named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Aspiring Veterinarian Program
Program that allows high school and college students to shadow veterinarians at the Dairy Cow Birthing Center during the New York State Fair, observing animal care and birthing procedures.
Mobile Dairy Experience
Traveling 53-foot exhibit that visits schools, fairs, and festivals across New York to educate the public about dairy farming, sustainability, technology, and dairy product production through interactive, multisensory displays.
NY Animal Agriculture Young Advocates Scholarship
Annual scholarship program awarding $750 to two New York residents or students attending NYS universities who are pursuing agriculture-related degrees in fields such as animal science, dairy science, or agricultural education.
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Agricultural Producer Education & Support Networks 4 activities
- Advocacy and outreach focused on New York dairy farmsConducts advocacy and outreach efforts to enhance public understanding of and appreciation for animal agriculture, with a primary focus on dairy farms in New York State. Activities include consumer dialogue, farmer engagement, and industry cooperation to promote transparency and support for local farming.
- Collaboration with agricultural organizationsPartners with agricultural and farmer-led organizations to advance shared goals related to animal agriculture, including joint programming and outreach initiatives.
- Production and distribution of educational digital contentProduces and distributes educational videos and webinar series on dairy farming topics, including antibiotic use, technological innovations like robotic systems, daily life of dairy farmers, and whole farm efficiency. Content is shared via YouTube and in partnership with institutions such as Cornell CALS.
- Provision of educational resources for children and consumersOffers educational activities and resources for children, holiday-themed dairy-based recipes, and consumer-facing materials such as FAQs and vocabulary sheets about dairy in partnership with the American Dairy Association to increase public understanding of animal agriculture.
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LGBTQ+ and Community-Based Educational Scholarships 1 activity
- Awarding scholarships for agricultural educationFunds scholarships for students in New York pursuing agriculture-related degrees or leadership roles, including FFA participants. Award amounts have increased from two $500 scholarships annually to two $750 scholarships, supporting New York residents or students at NYS institutions.
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Food System Convening & Public Engagement 1 activity
- Facilitation of community dialogue on dairy farmingHosts Dairy Dialogues events across New York State to foster conversations between dairy farmers and community members about animal agriculture practices, promoting transparency and public engagement.
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Agricultural Grantmaking and Funding Programs 1 activity
- Provision of classroom materials for agricultural educationSupports agricultural education in schools by providing fiberglass cows and other materials to high schools such as Holland Patent High School and Marcus Whitman High School for use in agriculture classrooms.
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County and Regional Agricultural Fair Management 1 activity
- Public education through live demonstrations at the Dairy Cow Birthing CenterHosts the Dairy Cow Birthing Center at the New York State Fairgrounds, offering live demonstrations of dairy cow births, animal care, and nutrition. The exhibit engages hundreds of thousands of fairgoers annually and includes real-time text alerts for over 8,000 subscribers, live YouTube streaming, and the Wall of Knowledge exhibit to promote public understanding of modern dairy farming practices.
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Annual Financial and Activity Reporting 1 activity
- Publication of project and financial reportsProduces and publishes annual and mid-year reports detailing year-round projects and shares end-of-year financial statements in compliance with organizational by-laws to ensure transparency and accountability.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Aspiring Veterinarian Program for student educationHosts an Aspiring Veterinarian Program during the New York State Fair, allowing students to shadow experienced veterinarians at the Dairy Cow Birthing Center and observe clinical procedures such as calf delivery, cervical dilation checks, and wellness exams on dairy cattle.
- Public education on animal agriculture through mobile exhibitsOperates a 53-foot double-expandable mobile trailer called the Mobile Dairy Experience, providing over 1,000 square feet of immersive exhibit space to educate the public about dairy farming, milk production, and sustainable practices. The exhibit travels across New York State to schools, fairs, festivals, and community events, featuring five distinct sections: Dairy Farming Basics, Environmental Sustainability, Technology, Making Dairy Products, and Future Farmers.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.29M
Contributions & grants$1.28M99%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$4060%
Other revenue$8K
expenses
Total expenses$509K
Program expenses78%
Admin / overhead17%
Fundraising6%
Salaries & benefits$119K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.63M
Cash$789K
Investments$0
Liabilities$108K
Net assets$1.52M
Liquid reserves18.6 mo
3 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +111.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| EILEEN JENSEN | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $57K |
| HANNAH JOHNSON | DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS | 40 | $42K |
board members · 8
- ALYSSA KEALY — DIRECTOR
- ASHLEY OESER — DIRECTOR
- AUDREY DONOHOE — DIRECTOR
- EMMA ANDREW-SWARTHOUT — DIRECTOR
- JULIE VAN ERDEN-RICHARDSON — DIRECTOR
- LISA FORD — DIRECTOR
- MARK MODZELESKI — DIRECTOR
- NATE CHITTENDEN — DIRECTOR
relationships · 31
Who they work with
- American Dairy Assn. Northeast Partner — Supports the Mobile Dairy Experience as an MDE Believer sponsor.
- American Dairy Association Partner — Collaborates to provide educational materials such as FAQs and vocabulary sheets about dairy.
- American Dairy Association North East Partner — Collaborating organization providing resources to support NYAAC's mission.
- CNY Regional Market Partner — Co-hosts the Mobile Dairy Experience during the Onondaga Grown ONFarmFest kickoff event.
- Cayuga Marketing Partner — Group of dairymen collaborating with NYAAC to promote stewardship and animal agriculture.
- Cornell CALS Partner — Collaborates on hosting webinars and providing technical resources for farmers.
- Cornell Cooperative Extension Partner — Collaborated with NYAAC to host Dairy Dialogues events connecting dairy farmers and consumers in 2019.
- Cornell's Animal Health Diagnostic Lab Partner — References collaboration with or professional experience from Cornell's Animal Health Diagnostic Lab in its farmer profiles.
- DeBoover Family Farms Partner — Host Farm participating in the Dairy Cow Birthing Center at the Great New York State Fair.
- EZ-Acres Partner — Host Farm participating in the Dairy Cow Birthing Center at the Great New York State Fair.
- Elmer Richards & Sons Partner — Host Farm participating in the Dairy Cow Birthing Center at the Great New York State Fair.
- Farm Credit East Partner — Agricultural network providing credit and services, collaborating with NYAAC to support animal agriculture.
- Farm Credit East Partner — Shares industry trends, outlooks, and financial support services with farmers.
- Farm Credit East, ACA Partner — Supports the Mobile Dairy Experience as an MDE Innovator sponsor.
- Four Leaf Air Show Partner — Hosts the Mobile Dairy Experience during the air show event to provide agricultural education to attendees.
- Joel Riehlman Partner — Featured in the "Pride & Progress" initiative highlighting New York dairy farmers.
- NY Farm Bureau Partner — Provides shared resources on New York agriculture through linked content.
- NYS Department of Agriculture & Markets Government — Connects farmers with animal industry veterinarians and regulatory resources.
- NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets Government — Collaborates with or references professionals from the NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets in its programming and storytelling.
- New York Dairy Promotion Order Advisory Board Funder — Provided funding that helped make the Mobile Dairy Experience possible.
- New York Farm Bureau Partner — Farmer-driven organization partnering with NYAAC to advocate for policies supporting farms.
- New York Farm Bureau Partner — Provides access to Farm Bureau Fast Facts and podcast resources for farmers.
- New York Farm Bureau Partner — Supports the Mobile Dairy Experience as an MDE Friend sponsor.
- New York State Fair Partner — Collaborates to host the Mobile Dairy Experience and the Birthing Center at the fairgrounds.
- Northeast Dairy Producers Association Partner — Group of dairy producers collaborating with NYAAC to support a profitable and sustainable dairy industry.
- PRO-DAIRY Partner — State-funded program working with NYAAC to increase profitability and competitiveness of New York’s dairy industry.
- PRO-DAIRY Partner — Supports the Mobile Dairy Experience as an MDE Advocate sponsor.
- Spruce Haven Farms Partner — Host Farm participating in the Dairy Cow Birthing Center at the Great New York State Fair.
- Venture Farms Partner — Host Farm participating in the Dairy Cow Birthing Center at the Great New York State Fair.
- Will-O-Crest Farm Partner — Host Farm participating in the Dairy Cow Birthing Center at the Great New York State Fair.
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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.
- Experiential and Immersive Public Educationmethodology: experiential_educationBy using mobile, interactive, and multi-sensory exhibits—including live animals, hands-on activities, and immersive technology—we increase public understanding and appreciation of animal agriculture because experiential learning fosters deeper engagement and retention compared to passive information delivery.
- Farm Transparency and Storytelling for Public Trustmethodology: farmer_storytellingBy amplifying farmer voices and increasing visibility into on-farm practices, we build public trust in animal agriculture because personal narratives and direct insight reduce misinformation and humanize the production process.
- Youth Engagement as Future Advocacy Pipelinemethodology: education-to-advocacy_pipelineBy exposing youth to careers in animal agriculture through hands-on experiences and financial support via scholarships, we cultivate long-term public advocates because early experiential and educational investment leads to sustained sector loyalty and professional participation.