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CHOOSE COHOES FOR ART INC
Cohoes, NY · EIN 830676237 · Form 990EZ · FY2025 · NTEE A20 · Arts, Culture & Humanities · Micro (<$100K) · choosecohoesforart.org
revenue
$3K
expenses
$2K
net assets
$8K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

Choose Cohoes for Art, Inc is operated exclusively for conducting educational, cultural, and research programs; and engaging in all activities that will further and are consistent with the mission of the Corporation, including, but not limited to, public cultural performances and exhibits, presentations to groups, panel discussions, publication of literature, and public education

profile · synthesized from sources

Choose Cohoes for Art (CCfA) is a nonprofit organization based in Cohoes, NY, founded in 2009 to support local artists and foster cultural vitality in the region. The organization hosts art events and exhibitions, including the annual Cohoes Artist Showcase and the Spindle City Art Walk, which take place in Cohoes and surrounding counties. CCfA promotes community engagement through inclusive art programming that connects artists and audiences across the Capital Region.

named programs · 4 · from sources

What they call their work

Cohoes Artist Showcase
Annual exhibition featuring artwork submitted by both CCfA members and non-members, providing a platform for local artists to display and share their work
In Good Taste
Summer art exhibition exploring the emotional, cultural, and psychological connections between art and food, featuring works in various media and accompanied by a themed culinary event
Palette to Palate
Interactive culinary event paired with the "In Good Taste" exhibition, offering a curated tasting menu and guided discussion that connects food with visual art and personal memory
Spindle City Art Walk
Monthly art walk held on the third Friday from spring to fall, bringing together artists and businesses along Remsen Street in Cohoes to promote cultural engagement
activities · 4 groups

What they do

  • Curated Art Exhibitions and Public Displays 3 activities
    • Conducts monthly public art walks
      Hosts the Spindle City Art Walk monthly from spring to fall on Remsen Street, engaging the public with local art and artists since 2024.
    • Hosts annual and seasonal art exhibitions with food-related themes
      Organizes annual and seasonal art exhibitions, such as the "In Good Taste" Summer Showcase, featuring original works across all mediums centered on the relationship between food and art. The exhibitions include curated public events and are open to artists of all experience levels.
    • Produces public cultural events and receptions
      Hosts opening receptions and public events, including the annual Cohoes Artist Showcase and the "In Good Taste" Summer Showcase, to celebrate local art, culture, and community engagement.
  • Art Appreciation and Public Engagement 1 activity
    • Conducts public cultural education programs
      Delivers public cultural education through performances, exhibits, panel discussions, literature publication, and presentations as part of its educational and research initiatives.
  • Arts Education Professional Development 1 activity
    • Provides artist support workshops
      Offers paid workshops to help artists prepare artwork for exhibition, including installation of hanging hardware.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Organizes interactive culinary-art events with guided discussion
      Hosts interactive culinary events that pair curated tasting menus with guided discussions aligned to concurrent art exhibitions, integrating food and art experiences for attendees.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$3K
Contributions & grants$86330%
Program service revenue$36013%
Investment income$70%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$2K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
balance sheet
Total assets$8K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$8K
4 years on record · 2022–2025 · YoY revenue -64.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025

Who runs it

board members · 8
  • Daniele Calleo — Board Member
  • Dave Koschnick — Board Member
  • Katherine Moser — Board Member
  • Kathy Klompas — Board Member
  • Michael Lattanzio — Board Member
  • Nicole Sallese — Board Member
  • Pauline Daigneault — Board Member
  • Shirley Clarke — Board Member
relationships · 5

Who they work with

  • Junkyard Watchdog Arts Partner — Collaborative arts entity co-founded by board member Dave Koschnick.
  • Mosaic Village Partner — Host venue for the "In Good Taste" art and culinary events.
  • Mosaic Village Partner — Host venue for the "In Good Taste" art exhibition, including art drop-off, display, and pick-up.
  • Mosaic Village Partner — Hosted the "In Good Taste" opening reception and art exhibition.
  • Ragged Edge Printmaking Studio Partner — Studio owned by board member Kathy Klompas that supports regional artists through shared space and collaboration.
strategies · 2

How they approach the work

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  • Community-Driven Co-Creation Model
    methodology: community-driven programming
    By involving the local community in shaping art events and providing inclusive platforms for artists, the organization ensures programming reflects local voices and needs, because participatory design increases relevance, ownership, and sustained engagement.
  • Integrated Art and Cultural Programming
    methodology: integrated_education_and_cultural_programming
    By combining art, cuisine, education, and cultural reflection in public programming, the organization deepens community engagement and fosters shared meaning, because multi-sensory and thematically resonant experiences promote emotional connection and participation.