named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Dog Run Maintenance and Renovation
Program managing the upkeep, sanitation, and periodic renovation of two fenced dog runs, including substrate resurfacing, fencing repair, and a planned $300,000 synthetic turf renovation funded by donations.
Esplanade and Garden Restoration
Maintenance and enhancement of the Esplanade Gardens and South Woodland Garden, including horticultural management and landscape improvements.
Historic Infrastructure Restoration
Projects including replacement of deteriorated fences, installation of historically accurate hand-carved stone entrance signs, and restoration of the park’s perimeter stone walls and iron fencing.
Lawn and Tree Care
Bi-monthly lawn mowing, seasonal bulb planting, tree pruning, and planting of new trees to sustain the park’s 650-tree canopy and green spaces.
Peter Pan Garden Maintenance
Volunteer-driven program maintaining the award-winning Peter Pan Garden since 2004, including horticultural care and protection of the historic Peter Pan statue.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Urban Park and Public Space Conservation 3 activities
- Dog Run Management and RenovationFunds, maintains, and renovates two dog runs in Carl Schurz Park, including a major synthetic turf renovation project costing close to $300,000. Provides weekly sanitization, biannual resurfacing, and annual maintenance funded by donations at a cost of $35,000–$40,000 per year.
- Park Restoration and BeautificationPlans, funds, and executes major restoration projects in Carl Schurz Park, including gardens, lawns, stonework, iron fencing, perimeter walls, entrance signs, and infrastructure such as the Hoop Stairs. Projects are carried out in partnership with the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation and sometimes through contracted experts like the Central Park Conservancy.
- Public Infrastructure and Safety ServicesManages public amenities including solar-powered trash compactors, emergency call boxes, and public restrooms at two locations. Ensures park safety and cleanliness through coordinated services and infrastructure investments.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Community Events ProgrammingOrganizes and hosts public community events in Carl Schurz Park, including the Gracie Square Art Show, Summer Sounds Concerts, Sunset Film Festival, and Halloween Howl. All events are open to the public and contribute to community engagement.
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Historical and Genealogical Research 1 activity
- Historical Preservation and Public EducationMaintains and shares historical records of Carl Schurz Park, including archival photos from the 1938–1940 FDR Drive construction and park restoration. Produces educational content such as the "LIVE FROM CARL SCHURZ PARK" video series to highlight park life and history.
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Public Space Beautification and Maintenance 1 activity
- Horticultural Maintenance and EnhancementConducts ongoing horticultural care including planting thousands of bulbs annually, planting new trees, coordinating lawn mowing, and managing rodent abatement. Also includes reinstallation of key features like the Peter Pan statue and use of high-quality, sustainable materials in landscaping.
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Community Stewardship Volunteer Programs 1 activity
- Volunteer Program CoordinationOrganizes and leads volunteer work sessions on select Saturdays and engages hundreds of volunteers annually to support park improvement projects, including horticultural and maintenance efforts.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.45M
Contributions & grants$1.33M92%
Program service revenue$60K4%
Investment income$63K4%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$1.21M
Program expenses83%
Admin / overhead13%
Fundraising4%
Salaries & benefits$443K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$2.23M
Cash$1.21M
Investments$823K
Liabilities$97K
Net assets$2.13M
Liquid reserves20.1 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +36.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| PATRICK K MCCLUSKEY | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 45 | $150K |
board members · 17
- BARBARA O'CONNOR — DIRECTOR
- CLAIRE MANN — DIRECTOR
- CLARE THOMAS — DIRECTOR
- DANIEL KESTEN — DIRECTOR
- DIANTHA SCHULL — SECRETARY
- FRITZ BESHAR — DIRECTOR
- JANICE BRUNNER — TREASURER
- JILLIAN ZREBIEC — DIRECTOR
- JP CONNOLLY — DIRECTOR
- JUDY HOWARD — CHAIRPERSON
- LARRY MCCAFFREY — DIRECTOR
- LISA LATCHOLIA — DIRECTOR
- LOUISE RADIN — DIRECTOR
- MARIANA WEISS — DIRECTOR
- PAT NADOSY — VICE CHAIR
- ROLAND VILLACORTA — DIRECTOR
- SUSAN HEIDE — DIRECTOR
relationships · 12
Who they work with
- ASPCA Partner — Uses the dog runs exclusively each Wednesday and Thursday from 12:15 pm to 1:15 pm.
- Board of Directors Government — Provided $200,000 in leadership support for the Hoop Stairs restoration project.
- Central Park Conservancy Partner — Hired to perform a major restoration of two passive-use lawns in 2006 and 2007.
- NYC Department of Parks and Recreation Government — Carl Schurz Park Conservancy Inc. operates Carl Schurz Park under the rules and regulations of the NYC Department of Parks and Recreation.
- NYC Department of Parks and Recreation Partner — Collaborates with Carl Schurz Park Conservancy on the development and maintenance of the dog runs in Carl Schurz Park.
- NYC Parks Department Government — Collaborates with the Conservancy through a private-public working relationship to maintain and preserve Carl Schurz Park.
- New York City Department of Parks and Recreation Government — Implied operational partnership for the maintenance and programming of Carl Schurz Park, which is public parkland under city jurisdiction.
- New York City Department of Parks and Recreation Government — Partner in the first public-private partnership for Carl Schurz Park, established in the 1970s.
- New York City Department of Parks and Recreation Government — Partners with the Conservancy to maintain and enhance Carl Schurz Park.
- New York City Department of Parks and Recreation Partner — Collaborates with the Conservancy on the restoration and maintenance of Carl Schurz Park.
- New York City Department of Parks and Recreation Partner — Collaborates with the Conservancy to maintain and beautify Carl Schurz Park.
- New York City Department of Parks and Recreation Partner — Collaborates with the conservancy on park restoration and beautification efforts.
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.
- Community-Driven Stewardship Modelmethodology: community-driven_stewardshipBy engaging local residents in volunteer activities and inclusive public events, the Conservancy fosters a sense of ownership and sustained community investment in park upkeep, which increases stewardship participation and long-term park vitality.
- Public-Private Partnership for Park Stewardshipmethodology: public-private_partnershipBy collaborating with the NYC Department of Parks and Recreation, the Conservancy enhances park maintenance, restoration, and programming beyond what public funding alone can support, leveraging private resources and community engagement to improve public green space quality and sustainability.