irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2023
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $107KHousing for Chautauqua Institution customers
- #2 $3KOther misc
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Catholic House Accommodations
Provides adult-only, seven-night lodging during the Chautauqua Institution Summer Assembly for guests and weekly chaplains, featuring ensuite bathrooms, communal kitchen access, and quiet environment
Sacramental Ministry
Provides Eucharist and Reconciliation services through weekly resident chaplains; coordinates baptisms and other sacraments in collaboration with local parishes
Weekday Mass
Offers daily Mass Monday through Friday at 8:15 a.m. at Hurlbut Church for the Catholic community and visitors during the summer season
Weekly Seminars
Hosts one-hour afternoon seminars during the summer season featuring guest speakers on Catholic theology, spirituality, and social issues, held at the Methodist House Chapel
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Regular Religious Worship Services 3 activities
- Hosts weekly Catholic worship services during the summer seasonConducts daily Mass services Monday through Friday at 8:15 a.m., Saturday Vigil Mass at 5:00 p.m., and Sunday Mass at 9:30 a.m. during the nine-week Chautauqua summer season, held at Hurlbut Church and other venues including the Hall of Philosophy and Episcopal Chapel of the Good Shepherd.
- Hosts weekly community social eventsOrganizes weekly social hours at Catholic House and the Hall of Missions during the summer season to foster community engagement among members and guests.
- Organizes lay participation in liturgical rolesCoordinates volunteers to serve as Eucharistic Ministers, Ushers, and Lectors during weekly Masses as part of the summer worship program.
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Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care Services 1 activity
- Administers sacraments and spiritual care through resident chaplainsProvides weekly administration of the sacraments of Eucharist and Reconciliation through resident priests and chaplains, and maintains a small chapel for private prayer and sacramental services.
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General Operating Support Grants 1 activity
- Funds organizations through grant programsProvides grant opportunities to external organizations that meet established eligibility criteria.
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Spiritual Development & Meditation Programs 1 activity
- Hosts weekly spiritual growth seminarsOffers two weekly seminars for spiritual development led by priests-in-residence, held at venues such as the Methodist House Chapel on the Brick Walk.
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Managed Campground and Retreat Operations 1 activity
- Provides short-term guest accommodations at Catholic HouseOperates a guest house with seven rooms, each accommodating two people with private bathrooms and climate control, offering weekly Saturday-to-Saturday stays during the nine-week Chautauqua Institution Summer Assembly; includes communal kitchen, Wi-Fi, and proximity to major venues.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Manages Catholic House as a community and spiritual centerOperates Catholic House, a donated property established in 2004, to serve as a hub for accommodations, worship, spiritual reflection, and community events; includes ongoing planning for renovations following dedication by Bishop Henry Mansell.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$157K
Contributions & grants$62K40%
Program service revenue$50K32%
Investment income$45K29%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$91K
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$2.27M
Cash$19K
Investments$508K
Liabilities$0
Net assets$2.27M
Liquid reserves69.8 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -7.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 9
- DON NOVAK — Director
- FR JAMES DAPRILE — President
- JEFFREY WOOD — Director
- LAURA ANFANG — Director
- MARCIA BERMEL — Vice President
- MICHAEL METZGER — Treasurer
- PATRICIA BEAGLE — Direcotr
- STEVE DRABANT — Director
- TERRI CALDERONE — Secretary
relationships · 19
Who they work with
- Archdiocese of Detroit Partner — Organization for which Bev served as substitute liturgical musician.
- Blessed Sacrament Food Pantry Partner — Food pantry in Harrisonburg, VA where Paul volunteers.
- Canisius College Partner — Affiliated with Father Richard Hoar, who celebrated the first Saturday Vigil Mass for the Chautauqua Catholic Community.
- Catholic House Partner — Local point of contact for verifying Mass schedule changes during the season.
- Catholic Relief Services Partner — Collaborates with Catholic Relief Services through speaker participation in educational seminars.
- Chautauqua Institution Partner — Collaborates on programs consistent with the mission of the Chautauqua Catholic Community on the grounds of the Chautauqua Institution.
- Chautauqua Institution Partner — Hosts the Chautauqua Catholic Community's worship and programming during the summer season.
- Chautauqua Institution Partner — Operates Catholic House in coordination with the Chautauqua Institution Summer Assembly schedule and location.
- Chautauqua Institution Partner — Provides housing for attendees and customers of the Chautauqua Institution
- Collins Correctional Facility Partner — Site of ecumenical prison ministry in which Jerry and Eileen are involved.
- Diocese of Buffalo Government — Chautauqua Catholic Community operates as an Oratory of the Diocese of Buffalo
- Episcopal Chapel of the Good Shepherd Partner — Hosts Chautauqua Catholic Community for daily Mass during the summer season
- Episcopal Chapel of the Good Shepherd Partner — Secures permission to use the Episcopal Chapel of the Good Shepherd as a sacred space for baptisms.
- Holy Infant Catholic Church Partner — Parish where Paul serves as a deacon.
- National Association of Catholic Chaplains Network — Professional chaplaincy organization of which Bev is a board-certified member and former executive board member.
- Ss. Columba Brigid Church Partner — Parish where Jerry serves as a deacon.
- St. Mary of Lourdes Partner — Collaborates with St. Mary of Lourdes for sacramental record-keeping and coordination of baptisms.
- St. Mary’s of Mayville Partner — Provided regular Sunday Masses for Chautauqua Catholics prior to the formation of the Chautauqua Catholic Community.
- Vina de Lestonnac Retreat Center Partner — Religious retreat center where Bev and Mark are active in liturgical roles.
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.
- Mission-Aligned Grantmaking to Strengthen Local Catholic Presencemethodology: mission-aligned grantmakingBy directing funds strategically to Catholic programs and parishes—especially those operating within the Chautauqua Institution—the organization amplifies its religious mission, because targeted financial support increases institutional reach and sustainability of faith-based initiatives in the region.
- Relational and Informal Spiritual Engagement Modelmethodology: relational-spiritual-engagementBy fostering spiritual connection through informal, relational interactions in shared spaces like porches and parlors, the community deepens spiritual impact beyond formal services, because personal relationships and hospitality create conditions for mutual growth and authentic faith expression.
- Resident Chaplaincy for Continuous Sacramental Accessmethodology: resident-ministryBy maintaining resident chaplains who provide weekly sacraments, the Chautauqua Catholic Community ensures consistent spiritual engagement and continuity of religious practice during the summer season, because regular access to core rituals strengthens community cohesion and spiritual life.