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ADIRONDACK CAROUSEL INC
Saranac Lake, NY · EIN 141829187 · Form 990EZ · FY2023 · NTEE A20 · Arts, Culture & Humanities · Small ($100K-$1M)
revenue
$113K
expenses
$61K
net assets
$115K
employees
—
program ratio
67%
mission · from form 990

To build and maintain a full-sized handcrafted carousel housed in a year-round pavilion with space for programs and special events. In June 2011 ground was broken for the building; and carousel operations began May 26 2012. To date there have been over 125,000 riders. Other events that have taken part of the organizations mission are Adirondack wildlife programs carving classes health and wellness presentations childrens book readings and a puppetry program and workshop.

profile · synthesized from sources

Nonprofit organization based in Saranac Lake, NY, that operates a handcrafted carousel in a year-round pavilion. The carousel serves as a cultural and community hub, offering rides and hosting educational and artistic programs such as wildlife exhibits, carving classes, children's book readings, and puppetry workshops. Since opening in May 2012, it has welcomed over 125,000 riders.

named programs · 5 · from sources

What they call their work

Adirondack Wildlife Programs
Educational programs focused on local wildlife, likely including exhibits or presentations for visitors of all ages
Carving Classes
Hands-on woodworking or artisan carving workshops, possibly tied to the carousel’s handcrafted animals
Children's Book Readings
Literacy-focused events where children's books are read aloud, likely aimed at young visitors and families
Health and Wellness Presentations
Community wellness events featuring informational sessions on health topics
Puppetry Program and Workshop
Interactive puppetry performances and educational workshops, engaging children and families in creative arts
activities · 2 groups

What they do

  • Puppetry and Improv Theater Programs 1 activity
    • Hosting educational and community programs
      Hosts educational and community programs including Adirondack wildlife programs, carving classes, health and wellness presentations, children's book readings, and a puppetry program and workshop.
  • Railroad and Canal Heritage Preservation 1 activity
    • Operating handcrafted carousel for public rides
      Operates a full-sized handcrafted carousel in a year-round pavilion, providing public rides with over 125,000 riders since operations began on May 26, 2012.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$113K
Contributions & grants$31K27%
Program service revenue$60K53%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$61K
Program expenses67%
Admin / overhead32%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$25K
Grants paid out—
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$115K
Cash$13K
Investments$0
Liabilities$1K
Net assets$115K
Liquid reserves2.6 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue +41.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023

Who runs it

board members · 2
  • Diane Loeber — Board Member
  • Hildegard Hammond — Board Member
strategies · 1

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 Community Space
    methodology: arts-integrated-community-space
    By combining a handcrafted carousel attraction with year-round programming space, we create a culturally engaging destination that draws diverse community members and supports educational activities, because shared artistic experiences foster connection and learning.