irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2023
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $29KVISUAL ARTS PROGRAM - THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES AND MANAGES A GALLERY FOR ARTISTS TO DISPLAY THEIR WORK.
- #2 $26KARTS IN EDUCATION - THE ORGANIZATION SEEKS TO INTEGRATE ARTS INTO THE SCHOOL SYSTEM
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Arts in Education
Provides grants up to $500 for K-12 teachers to integrate arts into curricula; sponsors workshops, classes, and artist demonstrations for students and lifelong learners
Gallery Program
Hosts rotating visual art exhibitions in the Mariea Brown and Raymond Loft Galleries, including juried student shows, members' exhibits, and open calls for artists; provides marketing, reception, and sales support with a 25% commission on sales
Live Performance Series
Presents theater, dance, jazz, classical, and nostalgia performances in the 514-seat Martin W. Kappel Theater; features world-class performers and offers community access to the venue for events
Venue Rentals
Offers rental of gallery space, arts classroom, conference room, and the Martin W. Kappel Theater for community events, performances, conferences, and private functions
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Performing Arts Venue Rental 2 activities
- Manages and rents event and program spacesOperates and rents out four principal spaces: a gallery, an arts classroom, an executive conference room, and a 515-seat two-level auditorium at the Martin W. Kappel Theater. Makes facilities available for community use including TED talks, conferences, classes, stage productions, and special events, with competitive rates and availability managed via phone and email.
- Organizes and presents live performances and cultural eventsProvides regular live performances in Chenango County featuring dance, theater, jazz, classical, and nostalgia genres at the Martin W. Kappel Theater. Hosts concerts, theatre performances, business seminars, weddings, and other special events, serving both local and regional audiences.
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Teacher & Classroom Innovation Grants 1 activity
- Funds classroom arts integration through teacher grantsAwards grants of up to $500 to K-12 teachers in Chenango County to support the integration of arts into classroom curricula.
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Curated Art Exhibitions and Public Displays 1 activity
- Hosts art exhibitions and manages gallery programsOperates professional exhibition spaces including the Mariea Brown and Raymond Loft Galleries, hosting annual curated exhibitions such as the Members' Exhibit, Best of Show, Artistic Discovery student competition, and juried Student Art Show. Provides free public access to gallery openings, promotes exhibitions through online and print channels, and manages sales transactions with a 25% commission on artwork sold. Accepts and reviews artist proposals year-round and hosts two-week solo exhibitions with opening receptions.
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Performing Arts Ticket Access Programs 1 activity
- Offers membership benefits and community engagementProvides individual and organizational memberships with benefits including discounts on tickets, artwork, and classes; event invitations; listing in the annual Performance Series Program Book; and for business and non-profit members, additional perks such as advertising discounts, website links, and free conference room use. Offers free performance tickets at certain giving levels.
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Community Art Education Workshops 1 activity
- Provides arts education workshops and classesOffers a range of art instruction workshops throughout the year, including Pottery & Ceramics, taught by professional teaching artists and artist-members. Maintains a directory of workshops, classes, and artist demonstrations, and supports online and in-person enrollment and payment.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$193K
Contributions & grants$104K54%
Program service revenue$16K8%
Investment income$41K21%
Other revenue$32K
expenses
Total expenses$214K
Program expenses61%
Admin / overhead36%
Fundraising4%
Salaries & benefits$81K
Grants paid out$7K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.57M
Cash$21K
Investments$401K
Liabilities$286K
Net assets$1.29M
Liquid reserves23.7 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue +26.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALECIA ONEILL | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $39K |
board members · 14
- ALYSSA CHAWGO — DIRECTOR
- DENISE REPPERT — PRESIDENT
- ELAINE GENUTE — DIRECTOR
- GREG LAMONICA — DIRECTOR
- JIM BALDWIN — DIRECTOR
- JONI EATON — DIRECTOR
- JOSEPH SKUNDRICH — DIRECTOR
- LISA FEIGENBAUM — DIRECTOR
- MARY EL EMERSON — DIRECTOR
- MEGAN MCKOWN — VICE PRESIDENT
- ROY FULLER — TREASURER
- SARAH GREEN — SECRETARY
- VIRGINIA LEE — DIRECTOR
- WHITNEY MCCRACKEN — DIRECTOR
relationships · 6
Who they work with
- Chenango Arts Council Partner — Hosts and manages gallery exhibitions, marketing, sales, and receptions for artists.
- Chenango Arts Council Partner — Primary contact and operational hub for the organization's outreach and programs
- Education Commission of the States Partner — Collaborates on educational content related to arts integration and federal policy.
- Martin W. Kappel Theater Partner — Operates and manages performances and events at the Martin W. Kappel Theater as a central venue for arts programming.
- NBT Bank Funder — Provides financial support that enables CAC performances, exhibits, workshops, and events.
- Zefferation Partner — Uses Zefferation's ticketing platform for membership and event registration.
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.
- Art as a Connectormethodology: art-for-connectionBy using art as a medium for communication and expression, the organization fosters connection among individuals and communities, because shared artistic experiences build empathy, dialogue, and social cohesion.
- Arts Integration in Educationmethodology: arts-integration-grantmakingBy providing small grants directly to K-12 teachers and aligning programming with federal education policy, the organization embeds arts into schools to support student success and community enrichment, because policy-aligned, teacher-empowered arts integration increases sustainability and impact in education.
- Inclusive Artist Access and Representationmethodology: inclusive_artist_representationBy using open portfolio submissions and intentionally showcasing artists of all mediums and experience levels, the organization broadens community access to diverse artwork, because inclusive selection and representation strengthen local artistic ecosystems and community connection.