named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Chapter Golf Tournament
Annual fundraising event supporting ASHRAE research with networking opportunities for industry professionals
Monthly Technical Meetings
Hosts presentations on HVACR topics such as ventilation, energy codes, and infectious aerosol control for professional education
Research Promotion Campaign
Raises funds to support ASHRAE research projects in HVACR technologies and sustainability
Student Activities and Scholarships
Provides scholarships to OCM BOCES HVAC program students and sponsors Syracuse University senior capstone projects
Young Engineers in ASHRAE (YEA)
Offers leadership development webinars, networking events, and coaching for young professionals in the HVACR field
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Cancer Research Funding 1 activity
- Funding HVAC&R research and education initiativesProvides financial support for research projects in the HVAC/R field through member and corporate donations, including directing 100% of raised funds to research promotion and awarding scholarships and project sponsorships.
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Construction Industry Professional Development & Networking 1 activity
- Hosting technical and educational events for HVAC&R professionalsOrganizes and hosts regular chapter meetings, webinars, and presentations on topics such as energy codes, ventilation standards, thermal storage tax credits, and advanced HVAC system design, serving over 250 members in the Central New York area.
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Membership & Sponsorship Development 1 activity
- Maintaining regional chapter operations and outreachOperates and maintains the Central New York Chapter of ASHRAE, including managing a chapter website, organizing local activities, and representing the organization within the community.
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Onsite & Outreach Environmental Education Programs 1 activity
- Providing public and professional education on HVAC systems and indoor environmental qualityHosts educational exhibits, presentations, and meetings focused on improving indoor air quality, ventilation, and HVAC system performance, including topics such as airborne disease transmission and school air conditioning.
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Industry-Specific Student Scholarships and Competitions 1 activity
- Supporting student and young engineer engagement in HVAC&REngages young engineers and students through free meeting attendance, leadership development events, and sponsorship of capstone projects and design competitions, including targeted scholarships and project funding.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Advancing HVAC&R arts and sciences through researchConducts and promotes research to advance the arts and sciences of heating, refrigeration, air-conditioning, and ventilation, supported by fundraising initiatives and member contributions.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$51K
Contributions & grants$25K50%
Program service revenue$2K4%
Investment income$3K6%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$32K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out$15K
balance sheet
Total assets$162K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$162K
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +66.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 8
- BEN ST CLAIR — BOARD GOVERNOR
- BOBBY WOZNIAK — BOARD GOVERNOR
- BRENDAN HALL — BOARD GOVERNOR
- CHEYENNE KERSAVAGE — BOARD GOVERNOR
- MIKE TALARICO — BOARD GOVERNOR
- OLIVIA WISE — BOARD GOVERNOR
- TOM MORAVCIK — BOARD GOVERNOR
- TONG LIN — BOARD GOVERNOR
relationships · 12
Who they work with
- ASHRAE Government — CNY Chapter operates under ASHRAE and directs donations to ASHRAE's broader research promotion efforts.
- ASHRAE Network — Local chapter of the national ASHRAE organization, hosting events under its technical and educational framework.
- ASHRAE Region I Network — Central New York Chapter is one of 15 chapters in ASHRAE Region I.
- Ansley Fones Partner — Website design and development partner for the ASHRAE CNY Chapter website.
- Drumlins Country Club Partner — Hosted the March 1960 chapter meeting and School Air Conditioning Exhibit.
- New York State Department of State Government — Christopher Jensen from the NYS Department of State co-presented on energy code updates.
- OCM BOCES Partner — Provides scholarships to students in its HVAC program.
- Price Industries Partner — Kristopher Geyson from Price Industries presented on operating room design.
- Syracuse University Partner — Collaborates on mechanical engineering senior capstone projects and supports student chapter membership.
- Syracuse University Partner — Sponsoring a senior mechanical engineering capstone project through a financial donation.
- Timber Banks Golf Club Partner — Host venue for the Central New York ASHRAE Chapter Golf Tournament.
- Tricia Evans Partner — Facilitated the YEA Leadership Digital event as a business coach and writer.
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.
- HVAC as a Public Health Interventionmethodology: infectious-aerosol-control-through-hvacBy designing and optimizing HVAC systems for ventilation, filtration, and environmental control, ASHRAE reduces occupant exposure to infectious aerosols and other indoor health risks, because engineered building systems directly mediate airborne disease transmission and indoor environmental quality.
- Industry-Academic Pipeline Developmentmethodology: industry-academic integrationBy integrating real-world HVAC industry practices into academic training and student engagement, ASHRAE prepares future engineers for professional practice, because early exposure to applied engineering contexts and mentorship increases workforce readiness and field innovation.
- Standards and Research-Driven Innovationmethodology: standards_and_research_driven_educationBy advancing scientific research, developing technical standards, and disseminating knowledge, ASHRAE improves the performance, safety, and sustainability of HVAC/R systems and the built environment, because evidence-based guidelines enable widespread industry adoption and regulatory influence.