irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $5KEDUCATION: PRESENTING AND TEACHING ART TO THE PUBLIC TO NURTURE THE DEVELOPMENT OF BOTH ARTISTS AND AUDIENCE IN ALL MEDIA AND TO EDUCATE THE YOUTH IN THE SURROUNDING COMMUNITY.
named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
Adorn-a-Door Wreath Festival
Annual holiday fundraiser featuring a silent auction of artist-decorated wreaths, supporting the CAA Art Scholarship Fund
Education Programs
Year-round art classes, lectures, and demonstrations for adults and children, including an ongoing figure drawing class
Fine Arts on the Lawn
Annual Labor Day weekend outdoor art festival featuring work by CAA members and visiting artists, including live music and demonstrations
Holiday Show & Sale
Annual exhibition and sale of member-created artwork, including jewelry, ceramics, paintings, and holiday ornaments
Luck of the Draw
Biennial event where donated artworks are entered into a raffle; ticket holders rank preferences and winners are drawn
Pumpkin Glow
Annual Halloween event inviting community members to display carved pumpkins on the gallery porch
Spring Cleaning Art Bazaar
Biennial sale of gently used art and supplies donated by artists and patrons, with proceeds benefiting the CAA
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Curated Art Exhibitions and Public Displays 5 activities
- Host annual Fenimore Quilt Club ExhibitionHosts the annual Fenimore Quilt Club exhibit, a group show featuring approximately 100 quilts and quilted items from makers of all skill levels, including non-members and family heirlooms, displayed each year as part of its public programming.
- Host annual National Juried Art ExhibitionOrganizes and hosts the annual National Juried Art Exhibition, a multi-media show featuring works by artists from across the United States, selected through a competitive jury process and displayed in multiple gallery spaces during July and August. Recent exhibitions have included over 130 works from more than 100 artists across 10–19 states.
- Host annual student art exhibitionsPresents annual art exhibitions showcasing K–12 student artwork from Cooperstown Central School and other local schools, including themed projects like large-scale block prints created with a steam roller and special competitions for Otsego County high school and homeschooled students.
- Host biennial "Made in New York: The Art of Wood" Fine Craft InvitationalHosts the biennial "Made in New York: The Art of Wood" exhibition, showcasing fine craft woodworking in forms such as furniture, sculpture, carvings, and lighting using local and exotic woods, featuring over 20 regional artisans in odd-numbered years.
- Present rotating solo and group art exhibitionsCurates and presents rotating solo and group exhibitions throughout the year, including work by local, regional, and nationally recognized artists, thematic collaborations with community partners, and special fundraising exhibits such as "Luck of the Draw" and "Paint the Point!"
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Community Festival & Event Production 2 activities
- Co-sponsor collaborative arts programmingSponsors and co-sponsors special community-based programming such as artist studio tours, art film series, theatrical productions, and plein air painting events in partnership with organizations like the Otsego Land Trust.
- Organize annual outdoor community art eventsOrganizes recurring annual outdoor events including Fine Arts on the Lawn (featuring over 30 member artists and live demonstrations), Pumpkin Glow (a free public display of decorated pumpkins), and Adorn-a-Door (a wreath festival with silent auction), fostering community engagement and fundraising.
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Artist Marketplace Operations 1 activity
- Host annual Holiday Show & SaleHosts the annual Holiday Show & Sale from November to December, featuring original artwork and crafts—including paintings, jewelry, ceramics, apparel, and ornaments—by local and regional artist members, with an opening reception and curated gift offerings.
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Photography and Creative Arts Competitions 1 activity
- Host annual Regional Juried Art Exhibition ("Essential Art")Hosts the annual "Essential Art" Regional Juried Show, open to artists from New York State, which has been held for over 30 years as a cornerstone exhibition. Includes an opening reception and awards ceremony with prizes in multiple media categories.
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Community Art Education Workshops 1 activity
- Provide public art education programs and classesOffers ongoing public art education through art classes, lectures, demonstrations, and an annual figure drawing class, supporting artist development and community learning.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$612K
Contributions & grants$453K74%
Program service revenue$16K3%
Investment income$91K15%
Other revenue$51K
expenses
Total expenses$204K
Program expenses73%
Admin / overhead25%
Fundraising3%
Salaries & benefits$102K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.67M
Cash$400K
Investments$1.19M
Liabilities$47K
Net assets$1.62M
Liquid reserves93.6 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +190.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JANET G ERWAY | Executive Direc | 35 | $65K |
board members · 11
- BILL SCHAEFFER — Director
- CHARLES KIELER — Treasurer
- CHERYL WRIGHT — President
- CR JONES — Director
- DIANNE KULL — Director
- DONALD RADDATZ — Vice President
- JENNIFER VICTORY — Director
- LORI SOLENSTEN — CO SECRETARY
- TED SPENCER — Director
- TOM LIEBER — Director
- WILL GREEN — Director
relationships · 27
Who they work with
- Carefree Gardens Partner — Provides a prize for the Regional Juried Show.
- Central New York Watercolor Society Partner — Hosted the society's members-only juried exhibition and solo exhibit at the Cooperstown Art Association galleries.
- Cooperstown Central School Partner — Collaborates annually to present student artwork in the CCS Art Exhibit.
- Cooperstown Central School Partner — Collaborates to present the annual student art exhibit featuring K-12 artwork.
- Cooperstown Central School Partner — Hosts annual student art exhibitions from Cooperstown Central School
- Fenimore Quilt Club Partner — Collaborates on an annual quilt exhibition.
- Fenimore Quilt Club Partner — Collaborates with the Fenimore Quilt Club to present an annual quilt exhibit.
- Golden Artist Colors Inc. Partner — Provides a prize for the Regional Juried Show.
- Kiser Sand and Gravel Partner — Donated use of a steam roller for student printmaking project "On a Roll!"
- Leatherstocking Brush & Palette Club Partner — Collaborated on the 55th Annual Fine Arts Exhibition
- Leatherstocking Brush & Palette Club Partner — Provides a prize for the Regional Juried Show.
- Leatherstocking Credit Union Partner — Provides a prize for the Regional Juried Show.
- Milford Central School Partner — Collaborates with Milford Central School to host student art exhibits
- Otsego County Community Events Program Government — Public program providing financial support for the 2026 gallery season.
- Otsego County Community Grant Program Government — Sponsor of the Fine Arts on the Lawn event
- Otsego County Community Grant Program Government — Sponsored the Fine Arts on the Lawn event.
- Otsego Land Trust Partner — Collaborated on "Paint the Point" plein-air painting event and exhibition
- Otsego Land Trust Partner — Collaborated on the "Conserved on Canvas" exhibition featuring plein air paintings at Hyde Hall.
- Otsego Land Trust Partner — Collaborated on the "Paint the Point!" exhibition and plein-air painting event at Brookwood Point.
- Raymond Han & Paul Kellogg Foundation Partner — Co-presented sale of Raymond Han’s artwork
- Raymond Han & Paul Kellogg Foundation Partner — Co-presented the Raymond Han Sale Pt.2 at the Cooperstown Art Association gallery.
- The Glimmerglass Festival Partner — Proud sponsor of the Cooperstown Art Association's 2026 gallery season.
- The Scriven Foundation Funder — Financial supporter of the Cooperstown Art Association's 2026 gallery season.
- The Smithy Gallery & Clay Studio Partner — Affiliated organization providing ceramic arts programming and studio access.
- Weebly Partner — Provides website hosting and platform services for the Cooperstown Art Association.
- Weebly Partner — Website hosting and content management platform for the Cooperstown Art Association's website.
- artist studio tours Partner — Co-sponsors programming involving local artist studios.
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.
- Community-Engaged Programming to Strengthen Local Artistic Culturemethodology: community-engaged arts educationBy integrating public events, educational outreach, and participatory art practices, the organization deepens community connection to the arts, because accessible, interactive programming increases public awareness and sustained involvement in artistic expression.
- Inclusive Community Participation to Broaden Artistic Engagementmethodology: inclusive_community_exhibitionBy welcoming artists of all skill levels, backgrounds, and membership statuses—including non-members and intergenerational contributors—the organization fosters broad community engagement in the arts, because inclusivity increases access and strengthens local artistic culture.
- Juried Selection to Promote Artistic Quality and Regional/National Exposuremethodology: juried_selectionBy using a competitive jury process led by recognized artists, the organization ensures high artistic quality in its exhibitions and provides regional and national exposure to fine artists, because peer-reviewed curation elevates standards and broadens audience reach.