess County Fair events and performances.
- Eddie's Pickles Partner — Food vendor offering pickles, fried pickles, condiments, and pickle juice drinks at the 2025 Dutchess County Fair.
- F&W Concessions Inc. Partner — Food vendor offering Greek Gyros, CharBroiled Chicken in a Pita, Sausage & Peppers, and beverages at the 2025 Dutchess County Fair.
- Family Fun Concessions Partner — Food vendor offering cotton candy, popcorn, sno-cones, caramel apples, and frozen treats at the 2025 Dutchess County Fair.
- Family Fun Concessions Partner — Vendor providing food and dessert items at the Dutchess County Fair.
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strategies · 3
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.
- Community Engagement Through Shared Experiencemethodology: community-engagement-through-entertainmentBy hosting an annual fair with inclusive, family-friendly entertainment and participatory elements like voting and free access, we strengthen community bonds and sustain public interest in agriculture because shared cultural experiences build collective identity and long-term engagement.
- Experiential Agricultural Educationmethodology: experiential_educationBy using interactive, hands-on experiences such as live demonstrations, animal encounters, scavenger hunts, and farm-to-market learning, we educate the public — especially children — about agriculture and food origins because experiential engagement increases understanding and retention more effectively than passive methods.
- Youth Development Through Agricultural Engagementmethodology: youth-agricultural-developmentBy involving youth in livestock auctions and agricultural skill-building, we promote personal growth, education, and marketing competencies because hands-on participation in competitive and recognized agricultural activities fosters responsibility, confidence, and career awareness in rural industries.