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GREENE COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
CATSKILL, NY · EIN 833107591 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE S30 · Community Improvement · Small ($100K-$1M) · greenecountyedc.com
revenue
$306K
expenses
$313K
net assets
$320K
employees
0
program ratio
97%
mission · from form 990

TO RELIEVE AND REDUCE UNEMPLOYMENT, TO IMPROVE AND MAINTAIN JOB OPPORTUNITIES, TO PROMOTE AND PROVIDE FOR ADDITIONAL AND MAXIMUM EMPLOYMENT, TO IMPROVE AND MAINTAIN JOB OPPORTUNITES, TO PROVIDE INSTRUCTION AND TRAINING TO INDIVIDUALS TO IMPROVE OR DEVELOP THEIR CAPABILITIES FOR EMPLOYMENT, TO ENCOURAGE THE ATTRACTION, DEVELOPMENT OR RETENTION OF BUSINESSES, AND TO COMBAT COMMUNITY DETERIORATION AND BLIGHT, ALL WITHIN GREENE COUNTY NEW YORK, AND TO LESSEN THE BURDENS OF GOVERNMENT AND ACT IN THE PUBLIC INTEREST.

profile · synthesized from sources

Economic development organization serving Greene County, New York, focused on job creation, business retention and expansion, and the redevelopment of underutilized or blighted properties. Provides technical assistance, financing programs, and site selection support to attract and grow businesses. Works in coordination with the Greene County Industrial Development Agency to promote shovel-ready industrial sites.

named programs · 4 · from sources

What they call their work

Cementon Rebirth Plan
Comprehensive economic revitalization initiative to redevelop the underutilized Cementon area and attract new businesses.
Consolidated Funding Application (CFA) Assistance
Provides support to applicants seeking state and federal funding for development projects.
Development Incentives Program
Offers start-up assistance, low-interest loans, and grants to job-creating companies locating or expanding in Greene County.
Shovel-Ready Sites Program
Identifies and promotes industrial parks and development sites suitable for immediate development in manufacturing, warehousing & distribution, and hospitality sectors.
activities · 7 groups

What they do

  • Land Bank Property Revitalization 2 activities
    • Brownfield Site Assessment and Redevelopment
      Identifies blighted, abandoned, or underutilized properties with environmental contamination in Greene County to assess redevelopment potential and hosts virtual information sessions to engage the community in this process.
    • Property Restoration and Preservation Initiatives
      Encourages the restoration and rehabilitation of vacant and underused properties in Greene County, provides public education and training on property preservation, and acquires, improves, maintains, and manages real property—including contaminated properties—for eventual sale or lease.
  • Local Business Financing and Incentives 2 activities
    • Business Site Selection and Expansion Support
      Provides direct assistance to new and existing businesses in site selection, relocation, and expansion in Greene County; collaborates with the Greene County Industrial Development Agency to promote shovel-ready sites in manufacturing, warehousing & distribution, and hospitality sectors.
    • Job-Creating Business Financing Programs
      Offers start-up assistance, low-interest loans, and grants to businesses that create jobs in Greene County, as part of broader efforts to relieve unemployment and promote maximum employment.
  • Capital Infrastructure Funding 2 activities
    • Cairo Senior Center Infrastructure Improvements
      Undertaking building renovations, parking improvements, and water and sewer infrastructure expansions at the Cairo Senior Center to support senior services in Greene County.
    • Grant and Loan Administration for Economic Development
      Funds economic development initiatives in Greene County by applying for, administering, and managing grants and loans, and issuing debt instruments such as bonds and notes; secured over $4.5 million in state funding in 2025 for infrastructure and flood resilience projects.
  • Regional Economic Development Initiatives 1 activity
    • Business Attraction and Revitalization in Cementon
      Developing a comprehensive plan to address underutilization in Cementon, Greene County, by attracting new businesses and revitalizing the local economy.
  • Workforce Readiness Training 1 activity
    • Employment and Entrepreneurial Training Programs
      Establishes programs to create employment opportunities and provides entrepreneurial training and instruction for low-income residents of Greene County to improve employment capabilities.
  • Organizational Newsletter Production and Distribution 1 activity
    • Greene County Economic Development Communications
      Produces and distributes a monthly newsletter and provides regular updates highlighting new business investments, community milestones, economic development initiatives, and local events in Greene County, NY.
  • Regular Membership Meetings 1 activity
    • Monthly Public Meetings on Economic Development
      Conducts monthly public meetings on the first Wednesday of each month at 411 Main St., Catskill, NY, focused on economic development in Greene County, with live streaming available on YouTube.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$306K
Contributions & grants$300K98%
Program service revenue$6K2%
Investment income$230%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$313K
Program expenses97%
Admin / overhead3%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$255K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$320K
Cash$133K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$320K
Liquid reserves5.1 mo
3 years on record · 2022–2024 · YoY revenue +669.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 7
  • ALLEN AUSTIN — DIRECTOR
  • AMANDA KARCH — DIRECTOR
  • ANDREA MACKO — DIRECTOR
  • BRADLEY CUMMINGS — VICE-CHAIR
  • BRIAN KOZLOWSKI — DIRECTOR
  • DARRYL LEGG — DIRECTOR
  • MARK MARAGLIO — CHAIR
relationships · 13

Who they work with

  • Columbia County Economic Development Corporation Partner — Co-hosted the June 17 CFA Workshop to support applicants in navigating state funding opportunities.
  • Columbia Economic Development Corporation Partner — Collaborates on the Brownfield Assessment Initiative to identify and assess contaminated properties for redevelopment.
  • Greene County Government — Partner in economic development initiatives and host of the Cementon Rebirth Plan.
  • Greene County Department of Economic Development, Tourism & Planning Government — Entity that publishes the Positively Greene newsletter in collaboration with the Greene County Economic Development Corporation.
  • Greene County Industrial Development Agency Partner — Collaborates with the Greene County Economic Development Corporation to promote shovel-ready sites and provide personalized services for business site selectors.
  • Greene County Legislature Government — Empowers the Greene County Economic Development Corporation and provides its enabling authority.
  • HUD Government — Partner agency from which Greene County requests release of CDBG funds and environmental certification approval.
  • HUD Buffalo Field Office Government — Receives objections to release of funds and oversees compliance with federal regulations.
  • Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 Government — Receives CDBG Small Cities funds under Title I of the Act for community development projects.
  • Investingreene.com Network — Partner website for sharing updates and success stories of Greene County businesses.
  • NY State Thruway Authority Government — Greene County's economic development efforts are supported by proximity to two NYS Thruway exits, enhancing regional accessibility.
  • The Hunter Foundation Partner — Collaborates on the Brownfield Assessment Initiative to identify and assess contaminated properties for redevelopment.
  • U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Government — Provided a $1.5 million Brownfield Coalition Assessment Grant to support the initiative.
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.

  • Community-Driven Revitalization Planning
    methodology: community-driven-site-identification
    By engaging community members in identifying target sites and shaping revitalization efforts, the organization increases local buy-in and project relevance, because inclusive planning leads to more sustainable and equitable economic outcomes.
  • Economic Empowerment Through Workforce and Entrepreneurial Training
    methodology: economic-empowerment-through-training
    By providing job training and entrepreneurial support to low-income residents, the organization fosters local business creation and self-sufficiency, because equipping individuals with skills and resources directly combats unemployment and economic decline.
  • Job Creation Through Business Incentive Support
    methodology: job-creation incentive model
    By connecting job-creating businesses with financial and operational support programs, the organization enhances business growth and retention, because access to tailored resources lowers barriers to expansion and employment generation.
  • Location-Based Economic Attraction
    methodology: location-based economic development
    By promoting Greene County’s strategic location and quality of life, the organization attracts business investment, because highlighting geographic and lifestyle advantages makes the region more competitive for business relocation and growth.
  • Site Revitalization Through Assessment and Reuse
    methodology: site-revitalization-through-assessment
    By identifying and assessing contaminated or underutilized properties, the organization promotes their redevelopment into productive economic assets, because transforming blighted sites reduces community deterioration and stimulates local investment.