named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Downtown Summer Nights
Weekly Friday evening events in July that extend shopping hours and feature entertainment, dining, and activities to activate the downtown district.
End of Winter Carnival
Annual winter celebration organized to boost community spirit and support local businesses during the off-season.
FallFest & Fireworks
Seasonal celebration held in September featuring family activities and fireworks at Percy Thompson Bicentennial Park.
Pub Night Fundraiser
Annual fundraising event held at Maddens Pub to support TMSP’s programming and operations.
StreetFest
Annual community festival held on Montcalm Street featuring live music, food vendors, family activities, local organizations, and the Farmers Market Square. Includes expanded programming such as "Recovery Day the StreetFest Way" in partnership with Essex County Public Health.
Ticonderoga Clean-Up Day
Community volunteer event to clean and beautify public spaces in Ticonderoga, supporting the town’s appearance and environmental stewardship.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
-
Community Stewardship Volunteer Programs 1 activity
- Coordinating community clean-up and beautification initiativesOrganizes Ticonderoga Clean-Up Day annually in collaboration with the Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce, distributing supplies and mobilizing volunteers to improve downtown and surrounding areas. Includes streetscape maintenance and broader environmental stewardship efforts.
-
-
Community Event Fundraising 1 activity
- Hosting fundraising events to support downtown programsOrganizes annual Pub Night fundraiser at Maddens Pub to benefit TMSP events, with proceeds supporting downtown revitalization and programming initiatives.
-
-
Public Space Beautification and Maintenance 1 activity
- Implementing downtown streetscape improvement projectsConducts ongoing streetscape enhancements on Montcalm Street, including crosswalk markings, traffic islands, street trees, landscape plantings, directional signage, and improved handicap accessibility at crossings. Projects are guided by annual focus areas and long-term planning.
-
-
Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Organizing annual community events to promote downtown engagementPlans and hosts recurring community events including the End of Winter Carnival, StreetFest, Downtown Summer Nights, FallFest, HalloweenFest, and Fireworks in Percy Thompson Bicentennial Park to increase foot traffic and community interaction in downtown Ticonderoga.
-
-
Business Improvement District Management 1 activity
- Revitalizing downtown Ticonderoga using the National Main Street Center's Four-Point ApproachImplements economic, historic, and social development initiatives in Ticonderoga's traditional business district based on the National Main Street Center’s framework, focusing on Organization, Promotion, Design, and Economic Restructuring. Activities include long-term planning and committee-driven efforts to strengthen the downtown business district.
-
financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$89K
Contributions & grants$11K13%
Program service revenue——
Investment income——
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$88K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$12K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$12K
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +17.0%
relationships · 23
Who they work with
- Bob Dedrick Partner — Co-Chair of the StreetFest committee
- Community Clean Up Day Partner — Partner organization collaborating on coordinated events.
- Darlene Treadway Partner — Co-Chair of the StreetFest committee
- Essex County Public Health Partner — Partners to present “Recovery Day the StreetFest Way,” integrating community resources and positive outreach into StreetFest.
- FallFest Partner — Partner organization collaborating on coordinated events.
- HalloweenFest Partner — Partner organization collaborating on coordinated events.
- Maddens Pub Partner — Hosts the annual "Pub Night" fundraiser event for TMSP.
- Maddens Pub Partner — Hosts the annual Pub Night fundraiser benefiting TMSP events.
- Maddens Pub Partner — Hosts the annual Pub Night fundraiser for TMSP.
- National Main Street Center Network — Follows the National Main Street Center's guidelines for community and economic development programming.
- PRIDE of Ticonderoga Partner — Collaborates with the Design Committee on streetscape and community improvement initiatives.
- Participating businesses on Montcalm Street Partner — Local merchants collaborate with TMSP during Downtown Summer Nights by staying open late and offering special promotions.
- Stewart’s Holiday Match Program Funder — Awarded a $1,200 grant to TMSP through a customer-designated matching donation program.
- Stewart’s Holiday Match Program Funder — Awarded a $1,200 grant to TMSP through its Holiday Match funding initiative.
- Street Art Project & Auction Partner — Partner organization collaborating on coordinated events.
- Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce Partner — Collaborates on event logistics, information dissemination, and co-hosts event components such as the Farmers Market Square.
- Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce Partner — Collaborates with TMSP as an ex-officio board member organization in marketing, promotion, office, and event support.
- Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce Partner — Collaborates with TMSP on events such as Ticonderoga Clean-Up Day and the End of Winter Carnival.
- Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce Partner — Collaborates with TMSP on organizing the End of Winter Carnival, Clean-Up Day, and other community events.
- Ticonderoga Area Chamber of Commerce Partner — Collaborates with the Ticonderoga Montcalm Street Partnership to support Ticonderoga Clean-Up Day, including providing supplies and office coordination.
- Ticonderoga End of Winter Carnival Partner — Partner organization collaborating on coordinated events.
- Town of Ticonderoga Government — Coordinates with TMSP on community announcements and events, including the Best 4th in the North celebration.
- Town of Ticonderoga Partner — Coordinates with TMSP on community events, including the Best 4th in the North celebration.
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.
- Asset-Based Community Revitalizationmethodology: asset_based_developmentBy identifying and leveraging existing local assets—such as historic buildings, cultural identity, and community networks—the organization drives revitalization because building on authentic strengths fosters local ownership, reduces dependency on external inputs, and creates more resilient economic development.
- Community-Led Revitalization through Local Self-Helpmethodology: local_self_helpBy mobilizing local residents and business owners to lead and invest in revitalization efforts, the organization ensures sustainable change because community ownership increases commitment, fosters shared responsibility, and strengthens long-term stewardship of public spaces.
- Incremental Revitalization with Visible Impactmethodology: incremental_changeBy launching small, high-visibility projects first, the organization builds public confidence and momentum for larger initiatives because early successes demonstrate tangible results, shift community perceptions, and encourage broader participation and investment.
- Main Street Four-Point Approachmethodology: main-street-four-point-approachBy applying the National Main Street Center's four-point framework—Organization, Design, Promotion, and Economic Restructuring—the organization creates sustainable commercial district revitalization because this integrated methodology aligns community stakeholders, leverages local assets, and drives long-term economic and cultural renewal.
- Public-Private Partnership for Aligned Revitalizationmethodology: public_private_partnershipsBy fostering partnerships between public entities and private stakeholders, the organization aligns resources and goals to maximize impact because shared investment and coordinated action increase efficiency, broaden support, and sustain momentum across revitalization initiatives.