irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $144KPEARL CITY CLAY HOUSE (PCCH) IS A NEW INFINITY PROGRAM AND SATELLITE SITE THAT OPENED IN NOVEMBER 2022. PCCH SEEKS TO CREATE AND SUSTAIN AN INCLUSIVE, FUN ENVIRONMENT WHERE INDIVIDUALS, GROUPS, FAMILIES, AND TOURISTS CAN LEARN AND PROGRESS THROUGH ACTIVE PARTICIPATION IN THE VISUAL ARTS, CONTEMPORARY ARTISAN CRAFTS, AND CERAMICS/CLAY-RELATED ACTIVITIES AND INSTRUCTION. PCCH FOSTERS COMMUNITY CONNECTEDNESS, ADVANCED ARTS EDUCATION EXPERIENCES, AND QUALITY ARTS INSTRUCTION FOR ADULTS AND FAMILIES.
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Adult Private Lessons
Private instruction for adults over 18 in music, art, dance, and theater, tailored to individual goals and interests.
Infinity Ultimate Adventure Challenge
Annual fundraising campaign running from May to December each year to support the organization's programs.
Infinity Youth Membership
Comprehensive arts program for youth 18 and under, including weekly private lessons, group classes, performance opportunities, and leadership training in music, art, dance, theater, and performance.
Pearl City Clay House
Community arts space offering classes and workshops in ceramics, clay, felting, bookbinding, and other crafts for adults, families, and visitors; profits support youth programming at Infinity.
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Benefit Events for Arts and Culture 1 activity
- Annual fundraising and community engagement eventsHosts annual events including the Holiday Art Market, Ultimate Adventure Challenge, Spring Showcase, and Juried Student Art Show to raise funds and celebrate youth artistry and community creativity.
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Community Art Education Workshops 1 activity
- Community art space operations at Pearl City Clay HouseOperates Pearl City Clay House as a satellite community art space in downtown Jamestown, NY, offering clay/pottery, bisque painting, paper and fabric arts, felting, book binding, and other artisan craft experiences for families, adults, and visitors.
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Subsidized Rehearsal and Performance Space 1 activity
- Facility and resource provision for arts educationOperates a 14,100 sq. ft. custom-designed facility equipped with classrooms, performance spaces, recording studios, and art studios, providing instruments, equipment, supplies, and safe learning environments for students.
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Artist Support Grants 1 activity
- Funding youth programming through Pearl City Clay House profitsDirects 100% of profits from Pearl City Clay House to support youth arts education initiatives and programming at the Infinity Center, functioning as a self-sustaining funding mechanism for accessible arts education.
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Arts Education Scholarships 1 activity
- Scholarship program for youth arts educationAwards over $40,000 annually in need-based scholarships to students demonstrating financial need, supporting access to private lessons, group classes, and individualized arts education.
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Curated Art Exhibitions and Public Displays 1 activity
- Student art exhibition and gallery programmingFacilitates participation in local and regional gallery exhibitions, hosts an annual student art exhibit, and maintains the online art gallery “Infinite Artistry” to showcase student artwork.
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Classical and Chamber Music Performances 1 activity
- Student performance and showcase opportunitiesOrganizes regular performance ensembles, concerts, recitals, and public showcases including the Spring Showcase and events at regional and national venues such as the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the International Blues Challenge. Provides access to a recording studio and rehearsal space for student artists.
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Comprehensive K–12 Arts Education 1 activity
- Youth arts education programsProvides comprehensive visual and performing arts education for youth of all ages through private lessons, weekly group classes, and workshops in music, art, dance, theater, and musical theater. Offers mentorship, leadership training, and creative development opportunities across disciplines.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$959K
Contributions & grants$494K52%
Program service revenue$297K31%
Investment income$6K1%
Other revenue$162K
expenses
Total expenses$714K
Program expenses79%
Admin / overhead16%
Fundraising5%
Salaries & benefits$528K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.83M
Cash$516K
Investments$0
Liabilities$530K
Net assets$1.30M
Liquid reserves8.7 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +24.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| SHANE HAWKINS | EXECUTIVE DI | 40 | $85K |
board members · 12
- ALEJANDRO LANTIGUA — DIR, START 1
- ALYSSA PORTER — SEC, END 12/
- JACOB BROCK — SRT 1/25, VP
- JASON STRONZ — TREAS, START
- JESSICA MACK — DIR, START 1
- JUSTIN MARCH — PRES, THRU 1
- LIZ WHITNEY — DIR 1/25-7/2
- MAKAYLA SANTIAGO FROEBEL — PRES, 1/26,
- NEIL FLORY — DIRECTOR, EN
- REBECCA DAVISON-MARCH — SEC, START 1
- SHELBY TOMASZEWSKI — DIRECTOR, EN
- STEPHEN RICZKER — TREAS, END 1
relationships · 36
Who they work with
- Appalachian Regional Commission Funder — Supported the development of Pearl City Clay House
- Arts Council for Chautauqua County Partner — Former host organization that provided initial space for Infinity in the Swanson Building.
- Axiom Courier Capital LLC Partner — 2026 sponsor of the Ultimate Adventure Challenge
- Chautauqua Institution Partner — Performance venue for Infinity ensembles
- Chautauqua Region Community Foundation Funder — Supported the development of Pearl City Clay House
- Christian Goode Funder — Supported the development of Pearl City Clay House
- City of Jamestown Government — Supported the development of Pearl City Clay House
- Facebook Partner — Platform used for outreach and engagement; organization encourages followers to "like" or "follow" updates.
- Gebbie Foundation Funder — Supported the development of Pearl City Clay House
- Greater Chautauqua Federal Credit Union Partner — 2026 sponsor of the Ultimate Adventure Challenge
- Honest John’s Partner — 2026 sponsor of the Ultimate Adventure Challenge
- Instagram Partner — Platform used for outreach and engagement; organization encourages followers to "like" or "follow" updates.
- Jay Peterson Partner — Music instructor providing lessons to students at Infinity.
- John R. Oishei Foundation Funder — Supported the development of Pearl City Clay House
- Julie Anderson Partner — Music instructor providing piano lessons to students at Infinity.
- Kate Partner — Music instructor providing piano lessons to students at Infinity.
- Larson Orthodontics Partner — 2026 sponsor of the Ultimate Adventure Challenge
- Lenna Foundation Funder — Supported the development of Pearl City Clay House
- Merrill Lynch of Jamestown Partner — 2026 sponsor of the Ultimate Adventure Challenge
- NYS Council on the Arts Government — Supported the development of Pearl City Clay House
- Our Partners Partner — General reference to organizational partners without specific names listed on this page.
- Our Sponsors Funder — General reference to sponsoring organizations without specific names listed on this page.
- Pearl City Clay House Partner — Collaborates on merchandise sales to support arts education programming.
- Pearl City Clay House Partner — Collaborates with Pearl City Clay House as part of Infinity’s Downtown Arts Campus to offer craft and pottery experiences.
- Pearl City Clay House Partner — Program and satellite site of Infinity Visual & Performing Arts that supports youth programming through its profits.
- Pearl City Clay House Partner — Satellite site and component of Infinity Visual and Performing Arts that supports youth programming through profits.
- Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Partner — Performance venue for Infinity ensembles
- Saxton, Kocur, and Associates Partner — 2026 sponsor of the Ultimate Adventure Challenge
- Three Sixty Graphics Partner — 2026 sponsor of the Ultimate Adventure Challenge
- Wegmans Partner — 2026 sponsor of the Ultimate Adventure Challenge
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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.
- Equitable Access via Scholarship and Community Fundingmethodology: equitable_access_modelBy removing financial barriers through grant-funded and community-sponsored scholarships, the organization ensures access to high-quality arts education for all youth regardless of background or ability to pay, because sustained participation in individualized arts programming enables transformative developmental outcomes across socioeconomic contexts.
- Youth Development Through Integrated Arts and Mentorshipmethodology: creative_youth_developmentBy integrating arts education with mentorship from professional artists and public performance opportunities, the organization fosters youth leadership, confidence, and personal growth because sustained creative engagement in a supportive environment strengthens identity, self-advocacy, and skill development.
- Youth-Led and Student-Centered Learning Designmethodology: student_centered_learningBy centering student goals, interests, and voices in instruction and program design—through private lessons, individualized pathways, and youth advisory roles—the organization increases engagement and ownership because autonomy and personal relevance are key drivers of creative growth and long-term participation.