named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
Grand Marshal Selection
Annual recognition of prominent individuals of Irish heritage or those who have contributed to Irish-American relations, civic life, or cultural preservation.
New York City St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Annual parade held on March 17th (or March 16th if the 17th falls on a Sunday) along Fifth Avenue from 44th to 79th Streets, featuring marching bands, Irish county societies, veterans, and civic organizations.
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Annual Cultural Parade Organization 2 activities
- Manages participant registration and coordination for the paradeOperates a registration process for bands, organizations, and other groups wishing to participate in the NYC St. Patrick's Day Parade, with a stated deadline of January 31, 2026. Also organizes participating groups and assists with managing the flow of marchers along the parade route.
- Organizes and conducts the annual New York City St. Patrick's Day ParadePlans, coordinates, and executes the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade on Fifth Avenue in New York City, typically held on March 17 or March 16 when the 17th falls on a Sunday, with approximately 150,000 to 200,000 participants and up to 3 million spectators. The parade runs from East 44th to East 79th Streets, lasting from 11:00 A.M. to approximately 4:30 P.M. Eastern Standard Time.
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Organizational Governance & Leadership Development 1 activity
- Appoints leadership and ceremonial roles for the paradeSelects key figures such as the Grand Marshal (e.g., Michael Anthony Benn for 2025) and includes leadership positions like chairman, vice chairmen, president, and chief financial officer to manage operations. Also recognizes individuals through roles such as Deputy Grand Marshal.
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Disaster and Line-of-Duty Memorialization 1 activity
- Hosts commemorative and ceremonial events during the paradeIncorporates special observances into the parade, such as honoring first responders and victims of 9/11 with a two-minute silence and prayer led by Edward Cardinal Egan during the 2002 event, and celebrating milestone anniversaries like the 250th parade in 2011 with Mary Higgins Clark as Grand Marshal.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Produces and sells official parade DVDsMakes DVDs available for purchase featuring the broadcast portion of the current and past years' parades, formatted in NTSC, allowing public access to recorded coverage of the event.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$701K
Contributions & grants$730K104%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$2K0%
Other revenue$-30K
expenses
Total expenses$738K
Program expenses79%
Admin / overhead19%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$28K
Grants paid out$5K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$376K
Cash$114K
Investments$186K
Liabilities$31K
Net assets$345K
Liquid reserves4.9 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -3.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 20
- BRENDAN BENN — VICE CHAIRMAN
- BRENDAN G LYNCH — DIRECTOR
- BRIAN DUFFY — DIRECTOR
- BRIAN O'DWYER — DIRECTOR
- CATHERINE MITCHELL-MICELI — DIRECTOR
- CHARLES MCGUIRE — DIRECTOR
- DANNY DROMM — CFO
- DR JOSEPH MULVEHILL MD — DIRECTOR
- EILEEN BARKER — DIRECTOR
- EILEEN MACKELL — DIRECTOR
- FRANCIS G MCGREAL JR — DIRECTOR
- HILARY BEIRNE — CAO
- JAMES CAHILL — DIRECTOR
- MARTINE REARDON — DIRECTOR
- RYAN HANLON — VICE CHAIRMAN
- SEAN KELLEHER — DIRECTOR
- SEAN LANE — CHAIRMAN
- SEAN MCCOOEY — DIRECTOR
- THOMAS SMYTH — PRESIDENT
- THOMAS TUFFY — DIRECTOR
relationships · 37
Who they work with
- Albert Reynolds Partner — Served as Grand Marshal in 1998 as Taoiseach of Ireland, indicating international diplomatic ties.
- Ancient Order of Hibernians Partner — Official sponsor of the parade since approximately 1851, organizing and overseeing parade operations through local chapters.
- Ancient Order of Hibernians, Bronx Division 3 Partner — Patrick J. O'Rourke serves as President of this organization, indicating a leadership and operational partnership with the group.
- Archdiocese of New York Government — Honors St. Patrick as the Patron Saint of the Archdiocese of New York through the annual parade.
- Archdiocese of New York Government — Parade honors the Patron Saint of the Archdiocese of New York; Cardinal Timothy Michael Dolan serves as Parade Chaplain.
- Boston College Partner — Student representative from Boston College serves on the Student Advisory Committee.
- Cardinal John O’Connor Partner — Served as Grand Marshal in 1995, reinforcing relationship with religious leadership.
- Cardinal Timothy Dolan Partner — Served as Grand Marshal in 2015, indicating relationship with religious leaders.
- Dr. Brian O’Dwyer Esq. Partner — Served as Grand Marshal in 2019, reflecting ongoing engagement with prominent community figures.
- Fordham Partner — Student representatives from Fordham serve on the Student Advisory Committee.
- Fordham Law Partner — Student representative from Fordham Law serves on the Student Advisory Committee.
- Georgetown Partner — Student representative from Georgetown serves on the Student Advisory Committee.
- Indiana University Partner — Student representative from Indiana University serves on the Student Advisory Committee.
- Iona Partner — Student representative from Iona serves on the Student Advisory Committee.
- Irish 69th Regiment Partner — Leads the parade procession annually as the first marching unit since around 1851.
- Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians Partner — Member of Division 25 since 2007 and Queens County Treasurer since 2013
- Maureen O’Hara Partner — Served as Grand Marshal in 1999, demonstrating engagement with cultural and entertainment figures.
- Michael Anthony Benn Partner — Appointed as Grand Marshal for the 2025 parade, indicating a leadership role in the event.
- Mount Saint Vincent Partner — Student representative from Mount Saint Vincent serves on the Student Advisory Committee.
- NYPD Government — Coordinates parade logistics and enforces regulations, such as prohibiting portable restrooms along the route.
- NYU Partner — Student representative from NYU serves on the Student Advisory Committee.
- Parish of St. Benedict Partner — Longtime membership and service as an usher at this parish in Throggs Neck.
- Pearl River High School Partner — Student representative from Pearl River High School serves on the Student Advisory Committee.
- Police Commissioner Raymond Kelly Partner — Served as Grand Marshal in 2010, reflecting collaboration with law enforcement leadership.
- Providence College Partner — Student representative from Providence College serves on the Student Advisory Committee.
- Queens College Partner — Student representative from Queens College serves on the Student Advisory Committee.
- Queens County St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Cultural Committee Partner — Corresponding Secretary
- Senator George J. Mitchell Partner — Served as Grand Marshal in 2016, highlighting association with national political leaders.
- St. Brendan’s Gaelic Society Partner — Participant in cultural events including Saturday night ceilis
- St. Johns Partner — Multiple student representatives from St. Johns serve on the Student Advisory Committee.
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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.
- Culture and Faith-Based Identity Preservationmethodology: faith-and-culture-celebrationBy anchoring the parade in religious honor and Irish cultural tradition, the organization reinforces communal identity and intergenerational continuity, because linking celebration to faith and heritage strengthens collective belonging and motivation for participation.
- Inclusive Governance with Representational Equitymethodology: representative-governanceBy structuring leadership and participation to reflect stakeholder groups—including rotational inclusion of county associations and representative committee composition—the organization ensures perceived fairness and sustained buy-in, because equitable representation reduces conflict and enhances long-term cooperation.
- Volunteer-Driven Community Ownershipmethodology: volunteer_driven_organizationBy relying entirely on volunteer labor, including multi-generational family participation, the organization enables large-scale event management while fostering deep community investment and continuity, because collective ownership strengthens engagement and传承.