irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2025
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $50KOwnership and promotion of the Catskill Scenic Trail - a 26 mile recreational trail in the Catskill Mountains.
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Catskill Scenic Trail
Manages and maintains a 26-mile linear park and rail trail from Roxbury to Bloomville, providing recreational access for walking, biking, and nature appreciation.
Charter Train Events
Offers private train charters for weddings, group outings, school trips, and special events, including use of the Streamliner and Red Caboose for intimate gatherings.
Delaware & Ulster Railroad Scenic Train Rides
Operates weekly scenic train excursions from Arkville to Halcottsville, offering 45-minute rides on vintage rail equipment; part of a long-term restoration of the historic Catskill Mountain branch line.
Highmount Track Restoration Project
Capital project to rebuild 6.7 miles of rail infrastructure from Arkville toward Fleischmanns and Highmount, supported by state grants and focused on replacing aging ties and improving drainage and ballast.
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Railroad and Canal Heritage Preservation 2 activities
- Manage and maintain active railroad infrastructureManages and maintains a 19-mile active railroad segment from Highmount to Roxbury, including restoration efforts on the Delaware & Ulster Railroad, with past operation of the line until 2020 and ongoing investment in track rehabilitation.
- Operate and maintain scenic train rides on the Delaware & Ulster RailroadProvides scenic train rides using vintage rail cars on a route from Arkville to Fleischmanns and Highmount, with plans to resume weekly operations starting July 4, 2026, on a restored segment from Arkville toward Halcottsville. Invested nearly $2 million in track restoration and installed approximately 10,000 new railroad ties by the end of 2023.
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Recreational Trail Development and Maintenance 1 activity
- Manage and maintain the Catskill Scenic TrailManages and maintains the 26-mile Catskill Scenic Trail for public recreation, including coordination of its restoration and ongoing upkeep as part of regional tourism infrastructure.
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Regional Tourism Promotion 1 activity
- Organize family-themed train eventsOrganizes public events such as "Day Out With Thomas," featuring themed train rides and merchandise centered around Thomas the Tank Engine to attract visitors and promote tourism.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$594K
Contributions & grants$501K84%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$3K1%
Other revenue$90K
expenses
Total expenses$704K
Program expenses85%
Admin / overhead15%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$261K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$3.11M
Cash$169K
Investments$0
Liabilities$583K
Net assets$2.52M
Liquid reserves2.9 mo
6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue -47.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Todd C Pascarella | Executive Dir. | 40 | $60K |
board members · 9
- Allen Hinkley — President
- Daniel Deysenroth — Vice President
- Don Bramley — Director
- Donna Schieffer Kennedy — Director
- Kenneth Cole — Treasurer
- Laurie Sanford — Director
- Linda Stratigos — Secretary
- Lisa Driscoll — Director
- Peg Ellsworth — Director
relationships · 8
Who they work with
- A. Lindsay & Olive B. O’Connor Foundation Inc. Funder — Provided early support for efforts to preserve and repurpose the Catskill Mountain Branch as a tourist attraction.
- A. Lindsay & Olive B. O’Connor Foundation Inc. Partner — Provided early support for the formation of the Catskill Rail Committee and preservation of the railroad right-of-way.
- Catskill Scenic Trail Partner — Jointly managed and maintained by the same organization
- Catskill Scenic Trail Partner — Partner trail system managed as part of regional revitalization efforts.
- Delaware & Ulster Railroad Partner — Operational partner in running scenic train services from Arkville Station.
- Delaware & Ulster Railroad Partner — Partner organization in railroad restoration and operations.
- New York State Department of Transportation Government — Provided a $462,300 matching/reimbursement grant for the Highmount Project and a $795,000 grant to replace the highway crossing at Route 30.
- Seven townships Coalition — Formed from the Catskill Rail Committee, an association of seven townships, to support regional trail development and community revitalization.
strategies · 1
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.
- Rail-Trail Redevelopment for Community Revitalizationmethodology: rail-trail redevelopmentBy repurposing disused rail infrastructure into recreational trails and heritage railroads, we stimulate tourism and local economic development because restored infrastructure attracts visitors and creates community assets that catalyze broader regional investment.