irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2022
What they reported doing
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named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
German Language School
Community-based program offering German language instruction to children, re-established in 2006 to promote linguistic and cultural continuity.
Germania Almrausch Kindergruppe
Children's Schuhplattler dance group that learns and performs traditional Bavarian folk dances; fosters intergenerational cultural transmission through dance instruction and public performances.
Germania Singers
Men's and ladies' chorus that performs German and American songs in concerts, church services, Oktoberfests, and nursing homes; promotes German choral tradition and cultural heritage.
activities · 11 groups
What they do
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Community Festival & Event Production 2 activities
- Hosting annual holiday market eventsOrganizes and operates an annual traditional German Christmas market featuring food, holiday treats, seasonal activities, and vendor participation.
- Hosting cultural festivals and heritage eventsOrganizes and hosts year-round family-friendly cultural events rooted in German tradition, including annual Oktoberfest, Maifest, Von Steuben Day, and German Heritage Days, featuring traditional performances, food, and activities.
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Archival Digitization and Preservation 1 activity
- Curating and maintaining a historical photo and media archiveManages an online gallery showcasing community events and historical photos, and seeks volunteer support to expand the archive.
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Live Music Performances for Seniors and Isolated Populations 1 activity
- Hosting cultural performances in healthcare and public settingsProvides live cultural performances by its music and dance groups at hospitals, nursing homes, schools, and public venues such as the Poughkeepsie Galleria.
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Youth Soccer Development Programs 1 activity
- Operating a soccer programRuns the Blue and White Soccer Club, established in 1958, which includes competitive teams and won the 2018 State Championship.
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Ballet and Dance Education Programs 1 activity
- Operating a youth folk dance group (Kindergruppe)Provides Schuhplattler dance instruction and performance opportunities for children through the Kindergruppe, with over 24 participants as of 2017.
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Traditional & Cultural Performing Arts 1 activity
- Operating traditional German folk dance and music groupsRuns and supports active performance ensembles including the Germania Almrausch Schuhplattler Verein (folk dance group) and the Germania Singers, which perform publicly at festivals, churches, nursing homes, and cultural events.
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Outdoor Recreation Access Promotion 1 activity
- Organizing public volksmarching eventsHosts and promotes regular volksmarch walks in scenic and historic locations throughout the Hudson Valley, encouraging health, fellowship, and trail stewardship.
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Indigenous and Diaspora Cultural Preservation 1 activity
- Preservation and public education on German and German American heritageEngages in ongoing efforts to preserve and educate the public about German and German American culture through historical programming, community events, and educational initiatives.
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Event Venue Rental Services 1 activity
- Providing event space rentalsOffers rental of Germania Hall and an outdoor pavilion for social events, with capacity for up to 140 guests depending on configuration.
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Homeowners Association Management 1 activity
- Stewardship and maintenance of community grounds and facilitiesMaintains a nine-acre property with a soccer field, picnic grounds, and clubhouse; conducts facility improvements such as field lighting installation and clubhouse development.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Providing German language instructionOffers German language classes for community members, including a re-established program for children launched in 2006.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$396K
Contributions & grants$96K24%
Program service revenue$178K45%
Investment income$10K2%
Other revenue$112K
expenses
Total expenses$248K
Program expenses91%
Admin / overhead9%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$827K
Cash$430K
Investments$0
Liabilities$155K
Net assets$672K
Liquid reserves20.8 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +21.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 10
- BRETT MILLER — TRUSTEE
- BRIGIT HORETZ — TRUSTEE
- CAROLYN POWELL — TRUSTEE
- CHRISTINA HAUPTNER — TRUSTEE
- HELGA NOWAK-RAZEY — TRUSTEE
- JOE ULRICH — TRUSTEE
- JOYCE SCHONMANN — TRUSTEE
- KEVIN KIERAN — TRUSTEE
- MARIA BRUHMULLER — TRUSTEE
- MIKE BOZYCZKO — TRUSTEE
relationships · 38
Who they work with
- 101.5 WPDH Partner — Sponsor of Germania Oktoberfest
- AVA Network — Member of the national volksmarching organization in the United States
- Adams Fairacre Farms Partner — FREUND sponsor of Germania Oktoberfest
- Alto Music of Dutchess County Partner — FREUND sponsor of Germania Oktoberfest
- American Legion Partner — Hosted Germania's activities after the club became homeless in 1999, allowing continuation of its programs and events.
- Anita & Harold Heitmann Partner — FREUND sponsor of Germania Oktoberfest
- Arlington High School Engineering Club Partner — Participating vendor at Germania's Christmas market.
- Bobbie & Jim Gordon Partner — FREUND sponsor of Germania Oktoberfest
- Deutscher Chorverband Network — Member organization promoting German choral traditions across affiliated groups.
- Dutchess Beer Distributors Partner — Sponsor of Germania Oktoberfest
- Edelweiss-Passaic Partner — Collaborates with Edelweiss-Passaic, which hosted a workshop that introduced the Besentanz to the Kindergruppe and donated broom props for performances.
- Elks' Lodge Partner — Provided venue space for Germania’s gatherings and events following the 1999 sale of Germania Hall.
- Esther Odescalchi Partner — FREUND sponsor of Germania Oktoberfest
- First Evangelical Lutheran Church Partner — Welcomed Germania into its facilities to host meetings, rehearsals, and celebrations after the loss of Germania Hall.
- George Schmidt Partner — FREUND sponsor of Germania Oktoberfest
- Germania Bar Committee Partner — Donated to the Soccer Field Lighting Project.
- Germania Singers Partner — Donated to the Soccer Field Lighting Project.
- H.G. Page & Sons, Inc. Partner — Gemütlichkeit sponsor of Germania Oktoberfest
- Hudson Harmony II Inc. Partner — Participating vendor at Germania's Christmas market.
- Instant Bath DBA Bath Fitter Partner — Gold sponsor of Germania Oktoberfest
- International Volkssport Federation Network — Part of the global network of volksmarching clubs through affiliation with the IVV
- John P. Kelly Partner — FREUND sponsor of Germania Oktoberfest
- Lino Brajuha Partner — FREUND sponsor of Germania Oktoberfest
- Marlene Heer Partner — Prosit sponsor of Germania Oktoberfest
- Matt’s Autobody Partner — Prosit sponsor of Germania Oktoberfest
- Mill House Brewing Company Partner — Sponsor of Germania Oktoberfest
- Moose Club Partner — Provided temporary space for Germania's meetings, rehearsals, dinners, performances, and celebrations after the sale of Germania Hall in 1999.
- New York State Sängerbund Inc. Network — Active member organization; hosts and participates in state-wide Sängerfests and leadership roles within the network.
- Royal Carting Service Co. Partner — FREUND sponsor of Germania Oktoberfest
- Senior Line Dancers Partner — FREUND sponsor of Germania Oktoberfest
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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.
- Cultural Heritage as Public Educationmethodology: cultural_preservation_and_educationBy offering public cultural programming and historical documentation, we preserve and promote German-American heritage and foster civic understanding, because sustained educational engagement builds ethnic pride and public awareness of cultural contributions.
- Cultural Preservation Through Intergenerational Engagementmethodology: intergenerational_cultural_transmissionBy involving children in traditional adult cultural practices like Schuhplattler dance, we ensure continuity of heritage and deepen community involvement, because shared participation across generations strengthens cultural transmission and belonging.
- Culture-Centered Community Building via Gemütlichkeitmethodology: gemütlichkeitBy designing events around the cultural principle of Gemütlichkeit—emphasizing warmth, conviviality, and inclusivity—we foster community-centered engagement in German heritage, because a welcoming and authentic social atmosphere increases participation and cultural connection.