named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Artist Residencies
Supports research residents and experimental projects, including long-term collaborations and public presentations.
KAJE Editions
Produces and publishes limited-edition artist books, prints, and objects in collaboration with contemporary artists.
Performance and Exhibition Series
Hosts experimental exhibitions, performances, film screenings, and live events featuring emerging and established artists.
ThinkTank
A research residency program hosting artists and collectives such as Voluminous Arts, Nick Irvin, and Angie Keefer to explore themes like AI, vernacular archives, and queer nightlife.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Professional Membership and Association Benefits 1 activity
- Offer membership-based access to cultural programmingProvides a membership program that grants access to artists, research, and cultural events, fostering community engagement with experimental art and discourse.
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Curated Art Exhibitions and Public Displays 1 activity
- Operate a nonprofit exhibition and performance space for experimental artRuns a physical exhibition space in Gowanus, Brooklyn with regular public hours and by-appointment access, providing a platform for experimental and undefined creative practices through curated exhibitions, performances, and site-responsive programming.
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Experimental Circus and Immersive Theater Production 1 activity
- Produce and present performance art and experimental festivalsHosts live performances, multidisciplinary installations, and experimental festivals, including weekend-long events centered on trans artists, collaborative residencies, and time-based works exploring themes like captivity, autonomy, and alchemy.
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Artist and Curatorial Publications 1 activity
- Publish and distribute artist editions and print projectsDevelops and sells artist editions, books, pamphlets, and anthologies, including transcribed artist conversations, original and found texts, and online publications such as "Forcing the Devil to Be God."
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Artist Residencies and Studio Programs 1 activity
- Support artist research and creative developmentSupports artists through research residencies, Think Tank meetings, and collaborative projects that include writing workshops, text discussions, and interdisciplinary exploration of topics such as humor in political art, artificial intelligence, and transgression.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$243K
Contributions & grants$235K97%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$8K
expenses
Total expenses$286K
Program expenses59%
Admin / overhead23%
Fundraising18%
Salaries & benefits$118K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.30M
Cash$12K
Investments$0
Liabilities$1.26M
Net assets$45K
Liquid reserves0.5 mo
2 years on record · 2023–2024 · YoY revenue -28.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| KATHERINE LEVANT | FOUNDING MEMBER AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $66K |
board members · 6
- ANDREW ROSS — TREASURER
- DMITRI HERTZ — BOARD MEMBER
- ELIZABETH ORR — BOARD MEMBER
- FRANCISCO CORREA CORDERO — VICE CHAIRPERSON
- JACQUES LOUIS VIDAL — FOUNDING MEMBER AND CHAIRPERSON
- LYDIA OKRENT — SECRETARY
relationships · 22
Who they work with
- Andy Meerow Partner — Artist whose work was featured in a two-person exhibition at La Kaje.
- Anna Rubin Partner — Participated in a collaborative project including a solo exhibition and a joint publication.
- Arien Wilkerson Partner — Collaborator on the VAULT exhibition, publication, and performance program.
- Derosia Gallery Partner — Generously hosted the 2023 Annual Benefit event
- Instagram Partner — Uses Instagram as a platform for communication and outreach.
- Jason Hirata Partner — Collaborated on an overarching project involving exhibitions and a publication.
- Joshua Gen Solondz Partner — Co-presented a live projector performance and electronic music set as part of the "Let's Talk" exhibition.
- Kevin Hernández Rosa Partner — Collaborator on the VAULT exhibition, publication, and performance program.
- Marisa Williamson Partner — Collaborator on the VAULT exhibition, publication, and performance program.
- Montez Press Radio Partner — Co-hosted a reading group and writing workshop series on humor in political art
- Musical Theatre Factory Partner — Developed original music for the "Mercedes" performances, with composition and music direction by Pedro Fortunato.
- Other Means Partner — Partnered with Other Means for website design and development.
- PayPal Partner — Processes online payments for the sale of publications.
- Reza Abdoh Estate Partner — Collaborated with the Reza Abdoh Estate to present video works by Reza Abdoh.
- Riga Technoculture Research Unit Partner — Collaborated on the presentation of RTRU* (Raudive Technoculture Research Unit) exhibition
- Rose Marcus Partner — Artist whose work was featured in a two-person exhibition at La Kaje.
- Simon Liu Partner — Collaborated on the exhibition and programming of "Let's Talk," including film installation and live performance events.
- Voluminous Arts Partner — Hosted a 6-month research residency and collaborative events including performances, festivals, and workshops
- W.A.G.E. Network — KAJE is certified by W.A.G.E., indicating adherence to standards for artist compensation.
- Wilder Alison Partner — Collaborated on programming events within the exhibition "centrifugal plots."
- lakaje.hotglue.me Partner — Collaborative platform or project associated with the exhibition.
- ¡Oye! Group Partner — Co-presented the "Mercedes" installation.
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.
- Artist-Centered Research and Productionmethodology: artist-centered_research_and_productionBy centering artists in research and production processes, the organization advances artistic innovation through experimental exhibitions, performances, and publications because creative exploration is most generative when driven by artist-led inquiry rather than market or institutional demands.
- Immersive, Multisensory Engagementmethodology: immersive_spectacleBy designing immersive environments using multisensory elements—such as sound, light, reflective surfaces, and spatial dynamics—the organization deepens audience engagement and evokes psychological and sociopolitical awareness because embodied experiences produce more profound and lasting impact than passive observation.
- Non-Market-Driven Artistic Supportmethodology: non-market-driven_artistic_supportBy providing a platform free from commercial pressures, the organization enables artists to pursue experimental and non-commercial practices because such work fosters deeper cultural critique and innovation that mainstream institutions often exclude.
- Provocative, Open-Ended Framingmethodology: provocative_framingBy using paradoxical titling and avoiding predefined expectations, the organization challenges audience perceptions and elevates marginalized narratives because disorientation and cognitive friction stimulate critical reflection and emotional resonance.
- Site-Responsive and Collaborative Artistic Inquirymethodology: site-responsive_performanceBy grounding artistic practice in specific locations and collaborative research, the organization connects local contexts with broader cultural themes because place-based and co-created work generates deeper relevance and authenticity in artistic expression.