irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $4.60MAgroecosystems Research and Production and Innovation IMPROVING AND SPREADING SUSTAINABLE GROWING PRACTICES. See Schedule O.
- #2 $306KThe advisory services program is designed to support agricultural, hospitality, and other enterprises in adopting agroecological, sustainable, and climate-resilient practices. Through this initiative, we provide tailored guidance, technical expertise, and strategic support to help organizations align their operations with environmental and social goals. The program is open to a wide range of clientsfrom farms and food producers to hospitality providers and mission-driven businessesseeking to improve ecological outcomes, strengthen community resilience, and contribute to more sustainable local economies.
named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Advisory Services Program
Provides technical guidance and strategic support to farms, food producers, and hospitality enterprises adopting sustainable practices.
Agroecosystems Research and Production
Conducts research and innovation in sustainable growing practices, regenerative agriculture, and ecological farming systems.
Community Membership
Offers complimentary memberships to regional food system stakeholders to increase access and engagement.
Growing Farmers Initiative
Educates and trains the next generation of farmers in sustainable and regenerative agricultural practices.
Local Library Pass
Provides free day passes to library patrons in the Lower Hudson Valley through a tax-deductible membership program.
Public Programs
Offers public events, tours, workshops, and educational experiences including Explore Tours, Member Thursdays, and seasonal workshops.
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Local Food Market Operation 2 activities
- Hosting seasonal markets and public access programsOperates a monthly on-site market from April through December offering seasonal produce, meat, eggs, seedlings, and cut flowers. Offers free campus entry and retail discounts through a library pass program available at 13 local public libraries.
- Operating on-site food service and retail offeringsRuns a cafeteria market and dining program that serves breakfast, casual lunch trays, and family-style community dinners using seasonal ingredients from the farm and regional producers. Offers pre-ordering of fresh bread, eggs, and pantry items, and sells produce, meat, eggs, flowers, grains, preserves, and picnic supplies.
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Agricultural Training and Education Programs 2 activities
- Operating a living laboratory for sustainable agricultureOperates an on-farm research and demonstration site that brings together farmers, chefs, scientists, and eaters to develop and share regenerative agricultural practices. Conducts trials on crops such as cane sorghum and upland rice in collaboration with academic and culinary partners.
- Running the Growing Farmers InitiativeProvides education, training, and advisory services for aspiring and existing farmers to adopt agroecological and climate-resilient farming practices. Offers hands-on learning opportunities and collaborates with mission-driven farms and food producers.
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Agricultural Grantmaking and Funding Programs 1 activity
- Funding bold projects through donor contributionsFunds innovative initiatives through contributions from Visionaries Circle members, with donations starting at $20,000 per year, to support transformative work in sustainable agriculture and food culture.
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Ecological Habitat Restoration 1 activity
- Managing land for conservation and ecological restorationManages over 450 acres of state park land through multi-species rotational grazing and invasive species control using goat herds. Converts land to native warm season grasses and conducts ecological monitoring in partnership with Rockefeller State Park Preserve and external conservation researchers.
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Membership Program Administration 1 activity
- Offering membership and supporter engagement benefitsOperates a membership program that includes waived admission fees, discounts on dining and retail, monthly newsletters, complimentary tote bags, and exclusive access to Member Thursdays featuring discussions with cooks and farmers. Offers professional and commercial photography sessions for a fee.
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Digital Visitor Engagement via Mobile App 1 activity
- Producing digital educational content and audio guidesProvides free digital guides via Bloomberg Connects featuring research updates, interviews with farmers, chefs, and ecologists, and explanations of agricultural practices. Includes historical context about the Stone Barns campus and its buildings.
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Onsite & Outreach Environmental Education Programs 1 activity
- Providing public education and engagement programsOffers guided campus tours, Open House events, Culinary Demonstrations, Botanical Beverages programs, Seasonal Workshops, and Community Table dinners to educate the public about ecological food systems, regenerative agriculture, and seasonal cooking. Programs are held on-site and designed to engage visitors with farmers, chefs, and researchers.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$9.52M
Contributions & grants$3.72M39%
Program service revenue$1.26M13%
Investment income$1.95M20%
Other revenue$2.59M
expenses
Total expenses$13.80M
Program expenses75%
Admin / overhead19%
Fundraising6%
Salaries & benefits$4.21M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$95.59M
Cash$6.76M
Investments$48.62M
Liabilities$1.71M
Net assets$93.88M
Liquid reserves48.2 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +17.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 7
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jack Algiere | Director of Agroecology | 40 | $308K |
| Jason Grauer | Executive Dir. | 40 | $232K |
| John McCormick | Senior Director of Operations | 40 | $227K |
| Peter Bradley | Director of Facilities | 40 | $190K |
| Fernando Olivas | Senior HR Manager | 40 | $141K |
| Elijah A Goodwin | Dir. Ecological Mo | 40 | $115K |
| Caitlin Taylor | Former Managing Director | 0 | $115K |
board members · 11
- Adrian Miller — Director
- Cynthia Rosenzweig — Director
- David Barber — Director
- David Heard — Director
- Dawn Smalls — Director
- Diane Holland — Director
- Kathleen Merrigan — Secretary
- Peggy Dulany — Board Chair
- Susan Mac Cormac — Director
- Susan Rockefeller — Director
- Zia Khan — Director
relationships · 17
Who they work with
- Bloomberg Connects Partner — Partners with Bloomberg Connects to host a digital guide and audio tour for public access.
- Bloomberg Connects Partner — Platform partner for distributing the Stone Barns digital guide with research and interviews.
- Bloomberg Connects Partner — Platform partner for distributing the Stone Barns digital guide.
- Blue Hill Partner — Collaborates with Blue Hill to host the Community Table dining experience.
- Blue Hill Partner — Culinary research and experimentation partner; collaborates on exploring links between farming practices and food quality.
- Blue Hill Partner — Partner restaurant that coordinates corporate events and retreats on Stone Barns campus.
- Blue Hill Partner — Restaurant partner collaborating with Stone Barns Center on menu development and food programming.
- Blue Hill (restaurant) Partner — Collaborates on culinary programming, research, and educational events including tours, workshops, and cooking demonstrations.
- Blue Hill at Stone Barns Partner — Collaborates with Blue Hill chefs and front-of-house staff to offer joint programming and experiences for members.
- Center for Native Grasslands Management at the University of Tennessee Partner — Partners on converting 45 acres of state park land to native warm season grasses and collecting ecological impact data.
- Clemson University Partner — Collaborates on trialing cane sorghum varieties for syrup and spirits production.
- Cornell University Partner — Collaborates on trialing cane sorghum varieties for syrup and spirits production.
- Empire Syrups Partner — Collaborates on trialing cane sorghum varieties for syrup and spirits production.
- Hudson Valley Partner — Collaborates with partners in the Hudson Valley bioregion to share knowledge and practices.
- Instagram Partner — Encourages visitors to share photos on Instagram by tagging @stonebarns.
- Rockefeller State Park Preserve Partner — Manages over 450 acres of land jointly through multi-species rotational grazing and invasive species management under the Conservation Action Plan.
- SARE Funder — Provides support for developing a Waste-Feeder’s Manual for feeding hogs and hens with food waste.
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.
- Bioregional Regenerative Model as Prototypemethodology: bioregional-model-disseminationBy developing integrated, mission-aligned practices in the Hudson Valley, Stone Barns creates regionally grounded prototypes that inform broader food system transformation because localized, ecologically attuned models can be adapted and scaled contextually rather than imposed universally.
- Experiential Ecological Education Modelmethodology: experiential_ecological_educationBy immersing the public in active farm operations and reciprocal learning environments, Stone Barns fosters deep understanding of ecological interdependence and stewardship because direct, sensory engagement with land and practitioners transforms knowledge into behavioral change.
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration for Systems Changemethodology: collaborative-innovationBy bringing together farmers, chefs, scientists, and eaters in collaborative innovation and research, Stone Barns produces durable solutions to food system challenges because diverse expertise generates more resilient and scalable models of regenerative agriculture.