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Greater Patchogue Chamber of Commerce In
Patchogue, NY · EIN 113501994 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE S41 · Community Improvement · Small ($100K-$1M) · patchogue.com
revenue
$103K
expenses
$84K
net assets
$31K
employees
2
volunteers
50
program ratio
93%
mission · from form 990

The purposes of the Greater Patchogue Chamber of Commerce are to foster trade and commerce in the interest of those having a common trade, business, financial or professional interest; to provide accurate and reliable information as to the standing of merchants and other matters; to settle and adjust differences between its members and others; and to do other acts that will benefit the greater good of the community. (i.e. Sponsor, manage, and operate programs and events that are mutually beneficial to the community and its merchants)

profile · synthesized from sources

Business membership organization serving merchants and professionals in Patchogue, New York. Promotes local commerce through networking events, marketing support, and community festivals. Organizes initiatives to support economic development, arts, and beautification in the downtown area.

named programs · 9 · from sources

What they call their work

Alive After 5
Monthly evening event series featuring live music and promotions to attract visitors to downtown Patchogue businesses
Alive on the River
Summer waterfront event with live music and festivities at riverfront restaurants and bars
Christmas in July Fundraiser
Summer fundraising event with live music and raffles to support chamber initiatives
Circus on Main
Family-friendly downtown event featuring circus performers and local entertainment
Fall Festival
Annual community festival celebrating local culture, food, and businesses in Patchogue
It’s A Wonderful Life
Annual holiday-themed community event
Midnight on Main
New Year's Eve celebration with live entertainment and activities on Main Street
Power in Heels
Event celebrating women in business with networking and professional development opportunities
Pride Parade
Annual event supporting LGBTQ+ visibility and inclusion in the business community
activities · 10 groups

What they do

  • Fundraising for Community and Charitable Initiatives 1 activity
    • Conducts fundraising campaigns and events for community benefit
      Organizes charitable fundraising initiatives such as the Patchogue Polar Plunge, which has raised over $15,000 for local nonprofits, and other strategic campaigns to support Chamber operations and community programs.
  • Regional Arts Advocacy & Promotion 1 activity
    • Develops and supports arts and cultural programming
      Initiates and promotes programs that highlight local artists, performers, and cultural institutions, including integration within larger events like Alive After Five and other community celebrations.
  • Organizational Newsletter Production and Distribution 1 activity
    • Distributes informational resources and communications to members and the public
      Sends a monthly email newsletter to members and provides access to a list of essential local contact information including public services, schools, utilities, and government offices to enhance community connectivity.
  • Community Capacity Building & Leadership Networks 1 activity
    • Fosters disaster preparedness and inter-organizational coordination
      Developed the Community Organization Active in Disaster (COAD) and creates frameworks for nonprofit collaboration during emergencies to coordinate resources and prevent service duplication.
  • Public Space Beautification and Maintenance 1 activity
    • Leads beautification, restoration, and infrastructure improvement projects
      Installs memorial benches, archways, and seasonal decorations; renovated Shorefront Park Playground; restored Historic Lakeview Cemetery; and undertakes other physical improvements to enhance public spaces in the Patchogue area.
  • Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
    • Organizes community events to promote local businesses and cultural engagement
      Plans and hosts recurring public events such as Alive After Five, Alive on the River, Fall Festival, Circus on Main, Midnight on Main, and Christmas in July Fundraiser, drawing thousands of attendees annually to support economic vitality and community engagement in Greater Patchogue.
  • Nonprofit Investigative & Community Journalism 1 activity
    • Produces community news and historical content to foster engagement
      Creates and shares stories highlighting local history, people, and events through community news content to strengthen civic pride and awareness in Patchogue.
  • Local High School Scholarship Programs 1 activity
    • Provides scholarship aid to local students
      Offers financial assistance to high school students in the community as part of its commitment to education and youth development.
  • Nonprofit Capacity Building Services 1 activity
    • Strengthens nonprofit sector capacity through collaboration and visibility
      Acts as an umbrella organization enabling smaller volunteer groups to access grant funding and supports local nonprofits by facilitating partnerships, organizing workshops, and increasing public awareness of their services.
  • Business Member Promotion Services 1 activity
    • Supports local businesses through networking, promotion, and visibility initiatives
      Hosts monthly networking and general meetings for members, conducts ribbon-cutting ceremonies, issues press releases for new businesses, maintains a digital presence via social media and website updates, and produces an annual business directory to connect residents and visitors with local services.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$103K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$103K100%
Investment income$20%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$84K
Program expenses93%
Admin / overhead4%
Fundraising3%
Salaries & benefits$28K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$80K
Cash$80K
Investments$0
Liabilities$50K
Net assets$31K
Liquid reserves11.5 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -72.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 4
  • Michael Cirigliano — Vice President
  • Sarah Samson — Secretary
  • Silvana Aloisio — Executive Dir.
  • Stephen King — Vice President
relationships · 20

Who they work with

  • Alive After Five Partner — Co-organizes and promotes the Alive After Five festival series as part of downtown community engagement efforts.
  • Amazing Olive Partner — Business led by Steve Munoz, 3rd Vice President and organizer of the “It’s A Wonderful Life” event.
  • Blue Point Brewing Co. Partner — Host venue for the Chamber's Christmas in July Fundraiser event.
  • Brookhaven Coalition of Chambers Coalition — Member organization participating in regional small business networking events
  • Cirigliano Agency Partner — Business led by Mike Cirigliano, 2nd Vice President and chair of Circus on Main and Midnight on Main events.
  • Dranitzke, Lechtrecker, Trabold & Johnson, Attys Partner — Law firm where Harold Trabold, Chamber Parliamentarian, is affiliated.
  • Fire Island National Seashore National Park Service Partner — Includes contact information for Fire Island National Seashore National Park Service in its local resource list.
  • Greater Patchogue Chamber of Commerce Network — Hosts and supports the Greater Patchogue Community Organization Active in Disaster (COAD) as part of its community initiatives.
  • Greater Patchogue Chamber of Commerce Network — Member organization representing local businesses in the Patchogue area.
  • Greater Patchogue Chamber of Commerce Network — Presented as the organizing body of the Alive After Five festival.
  • Greater Patchogue Chamber of Commerce Network — Shares branding and contact information, indicating a close organizational relationship.
  • Greater Patchogue Chamber of Commerce Network — Wit and Wisdom News is produced by the Greater Patchogue Chamber of Commerce as a community outreach initiative.
  • Greater Patchogue Chamber of Commerce, Inc. Network — Member organization participating in chamber-led events and committees.
  • Long Island Community Hospital Partner — Includes contact information for Long Island Community Hospital in its local resource list.
  • Patch Print Ship & More Partner — Business led by James Diele-Stein, 1st Vice President and active member of multiple committees including Festival and Non-Profit Committees.
  • Patchogue-Medford Library Partner — Includes contact information for the Patchogue-Medford Library in its local resource list.
  • Patchogue-Medford School District Partner — Includes contact information for the Patchogue-Medford School District and its schools in its local resource list.
  • Realty Connected USA Partner — Business led by Stephen King, President of the Chamber.
  • St. Joseph’s University, New York Partner — Includes contact information for St. Joseph’s University, New York in its local resource list.
  • Suffolk County Government Government — Includes contact information for multiple Suffolk County departments and offices in its local resource list.
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 Partnerships and Collective Action
    methodology: community-partnership
    By building partnerships with business and community leaders and leveraging volunteer and pre-disaster coordination networks, the Chamber strengthens collective capacity for development and crisis response because trust and collaboration enable faster, more effective action.
  • Downtown Activation Through Community Festivals
    methodology: downtown_activation_through_public_festivals
    By hosting recurring public festivals in downtown Patchogue, the Chamber increases foot traffic and evening commerce, because shared cultural experiences draw residents and visitors to explore, shop, and dine locally.
  • Member-Driven Economic Development
    methodology: member-driven_community_development
    By empowering member businesses through tailored services, advocacy, and collaborative governance, the Chamber stimulates local economic activity and social growth because engaged business owners collectively shape resilient, vibrant communities.