named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Chautauqua Avenue Renewal Project
Completed in 2004, this infrastructure initiative modernized the downtown with underground utilities, new sidewalks, streetlights, tree plantings, and the iconic clock tower and Recognition Park.
Christmas in the Village
Annual December celebration including tree lighting, sleigh rides, caroling, vendor markets, and a toy drive to foster holiday spirit and support local businesses.
Hartley Park Playground Project
State-of-the-art, ADA-accessible playground completed in 2023 featuring a zipline, hill racing slides, imaginative treehouse play structure, and improved park access.
Hoods Up, Lakewood!
Annual community car show on Chautauqua Avenue featuring classic and modern vehicles, live music, food trucks, and prizes, aimed at promoting local engagement and summer festivities.
Rock the Lake
Free summer concert series at Hartley Park featuring tribute bands, local food trucks, and the 716 Showcase highlighting regional musical talent.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Inclusive Playground Development 1 activity
- Development and construction of public recreational infrastructureCompletes capital improvement projects in public spaces, including the construction of a fully accessible playground in Hartley Park and the installation of amenities such as a zipline, hill racing slides, a custom treehouse, walkways, stairs, and ADA-accessible parking.
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Organized Vehicle Show Events 1 activity
- Organization of community car show eventsHosts the “Hoods Up Lakewood” community car show event featuring classic cars, live music from local bands, food and beverage vendors, and family-oriented programming.
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Free Outdoor Music Concerts 1 activity
- Organization of free summer concert seriesHosts the “Rock the Lake” summer concert series every Sunday from 2 PM to 5 PM at Hartley Park, featuring live music from local talent in Chautauqua County, local food vendors, and family-friendly lakeside activities.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Organization of holiday season community eventsOrganizes “Christmas in the Village” celebrations in December, including festive activities such as sleigh rides, caroling, photos with Santa, a buffet breakfast with Santa, holiday crafts, letter-writing to Santa, local vendor markets, and a community toy drive with drop-off locations across Lakewood.
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Neighborhood Revitalization Initiatives 1 activity
- Rehabilitation and development of residential, commercial, and recreational facilitiesPlans, promotes, coordinates, and executes community development programs focused on improving the historic downtown area of Lakewood, NY, including housing rehabilitation, neighborhood beautification, and infrastructure improvements such as the Chautauqua Avenue Renewal Project.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$101K
Contributions & grants$90K90%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$21K21%
Other revenue$-10K
expenses
Total expenses$115K
Program expenses78%
Admin / overhead22%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$434K
Cash$434K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$434K
Liquid reserves45.3 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +383.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 8
- EDWARD J MCCAGUE — VICE PRESIDE
- JOSIAH E DUBOIS III — TRUSTEE
- MARY M SEGER — SECRETARY
- MATTHEW BAGLIA — TRUSTEE
- MATTHEW CHURCHILL — TREASURER TH
- TERRY HAVENS-TURNER — TRUSTEE
- VALERIE A DOW — TRUSTEE
- WILLIAM A EVANS III — PRESIDENT
relationships · 27
Who they work with
- AbbaMania Canada Partner — Performing as a tribute act at the Rock the Lake concert series.
- Brass Transit Partner — Performing as a Chicago tribute band at the Rock the Lake concert series.
- Chris & Laura Fredrickson Partner — Performing as part of the 716 Showcase at the Rock the Lake concert series.
- Claudia Hoyser Partner — Performing as part of the 716 Showcase at the Rock the Lake concert series.
- Cotton Thistle Partner — Participating business serving as a toy drive drop-off location
- Elements Salon & Spa Partner — Participating business serving as a toy drive drop-off location
- Fleetwood Macked Partner — Performing as a tribute act at the Rock the Lake concert series.
- Furious George & Two Towns Partner — Local musical acts performing at the car show event hosted by LCDC.
- Good Neighbor Bookstore Partner — Participating business serving as a toy drive drop-off location
- Group Ther-Happy Partner — Participating business serving as a toy drive drop-off location
- Hollywood Nights Partner — Performing as a Bob Seger tribute act at the Rock the Lake concert series.
- Lakewood Memorial Library Partner — Participating business serving as a toy drive drop-off location and hosting Santa’s Corner activities
- Lakewood Village Clerk’s Office Partner — Participating business serving as a toy drive drop-off location
- Mable Roads Partner — Participating business serving as a toy drive drop-off location
- NYS Waterfront Revitalization Program Government — Provided grant funding for the Hartley Park Playground Project.
- Pea Pod & Juniper Partner — Participating business serving as a toy drive drop-off location
- Pea Pod & Juniper Too Partner — Participating business serving as a toy drive drop-off location
- Screamin’ East Partner — Performing as part of the 716 Showcase at the Rock the Lake concert series.
- Tin Can Reverie Partner — Performing as part of the 716 Showcase at the Rock the Lake concert series.
- Town of Busti Government — Co-funded the Chautauqua Avenue Renewal Project
- Town of Busti Government — Funded the Chautauqua Avenue Renewal Project.
- Village Parks and Recreation Committee Partner — Collaborated on the development of the Hartley Park playground project.
- Village of Lakewood Government — Co-funded the Chautauqua Avenue Renewal Project
- Village of Lakewood Government — Collaborates on community development initiatives within the Village of Lakewood, NY.
- Village of Lakewood Government — Collaborates on funding and implementation of community improvement projects such as the Chautauqua Avenue Renewal and Hartley Park Playground.
- Village of Lakewood Partner — Collaborated on the development of the Hartley Park playground project.
- Vitality Natural Health & Wellness Partner — Participating business serving as a toy drive drop-off location
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.
- Inclusive Community Infrastructure Designmethodology: inclusive_community_designBy designing and constructing community infrastructure with modern, accessible features, the organization enhances community participation and quality of life because inclusive design ensures equitable access and fosters a sense of belonging for all residents.
- Integrated Community Developmentmethodology: integrated_community_developmentBy combining housing rehabilitation, neighborhood beautification, and economic development initiatives, the organization improves neighborhood conditions because integrated interventions address interconnected systemic challenges more effectively than siloed efforts.
- Main Street Revitalization with Community Engagementmethodology: main_street_renewalBy using a Main Street Master Plan to guide streetscape improvements and economic renewal, the organization fosters long-term community revitalization because structured planning combined with inclusive public events and local business incentives strengthens local identity, attracts visitors, and sustains economic activity.