irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2021
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $0TO ALLOW THE COMMUNITY TO HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO VISIT AND LEARN ABOUT THE AMISTAD SHIP.
named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
Camera Obscura Support
Funds staffing and signage for the Camera Obscura, a historic optical device and public art installation in Mitchell Park.
Free Carousel Rides
Sponsors free rides on the Mitchell Park carousel for children 12 and under during special events and seasonal celebrations.
Greenport Farmers' Market Music Sponsorship
Provides funding for live music during the Greenport Farmers' Market to enhance the community experience.
Juneteenth Celebration Support
Funds performances and programming for the annual Juneteenth celebration hosted by the Clinton Memorial AME Zion Church in Mitchell Park.
Matching Grant for Ice Rink
Offers a matching grant to support the fundraising efforts of the ice rink committee to rebuild a permanent skating rink in Mitchell Park.
Shakespeare in the Park
Provides financial support for Northeast Stage’s outdoor theater productions in Mitchell Park, including performances of Othello and The Taming of the Shrew.
Tai Chi in the Park
Free weekly Tai Chi sessions held in Mitchell Park, offered as a recurring community wellness program supported by the organization.
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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Urban Park and Public Space Conservation 2 activities
- Maintaining and enhancing park installationsSupports public art and educational installations in Mitchell Park, including the Sky Piano for community use and the Story Walk featuring children's literature, as well as facilitating the replacement and preservation of Carousel artwork.
- Operating Mitchell Park as a community venueOperates Mitchell Park in Greenport, NY as a year-round public space for maritime and community events, including adaptations during the Covid-19 pandemic to comply with health and safety regulations.
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Art Museum Funding and Support 1 activity
- Funding educational, artistic, and cultural programs in Mitchell ParkProvides financial support through grants for educational, artistic, and cultural activities, assemblies, or projects in Mitchell Park that align with its mission and benefit the public, including Village-approved events and reimbursing documented expenses for approved projects.
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Capital Infrastructure Funding 1 activity
- Funding reconstruction of the Mitchell Park skating rinkProvides matching grants to support fundraising efforts for the rebuilding of a permanent ice skating rink in Mitchell Park.
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Ice Rink Operations and Winter Sports Programming 1 activity
- Hosting free ice skating events for youthOrganizes and sponsors Free Skate Sunday events, providing free skating entry and rentals for youth; supported 89 skaters in 2019, 241 in 2022, and sponsored 60 youth skaters in 2022, with events held in 2019, 2020, 2022, and 2023.
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Community Wellness Movement Classes 1 activity
- Hosting weekly Tai Chi classesHosts weekly Tai Chi classes every Saturday during the summer months (May–October) at Mitchell Park, with documented sessions from 2019 to 2022.
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Inclusive Social & Recreational Events 1 activity
- Providing free carousel rides for childrenSponsors free carousel rides for children aged 12 and under at multiple events annually in Mitchell Park, including ongoing support and special events.
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Free Outdoor Music Concerts 1 activity
- Sponsoring live music and performances in the parkSponsors live music at the Greenport Farmers' Market on Saturday mornings and supports public performances such as Shakespeare in the Park and Juneteenth celebrations in partnership with community organizations.
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Recreational Boating and Sailing Programs 1 activity
- Supporting educational programming on the Amistad replicaProvides community access to educational programming about the Amistad ship, including classroom instruction and onboard sailing experiences for seventh graders from Greenport and Southold.
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Art Appreciation and Public Engagement 1 activity
- Supporting public access to the Camera ObscuraSponsors signage and staffing for the Camera Obscura in Mitchell Park to increase public access and educational engagement.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$60K
Contributions & grants$32K53%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$23K38%
Other revenue$6K
expenses
Total expenses$45K
Program expenses84%
Admin / overhead16%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$28K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$974K
Cash$34K
Investments$940K
Liabilities$0
Net assets$974K
Liquid reserves262.1 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +49.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 3
- BOB MILLS — DIRECTOR
- DIANE MULVANEY — DIRECTOR
- SUZANNE DONOVAN — DIRECTOR
relationships · 17
Who they work with
- Clinton Memorial AME Zion Church Partner — Collaborated with the Friends of Mitchell Park to present performances at the Juneteenth celebration in Mitchell Park.
- Discovering Amistad Partner — Sponsored educational programs conducted by Discovering Amistad for local middle school students.
- Floyd Memorial Library Partner — Collaborated on the Brady Rymer concert in Mitchell Park in June 2022.
- Greenport Business Improvement District Partner — Collaborates on promoting ongoing activities in Greenport.
- Greenport Village Partner — Co-sponsored Free Skate Sunday and collaborated on park programming.
- Greenport Village Partner — Collaborated with Greenport Village to sponsor Free Skate Sunday and support Monday Night Dances in the Park.
- Greenport Village Partner — Collaborates with Friends Of Mitchell Park to host Free Skate Sunday for youth.
- Greenport Village Partner — Collaborates with the organization on park-related projects and event approvals.
- Greenport Village Board of Trustees Government — Requires applicants to obtain prior approval from the Village Board for events or assemblies in Mitchell Park.
- Greenport Village Carousel Committee Partner — Partnered to commission and install original artwork in the Greenport Village Carousel.
- Northeast Stage Partner — Contributed to the 2022 Shakespeare in the Park production of "The Taming of the Shrew".
- Northeast Stage Partner — Provided financial support for Northeast Stage’s Shakespeare in the Park production of "Measure for Measure".
- Northeast Stage Partner — Supports Northeast Stage's 2025 production of Othello as part of Shakespeare in the Park.
- Northforker Partner — Collaborates on public outreach by linking to articles about park features such as the Camera Obscura.
- Village authorities Government — Approves events supported by the organization in Mitchell Park.
- Village of Greenport Government — Approves events in Mitchell Park for which funding may be requested through Friends of Mitchell Park
- Village of Greenport Government — Follows Village-defined Covid safety procedures for programming
strategies · 4
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.
- Adaptive Programming for Public Health Resiliencemethodology: adaptive_programming_during_public_health_crisesBy adapting in-person programs to remote formats and modifying activities based on public health guidance, the organization maintains community engagement during crises because flexible, health-informed programming sustains trust and continuity of access.
- Collaborative Partnership Model with Local Governmentmethodology: collaborative_partnership_with_local_governmentBy partnering with Greenport Village administration while maintaining organizational independence, the organization enhances the reach and legitimacy of park initiatives because collaboration leverages public resources and approvals without compromising mission-driven programming.
- Community Wellness through Recurring Public Programmingmethodology: community-wellness_programmingBy offering recurring, accessible wellness and cultural activities like Tai Chi and public art installations in the park, the organization fosters sustained community engagement and well-being because predictable, inclusive programming lowers barriers to participation and strengthens public attachment to shared spaces.
- Grantmaking with Community and Government Alignmentmethodology: mission-aligned_grantmakingBy providing financial support for educational, artistic, and cultural events in Mitchell Park that are aligned with the organization's mission and approved by village authorities, the organization increases community engagement and park vitality because shared governance and mission alignment ensure relevance, sustainability, and public trust.