named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
501(c)(3) Nonprofit Setup
Comprehensive assistance establishing tax-exempt nonprofit organizations, including application guidance, structural development, and compliance support.
Artist Mentorship
Expert coaching for artists and creatives at all stages, focusing on skill development, confidence building, and career navigation.
Artist Promotion
Marketing campaigns, social media strategies, and professional photoshoots designed to elevate artists' visibility and brand presence.
Content Creation
Professional audio, video, and photography production services using industry-standard studios and equipment in partnership with MCM Creative.
Event Production
Full-service planning and execution of creative events, from intimate showcases to large-scale productions, including live entertainment bookings.
Fiscal Sponsorship
Support for individual artists, collectives, and organizations developing arts-focused public benefit projects through C&J's 501(c)(3) status.
Funding Assistance
Strategic support securing grants, crowdfunding, and sponsorships for artists and creative projects.
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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Nonprofit Capacity Building Services 1 activity
- Capacity building for nonprofit formation and complianceProvides comprehensive support for establishing 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, including step-by-step guidance on IRS applications, development of mission and governance structures, bylaws, tax-exempt filings, fundraising planning, grant identification, and compliance with annual reporting requirements.
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Youth & Emerging Filmmaker Training 1 activity
- Delivering educational programs in digital media and career readinessCollaborates with NYC Department of Education CTE Schools to deliver hands-on learning programs in digital media literacy and career readiness using industry-standard tools.
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General Community Direct Support Services 1 activity
- Distributing essential resources through community aid initiativesDistributes food, medical supplies, clothing, home goods, technology, and financial support to schools, hospitals, and individuals in underdeveloped areas via a Community Aid Workshop that educates on resource collection and distribution.
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Organization Website and Online Platform Management 1 activity
- Facilitating artist platforms and community engagementProvides online platforms for member artists to showcase portfolios and connect with supporters through profile pages, enhancing visibility and community engagement.
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Artist Support Grants 1 activity
- Funding creative projects and providing fiscal sponsorshipProvides funding assistance to artists and creative projects through grants, crowdfunding, and sponsorships; raises funds to support artistic initiatives; and offers fiscal sponsorship for individual artists, art collectives, and organizations developing arts-focused public benefit projects.
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Arts Education Professional Development 1 activity
- Hosting events for art educators and live-streamed artist performancesHosts events celebrating art educators and their work, and supports live-streamed performances for artists, such as the 2021 event for Sasha Dobson.
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Digital Communications and Content Management 1 activity
- Providing digital marketing and communications services for artistsOffers comprehensive digital marketing support including social media management, custom visual and video creation, email marketing, website design, targeted ad campaigns, and analytics optimization to help artists and creators grow their audience and brand presence.
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Professional Audio/Video Production Services 1 activity
- Providing professional creative production services and studio accessOffers professional audio and video production services, including use of a customizable soundproof studio and a 25-foot green cyclorama stage, for filming, content creation, and podcast production. Operates a kitchen studio for creative food projects and rents studio space to artists and creators.
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Emerging Filmmaker Support Programs 1 activity
- Supporting and promoting emerging artists through events, mentorship, and promotionOrganizes events, provides mentorship and coaching, and offers artist promotion through marketing campaigns, social media strategies, photoshoots, and content creation support to help emerging artists in music, film, and fashion develop skills and visibility. Supported 15 emerging artists and organized 27 events as of the reporting period.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$66K
Contributions & grants$66K100%
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expenses
Total expenses$62K
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Total assets$4K
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Net assets$4K
1 years on record · 2024–2024
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 3
- CLAIRE FERGUSSON — Director
- JANE FIRE — Director
- KENNETH MCLAUGHLIN — Director
relationships · 9
Who they work with
- Claire & Jan Partner — Platform promoting emerging artists across music, film, and fashion
- Francis Dianne Partner — Member artist in the foundation's network
- Fundacion Conquistando y Dejando Huellas Partner — Collaborates with Claire and Jan Art Foundation to provide essential resources and host community aid workshops.
- Ideal Glass Studios Partner — Host venue for the Art Tea Cha Jam event.
- MCM Creative Partner — Provides access to production facilities including filming studios, recording spaces, and event venues.
- MCM Creative Partner — Provides studio space, equipment, and production support for artists in partnership with Claire and Jan Art Foundation.
- Michael Canzoniero Partner — Member artist in the foundation's network
- NYC DOE CTE Schools Partner — Collaborates on programs to prepare students for success in media and technology industries through media literacy and career readiness training.
- Sasha Dobson Partner — Provided digital marketing support for Sasha Dobson's live stream event.
strategies · 5
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.
- Administrative Delegation for Mission Focusmethodology: administrative-simplification-for-mission-focusBy providing end-to-end support for establishing 503(c)(3) organizations, the foundation allows artists and creators to focus on their artistic mission, because reducing administrative burden enables greater creative and programmatic impact.
- Artist-Centered Community Buildingmethodology: artist-centered_community_buildingBy leveraging the original artworks of Claire Eleanor Ferguson and Jan Binney Lang as a cultural anchor, the foundation cultivates a sustained community of creative individuals and supports emerging artists, because shared artistic legacy fosters belonging and inspires collective creative production.
- Creative Infrastructure and Production Partnership Modelmethodology: creative-partnership_modelBy providing access to purpose-built studio spaces and partnering with high-quality production organizations, the foundation enables artists to realize their creative visions, because professional-grade infrastructure and collaborative production environments are essential to high-impact creative output.
- Network-Based Artist Support Platformmethodology: network-based_artist_supportBy connecting emerging artists to a specialized network for promotion, event planning, and creative development, the foundation increases their visibility and career opportunities, because access to industry-aligned resources and relationships amplifies artistic impact across music, film, and fashion.
- Workforce Preparedness Through Integrated Media Literacymethodology: workforce-preparedness-through-media-literacyBy combining digital media literacy, hands-on experience with professional tools, and career readiness training, the foundation prepares students for careers in media and technology, because integrated skill development bridges the gap between creative education and industry demands.