irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2023
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $0THE ASSOCIATION ACTIVELY REPRESENTED ITS MEMBERS' VIEWPOINTS IN MEETINGS WITH CITY OFFICIALS, ADDRESSING INDUSTRY CONCERNS AND CONTRIBUTING TO THE FORMULATION OF FAIR, EFFECTIVE REGULATIONS.
- #2 $0NYCSRA EXPANDED ITS MEMBER BASE BY ADMITTING NEW REGULAR, PARTNER, AND ASSOCIATE MEMBERS, ALLOWING FOR A MORE INCLUSIVE EXCHANGE OF INDUSTRY KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERTISE. WE ALSO INTRODUCED NEW SAFETY COMMITTEES, INCLUDING THOSE FOCUSING ON DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS REGULATIONS AND OSHA COMPLIANCE.
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Charitable Fundraising Events
Organizes annual poker fundraisers supporting charitable causes such as the Little Saint Nick Foundation and Brothers Helping.
Government Advocacy & Legislative Engagement
Represents members before the NYC Council, Department of Buildings, and other agencies; participates in building code revisions; testifies at public hearings on legislation including Local Laws 154 and 159.
Insurance and Operational Support Summit
Convenes industry stakeholders to address rising insurance costs and advocates for solutions to reduce premiums while maintaining coverage for members.
Technical Seminars and Quarterly DOB Meetings
Hosts bi-annual technical seminars and quarterly meetings with DOB executives to discuss regulatory updates, safety standards, and operational challenges in the rigging industry.
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Industry Trade Association Services 1 activity
- Expanding industry knowledge sharing through membership growth and safety committeesIncreases capacity for industry-wide collaboration by admitting new regular, partner, and associate members and establishing safety committees focused on Department of Buildings regulations and OSHA compliance.
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Professional Networking Events 1 activity
- Facilitating member engagement through recurring social and networking eventsHosts annual and recurring social events including rooftop gatherings, saltwater fishing charters, clay shooting, and "Coffee & Complaints" breakfasts to foster networking, feedback exchange, and community building among industry professionals.
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Construction Industry Professional Development & Networking 1 activity
- Hosting technical education events on regulatory and operational changesOrganizes recurring technical events featuring presentations by regulatory agencies and city officials to prepare members for upcoming changes in safety standards, building codes, and compliance procedures, including collaboration with the NYC Department of Buildings.
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Union-Affiliated Trade Apprenticeship & Training 1 activity
- Offering professional development and training programs for rigging industry membersProvides exclusive training programs and educational resources to support ongoing professional development and technical competency in the rigging and façade restoration industry.
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Fundraising for Community and Charitable Initiatives 1 activity
- Organizing charity fundraising events to support external nonprofit organizationsHosts annual charity poker nights and other fundraising events that benefit external charitable organizations such as the Grace Gold Memorial Scholarship Fund, Luv Michael, Little Saint Nick Foundation, and Brothers Helping.
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Construction Industry Standards and Contractor Support Services 1 activity
- Providing regulatory compliance updates and safety code information to membersDelivers real-time updates and educational resources on NYC Department of Buildings and OSHA regulations, safety codes, and compliance requirements to support member adherence to evolving industry standards.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Advocacy for regulatory reform in rigging and façade safety standardsRepresents members' interests through direct engagement with city agencies, elected officials, and regulatory bodies to influence policies on sidewalk sheds, scaffolding permits, and building codes. Achieved reductions in permit documentation requirements, transitioned CD-5 permit applications to online submission via DOB NOW, and refined the 3-Point Corner Angle Scaffold Permit process.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$138K
Contributions & grants——
Program service revenue——
Investment income$4020%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$166K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$8K
Grants paid out—
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$115K
Cash$146K
Investments$0
Liabilities$3K
Net assets$115K
Liquid reserves10.6 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -31.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 8
- ANDRES YLLANES — BOARD MEMBER
- ANTHONY COLAO JR — BOARD MEMBER
- ANTHONY CORALLO — BOARD MEMBER
- JOHN KALAFATIS — BOARD MEMBER
- JOHN PANTANELLI — BOARD MEMBER
- KENNETH BUETTNER — BOARD MEMBER
- SPIRO MARKATOS — BOARD MEMBER
- WILLIAM LAFFEY — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 30
Who they work with
- Brothers Helping Partner — Supports through annual poker fundraiser contributions.
- Brothers Helping Charitable Foundation Partner — Beneficiary of the NYC SRA Annual Charity Poker Night in November 2024.
- Department of Buildings Government — Collaborates with the NYC Department of Buildings on regulatory compliance, safety standards, and licensing matters.
- Department of Buildings Government — Collaborates with the NYC Department of Buildings on regulatory compliance, safety standards, and policy advocacy.
- Department of Buildings Government — Lobbies the Department of Buildings and receives updates on safety codes and compliance requirements.
- Grace Gold Memorial Scholarship Fund Partner — Supports through annual poker fundraiser contributions.
- IIBEC Partner — Co-hosted the First Annual Clay Shooting Event with IIBEC to foster industry networking and engagement.
- IIBEC Partner — Co-hosted the First Annual Clay Shooting Event with NYCSRA.
- IIBEC Partner — Co-hosts the clay shooting event with NYCSRA.
- Keith Powers Government — Worked with Council Member Keith Powers on legislation to reform sidewalk shed regulations in New York City.
- Landmarks Preservation Commission Government — Facilitates industry discussions on best practices for historic preservation projects.
- Linkedin Network — Member profile listed on LinkedIn
- Little Saint Nick Foundation Partner — Supports through annual poker fundraiser contributions.
- Luv Michael Partner — Supports through annual poker fundraiser contributions.
- Luv Michael Organization Partner — Beneficiary of the NYC SRA Poker Night on November 30, 2023.
- Mayor's Office Government — Lobbies the Mayor's Office on legislation and regulations affecting the rigging industry.
- NYC Council Government — Engages with the NYC Council to influence legislation and policy affecting the rigging industry.
- NYC Council Government — Lobbies the NYC Council on legislation and regulations affecting the rigging industry.
- NYC Council Government — Represents members' interests and engages in regulatory discussions.
- NYC Department of Buildings Government — Collaborated with the organization on regulatory and legislative initiatives related to sidewalk sheds and rigging operations.
- NYC Department of Buildings Government — Engages in meetings and regulatory formulation related to scaffold and shed safety.
- New York City Council Government — Engages in legislative advocacy and testifies at public hearings on relevant construction and safety laws.
- New York City Department of Buildings Government — Collaborates regularly with DOB on code revisions, permit processes, safety regulations, and operational improvements.
- New York City Department of Buildings Government — Coordinates with DOB on sidewalk shed permit rule changes.
- OSHA Government — Engages with OSHA on regulatory education and compliance, including hosting technical presentations.
- Riptide III Partner — Chartered vessel used for the 3rd Annual Saltwater Fishing Charter Social.
- Siplast Government — Hosted the NYC SRA Building Closure Event on October 24, 2024.
- Statewide Public Affairs Partner — Engaged Statewide Public Affairs as a government affairs team to assist members with licensing and regulatory issues.
- Statewide Public Affairs Partner — Engaged to lead government relations efforts, led by Jim Quent.
- Statewide Public Affairs Partner — Government affairs team that assists members with licensing issues and regulatory matters.
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 Safety and Compliance Promotionmethodology: regulatory_collaborationBy combining member collaboration, information-sharing, and joint education efforts with regulatory agencies, the organization improves safety and professionalism in the rigging industry, because multi-stakeholder cooperation enhances adherence to best practices and strengthens collective accountability.
- Regulatory Advocacy and Institutional Engagementmethodology: government_advocacyBy engaging directly with city agencies and elected officials, the organization shapes fair and practical regulations and ensures industry representation in policy discussions, because sustained institutional relationships with bodies like the Department of Buildings and NYC Council enable proactive influence over regulatory outcomes.