irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $491KThe organization's program service accomplishments relate to its mission dedicated to restoring, preserving, interpreting, and promoting Graycliff, the Frank Lloyd Wright designed summer estate for Isabelle and Darwin Martin, as a publicly accessible landmark property.
named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
Extended Tour
In-depth guided experience including access to the second floor of the main house and Foster apartment, requiring stair navigation
Graycliff for Kids Tour
Family-friendly tour experience designed for younger audiences
Market at Graycliff
Special event featuring vendors and self-guided access to the grounds, open to all ages
Martin House / Graycliff Experience
Joint tour program with Frank Lloyd Wright’s Martin House, offering a combined visit to both historic sites
Open House Tour
Self-guided tour offered on select dates, including during special events like The Market at Graycliff
Standard Tour
Guided tour of the Graycliff estate covering key areas of the main house and grounds, suitable for ages 5 and up
Winter Tour
Seasonally adjusted tour offered December through March on weekends, adapted to weather and site conditions
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Museum Volunteer Engagement & Operations Support 2 activities
- Docent training and capacity buildingOffers an annual docent training program to prepare volunteers to lead interpretive tours of the historic site, ensuring knowledgeable and consistent public engagement.
- Volunteer and community engagement in site operationsEngages volunteers in landscape maintenance, interior housekeeping, guest greeting, Museum Store support, and docent-led tours. Offers volunteer-driven operational support across all public-facing functions of the site.
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Nonprofit Internship Programs 1 activity
- Internship program for studentsRuns an internship program for college and graduate students in fields such as art and architectural history, horticulture, nonprofit administration, marketing, and communications, providing hands-on experience in historic site management.
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Membership Program Administration 1 activity
- Membership and gift programsOffers tiered membership levels with benefits including free admission, event and retail discounts, reciprocal access to other museums, and private tour opportunities. Provides gift memberships and private tour certificates as donor options.
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Guided Historic Site Tours 1 activity
- Public operation and interpretation of the Graycliff historic siteOperates Graycliff as a publicly accessible historic site with year-round guided tours (Standard, Extended, Winter, Master Architectural, Home & Garden, Wright Rocks!, Standard Plus, and Private Tours), welcoming approximately 16,000 visitors annually. Offers docent-led interpretation of the house, grounds, and architectural significance, supported by a trained docent program and virtual garden experience.
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Historic Building Restoration and Preservation 1 activity
- Restoration and preservation of the Graycliff historic siteAcquires, restores, and preserves the Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Graycliff estate, including structural repairs, exterior and interior restoration to 1931 condition, landscape rehabilitation, and removal of non-original structures. The organization has secured over $9 million in public and private funding for these efforts, including $3.7 million from the State of New York.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Operation of visitor facilities and amenitiesManages a Visitor Center opened to mark the centennial of Frank Lloyd Wright’s 1926 design, with construction of a new state-of-the-art facility planned from October 2024 through March 2026. Operates a museum store open to the public without requiring a tour, a seasonal grab-and-go cafe, and reciprocal access programs for members.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$4.84M
Contributions & grants$4.54M94%
Program service revenue$226K5%
Investment income$8K0%
Other revenue$59K
expenses
Total expenses$1.47M
Program expenses74%
Admin / overhead19%
Fundraising7%
Salaries & benefits$407K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$10.13M
Cash$244K
Investments$0
Liabilities$2.41M
Net assets$7.72M
Liquid reserves2.0 mo
6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue +251.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANNA KAPLAN | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $100K |
board members · 17
- AVA HAILAND — DIRECTOR
- BRITTANY SAINZ — DIRECTOR
- CHARLES LEFEVRE — PRESIDENT
- CHRISTOPHER MANNING — DIRECTOR
- CONSTANCE MCMILLAN — DIRECTOR
- CYNTHIA SILVERSTEIN — DIRECTOR
- DAVID MIKULSKI — TREASURER
- EMILY PFALZER — DIRECTOR
- JAY KELLY — DIRECTOR
- JOHN SOZANSKI — DIRECTOR
- LAUREN LEWIS — SECRETARY
- LISA LATROVATO — VICE PRESIDENT
- MARGARET STEHLIK — DIRECTOR
- PATRICK MURPHY — DIRECTOR
- REX MCKEON — DIRECTOR
- ROBERT BILTEKOFF — DIRECTOR
- SCOTT PERKINS — DIRECTOR
relationships · 91
Who they work with
- American Horticultural Society Network — Participates in the AHS Reciprocal Garden Network, offering member access to gardens and arboretums nationwide.
- American Horticultural Society Garden Reciprocal Network Network — Member of reciprocal program offering free or reduced admission to members.
- American Horticultural Society Reciprocal Garden Network Network — Member of national garden network offering reciprocal access to botanical gardens
- Art, Design, & Architecture Museum Partner — Participates in reciprocal membership program with Graycliff
- Arts Access Program Partner — Participates in the program to offer free or reduced admission to qualifying guests.
- Audrey and Lawrence Silverstein Foundation Partner — Additional supporter of the 2026 Market at Graycliff
- Balbach Family Foundation Funder — Supported the restoration of historic gardens and grounds.
- Bayer Landscape Architecture Partner — Landscape Architect for the Visitor Center project.
- Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens Partner — Participates in reciprocal membership program with Graycliff
- Buffalo AKG Art Museum Partner — Participates in reciprocal membership program with Graycliff
- Buffalo Museum of Science Network — Participates in reciprocal membership program offering discounted tickets for joint members.
- Buffalo Spree Partner — Provides media support for the 2026 Market at Graycliff
- Buffalo and Erie County Public Library Partner — Partner organization participating via Bookmobile at the 2026 Market at Graycliff
- CPL Architecture Partner — Civil engineering firm for the Visitor Center project.
- Canadian Centre for Architecture Partner — Participates in reciprocal membership program with Graycliff
- Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo Funder — Provided funding for multiple phases of restoration, including the Martin House north terrace and historic gardens and grounds.
- Delaware North Partner — Additional supporter and sponsor of Buffalo Sports Night at the 2026 Market at Graycliff
- East Hill Foundation Funder — Provided private funding for the Visitor Center project.
- Empire State Development Government — Administered $3.7 million in state funding through the Buffalo Billion initiative for the completion of the Graycliff restoration.
- Empire State Development Government — Provided funding support for the Visitor Center project.
- Empire State Museum Reciprocal Program (ESMRP) Network — Member of reciprocal program offering free or reduced admission to members.
- Empire State Museums Reciprocal Program Network — Member of reciprocal museum network offering access to cultural institutions across New York State
- Empire State Museums Reciprocal Program Network — Participates in reciprocal program offering access to museums and galleries across New York State.
- Erie County Government — Provided funding for Graycliff's restoration
- Erie County Government — Provided funding support for the Visitor Center project.
- Erie County Government — Provided support for the acquisition of the Caretaker’s Cottage at the Graycliff site.
- Fallingwater Partner — Participates in reciprocal membership program with Graycliff
- FeedMore of WNY Partner — Partner organization participating as a vendor at the 2026 Market at Graycliff
- Frank Lloyd Wright National Reciprocal Sites Membership Program Network — Member of national network of Frank Lloyd Wright sites offering reciprocal visitation rights
- Frank Lloyd Wright National Reciprocal Sites Membership Program Network — Provides reciprocal access to over 30 public Frank Lloyd Wright sites across the United States.
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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.
- Grassroots Preservation Modelmethodology: grassroots_preservationBy acquiring and restoring Frank Lloyd Wright-designed properties through community-driven initiative, the organization ensures long-term public access and cultural continuity because local ownership and mission-driven action enable preservation that institutional actors may overlook or deprioritize.
- Immersive Interpretation of Organic Architecturemethodology: organic_architectureBy integrating architecture, landscape, and guided storytelling through docent-led tours and multisensory experiences, the organization conveys the emotional and historical significance of Frank Lloyd Wright’s work because experiential immersion deepens public understanding and engagement with organic architecture.
- Reciprocal Membership Network for Cultural Accessmethodology: reciprocal_membershipBy offering tiered memberships with reciprocal benefits across a network of cultural institutions, the organization increases member engagement and financial support because expanded access raises perceived value and incentivizes sustained participation.