irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2025
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $20KCOMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
named programs · 1 · from sources
What they call their work
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Marketing and promotion of commercial, office, medical, industrial, and retail properties for sale or lease in West Seneca, NY
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Support 1 activity
- Hosts ribbon-cutting events and supports local nonprofitsHosts ceremonial ribbon-cutting events for new business branches and donates to local nonprofits such as the Queen of Heaven Carnival and the West Seneca Food Pantry.
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Historic Site Public Programming 1 activity
- Manages and promotes historic and cultural tourism in Gardenville DistrictCoordinates visitation and promotion across at least nine historic and cultural landmarks in the Gardenville District of West Seneca, managing a walkable district and promoting artistic, cultural, environmental, and historic assets to increase community and tourist visitation.
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Community Service Office Operations 1 activity
- Operates a public office and member services hubMaintains an office at the West Seneca Community Center on Union Road, providing in-person and by-appointment access to chamber services during business hours. The office serves as a central point of contact for member businesses and the community, including availability of chamber bylaws for public review.
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Curated Art Exhibitions and Public Displays 1 activity
- Organizes BurchFest cultural celebrationOrganizes the annual BurchFest event, a multi-venue celebration held across West Seneca that honors the life and legacy of artist Charles Burchfield and his family. The event has been hosted for at least four years.
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Business Improvement District Management 1 activity
- Partners on community infrastructure and marketplace projectsCollaborated with the school district to construct a small marketplace featuring a prototype "tiny shop" displayed near town hall, supporting local entrepreneurship and community engagement.
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Policy Advocacy & Research 1 activity
- Promotes economic and community development through government collaborationEngages in advocacy by collaborating with town, county, and state government officials to promote economic and community development initiatives in West Seneca and Western New York.
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Nonprofit Retail and Merchandise Sales 1 activity
- Sells community-themed merchandiseOffers West Seneca-themed merchandise for sale to promote community pride and engagement.
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Local Business Financing and Incentives 1 activity
- Supports local business development and expansionProvides services to help businesses build, expand, or relocate in West Seneca, including business counseling, networking opportunities, promotional support, and facilitation of tax incentives. Administers a 10-year graduated property tax exemption program for qualifying commercial projects, covering new development, expansion, relocation, and reuse, including school taxes.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$126K
Contributions & grants$77K61%
Program service revenue$35K27%
Investment income$3K2%
Other revenue$12K
expenses
Total expenses$116K
Program expenses88%
Admin / overhead12%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$72K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$101K
Cash$27K
Investments$66K
Liabilities$20K
Net assets$82K
Liquid reserves9.6 mo
6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue +0.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JOSEPH KIRCHMYER | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 30 | $48K |
board members · 11
- ALLEN DEMRSKI — VICE PRESIDENT
- CHERIE MESSORE — DIRECTOR
- JANELLE ACENOWR — SECRETARY
- MARALYNN JOHNSON — DIRECTOR
- MARISSA JEFFERY — DIRECTOR
- MEICHLE LATHAM — DIRECTOR
- PAUL TYRPAK — TREASURER
- STEVEN DILOIA — DIRECTOR
- TIM HARTMAN — DIRECTOR
- TONY ANDO — DIRECTOR
- TRACY MCCORMICK — PRESIDENT
relationships · 45
Who they work with
- Axiom Coaching, LLC Partner — Board member organization represented by Steven Diloia
- Burchfield Nature & Art Center Partner — Collaborates on programming and promotion within the Gardenville District, including shared historic and natural resources.
- Burchfield Nature & Art Center Partner — Hosts a fiber arts show, craft activities, and a photography exhibit during BurchFest
- Burchfield Penney Art Center Partner — Representative from the center gives a talk at the West Seneca Public Library during BurchFest
- Burchfield Penney Art Center Partner — Sends representative Mary Marino Kozub to give a public talk at the West Seneca Public Library as part of BurchFest programming.
- Charles Burchfield Home & Studio Partner — Offers tours of Charles Burchfield’s former studio and family home during BurchFest
- Christian Metz House Partner — Hosts historic displays during BurchFest
- Coach, Counselor, Business Consultant Partner — Board member organization represented by Meichle Latham, LCSW
- County government Government — Works with county officials to support regional growth and development.
- Erie County Industrial Development Association Partner — Collaborates to provide county-level tax incentives including property tax abatement, sales tax exemption, and mortgage recording tax exemption for qualifying commercial projects.
- Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook for social media promotional efforts on behalf of members.
- Fourteen Holy Helpers Church Partner — Opens its church for tours and displays an original painting by Martha Burchfield Richter during BurchFest
- Horizon Martial Arts Partner — Board member organization represented by Tim Hartman
- LinkedIn Partner — Uses LinkedIn for social media promotional efforts on behalf of members.
- Martha Burchfield Richter Atrium Partner — Hosts an exhibit of West Seneca Art Society members’ work and a 'paint-in' event during BurchFest
- Massage Therapy Partner — Board member organization represented by Maralynn Johnson
- Painting With a Twist Partner — Hosts Burchfield-inspired painting events during BurchFest
- Painting With a Twist Partner — Hosts two Burchfield-inspired painting events during BurchFest, one for all ages and one adult-only session.
- Spectrum Health and Human Services Partner — Board member organization represented by Cherie Messore
- St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church Partner — Hosts an artisan/craft/vendor show, food trucks, and a West Seneca Town Band performance during BurchFest
- State government Government — Engages with state officials to promote opportunities in Western New York.
- Steven Diloia Partner — Displays photography exhibit at Burchfield Nature & Art Center during BurchFest
- Tompkins Bank Partner — Board member organization represented by Tony Ando
- Town of West Seneca Government — Collaborates with town officials to promote commerce and community development.
- Twitter Partner — Uses Twitter for social media promotional efforts on behalf of members.
- Virgil Creek Photography Partner — Displays photographic work in the parking lot of the Burchfield Nature & Art Center during BurchFest, weather permitting.
- West Seneca Art Society Partner — Participates in BurchFest by hosting art exhibits, craft projects for children, and a “paint-in” event at the Martha Burchfield Richter Atrium and West Seneca Public Library.
- West Seneca Art Society Partner — Participates in BurchFest by hosting exhibits, craft projects, and a 'paint-in' event
- West Seneca Central School District Partner — Engages student volunteers and art teachers in plein air painting, student art displays, and children's art activities at Burchfield Park during BurchFest.
- West Seneca Central School District Partner — Participates in BurchFest with student volunteers, art teachers, student art displays, and plein air painting
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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.
- Cultural Heritage as Community and Economic Catalyst 92 orgsmethodology: cultural_heritage_catalystBy hosting community-wide cultural events and creating walkable cultural districts with interpretive environmental design, the Chamber fosters regional pride and tourism, because celebrating artistic heritage in accessible, immersive formats drives resident engagement and visitor economic impact.shared approach: Network-Driven Development →
- Economic Development Through Collective Action and Incentives 92 orgsmethodology: economic_development_through_incentivesBy leveraging collective action, tax incentives, and local exemptions, the Chamber stimulates commercial development and expands economic opportunities for businesses that may not qualify for county-level programs, because targeted financial accessibility increases business attraction and retention in West Seneca.shared approach: Network-Driven Development →
- Member-Driven Networking and Engagement Model 92 orgsmethodology: member_driven_networkingBy providing structured networking, education, and promotional services to members, the Chamber strengthens local business visibility and engagement, because peer-connected ecosystems foster collaboration, referral networks, and sustained participation.shared approach: Network-Driven Development →