irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $438KPUBLIC SAFETY - PROVIDING INCREASED PUBLIC SECURITY THROUGH A COMBINATION OF UNIFORMED GUARDS AND A WORKING RELATIONSHIP WITH THE NEW YORK CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT.
- #2 $1.95MMARKETING AND EVENTS - PROMOTING THE DISTRICT TO RESIDENTS AND TOURISTS AND TO RETAIN AND DEVELOP PROSPECTIVE BUSINESSES.
named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
Marketing and Events
Produces cultural programming, public art installations, holiday markets, and open streets events to promote the district to residents, tourists, and businesses.
Public Safety
Provides enhanced public security through uniformed safety ambassadors and coordination with the New York City Police Department.
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Curated Art Exhibitions and Public Displays 2 activities
- Curating public art and sculpture installationsInstalls and presents temporary public art, including the sculpture "The Runner" by Tomokazu Matsuyama and the BUCKYBALL light installation, on public promenades and squares in the Meatpacking District.
- Hosting public art exhibitionsHosts group and solo art exhibitions in public spaces, such as the summer 2024 exhibition featuring artists Goran Medak, Karryl Eugene, and Oswald Saenz.
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Community Festival & Event Production 2 activities
- Organizing public events and cultural programmingHosts a summer-long series of public events including Open Streets programming, watch parties, and community celebrations centered on culture, dining, and recreation in the Meatpacking District.
- Producing holiday and community marketsOrganizes a curated holiday market and community experience focused on shopping, dining, and cultural programming in the Meatpacking District.
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Regional Tourism Promotion 1 activity
- Marketing and promoting the Meatpacking DistrictConducts marketing and events to promote the district to residents, tourists, and prospective businesses, enhancing economic vitality and visibility.
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Community Safety Patrols & Security Support 1 activity
- Providing public safety and security servicesProvides increased public security through uniformed guards and collaboration with the New York City Police Department.
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Neighborhood Revitalization Initiatives 1 activity
- Transforming public spaces for community engagementActivates and redesigns public spaces such as 14th Street Square into vibrant gathering areas for cultural and community programming.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Operating a Curated Artists RegistryManages the Curated Artists Registry, a platform supporting over 500 New York-based artists without gallery representation, fostering local artistic talent.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$4.49M
Contributions & grants$267K6%
Program service revenue$4.06M91%
Investment income$147K3%
Other revenue$7K
expenses
Total expenses$4.44M
Program expenses92%
Admin / overhead8%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$913K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$4.74M
Cash$2.86M
Investments$0
Liabilities$519K
Net assets$4.22M
Liquid reserves7.7 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -0.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 3
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| JEFFREY LEFRANCOIS | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $315K |
| TIFFANY GRIFFIN | DIRECTOR OF MARKETING | 40 | $153K |
| EVAN SWEET | DIR. OF NEIGHBORHOOD PLANNING AND OPERATIONS | 40 | $132K |
board members · 22
- AMY SLATTERY — DIRECTOR
- ANDREA SACKER — DIRECTOR
- ANGELA PINSKY — SECOND VICE CHAIR
- BRAD PASCARELLA — DIRECTOR
- CHERYL KUPPER — DIRECTOR
- CLIFF MEILMAN — FIRST VICE CHAIR
- DILLON NORRIS — DIRECTOR
- DONNA RAFTERY — DIRECTOR
- DOUG EISENBERG — DIRECTOR
- FREDERICA SIGEL — DIRECTOR
- GARY KLINE — DIRECTOR
- IVY BROWN — DIRECTOR
- JANE CAREY — DIRECTOR
- JARED EPSTEIN — SECRETARY
- JEFFREY JONES — DIRECTOR
- JOANNE KWONG — DIRECTOR
- JOE TARVER — DIRECTOR
- JONATHAN IGER — CHAIR
- KAZUMI YANAI — DIRECTOR
- LEAH BASSKNIGHT — DIRECTOR
- MEGAN FLYNN — DIRECTOR
- MICHAEL ACHENBAUM — DIRECTOR
relationships · 13
Who they work with
- Bangkok Supper Club Partner — Collaborates with the Meatpacking District Management Association to represent the neighborhood at Eater World's Fare.
- BerlinRosen Partner — Handles media inquiries for the Meatpacking District Management Association's holiday experience.
- BerlinRosen Partner — Handles media inquiries on behalf of the Meatpacking District Management Association.
- Hard Rock Hotel Times Square Partner — Partners with Hard Rock Hotel Times Square for QSTV, a monthly event series showcasing independent artists and creatives.
- La Belle Epoque Partner — Collaborates with the gallery to host and showcase rare World Cup posters in the Meatpacking District.
- Mökbar Partner — Participates alongside the Meatpacking District Management Association at Eater World's Fare.
- NALA Projects Partner — Presenting partner for the BUCKYBALL public art installation in collaboration with the Meatpacking District Management Association.
- New York City Police Department Partner — Collaborates with the organization to provide public safety services in the Meatpacking District.
- Pirate Studios Partner — Partners with Pirate Studios for QSTV, a monthly event series showcasing independent artists and creatives.
- Soho House Partner — Partners with Soho House for QSTV, a monthly event series showcasing independent artists and creatives.
- Stacey Epstein Fine Art Partner — Curatorial partner for the presentation of "The Runner" public sculpture in the Meatpacking District.
- YAI Arts Partner — Collaborates with YAI Arts, a nonprofit studio supporting artists with intellectual and developmental disabilities, in presenting the work of artist Oswald Saenz.
- ZAAB ZAAB Partner — Participates alongside the Meatpacking District Management Association at Eater World's Fare.
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.
- Business Improvement District Model for Placemaking and Economic Vitalitymethodology: business_improvement_district_modelBy operating as a Business Improvement District (BID) with a structured governance model and public-private partnerships, the organization coordinates services and programming that enhance public safety, economic activity, and cultural vibrancy in the district, because place-based management creates aligned incentives among stakeholders to invest collectively in shared urban assets.
- Cultural Placemaking through Public Art and Exhibitionmethodology: placemaking through artBy using public art, exhibitions, and cultural programming to activate shared spaces, the organization fosters community engagement and strengthens cultural identity in the district, because immersive, culturally reflective experiences transform urban environments into destinations that attract residents, visitors, and economic activity.