irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $659KTHE CORPORATION HAS AN ANNUAL CONFERENCE FOR ALL MEMBERS TO PROVIDE EDUCATION CONCERNING VARIOUS TOPICS RELATING TO SCHOOL FOOD SERVICE, AND ALSO HOLDS VARIOUS WORKSHOPS TO INFORM MEMBERS OF THE LATEST REGULATIONS.
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Annual Spring Conference
Redesigned educational conference bringing together school food service operators and industry partners for professional development, networking, and collaborative problem-solving through general sessions, educational breakouts, and interactive events
Campfire Chats
Interactive discussion sessions at the annual conference where school nutrition operators and industry partners share real-world solutions and success stories to address common challenges
Feed the Kids Campaign
Public awareness initiative promoting the importance of school nutrition, symbolized by red t-shirts sold to members and supporters to demonstrate commitment to feeding students
Speed Networking
Structured networking event enabling industry partners to engage directly with school food service professionals in rotating small-group conversations to exchange ideas and build relationships
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Food Policy Advocacy & Nutrition Education 3 activities
- Conducts advocacy training and legislative engagement eventsHosts a Legislative Action Conference with virtual training and in-person components, including Lobby Day in Albany, where school nutrition professionals receive training on effective legislative meetings and engage directly with legislators.
- Develops strategic planning for school nutrition servicesCreated and implements a strategic plan to guide organizational decision-making and improve service delivery to children across New York’s school nutrition system.
- Supports school nutrition initiatives through standing committeesOperates committees focused on key areas including farm to school, professional development, membership, and advocacy to advance school nutrition programs and policies in New York.
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Educator Conferences & Professional Development Events 2 activities
- Facilitates peer learning and industry collaboration through conference programmingOrganizes interactive conference sessions such as Campfire Chats and Innovative Solutions Sessions to enable informal knowledge exchange, problem-solving, and feedback between school nutrition operators and industry partners.
- Hosts annual and regional conferences for school nutrition professionalsOrganizes an annual conference in Syracuse, NY, and regional workshops and seminars that provide educational sessions, CEU opportunities, and networking for school nutrition professionals. The annual conference includes structured learning, interactive discussions, and twelve or more networking opportunities, while regional events feature food shows, exhibits, and professional development sessions.
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Professional Certification and Continuing Education 2 activities
- Provides education and training on school nutrition topicsOffers ongoing education and training opportunities for school nutrition professionals, including workshops, expert speakers, and sessions on food service operations, nutrition trends, and regulatory compliance, both at conferences and through sponsored programs.
- Provides professional development and certification programsOffers the SNA Certificate in School Nutrition, including access to free online Nutrition and Food Safety Core Courses, and administers the School Nutrition Specialist (SNS) Credentialing Program to enhance professional standards and job readiness for school nutrition professionals.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$939K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$711K76%
Investment income$216K23%
Other revenue$12K
expenses
Total expenses$874K
Program expenses76%
Admin / overhead24%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$418K
Grants paid out$3K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$2.24M
Cash$546K
Investments$1.59M
Liabilities$238K
Net assets$2.00M
Liquid reserves29.4 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +3.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JENNIFER MARTIN | CEO | 40 | $136K |
board members · 17
- ADAM SNELL — DIRECTOR
- ALEX CLEMENTS — DIRECOR
- BETH KRAUSE — DIRECTOR
- BRYAN MCCOY — PRESIDENT
- DANA BOLDT — DIRECTOR
- ERIN PHELAN — DIRECTOR
- GEOFF FASY — AT LARGE DIR
- JOE KILMER — SECRETARY/TR
- KATE DORR — DIRECTOR
- KATY HEADWELL — PRESIDENT EL
- KIM ABRAM — DIRECTOR
- KRISTIN COLARUSSO-MARTIN — DIRECTOR
- LAUREN BURR — AT LARGE DIR
- MARA PUGH — DIRECTOR
- MEGAN BATES — VICE PRESIDE
- REGAN KIENBOCK — AT LARGE DIR
- SARAH KEEN — AT LARGE DIR
relationships · 15
Who they work with
- Board of Directors Partner — Leadership body responsible for setting the vision and direction of NYSNA.
- Collegian Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Partner — Official conference hotel partner offering limited discounted group lodging rates for attendees.
- Dana Boldt Partner — Point of contact for RSVPs for the 2026 Area Workshops.
- Diverse group of members and leadership Partner — Collaborated to develop the strategic plan
- Industry Partners Partner — Collaborates with industry partners in educational sessions and networking at the annual conference.
- Industry Partners Partner — School nutrition professionals and industry partners collaborate at the annual conference.
- Industry partners Partner — Collaborates with industry partners to amplify advocacy messages during the Legislative Action Conference.
- Marriott Syracuse Downtown Partner — Official conference hotel partner offering discounted group lodging rates for attendees.
- NYSNA Network — Member organization providing advocacy and professional resources for school nutrition professionals
- NYSNA corporate members Network — Includes corporate members as vendors and partners in regional industry seminars.
- National Food Service Management Institute Partner — Collaborates to provide free online Nutrition and Food Safety Core Courses for the SNA Certificate Program.
- OnCenter & Marriott Downtown Partner — Venue partner for the 2026 Spring Conference in Syracuse, NY
- USDA Government — Aligns conference session content with USDA Professional Standards Key Areas for school nutrition training.
- direct diversion suppliers Partner — Connects school nutrition professionals with direct diversion suppliers at regional seminars to support school meal programs.
- school nutrition employees, managers, directors, registered dietitians, nutritionists, and industry members Network — Network of school nutrition professionals and industry members across New York State who are part of the association
strategies · 2
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.
- Collaborative Professional Development Drives Workforce Capacity and Program Qualitymethodology: collaborative_learningBy creating structured opportunities for shared learning and collaboration among school nutrition professionals, the organization improves individual capacity, strengthens the workforce, and raises overall program quality because peer-driven knowledge exchange and collective problem-solving lead to more effective and sustainable practices.
- Member and Stakeholder Engagement Strengthens Advocacy and Sector Innovationmethodology: human-centered designBy integrating school nutrition professionals, industry partners, and leadership in human-centered, interactive forums and governance structures, the organization fosters trust, shared ownership, and innovation because authentic, empathetic engagement across sectors leads to more responsive programming and effective policy influence.