irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $0THE ALBANY BLACK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE HOSTED NUMEROUS NETWORKING AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT EVENTS DURING THE YEAR, INCLUDING MONTHLY DINNER SOCIALS FOR LOCAL BUSINESS LEADERS, AND BOTH A GOLF LEAGUE AND BOWLING LEAGUE FOR MEMBERS.
- #2 $0THE ALBANY BLACK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PARTNERED WITH ITS MEMBER COMPANIES TO HOST AN ANNUAL AWARDS GALA, WHICH COMMEMORATED THE ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF BOTH THE ORGANIZATION ITSELF AND ITS MEMBERS.
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Annual Awards Gala
Black-tie event held during MLK weekend to honor achievements of member businesses and leaders.
Annual Juneteenth Block Party
Community celebration promoting cultural heritage, economic empowerment, and business visibility.
Business Development Series
Quarterly speaker events and monthly workshops on professional development for minority business owners.
Capital & Capitol
Legislative engagement program aligned with the Black and Puerto Rican Caucus and New York Senate cycle.
Networking Event Series
Monthly mixers including "At The Table," "Industry Night," and "Last Friday" to foster connections among professionals.
activities · 13 groups
What they do
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Professional Networking Events 2 activities
- Host monthly networking mixersOrganizes a curated monthly mixer to promote networking and community engagement among professionals in the Capital Region.
- Host quarterly featured speaker seriesHosts a quarterly event series that connects members with industry leaders through featured speakers.
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Small Business Technical Assistance 1 activity
- Co-host business finance workshopsCo-hosts business finance workshops for regional business leaders in partnership with KeyBank to support financial literacy and enterprise growth.
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Civic Engagement and Voter Mobilization 1 activity
- Conduct candidate interviews during election cyclesConducted interviews with mayoral candidates during the 2025 City of Albany election cycle as part of civic engagement programming.
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Professional Association Capacity Building 1 activity
- Conduct monthly professional development programsRuns a monthly professional development series consisting of workshops or panel discussions with local industry professionals to support member growth.
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Organization Website and Online Platform Management 1 activity
- Facilitate member engagement through membership portalProvides a digital membership portal to support business networking and access to programs, enhancing engagement for member organizations.
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Industry and Community Recognition Awards 1 activity
- Host annual black-tie awards galaHosts an annual black-tie awards gala during MLK weekend to recognize accomplishments of members and community leaders, corroborated by IRS 990 reporting of an annual awards event.
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Leadership & Policy Dialogue Forums 1 activity
- Host annual legislative session engagementHosts an annual legislative session in alignment with the Black and Puerto Rican Caucus and New York Senate legislative cycle to support civic and policy engagement.
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Organized Member Social Events 1 activity
- Host monthly dinner socials and recreational leaguesHosts monthly dinner socials, a golf league, and a bowling league for local business leaders and members to foster community engagement.
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Organizational Governance & Leadership Development 1 activity
- Offer member participation in policy committeesEnables members to engage in policy committees, advisory councils, or task forces as part of organizational governance and leadership development.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Organize annual Juneteenth block partyHosts an annual Juneteenth block party during summer to facilitate networking, fellowship, and community connection, with evidence from both website and IRS 990 sources confirming recurring programming.
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Member-Exclusive Resource Access 1 activity
- Provide access to national professional resourcesGrants members access to U.S. Black Chambers Inc. virtual webinars and professional development resources as part of membership benefits.
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Professional Membership and Association Benefits 1 activity
- Provide full access to programs and eventsGrants members full access to all programs and events, including early or exclusive entry, as a core membership benefit.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Deliver new member onboarding giftsSends a welcome gift to new members as part of onboarding, recognizing their commitment to community development.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$429K
Contributions & grants$346K81%
Program service revenue$83K19%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$464K
Program expenses0%
Admin / overhead100%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$217K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$29K
Cash$23K
Investments$0
Liabilities$44K
Net assets$-15K
Liquid reserves0.6 mo
3 years on record · 2022–2024 · YoY revenue +75.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deshanna Wiggins | Executive Director | 40 | $80K |
board members · 11
- Corey Ellis — Trustee
- Elton Tune — Trustee
- Jahkeen Hoke — Treasurer
- James Sanders — Vice Chair
- Kizzy Williams — Trustee
- Natisha Alexander — Trustee
- Obar Robinson — Trustee
- Rick Ostroff — Trustee
- Robert Nichols — Trustee
- Tamika Otis — Trustee
- Walter Porter — Chair
relationships · 28
Who they work with
- ACS Printing Partner — Supported the 2026 Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration through partnership and participation.
- Affordable Housing Partnership Partner — Supported the 2026 Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration through partnership and participation.
- Albany 518SNUG Partner — Supported the 2026 Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration through partnership and participation.
- Allie B's Cozy Kitchen Partner — Supported the 2026 Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration through partnership and participation.
- Anchor Health Home Care Services Partner — Supported the 2026 Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration through partnership and participation.
- Black & Brown Educators Partner — Supported the 2026 Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration through partnership and participation.
- Boys & Girls Clubs of the Capital Area Partner — Supported the 2026 Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration through partnership and participation.
- Bridge the Gap Resource & Outreach Partner — Supported the 2026 Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration through partnership and participation.
- CDPHP Partner — Served on the Honorary Committee for the 2026 Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration.
- CentralMed Urgent Care and Primary Care Partner — Served on the Honorary Committee for the 2026 Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration.
- City of Albany Government — Partnered in hosting the 2026 Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration and supported civic engagement efforts.
- DMC Handyman Services LLC Partner — Supported the 2026 Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration through partnership and participation.
- Fresh Envy Partner — Supported the 2026 Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration through partnership and participation.
- Fullness of Joy Photography Partner — Supported the 2026 Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration through partnership and participation.
- Golden Blessings Catering Services Partner — Supported the 2026 Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration through partnership and participation.
- Highmark Health Partner — Served on the Honorary Committee for the 2026 Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration.
- KeyBank Funder — Provided a $200,000 grant to support the chamber's work
- KeyBank Partner — Partnered with KeyBank to host a business finance workshop for regional business leaders.
- Meier Law Firm, PLLC Partner — Supported the 2026 Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration through partnership and participation.
- Parents of Angel Children Partner — Supported the 2026 Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration through partnership and participation.
- Racial Equity and Social Justice Fund of the Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region Partner — Supported the 2026 Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration through leadership and investment.
- Stewart's Shops Partner — Supported the 2026 Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration through participation and generosity.
- The Eden's Rose Foundation Partner — Supported the 2026 Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration through partnership and participation.
- Trinity Alliance of the Capital Region Partner — Supported the 2026 Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration through partnership and participation.
- U.S. Black Chambers Inc. Network — Member of The U.S. Black Chambers Inc. and provides access to its virtual webinars and resources.
- Unity House Partner — Served on the Honorary Committee for the 2026 Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration.
- WMHT Partner — Supported the 2026 Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration through leadership and investment.
- Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP Partner — Served on the Honorary Committee for the 2026 Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration.
strategies · 4
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.
- Capital Access Through Strategic Partnershipsmethodology: capital-access-partnershipsBy partnering with financial institutions, we produce improved access to capital for minority-owned businesses, because collaboration with established systems reduces structural barriers and increases credibility and financial literacy within underserved communities.
- Culturally Competent Programming and Advocacymethodology: culturally_competent_programmingBy delivering culturally competent programming and advocacy, we produce stronger engagement and outcomes among BIPOC entrepreneurs, because trust and relevance are increased when services reflect community values, experiences, and systemic challenges.
- Equity-Focused Economic Developmentmethodology: equity-focused economic developmentBy centering equity in economic development initiatives, we produce more sustainable and inclusive growth for Black and minority-owned businesses, because systemic inequities require targeted intervention to overcome structural barriers to access and capital.
- Social-First Networking for Community Buildingmethodology: social-first networkingBy using social-first events to foster networking, we produce deeper professional connections among Black business leaders, because informal, culturally resonant gatherings lower barriers to entry and build trust more effectively than formal settings alone.