named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Monument Preservation
Undertakes research, restoration, and educational efforts to preserve and interpret historic monuments in Washington Park, including the Moses Fountain, Robert Burns Statue, and Henry Johnson Memorial.
Tree and Landscape Stewardship
Conducts annual tree planting and inventory efforts in partnership with the city forester to maintain and enhance the park’s urban forest and landscape diversity.
Washington Park Farmers’ Market Support
Engages in and supports community events such as the Washington Park Farmers’ Market, fostering public use and connection to the park.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Urban Park and Public Space Conservation 2 activities
- Conducts research to support historic landscape preservation and park planningProduces studies, master plans, and management proposals for Washington Park, including a historic landscape preservation plan, vegetation management for the King Fountain and Croquet Lawn, and a reuse study for the Lakehouse to enhance community value. Also developed a landscape recommendations and master plan for Washington Park Lake.
- Restores and maintains Washington Park infrastructure and landscapesUndertakes ongoing restoration and maintenance projects in Washington Park in collaboration with the City of Albany, including repairs around the King Fountain with historically appropriate lighting, tree and shrub plantings, and general park upkeep. Also maintains Washington Park Lake, which spans over 5 acres with a 7/10-mile shoreline and depths up to 11 feet.
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Historic Preservation Support Grants 1 activity
- Funds restoration of historic park monumentsFunds the restoration of significant historic features in Washington Park, including the Soldiers and Sailors’ Monument, which was rededicated in 2012.
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Community Stewardship Volunteer Programs 1 activity
- Leads educational and volunteer engagement programs in the parkOrganizes volunteer cleanup days, tree plantings, bird-walks, and historical walks to engage the public in park stewardship and education. These programs are conducted in collaboration with city officials and community volunteers.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Plans and hosts public events and community gatherings in Washington ParkOrganizes and promotes a curated schedule of events including the annual Tulip Dig & Sale, the Tulip Festival, summer theater performances by Park Playhouse, and the September Splendor cocktail party and silent auction. Develops event programming in collaboration with city, neighborhood, and community partners for the park’s annual season.
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Horticultural Education and Community Gardening 1 activity
- Provides horticultural education and coordinates Master GardenersOffers horticulture education and has coordinated Master Gardeners through Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County for over a decade, contributing to community capacity in park and landscape stewardship.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$60K
Contributions & grants$17K28%
Program service revenue$39K65%
Investment income$4K7%
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expenses
Total expenses$57K
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Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
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balance sheet
Total assets$396K
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Net assets$396K
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -25.2%
relationships · 25
Who they work with
- Albany Rural Cemetery Partner — Board member of the Conservancy also serves as a trustee of Albany Rural Cemetery.
- Bender Family Foundation Funder — Provided grant funding for the King Fountain lighting project.
- City Government — Collaborates with the Conservancy on park improvement projects, including the King Fountain lighting and new playground planning.
- City Department of General Services Partner — Collaborates with the City Department of General Services to organize larger volunteer projects in the park for community groups and businesses.
- City Forester Government — Jay Lavigne, City Forester, serves as an ex-officio board member.
- City of Albany Government — Collaborates with the Conservancy on the restoration and maintenance of Washington Park.
- City of Albany Partner — Co-presents the Tulip Dig & Sale event with the Washington Park Conservancy.
- City of Albany Partner — Collaborates with city partners to develop and promote events in Washington Park.
- City of Albany Partner — Collaborates with the city forester on tree planting and landscape maintenance in Washington Park.
- City of Albany Partner — Collaborates with the city to develop and promote events in Washington Park.
- City of Albany Department of Water and Water Supply Partner — Partners with the City of Albany Department of Water and Water Supply for fish stocking in Washington Park Lake.
- Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County Partner — Former affiliation where a Conservancy advisor trained and coordinated Master Gardeners.
- Department of General Services Government — Sergio Panunzio, Commissioner of the Department of General Services, serves as an ex-officio board member.
- Department of General Services Partner — Co-presents the Tulip Dig & Sale event with the Washington Park Conservancy.
- Department of Recreation Government — Jonathan Jones, Commissioner of the Department of Recreation, serves as an ex-officio board member.
- Grand Army of the Republic Government — Erected the Soldiers and Sailors’ Monument as a monument to Civil War veterans.
- Historic Albany Foundation Partner — Multiple Conservancy board members have served on the board of Historic Albany Foundation, indicating an organizational affiliation.
- Hudson Park Neighborhood Association Partner — Board President Jeff Crumpton is Vice President of the Hudson Park Neighborhood Association, linking the Conservancy to organized neighborhood advocacy.
- NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation Government — Multiple advisors have held leadership roles in this agency and collaborate on historic preservation and park management.
- Park Playhouse Partner — Collaborates to present summer theater performances in Washington Park.
- Parks & Trails New York Partner — Board member Dylan Carey serves as Director of Policy and Planning at Parks & Trails New York, indicating a professional affiliation and potential collaboration.
- Parks Division Supervisor Government — Jessica Morgan, Parks Division Supervisor, serves as an ex-officio board member.
- Saint Andrew’s Society of Albany Partner — Funded conservation of the Robert Burns Statue in 1978.
- Sarah Read Partner — Chair of the Playground Committee involved in planning the new playground
- Sons of the American Revolution Partner — Placed the Marinus Willett Memorial at its original location in 1907.
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 Stewardship Modelmethodology: community-engaged planningBy involving residents in planning, events, and maintenance, the Conservancy strengthens park vitality and sustainability, because shared ownership and local knowledge increase community investment, usage, and long-term advocacy.
- Olmstedian Design as Public Health Frameworkmethodology: olmstedian_designBy maintaining the park according to Olmstedian principles of naturalistic design and universal access, the Conservancy promotes community well-being, because access to aesthetically restorative, freely accessible green space improves public health and social cohesion.
- Research-Informed Conservationmethodology: research-informed conservationBy integrating scientific research on park ecology and history into preservation practices, the Conservancy enhances long-term stewardship and public interpretation, because evidence-based decision-making leads to more effective and culturally resonant conservation outcomes.