named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
ARTISANworks Events
Hosts public events including workshops, tastings, live music, and themed markets to engage the community
ARTISANworks Gallery
Public art gallery open Friday–Sunday featuring rotating immersive exhibits and regional artists
Art Incubator Program
Supports regional artists through exhibition opportunities and creative development
Lease-to-Own Art Program
Enables patrons to lease original artwork with option to purchase, supporting artists and art access
Weekly Thrift Sale
Weekly sale of collectibles, antiques, furniture, and artwork, with proceeds supporting operations
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Host public and private events including live music, tastings, markets, and themed socialsProduces a diverse calendar of public events such as the Indie ROC Revel 2026 music festival, non-alcoholic beverage tastings with 12 samples and commemorative glasses, ice cream socials for families, the Mystic Market featuring mystical vendors and psychic readings, and performances like "Feel the Love: A Rock and Roll Story" that blend poetry, song, and personal narrative.
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Discount Retail for Reuse 1 activity
- Host weekly thrift sale featuring rotating inventory of collectibles and artworkRuns a weekly thrift sale every Sunday from 12pm to 4pm offering new additions each week of furniture, artwork, antiques, and collectibles drawn from a collection of approximately 500,000 items.
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Community Art Education Workshops 1 activity
- Host workshops and hands-on creative classesOffers DIY makeup classes where participants create their own eyeshadow and cosmetics from provided materials, enabling experiential engagement with artistic processes.
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Educational Field Trips and Experiential Outings 1 activity
- Offer educational group tours and programming for schools and adult groupsProvides guided tours for K-12 school groups and summer camps, as well as guided and self-guided tours for college and adult groups. Offers paid add-ons such as lunch and scavenger hunts for group visits.
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Event Venue Rental Services 1 activity
- Operate multi-purpose event venues for weddings, corporate events, and private gatheringsManages a 40,000-square-foot historical renovated factory building in Rochester, NY, featuring multiple themed event spaces including Vertigo Heights and a 'Casablanca'-themed venue. Spaces accommodate between 12 and 350 guests with customizable seating for dining or theater setups, hosting events such as weddings, proms, bar/bat mitzvahs, corporate parties, and fundraisers.
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Art and Antique Research, Curation, and Sales 1 activity
- Provide art rental, sales, and consulting services for homes and officesOffers access to thousands of paintings and sculptures available for rental or purchase, including a lease-to-own program that applies rental fees toward purchase. Provides on-site consulting to help clients select appropriate artwork and supplies staged and themed event décor using curated pieces.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Produce and exhibit multidimensional contemporary artCreates original artwork combining acrylic painting with mixed media, digital photography, graphic design, and digital elements. Produces "The POP Collection," which integrates traditional painting with digital design, and develops pieces that explore socio-political themes in natural environments through visual and textual layers.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.71M
Contributions & grants$1.29M76%
Program service revenue$390K23%
Investment income$4190%
Other revenue$24K
expenses
Total expenses$477K
Program expenses83%
Admin / overhead14%
Fundraising3%
Salaries & benefits$130K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$14.46M
Cash$143K
Investments$13.66M
Liabilities$760K
Net assets$13.70M
Liquid reserves347.4 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +44.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 3
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| ROBERT COLOMBO | CFO | 10 | $34K |
| KIMBERLY TRENHOLM | CO-PRESIDENT/CEO & COO | 20 | $10K |
| LOUIS PERTICONE | CO-PRESIDENT/CEO | 20 | $8K |
board members · 4
- ARTHUR IENTILUCCI — DIRECTOR
- JAMES BENJAMIN — SECRETARY
- LAWRENCE SHAW — DIRECTOR
- THOMAS PLUCKNETTE — TREASURER
relationships · 13
Who they work with
- AltBar Partner — Hosts a non-alcoholic beverage tasting event at ARTISANworks.
- Bisaillon Brothers Partner — Collaborative artistic partnership between Jeffrey and Michael Bisaillon featured by ARTISANworks.
- Elaine Defibaugh Partner — Featured artist whose environmentally themed, multidimensional artwork is promoted by ARTISANworks.
- Elizabeth Regional Gallery Partner — Collaborates with the Elizabeth Regional Gallery to expand guest capacity by pairing event spaces.
- Filipinta Beauty Partner — Leads a DIY makeup workshop at ARTISANworks.
- Madeline’s Catering Partner — Provides food and drinks for purchase at the Mystic Market event at ARTISANworks.
- Mendon Golf Club Partner — Co-hosts the second day of the Louis J. Perticone Charity Golf Classic with ARTISANworks.
- Monroe County Arts Grant Government — Provides grant funding that supports ARTISANworks operations.
- Monroe County Arts Grant Government — Receives funding support from the Monroe County Arts Grant.
- Netsin’s Ice Cream Truck Partner — Collaborates on an ice cream social event hosted at ARTISANworks.
- Not specified Partner — Collaborates with wedding and event vendors to provide catering, decoration, and technical support services.
- Phu Concepts Partner — Website design and development partner for ARTISANworks.
- Wicked Reserve Dispensary Partner — Presents the Indie ROC Revel 2026 music and vendor event at ARTISANworks.
strategies · 5
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 Medium for Idea Exchange and Community Engagementmethodology: art-for-ideasBy using art to spark dialogue and participation, the organization fosters community connection and supports artists, because shared creative experiences build social cohesion and broaden access to cultural expression.
- Immersive Themed Experiences to Enhance Event Engagementmethodology: themed-event-experienceBy designing event spaces with strong thematic and sensory elements (e.g., Casablanca, Bourbon Street, brewing nostalgia), the organization creates memorable experiences that attract diverse audiences, because environmental storytelling deepens emotional connection and encourages repeat attendance.
- Integration of Science, Technology, and Art for Contemporary Creative Practicemethodology: technology-integrated art-makingBy merging digital technologies and scientific perspectives with traditional art-making, the organization enables innovative artistic exploration, because interdisciplinary approaches expand expressive possibilities and reflect modern cultural contexts.
- Lease-to-Own Model to Increase Art Accessibility and Client Investmentmethodology: lease-to-ownBy allowing clients to lease artwork before purchasing, the organization increases confidence in acquisition and financial flexibility, because trial periods reduce perceived risk and promote long-term engagement with art.
- Rotating Community Markets to Drive Recurring Engagementmethodology: rotating retail modelBy operating weekly thrift sales with rotating inventory, the organization sustains public interest and community access to affordable goods, because novelty and consistency together encourage habitual visitation and broader participation.