named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Annual Holiday Community Potluck Dinner
Community event held on December 25th that brings together residents and visitors for shared food, music, and storytelling, revived by the Chamber after a pandemic-related hiatus
Protect Music, Arts & Culture Initiative
Advocacy campaign addressing proposed noise ordinance changes, engaging the community in civic dialogue, public hearings, and policy recommendations to protect outdoor music and cultural expression in Woodstock
Woodstock 55 – Creative Regeneration Events
Series of cultural events commemorating the 55th anniversary of the Woodstock Festival, including live music performances at historic venues like Tinker Street Cinema
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Neighborhood Civic Engagement 1 activity
- Facilitates member engagement and civic participationCreates opportunities for chamber members and residents to engage civically through events like the Community Soundboard meeting and by organizing pop-up shops, trunk shows, and guidebooks that highlight local voices and commerce.
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Organized Member Social Events 1 activity
- Organizes community events to foster connection and inclusionHosts annual gatherings such as the Holiday Community Potluck Dinner and Christmas Dinner on December 25th to provide food, companionship, and a sense of belonging, particularly for isolated residents. Reinstated in-person events in 2024 after a pandemic-related pause.
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Business Member Promotion Services 1 activity
- Promotes local businesses in Woodstock, NYAdvances the visibility and success of member businesses through print materials, an online directory, social media features, and networking events. Supports economic development by fostering business relationships and community education initiatives.
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Community-Engaged Public Art Projects 1 activity
- Supports arts and cultural programming in commercial and public spacesFacilitates collaborations between artists, culture bearers, and the community to enhance public spaces through murals, gardens, sculptures, and live presentations. Organizes music events and cultural celebrations, including Make Music Day and the Halloween Parade, to strengthen community well-being and cultural vibrancy.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Advocates for cultural resilience and the role of arts in commerceChampions the importance of arts, music, and cultural communities in sustaining regional economic vitality. Led a petition drive that collected 2,748 signatures by February 2023 to protect outdoor music through zoning and noise mitigation reforms.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$11K
Contributions & grants——
Program service revenue——
Investment income$10%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$15K
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Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
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balance sheet
Total assets$5K
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Net assets$5K
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue -9.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022
Who runs it
board members · 6
- BEN ROLLINS — BOARD MEMBER
- BOB HELFANT — BOARD MEMBER
- CHRIS WELLS — BOARD MEMBER
- EMILY ATKINS PETERSON — BOARD MEMBER
- LAURA WARREN — BOARD MEMBER
- VICKI STENT — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 32
Who they work with
- Adams Fairacre Farms Partner — Supported the Holiday Community Potluck Dinner through donations or in-kind contributions.
- Alba’s Kitchen Partner — Supported the Holiday Community Potluck Dinner through donations or in-kind contributions.
- Andromeda Raindance Partner — Board Member serving as Community Liaison for the Chamber.
- Byrdcliffe Partner — Collaborates with Byrdcliffe, an arts colony that hosts local and visiting artists, as part of Woodstock’s cultural ecosystem.
- Colony Cafe Woodstock Partner — Supported the Holiday Community Potluck Dinner through donations or in-kind contributions.
- Crystle Maillet Partner — Board Member with retail management and artistic background supporting Chamber initiatives.
- Dharmagirl’s Kitchen Partner — Supported the Holiday Community Potluck Dinner through donations or in-kind contributions.
- Family Of Woodstock Hotline Partner — Supported the Holiday Community Potluck Dinner through donations or in-kind contributions.
- Garden Cafe Partner — Supported the Holiday Community Potluck Dinner through donations or in-kind contributions.
- H. Houst & Son Partner — Recognizes H. Houst & Son as a legacy business that supports the town through decades of change.
- Houst’s Hardware Partner — Supported the Holiday Community Potluck Dinner through donations or in-kind contributions.
- James Conrad Partner — Advisory Board Member supporting the Chamber Board and its members.
- Keep Music Alive Outside Partner — Collaborated with the Woodstock Chamber of Commerce and Arts Inc. to collect signatures and advocate for the protection of outdoor music.
- Leigha Eyster Partner — Board Member and artist contributing to the Chamber's mission of expanding arts in commerce.
- Make Music Alliance Partner — Collaborates with Make Music Alliance chapters to host Make Music Day events in Woodstock.
- Maverick Concerts Partner — Recognizes Maverick Concerts as a key cultural partner offering chamber music and other performances in the region.
- Nina Doyle Partner — Advisory Board Member supporting Chamber operations and strategy.
- Overlook Bakery Partner — Supported the Holiday Community Potluck Dinner through donations or in-kind contributions.
- PayPal Funder — Platform used to process tax-deductible donations to support the Chamber's programs.
- Rachel Marco-Havens Partner — Co-President of the Chamber Board and artist supporting the integration of arts into local commerce.
- Seasoned Gives Partner — Supported the Holiday Community Potluck Dinner through donations or in-kind contributions.
- Station Bar & Curio Partner — Supported the Holiday Community Potluck Dinner through donations or in-kind contributions.
- Sunfrost Farms Partner — Supported the Holiday Community Potluck Dinner through donations or in-kind contributions.
- Tinker Street Cinema Partner — Venue hosting live music event in collaboration with the Woodstock Chamber of Commerce and Arts Inc.
- Tiny Stainker Partner — Advisory Board Member contributing to Chamber efficiency and productivity.
- Toni Wiedenbacher Partner — Provided guidance in reinstating the Holiday Community Potluck Dinner based on prior leadership and tradition.
- Town of Woodstock Government — Partnered with the Chamber to support the Holiday Community Potluck Dinner, providing resources or venue access.
- Ulster Savings Partner — Supported the Holiday Community Potluck Dinner through donations or in-kind contributions.
- Woodstock Building Supply Partner — Recognizes Woodstock Building Supply as a legacy business contributing to the continuity and resilience of local commerce.
- Woodstock Mutual Aid Partner — Supported the Holiday Community Potluck Dinner through donations or in-kind contributions.
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strategies · 2
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.
- Arts-Driven Economic Developmentmethodology: arts-driven economic developmentBy positioning arts, music, and culture as central drivers of commerce, the organization stimulates economic vitality in Woodstock because creative industries attract visitors, support local businesses, and strengthen community identity.
- Community-Led Systems Changemethodology: whole systems thinkingBy using whole systems thinking and community-led processes, the organization builds sustainable and regenerative solutions because local ownership, historical continuity, and inclusive participation lead to more resilient and adaptive community outcomes.