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TUPPER ARTS INC
TUPPER LAKE, NY · EIN 824186197 · Form 990 · FY2022 · NTEE A20 · Arts, Culture & Humanities · Small ($100K-$1M) · tupperarts.org
revenue
$399K
expenses
$247K
net assets
$490K
employees
1
program ratio
45%
mission · from form 990

FOSTERING THE ARTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE GENERAL PUBLIC THROUGH ART SHOWS, CLASSES AND EVENTS.

profile · synthesized from sources

TUPPER ARTS INC is a nonprofit arts organization based in Tupper Lake, NY, dedicated to fostering the arts through public events, performances, and educational programs. It hosts free summer concert series for adults and children, offers youth art and music classes, and manages a gallery space for local artists. The organization is also restoring the historic Adirondack State Theater to expand its performing arts capacity.

named programs · 8 · from sources

What they call their work

Caro’s Comet
Original musical production based on the life of astronomer Caroline Herschel, produced by Tupper Arts with local performers.
Grotto
Youth music program dedicated to building confidence and musical skills in a supportive environment.
Jane Gillis Art Camp
Summer art program for high school age artists offering classes in 2D art, jewelry, and sculpture.
Little Loggers
Free weekly Friday morning performances for children and families at Flanders Park Bandshell, including magic, comedy, and bubble shows.
S.T.E.A.M & CRAFTS
Youth class integrating Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through creative experimentation; offered free during the school term.
Summer Sunset Series
Free weekly evening concerts at Flanders Park Bandshell featuring local and touring musical acts across genres such as jazz, folk, and tribute bands.
Tai Chi with Josy D
Weekly tai chi classes open to all ages and skill levels, hosted at the Tupper Arts venue.
Yoga with Eric
Weekly yoga flow classes for all levels, hosted at the Tupper Arts venue.
activities · 13 groups

What they do

  • Film Festival and Screening Programming 1 activity
    • Curating and presenting film screenings and commentary
      Programmed and guest-hosted a 20-film TCM spotlight on B movies in 2023, provides audio commentary for Blu-ray releases, and regularly presents 35mm screenings of B movies and rare films at cultural venues nationwide.
  • Community Art Education Workshops 1 activity
    • Delivering youth and community STEAM/arts education programs
      Offers weekly STEAM-focused children's classes during the school term, free summer art classes in 2D art, jewelry, and sculpture, and free S.T.E.A.M & Crafts classes for youth, alongside the Jane Gillis Art Camp for high school-age artists to develop their skills.
  • Historic Theater and Arts Venue Preservation 1 activity
    • Developing and renovating performing arts infrastructure
      Completed renovations and constructed a new facade at 106 Park St. in 2022 using donor funds and a state grant, and purchased the historic Adirondack State Theater for renovation into a multi-use performing arts and film venue.
  • Summer Camp Access Scholarships 1 activity
    • Funding children's performance series
      Funds the 2026 Little Loggers performance series, a free weekly program for children and families featuring interactive shows such as magic, acrobatics, and bubble performances.
  • Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
    • Hosting the Tupper Lake Plein Air Festival
      Organizes an annual multi-day plein air painting event with open registration, manages artwork sales retaining a 30% commission, and awards $2,250 in cash prizes including first, second, third, people’s choice, and artist’s choice categories.
  • Curated Art Exhibitions and Public Displays 1 activity
    • Organizing public art exhibitions and gallery programming
      Hosts rotating art exhibitions featuring individual and group shows by local and emerging artists, operates a year-round gallery space and gift shop showcasing multiple artists, and sponsors the Annual Tupper Lake Art Show as a long-standing community event.
  • Live Music Performances & Concerts 1 activity
    • Performing live music across multiple genres and venues
      Performs as a premier Grateful Dead cover band and an Americana roots band with repertoire spanning blues, swing, folk, jazz, and acoustic roots music, touring extensively in the Northeast and performing at folk festivals, jazz clubs, and intimate venues.
  • Free Outdoor & Community Theater Productions 1 activity
    • Presenting family-friendly performing arts programs
      Hosts free weekly Little Loggers children's shows every Friday during July and August, and presents recurring family-friendly performances in Flanders Park featuring magic, acrobatics, and interactive bubble shows.
  • Free Outdoor Music Concerts 1 activity
    • Producing free public concert series and live music performances
      Hosts the Summer Sunset Series and Summer Sunset Stage Concert series, offering free live music performances twice weekly at Flanders Park bandshell during summer months, featuring local and regional artists across genres including Americana, roots, jazz, and cover bands.
  • Tai Chi and Mind-Body Wellness Instruction 1 activity
    • Providing weekly yoga and Tai Chi classes
      Offers recurring weekly yoga classes for all levels, including a 45-minute all-levels session focused on breath-connected movement, and weekly Tai Chi classes open to all ages and skill levels.
  • Original Music-Theater and Opera Production 1 activity
    • Staging original musical productions and theatrical performances
      Produces and presents original musicals such as "Caro's Comet: The Celestial Cinderella!" featuring local performers and directors, and submitted the work to national competitions, achieving semifinalist status in the 2024 Eugene O'Neill National Musical Theatre Competition.
  • Commissioning New Musical Works 1 activity
    • Supporting original jazz composition and performance
      Composes and arranges original jazz music blending traditional and modern styles, and performs live jazz concerts featuring a curated ensemble of top musicians from the Adirondack region.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Producing and distributing educational arts-related publications
      Authored and published three books in the TCM/Running Press series and distributed the illustrated picture book "Caro's Comet" through cultural institutions including the Mosh Planetarium, Cummer Museum, and Herschel Museum in England.
financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$399K
Contributions & grants$303K76%
Program service revenue$94K24%
Investment income$3K1%
Other revenue$378
expenses
Total expenses$247K
Program expenses45%
Admin / overhead24%
Fundraising32%
Salaries & benefits$33K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$720K
Cash$239K
Investments$0
Liabilities$230K
Net assets$490K
Liquid reserves11.6 mo
3 years on record · 2019–2022 · YoY revenue +62.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

Who runs it

board members · 10
  • ANDREW CHARY — DIRECTOR
  • DONNA SLOAN — SECRETARY
  • EDWARD DONNELLY — DIRECTOR
  • ELIZABETH CORDES — DIRECTOR
  • JAY MARTIN — TREAURER
  • JOSEPH SELLIN — DIRECTOR
  • LOUISE MCNALLY — DIRECTOR
  • RENA SELLIN — DIRECTOR
  • SUSAN DELEHANTY — CHAIR
  • THERESA MITROWITZ — VICE CHAIR
relationships · 30

Who they work with

  • ADK for Kids Foundation Funder — Financial supporter enabling low-cost or free programming
  • Adirondack Foundation Funder — Financial supporter enabling low-cost or free programming
  • Adirondack State Theater Partner — Co-hosts events including musical performances and theatrical productions.
  • American Cinematheque Partner — Presents 35mm film screenings at the American Cinematheque.
  • Aseel Family Foundation Funder — Financial supporter enabling low-cost or free programming
  • Ben Mankiewicz Partner — Collaborated with Ben Mankiewicz on TCM programming and events, including co-hosting a 20-film spotlight on B movies.
  • Beth Joseph Synagogue Partner — Local landmark included as a subject for artistic interpretation during the Plein Air Festival.
  • Cinecon Partner — Presents 35mm film screenings at the Cinecon film festival.
  • Cloudsplitter Foundation Funder — Financial supporter enabling low-cost or free programming
  • Cummer Museum Partner — Distributes the "Caro's Comet" picture book at their venue.
  • Eric Bomyea Partner — Yoga instructor leading adult yoga classes for Tupper Arts
  • Facebook Network — Platform used for public presence and outreach
  • Herschel Museum Partner — Distributes the "Caro's Comet" picture book at their venue in England.
  • Jane Gillis Foundation Funder — Financial supporter enabling low-cost or free programming
  • Jane and Carol Pearsall Foundation Funder — Financial supporter enabling low-cost or free programming
  • Lake Placid Education Foundation Funder — Financial supporter enabling low-cost or free programming
  • Mosh Planetarium Partner — Distributes the "Caro's Comet" picture book at their venue.
  • NYS Council on the Arts Funder — Financial supporter enabling low-cost or free programming
  • New Yacht City Partner — Band associated with Tupper Arts that performs Yacht Rock tribute shows.
  • New York State Main Street program Government — Provided a grant for building renovations and facade construction
  • Old Town Music Hall Partner — Presents 35mm film screenings at Old Town Music Hall.
  • Oval Wood Dish factory Partner — Historic local landmark included as a subject for artistic interpretation during the Plein Air Festival.
  • Stewart’s Funder — Financial supporter enabling low-cost or free programming
  • TCM Partner — Longstanding contributor and on-air host for Turner Classic Movies, including programming, articles, and guest hosting.
  • TCMFF Partner — Regularly presents film screenings at the TCM Classic Film Festival (TCMFF).
  • The Aseel Legacy Fund Funder — Funds the 2026 Little Loggers performance series.
  • The Jane Gillis Foundation Funder — Funds free summer art classes for youth at Tupper Arts.
  • The Wild Center Partner — Local landmark included as a subject for artistic interpretation during the Plein Air Festival.
  • Toby Couture Partner — Lead composer, arranger, and bandleader of the Couture Jazz Ensemble.
  • Village of Tupper Lake Government — Local government entity that supports the Summer Sunset Series.
strategies · 4

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.

  • Arts-Integrated STEAM Education
    methodology: arts-integrated STEAM education
    By integrating art and design with science, technology, engineering, and math in educational programming, TUPPER ARTS INC helps children and students grasp complex principles through creative problem-solving, because combining artistic experimentation with technical disciplines deepens understanding and engagement.
  • Community-Centered Arts Engagement
    methodology: community-arts-engagement
    By using art shows, classes, concerts, and outdoor performances in accessible public settings, TUPPER ARTS INC fosters community identity and broad public access to the arts because shared artistic experiences strengthen social cohesion and lower barriers to participation.
  • Place-Based Artistic Connection
    methodology: place-based art engagement
    By grounding artistic programming in the natural and historic landscape of Tupper Lake, the organization deepens community relevance and engagement because local landmarks and ecosystems serve as meaningful inspiration for both artists and audiences.
  • Youth Development Through Music and Mindfulness
    methodology: music-based youth development, mindfulness-based movement
    By providing music education and non-performative yoga in community-based settings, TUPPER ARTS INC supports youth confidence, self-expression, and holistic well-being because creative and mindful movement fosters personal growth in safe, inclusive environments.