irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $3KCHILDREN'S WORKSHOPS AND OTHER EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS
- #2 $378KBUILDING PRESERVATION, GALLERY, AND ALL OTHER OPERA HOUSE PROGRAMS
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Annual Quilt Show
Visual arts exhibition featuring community-submitted quilts with a public voting component
Arts Café Series
Indoor performance series showcasing local musical duos and small ensembles
Children's Workshops
Educational programs for youth in music, theater, and the arts
Courtyard Series
Seasonal outdoor concert series featuring local and regional musicians in an intimate courtyard setting
Statewide Community Regrants Program
Grant distribution program funding 52 not-for-profit organizations and artists in Broome, Chenango & Otsego Counties
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Artist Support Grants 1 activity
- Funding local artists and nonprofits through regrant programsFunds cultural projects by awarding grants totaling $124,500 through the 2026 Statewide Community Regrants Program to 52 nonprofit organizations and artists in Broome, Chenango, and Otsego Counties.
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Live Music Performances & Concerts 1 activity
- Hosting performing arts events and performancesHosts a diverse range of live performing arts events including concerts, theater productions, circus arts, and music ensembles such as the Opus Black contemporary string trio. Offers recurring programs like the Sherburne Music Theater Society’s seasonal performances, Open Mic Series, Youth Showcase of Singer-Songwriters, and special events like the Haunted House.
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Museum and Historical Gift Shops 1 activity
- Operating a gift shop and artisan retail programsOperates a year-round and seasonal gift shop (Artisan Gift Shop), including during special events like the Annual Holiday Sale, providing local artists a venue to exhibit and sell crafts. The shop is open Tuesday–Saturday with extended hours during events and is staffed by volunteers.
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Performing Arts Venue Rental 1 activity
- Operating a historic theater and multi-arts centerOperates a 300-seat historic theater built in 1892, maintaining its architectural and historic integrity while providing a venue for year-round cultural, educational, and historical programming in central New York. The facility includes a proscenium stage, theatrical lighting system, pianos, and accessible features such as a ramp and interior lift.
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Curated Art Exhibitions and Public Displays 1 activity
- Operating visual arts exhibitions and galleriesOperates free public art galleries (East and West Art Galleries) and hosts rotating visual art exhibitions, including an annual quilt show and support for artists in hanging exhibits. Enhances public spaces with floral arrangements and display installations.
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Music Education and Training Programs 1 activity
- Providing youth and music education programsOffers educational and interactive music experiences for children and teens, including the Instrument Petting Zoo, Ice Cream Opus events, TeensART program for musical performance engagement, and workshops that provide young people opportunities to perform on stage.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$583K
Contributions & grants$462K79%
Program service revenue$81K14%
Investment income$2K0%
Other revenue$38K
expenses
Total expenses$540K
Program expenses88%
Admin / overhead12%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$162K
Grants paid out$165K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$986K
Cash$275K
Investments$0
Liabilities$307K
Net assets$679K
Liquid reserves6.1 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -9.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| MICHELLE CONNELLY | EXECUTIVE DI | 40 | $72K |
board members · 10
- ASHLEY PROSKINE — DIRECTOR
- BRUCE WARD — PRESIDENT
- CLARA HEALY — DIRECTOR
- HEATHER ANDERSON — DIRECTOR
- HEIDI JOHNSON — DIRECTOR
- JACQUELINE BABCOCK — SECRETARY
- JENNI LARCHER — DIRECTOR
- LORI CRUMB — DIRECTOR
- NICHOLAS FRENCH — TREASURER
- ROGER BAUMAN — VICE PRESIDE
relationships · 33
Who they work with
- Ben Partner — Contact person for artists needing PDF versions of the artist agreement or inventory sheet.
- Chenango County Historical Society Partner — Ben worked as a videographer on a project with the Smithsonian’s Museum on Main Street.
- Colgate University’s Upstate Institute Partner — Michelle served as a Community Board member.
- Commerce Chenango Government — Awarded the Earlville Opera House the 2022 Non-Profit Agency of the Year Award.
- Development Committee Partner — Internal committee responsible for planning fundraisers and special events.
- Glimmerglass Partner — Partners with Glimmerglass for concert and youth artist series programming.
- Golden Artist Colors Partner — Supports EOH's Visual Arts Program as a sponsor.
- Hamilton Harvest Winery Partner — Hospitality sponsor for EOH's Visual Arts Program.
- Hamilton Initiative Partner — Roger Bauman served as the original President of the Hamilton Initiative, indicating a leadership connection between the individual and the organization, which supports community development in the region.
- Ithaca Opera Company Partner — Collaborates with Ithaca Opera Company on productions.
- Jewett's Cheese House Partner — Hospitality sponsor for EOH's Visual Arts Program.
- Joey Skaggs Partner — Artist and activist credited with saving the Earlville Opera House building on the historic Douglass Block.
- Joey Skaggs Partner — Donated the building to Earlville Opera House, Inc. after purchasing it in 1971, enabling restoration efforts.
- Merry-Go-Round Playhouse Partner — Collaborates with Merry-Go-Round Playhouse on productions.
- National Park Service Government — Designated as a National Historic Site
- Nazzitto's Wines & Liquors Partner — Hospitality sponsor for EOH's Visual Arts Program.
- New York State Council on the Arts Government — Partnered with EOH to award $124,500 through the 2026 Statewide Community Regrants Program.
- New York State Council on the Arts Partner — Collaborates with EOH to administer the Statewide Community Regrants Program, providing state-level funding for local arts grants.
- Non-Profit Connections for Chenango County Network — Michelle is a founding member.
- Pendragon Theatre Partner — Partners with Pendragon Theatre for theatrical performances.
- Sherburne Music Theater Society Partner — Ben participated in performances and won a TANYS Best Actor award in a joint production.
- Sherburne Music Theater Society Partner — Collaborates with the Sherburne Music Theater Society to present music and theater performances.
- Sherburne Music Theatre Partner — Collaborates with Sherburne Music Theatre on stage productions.
- Sherburne-Earlville Central Schools Partner — Ben volunteers as a coach for the Odyssey of the Mind Team and as a stage manager for the Drama Club.
- Smithsonian’s Museum on Main Street Partner — Collaborated with the Chenango County Historical Society on the "Spark! Places of Innovation" project, which Ben contributed to as a videographer.
- Stewart W. & Willma C. Hoyt Foundation Funder — Provides additional funding for Broome County grantees in the Statewide Community Regrants Program.
- Syracuse Opera Partner — Partners with Syracuse Opera for joint performances.
- Tasteful Temptations Partner — Hospitality sponsor for EOH's Visual Arts Program.
- The Local Culture Partner — Hospitality sponsor for EOH's Visual Arts Program.
- Theater Association of New York State Network — Ben won the Best Actor award at the 2023 TANYS Festival.
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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-Driven Arts Participation as Social and Economic Developmentmethodology: arts-for-community-buildingBy engaging people in the arts through volunteerism and inclusive programming, the organization fosters social bonds and economic development, because participation builds community ownership, strengthens local identity, and drives foot traffic that supports artists and artisans.
- Dual Mission Integration of Arts and Historic Preservationmethodology: dual_mission_modelBy combining arts programming with historic preservation, the organization sustains community engagement and ensures long-term stewardship of its building, because each mission reinforces the other—cultural activity funds and draws attention to preservation, while the historic venue enhances the artistic experience.
- Inclusive Access Through Facility and Programming Designmethodology: accessibility-inclusive programmingBy upgrading facilities and integrating accessibility into operations, the organization increases community access to the arts, because removing physical and sensory barriers enables broader participation across age groups and abilities, fulfilling its mission of inclusion.