named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
Business Directory
Online directory listing member businesses across multiple sectors including professional services, construction, food & beverage, and healthcare to increase visibility and customer engagement.
Networking Events
Hosts regular events and mixers to connect local business owners, promote collaboration, and strengthen the regional economy.
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Business Community Advocacy 1 activity
- Advocates for local business interests with government officialsEngages in ongoing advocacy to strengthen the regional economic environment by representing the interests of local businesses to state, local, and federal officials. Has maintained continuous advocacy efforts in Goshen for over 100 years through economic fluctuations.
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Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Support 1 activity
- Conducts ribbon-cutting ceremonies for member businessesProvides free ribbon-cutting events to celebrate member business milestones such as grand openings and anniversaries, including ribbon, scissors, Certificate of Recognition, and custom social media content. Events are attended by Chamber members, government officials, and media, and are promoted on the Chamber website, in newsletters, and on social media within one business day of confirmation.
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Member Business Referral & Discount Programs 1 activity
- Facilitates business referrals and marketing support for membersSupports local businesses by facilitating referrals among chamber members and offering advertising and marketing promotion services to enhance visibility and customer engagement.
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Professional Networking Events 1 activity
- Hosts business networking and professional development eventsOrganizes monthly networking breakfasts, round table discussions, and mixer events featuring local business speakers, professional development topics, and opportunities for member engagement. Events are held from January through November and include catering from local Goshen businesses.
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Local Food Market Operation 1 activity
- Operates weekly farmers marketRuns the GCoC Farmers’ Market weekly during the spring-to-fall season, specifically every Friday from 9:00AM to 3:00PM starting May 15th, 2026, on the front lawn of the Orange County Government Center in Goshen, NY. The market hosts dozens of vendors selling fresh food and beverages and supports local vendor and community engagement throughout the seasonal cycle.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Organizes annual Great American Weekend festivalProduces the Great American Weekend, a two-day community festival held annually since 1982, attracting approximately 20,000 attendees daily. The event features over 150 craft vendors, live music, food, children's activities, and helps revitalize attendance at the Historic Track in Goshen.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$127K
Contributions & grants——
Program service revenue——
Investment income——
Other revenue$70K
expenses
Total expenses$115K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$75K
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$98K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$98K
5 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue -9.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
board members · 9
- BRENT MENTRO — DIRECTOR
- CLARK COLEY — DIRECTOR
- GEORGE LYONS — DIRECTOR
- JENNIFER HOLOHAN-FERRER — DIRECTOR
- JOE GIGLIO — DIRECTOR
- KELLY IPPOLITO — DIRECTOR
- SCOTT PERRY — DIRECTOR
- SCOTT WOHL — DIRECTOR
- THOMAS BONGIOVI — DIRECTOR
relationships · 45
Who they work with
- American Cancer Society – Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Partner — Cantor Sponsor of the Great American Weekend
- Atlas Security Services Partner — Partner providing security and investigative services to clients across Orange County.
- Brent Mentro – State Farm Partner — Gallop Sponsor of the Great American Weekend
- CMIT Solutions of Orange County Partner — Partner specializing in 24/7 IT solutions, cybersecurity, and data backup services.
- Congressional Representatives Government — Regularly connects with federal congressional representatives on legislative issues.
- County Executive's Office Government — Collaborates with county leadership to represent business perspectives on policy matters.
- Donovan Funeral Home Partner — Walk Sponsor of the Great American Weekend
- Excel Urgent Care of Goshen Partner — Trot Sponsor of the Great American Weekend
- Fränzel Restuarant Partner — Walk Sponsor of the Great American Weekend
- Functional Healing The Mind-Body Connection Partner — Walk Sponsor of the Great American Weekend
- George Lyons Partner — Member who has recognized the Chamber's support for businesses through social media and networking.
- Gerard Associates Partner — Engineering firm partner offering mechanical and electrical engineering services with a focus on client education and community impact.
- Goshen EMS Government — Cantor Sponsor of the Great American Weekend
- Goshen Independent Partner — Longstanding partner providing local news and promoting local business since 1895.
- Howard Hanna Rand Realty Partner — Cantor Sponsor of the Great American Weekend
- I.M. Your Virtual Assistant Partner — Walk Sponsor of the Great American Weekend
- John S. Burke Catholic High School & Academy Partner — Walk Sponsor of the Great American Weekend
- Kalish Group Partner — Member organization that has formed strategic business alliances through the Chamber.
- LAN Associates Partner — Cantor Sponsor of the Great American Weekend
- Lanc & Tully Engineering and Surveying, P.C. Partner — Cantor Sponsor of the Great American Weekend
- Mariana Feely Photography Partner — Partner providing wedding, event, and portrait photography with a focus on authentic, natural storytelling.
- Members of the Goshen Chamber of Commerce Partner — Members host mixers and participate in ribbon cutting and networking events.
- Niche & Needle Marketing Partner — Trot Sponsor of the Great American Weekend
- Orange Bank & Trust Company Partner — Gallop Sponsor of the Great American Weekend
- Orange County Government — Collaborates with county-level entities in promoting commerce within the Town of Goshen, County of Orange, State of New York.
- Orange County Government Center Government — Hosts the Goshen Farmers Market on its front lawn at 255 Main Street, Goshen, NY.
- Orange County Government Center Government — Located in Goshen, the County Seat, and collaborates with the Chamber in supporting regional economic interests.
- Orange County Premier Limo Partner — Walk Sponsor of the Great American Weekend
- Pedrani Law LLC Partner — Gallop Sponsor of the Great American Weekend
- PickOCNY Partner — Trot Sponsor of the Great American Weekend
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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.
- Business Advocacy and Informed Engagementmethodology: business_advocacy_and_information_sharingBy providing legislative intelligence and advocating for fair trade and local business interests, the Chamber enables members to navigate policy and economic shifts effectively, because access to timely, reliable information and collective advocacy strengthens business adaptability and market stability.
- Collaborative Value Creation Through Programming and Partnershipsmethodology: collaborative_partnership_modelBy offering business-education programming and forming collaborative partnerships, the Chamber enhances member capacity and reach because shared learning and co-created initiatives increase innovation, visibility, and collective impact across the regional business ecosystem.
- Relationship-Centered Economic Developmentmethodology: relationship-driven economic developmentBy prioritizing deep, multifaceted relationships among local businesses and community members, the Chamber drives economic growth because strong social and professional networks increase trust, collaboration, and mutual support that catalyze business opportunities and community resilience.