named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway
Distributes free backpacks with school supplies to local children ahead of the academic year, supporting families in the community
Beautification and Streetscapes
Installs holiday lights, planters, and seasonal decorations; organizes open streets events and annual street fairs to enhance the public realm
Graffiti and Vandalism Removal
Partners with vendors to promptly remove graffiti and vandalism across public and private properties in the district
Merchant Support and Advocacy
Serves as a liaison between businesses and city agencies, offering guidance on regulations, business development, and policy advocacy
Supplemental Sanitation Services
Provides street cleaning Wednesday through Monday, including trash collection, illegal dumping response, and sidewalk maintenance to keep the commercial district clean
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Back-to-School Supply Distribution 1 activity
- Back-to-School Backpack GiveawayHosts an annual Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway that provides free backpacks and school supplies to local children in support of local families.
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Regional Economic Development Initiatives 1 activity
- Commercial District Needs AssessmentCompleted a comprehensive Commercial District Needs Assessment in partnership with NYC Small Business Services to evaluate and inform economic development strategies.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Community events and cultural programmingSponsors, supports, and organizes community events such as street fairs, open streets events, holiday celebrations, the Christmas tree lighting ceremony, and cultural programs to bring neighbors together and celebrate local culture.
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Regional Tourism Promotion 1 activity
- Marketing and promotion of local businessesConducts marketing initiatives and promotional activities on behalf of retailers in the district, including highlighting local businesses and business owners’ stories, maintaining a business directory, and providing an interactive merchant map to showcase locally-owned businesses along Jamaica Avenue.
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Organizational Governance & Leadership Development 1 activity
- Stakeholder engagement and governanceConvenes a volunteer Board of Directors composed of neighborhood stakeholders that meets quarterly to set priorities and approve the annual budget, and holds an annual meeting to review accomplishments and present future plans.
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Supplemental Urban Sanitation Services 1 activity
- Supplemental sanitation and graffiti removal servicesProvides supplemental sanitation services on Jamaica Avenue from Wednesday through Monday and conducts graffiti removal to improve cleanliness and safety in the commercial district. Cleaning teams collect thousands of bags of trash annually and cover hundreds of graffiti locations through regular operations and seasonal community clean-ups.
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Managed Parking Services 1 activity
- Transportation and visitor informationProvides information about transportation access and street parking availability along the Jamaica Avenue corridor to support visitors and local residents.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Property and real estate supportMaintains a database of available properties for lease or sale as a courtesy to member property owners and prospective tenants within the Woodhaven BID district.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$412K
Contributions & grants$136K33%
Program service revenue$275K67%
Investment income$2K0%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$372K
Program expenses61%
Admin / overhead39%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$85K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$475K
Cash$340K
Investments$0
Liabilities$169K
Net assets$306K
Liquid reserves11.0 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -9.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| James McClelland | Class E-No Vote | 40 | $48K |
board members · 13
- Frank Castelli — Chairman
- Fred Leopold-Hooke — Class D Gov't
- Hugo Rengefo — Director
- Jack Moy — Vice Chair
- James Mongeluzo — Class D Gov't
- Margaret Schmidt — Secretary
- Martin Colbert — Vice Chair
- Matthew Rooney — Director
- Pauline Woodley-Bernire — Director
- Phyllis Inserillo — Class D Gov't
- Shurn Anderson — Class D Gov't
- Steven Forte — Director
- Victor Hui — Treasurer
relationships · 18
Who they work with
- City Agencies Government — Works closely with various City Agencies to advocate for the BID community.
- City agencies Government — Partners with City agencies on community initiatives such as street fairs, Weekend Walks, beautification projects, and cultural programs.
- Department of Sanitation Government — Collaborates with the BID on sanitation services and illegal dumping reports.
- Forest Park Partner — Adjacent green space promoted as part of the Woodhaven experience, located just steps from Jamaica Avenue.
- Forest Park Carousel Partner — Historic restored carousel promoted as a family-friendly attraction near Jamaica Avenue.
- Forest Park Golf Course Partner — Scenic public golf course promoted as a nearby recreational destination accessible from Jamaica Avenue.
- MTA Government — Collaborates with MTA to provide public transit access via "J" and "Z" trains to the Woodhaven BID area.
- MTA Partner — Supported outreach efforts by promoting the MTA’s OMNY Card Van services in South Queens.
- Make Music New York Partner — Partnership in producing music-related events as part of community programming.
- NYC Sanitation Government — Collaborates on sanitation efforts and reports graffiti and illegal dumping to 311 for removal.
- NYC Small Business Services Partner — Partnered with Woodhaven BID to complete a Commercial District Needs Assessment.
- NYPD Government — Partners with the BID on community safety and outreach efforts.
- Neir’s Tavern Partner — One of New York City’s oldest continuously operating bars, highlighted as a historic landmark adjacent to Jamaica Avenue.
- Queens Library Woodhaven Branch Partner — Public library branch promoted as an iconic community institution near Jamaica Avenue.
- Senator Addabbo Partner — Collaborated on community events such as Lemon Day, where free lemonade was distributed.
- Woodhaven BID Network — Operates as a Business Improvement District focused on local economic development and community engagement.
- corresponding authorities/agencies Government — Collaborates with local government agencies to report and resolve quality of life issues in the district.
- elected officials Government — Collaborates with elected officials to represent the needs of the BID community.
strategies · 4
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.
- Commercial Corridors as Community Hubsmethodology: commercial-corridor-as-community-hubBy activating commercial streets with social programs and community events, we strengthen neighborhood cohesion and increase foot traffic because shared public experiences build social capital and transform economic zones into inclusive community spaces.
- Comprehensive District Improvement through Supplemental Servicesmethodology: community-improvement-district-modelBy delivering enhanced sanitation, security, and beautification services beyond standard municipal offerings, we create a safer, more attractive commercial environment that supports business success and economic vitality because improved public space conditions directly increase visitor engagement and business resilience.
- Local Economic Development through Cultural and Business Preservationmethodology: local-economic-development-through-diverse-retailBy promoting locally-owned, family-operated, and culturally significant businesses, we strengthen neighborhood identity and economic resilience because preserving historic and cultural continuity fosters community pride, attracts authentic visitation, and sustains long-term commercial vibrancy.
- Stakeholder-Governed District Advocacymethodology: stakeholder_governanceBy engaging property owners, tenants, and residents in governance and acting as a liaison to city agencies, we improve responsiveness to local needs because inclusive decision-making and coordinated advocacy ensure that community priorities shape service delivery and policy outcomes.