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LEWIS COUNTY AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY
LOWVILLE, NY · EIN 166093214 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE N520 · Recreation & Sports · Small ($100K-$1M) · lewiscountyfair.org
revenue
$662K
expenses
$602K
net assets
$1.9M
employees
16
volunteers
150
program ratio
65%
mission · from form 990

OPERATION OF THE ANNUAL LEWIS COUNTY AGRICULTURAL FAIR AND RELATED ACTIVITIES. THE FAIR SERVES AS A FORUM TO PROMOTE AND SHOWCASE AGRICULTURE IN LEWIS COUNTY AS APPROXIMATELY 25,000 TO 30,000 ATTEND THE FAIR ANNUALLY.

profile · synthesized from sources

Operates the annual Lewis County Fair in Lowville, NY, a tradition since 1821 that promotes and showcases local agriculture. The event features livestock exhibitions, competitive displays, and community entertainment, drawing 25,000 to 30,000 attendees each year. The organization maintains the historic Forest Park fairgrounds, which serve as a year-round community venue.

named programs · 3 · from sources

What they call their work

Community Use of Fairgrounds
Facility access for schools, sports programs, and public events throughout the year
Forest Park Pavilion Maintenance
Year-round upkeep and restoration of historic fairgrounds buildings, including the 1876 grandstand and concession stands
Lewis County Fair
Annual agricultural fair featuring livestock exhibitions, competitive displays of farming produce, harness racing, tractor pulls, and community entertainment
activities · 3 groups

What they do

  • County and Regional Agricultural Fair Management 3 activities
    • Hosts special events and entertainment during the annual fair
      Produces and hosts a range of special events during the fair week, including a Demolition Derby, 4x4 truck pull, NYS Tractor Pull, rodeo, talent show, and carnival with sensory-friendly hours. Events such as the parade and derby are scheduled annually, with specific dates and times published in advance.
    • Manages and maintains the Lewis County Fairgrounds as a multi-use event venue
      Operates and maintains the 44-acre fairgrounds in Lowville, NY, including over 35 gardens, exhibit buildings, barns, and a historic grandstand. The grounds are used year-round for events and are secured with video surveillance, regulated access, and rules governing use, safety, and conduct.
    • Organizes and operates the annual Lewis County Fair
      Plans, manages, and hosts the annual Lewis County Fair, featuring exhibitions of livestock, poultry, farm products, youth participation (including 4H/FFA), and educational programming to promote agriculture in Lewis County. The event includes a fair parade, carnival, and various competitive events.
  • Virtual Education Continuity Programs 1 activity
    • Adapted fair programming during public health disruptions
      Hosted a virtual event in 2020 when the in-person Lewis County Fair was canceled, maintaining engagement and continuity of programming during a disruption.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Provides operational services and visitor amenities for the Lewis County Fair
      Offers advance parking pass sales, manages vendor and alcohol regulations, and ensures visitor safety and comfort through designated smoking areas, controlled access, and pet policies. These services support the smooth operation of the fair and enhance the public experience.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$662K
Contributions & grants$222K34%
Program service revenue$276K42%
Investment income$40%
Other revenue$164K
expenses
Total expenses$602K
Program expenses65%
Admin / overhead36%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$92K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$1.85M
Cash$151K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$1.85M
Liquid reserves3.0 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +1.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
JAMES RANDALL TREASURER 10 $8K
board members · 23
  • ALBERT HIGBY — DIRECTOR
  • BARRY WIDRICK — DIRECTOR
  • DAVID SUNDQUIST — DIRECTOR
  • GABE SULLIVAN — DIRECTOR
  • GARY ROSICZKOWSKI — DIRECTOR
  • HALEY HILL — DIRECTOR
  • JOHN SCOVILLE — DIRECTOR
  • KEITH ZEHR — DIRECTOR
  • LINDA ZEHR — DIRECTOR
  • LYNN STACY-LYNDAKER — DIRECTOR
  • MATTHEW O'CONNOR — PRESIDENT
  • MICHAEL WATSON — VICE PRESIDE
  • ORRIN ROSS — DIRECTOR
  • PATRICK KELLY — DIRECTOR
  • PAUL DENISE — DIRECTOR
  • SHAWNA SEELMAN — DIRECTOR
  • SHEREE LYNDAKER — DIRECTOR
  • SUE O'BRIEN — DIRECTOR
  • SUSAN BERRUS — SECRETARY
  • TIMOTHY BUSH — DIRECTOR
  • TINA LANIER — DIRECTOR
  • WILLIAM NORTZ — DIRECTOR
  • ZACHARY SITKO — DIRECTOR
relationships · 35

Who they work with

  • 4H Partner — Collaborates with 4H to host dairy breed classes during the fair.
  • ABS Technologies Partner — Grand Champion Sponsor of the Lewis County Fair
  • Americu Access Federal Credit Union Partner — Grand Champion Sponsor of the Lewis County Fair
  • Apple Betty’s Partner — Friend of the Fair sponsor
  • Aubin’s Quality Hoof Care Partner — Friend of the Fair sponsor
  • Brite Orthodontics Partner — Friend of the Fair sponsor
  • Buckingham Hardware Partner — Friend of the Fair sponsor
  • Caskinette Ford Partner — Ultimate Sponsor of the Lewis County Fair
  • Ceder Hedge Farm Partner — Friend of the Fair sponsor
  • Countryside Veterinary Clinic Partner — Grand Champion Sponsor of the Lewis County Fair
  • Dann AI Partner — Friend of the Fair sponsor
  • Dickinson Motorsports LLC Partner — Partner organization responsible for setting rules and regulations for the demolition derby events
  • FFA Partner — Collaborates with FFA to host dairy breed classes during the fair.
  • Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook for public communication and event promotion.
  • Gold Star Feed & Supply Partner — Grand Champion Sponsor of the Lewis County Fair
  • Instagram Partner — Uses Instagram for public communication and event promotion.
  • Johnson Pine Partner — Friend of the Fair sponsor
  • Jreck Subs Partner — Friend of the Fair sponsor
  • Klossner Farm Partner — Friend of the Fair sponsor
  • Lewis County General Hospital Partner — Ultimate Sponsor of the Lewis County Fair
  • Lowville Academy and Central School Partner — Entered into a long-term lease agreement in 1963 for use of the racetrack and infield for school physical education programs.
  • Martin and Shirley Beyer Partner — Friend of the Fair sponsor
  • Nancy Szijarto Partner — Friend of the Fair sponsor
  • National Grid Partner — Ultimate Sponsor of the Lewis County Fair
  • New York Pizzeria Partner — Friend of the Fair sponsor
  • Shultz Family Cheese Partner — Friend of the Fair sponsor
  • Slack Chemical Partner — Friend of the Fair sponsor
  • TYRO Automotive Partner — Friend of the Fair sponsor
  • Thomas Tractor & Supply Partner — Grand Champion Sponsor of the Lewis County Fair
  • Upstate United Federal Credit Union Partner — Ultimate Sponsor of the Lewis County Fair
+ 5 more
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.

  • Community-Engaged Maintenance and Participation
    methodology: community-engaged_maintenance
    By involving families, community groups, and businesses in maintaining gardens and participating in events like the fair parade, we strengthen local ownership and sustainability of beautification and agricultural programs because active participation fosters long-term community investment.
  • Experiential Education Through Annual Fair
    methodology: experiential_education
    By hosting an annual county fair featuring direct engagement with agricultural exhibits and youth participants, we educate the public about farming, horticulture, and mechanical arts because hands-on, immersive experiences produce deeper public understanding and retention of rural skills and traditions.