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THE HUNTER FOUNDATION INC
TANNERSVILLE, NY · EIN 141798918 · Form 990 · FY2023 · NTEE S31 · Community Improvement · Medium ($1M-$10M) · hunterfoundation.org
revenue
$2.0M
expenses
$1.5M
net assets
$1.4M
employees
29
volunteers
11
program ratio
79%
mission · from form 990

PROGRAMS AND SUPPORT ACTIVITIES TO IMPROVE COMMUNITY, PRIMARILY IN THE TOWN OF HUNTER, NY. PROGRAMS FOCUS ON REHABILITATION AND RENOVATION OF THE ROUTE 23A CORRIDOR THROUGH GOVERNMENT, COMMERCIAL, FOUNDATION AND INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Hunter Foundation is a community development nonprofit based in Tannersville, NY, focused on revitalizing the Route 23A corridor through property rehabilitation and economic development. The organization purchases, renovates, and resells blighted properties to improve the tax base and create affordable residential and commercial spaces. It supports local contractors, promotes tourism, and has expanded its work to neighboring mountain communities in Greene County.

named programs · 5 · from sources

What they call their work

Colonial Golf Course
Rehabilitated nine-hole golf course offering recreational amenities and hosting community events such as Fourth of July fireworks
Fromer Market Gardens
Year-round market farm producing fresh vegetables sold through a farm stand and to local restaurants; includes event hosting and educational programming
Mountaintop Communities Rehabilitation Program (MCRP)
Provided grant funds to residents in Ashland, Hunter, Jewett, Lexington, Prattsville, and Windham for home repairs and energy upgrades; awarded $600,000 in 2009
Tannersville Antiques and Artisan’s Center
Renovated building housing a retail space for antiques and artisan goods, supporting local vendors and tourism
The Paint Project
Community beautification initiative restricted to Main Street (Route 23A) in Tannersville, encouraging property owners to paint and improve building exteriors
activities · 11 groups

What they do

  • Neighborhood Revitalization Initiatives 1 activity
    • Economic development and community investment initiatives
      Generates local economic expansion through property rehabilitation and community development, bringing over $40 million in investments to the mountain top community. Includes initiatives that have generated over $12 million in economic impact and supported entrepreneurs, local businesses, and trades.
  • Capital Infrastructure Funding 1 activity
    • Funding property rehabilitation and energy upgrades through grant programs
      Provides grant funding through the Mountaintop Communities Rehabilitation Program to support repairs and energy efficiency improvements in owner-occupied homes across multiple towns, including Ashland, Hunter, Jewett, Lexington, Prattsville, and Windham. Also administered a grant from the O’Connor Foundation to assist homeowners in Prattsville with rebuilding after Hurricane Irene.
  • Private Golf Course Operations 1 activity
    • Management and redevelopment of the Colonial Golf Course and surrounding land
      Purchased the Colonial Golf Course in January 2018 and invested in infrastructure, including renovation of the historic Fromer Main House. Extended miles of bike trails along the “Back 9” with volunteer support. In fall 2023, entered into a partnership transferring operational responsibilities, including the clubhouse restaurant, to John and Sara Smith.
  • Local Food Market Operation 1 activity
    • Operation of a market farm and local produce distribution
      Operates a year-round market farm that produces fresh produce, sold through an on-site farm stand opened in 2017. Hosts a weekly Saturday market from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and sells to local restaurants. Collaborates with HTC to develop educational programs for students.
  • Public Space Beautification and Maintenance 1 activity
    • Paint Program administration for Route 23A corridor improvements
      Administers the privately funded Paint Program along the Route 23A corridor to support aesthetic and structural property improvements in the Town of Hunter.
  • Watershed Conservation & Stewardship 1 activity
    • Partnership for Rip Van Winkle Lake revitalization
      Partners with the Village of Tannersville to revitalize Rip Van Winkle Lake by providing grant matching funds, planning and design services, and grant writing support.
  • Land Bank Property Revitalization 1 activity
    • Rehabilitation and renovation of residential and commercial properties
      Conducts rehabilitation and renovation of homes and commercial buildings in the Town of Hunter and neighboring communities, including over 100 homes and 35 businesses. Projects include acquisition and renovation of dilapidated buildings on Main Street (Route 23A) in Tannersville, NY, often sold below renovation cost to stimulate community development.
  • Business Improvement District Management 1 activity
    • Revitalization planning and advocacy for the Village of Tannersville
      Developed the Gooseberry Creek Revitalization Strategy and advances broader revitalization initiatives to promote the Village of Tannersville as a place to live, work, and play. Focuses on sustainable tax base growth, job creation, tourism economy expansion, and improvements to waterways, downtown areas, and neighborhoods.
  • Strategic Planning and Organizational Development 1 activity
    • Strategic planning for organizational development
      Undertook a five-month strategic planning process in 2013 to define the organization’s vision through 2020, supporting long-term capacity and direction.
  • Youth Golf Development Programs 1 activity
    • Youth and community programming at Colonial Country Club
      Offers a Junior Golf Program for youth ages 5–17 held Sundays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and sponsors a free fireworks show at Colonial Country Club for Independence Day celebrations.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Project management and development tracking
      Manages a portfolio of community development projects, with 15 completed and 11 currently in progress as of latest reporting.
financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$1.98M
Contributions & grants$1.49M75%
Program service revenue$276K14%
Investment income$43K2%
Other revenue$173K
expenses
Total expenses$1.52M
Program expenses79%
Admin / overhead21%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$408K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$10.10M
Cash$579K
Investments$0
Liabilities$8.74M
Net assets$1.37M
Liquid reserves4.6 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue +102.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023

Who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
SEAN MAHONEY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 20 $40K
board members · 11
  • AMY MAUL — SECRETARY
  • AMY SCHEIBE — CHAIR
  • CATHERINE LEGG — TREASURER
  • CATHY WADE — BOARD MEMBER
  • CHIP THOMAS — BOARD MEMBER
  • CHRISTIANA MAVROMATIS — BOARD MEMBER
  • DANIEL KING — BOARD MEMBER
  • ELIZABETH MANN — BOARD MEMBER
  • JOHN GALLAGHER — BOARD MEMBER
  • LORING PRATT — BOARD MEMBER
  • SARAH SLUTZKY — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 14

Who they work with

  • Catskill Mountain Jr. Golf Partner — Collaborates to present the Junior Golf Program at Colonial Country Club.
  • City of Tannersville Partner — Collaborates with municipal leadership to implement the Paint Project on Main Street.
  • HTC Partner — Collaborates on developing educational programs for students.
  • John and Sara Smith Partner — Assume operational responsibilities for Colonial Golf Course, including the clubhouse restaurant, through a partnership with The Hunter Foundation.
  • John and Sara Smith of Rip Van Winkle Country Club Partner — New partnership announced to support community initiatives.
  • Legion Fireworks Partner — Presented the Independence Day fireworks show sponsored by The Hunter Foundation.
  • New York State Government — Partner in community development projects to promote economic growth.
  • Next Step Digital Partner — Designed the organization's website.
  • Next Step Digital Partner — Website design and development partner
  • Next Step Digital Partner — Website development partner
  • Next Step Digital Partner — Website development partner for The Hunter Foundation's site
  • O’Connor Foundation Funder — Awarded a grant to The Hunter Foundation to assist homeowners in Prattsville with rebuilding after Hurricane Irene.
  • Rip Van Winkle Country Club Partner — Partnered with The Hunter Foundation to operate Colonial Golf Course, including the clubhouse restaurant.
  • Village of Tannersville Partner — Partnered with The Hunter Foundation to revitalize Rip Van Winkle Lake through grant matching, planning, design, and grant writing support.
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.

  • Community-Engaged Placemaking
    methodology: community-engaged placemaking
    By engaging property owners and securing municipal support for coordinated aesthetic upgrades, we foster community ownership and pride because inclusive visual transformation strengthens collective identity and long-term stewardship.
  • Comprehensive Corridor Revitalization
    methodology: comprehensive-corridor-revitalization
    By integrating infrastructure improvements, community assets, and tourism development along the Route 23A corridor, we stimulate economic growth and community improvement because coordinated placemaking attracts investment and strengthens local identity.
  • Local Economic Retention through Community Development
    methodology: local_economic_retention
    By using local contractors and partnering with local organizations in property rehabilitation and development projects, we multiply economic benefits within the community because circulating resources locally strengthens small business ecosystems and job creation.