irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2023
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $208KTHE EDUCATION PROGRAM HOSTS SEVERAL EDUCATIONAL RESIDENCY PROGRAMS FOR YOUNG ARTISTS, EACH ONE FEATURING WORLD CLASS FACULTY. ACTIVITIES INCLUDE MANHATTAN IN THE MOUNTAINS, ORPHEUM DANCE PROJECT AND ACADEMY OF FORTEPIANO. THE SUBSEQUENT INTEGRATION OF PERFORMING ARTS PROGRAMMING BY THE FOUNDATION HAS INCREASED ACADEMIC SUCCESS, FOSTERED LIFE-LONG LEARNING SKILLS, IMPROVED SOCIAL AND INTERPERSONAL INTERACTIONS AND DEVELOPED SKILLS AND POSITIVE ATTITUDES TOWARDS THE ARTS.
- #2 $387KTHE FOUNDATION PUBLISHES THE CATSKILL MOUNTAIN REGION GUIDE MAGAZINE, WITH A MONTHLY READERSHIP OF 15,000. THIS IS A FREE, FULL-COLOR TRAVEL AND TOURISM PUBLICATION AND IS DISTRIBUTED THROUGHOUT THE CATSKILL REGION. CATSKILL MOUNTAIN PRINTING SERVICES PROVIDES PRINTING FOR CUSTOMERS AND OFFERS GRAPHIC DESIGN SERVICES.
named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Art Explorers
Summer program for children focused on sensory-based art and nature exploration at the Sugar Maples campus
Catskill Mountain Region Guide Magazine
Free, full-color travel and tourism publication distributed throughout the Catskill region with a monthly readership of 15,000
Manhattan in the Mountains
Educational residency program featuring world-class faculty for young artists in the performing arts
Mountain Cinema
Film program presenting Hollywood, independent, and foreign films at the Doctorow Center for the Arts in Hunter, NY
Orpheum Dance Project
Residency and performance program for young dancers, including productions like "Cinderella: A New Ballet" at the Orpheum Performing Arts Center
Sugar Maples Center for Creative Arts
Year-round studio workshops in ceramics, painting, drawing, and fiber arts for adults and youth, located in Maplecrest, NY
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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Artist Residencies and Studio Programs 2 activities
- Host artist residencies and educational programsHosts educational residency programs for young and emerging artists, including Manhattan in the Mountains, Orpheum Dance Project, Academy of Fortepiano, and choreographic residencies culminating in public showings. These programs feature world-class faculty and provide performance and training opportunities in dance, music, and theater.
- Support artists through exhibitions, performances, and internshipsSupports artists by providing exhibition, performance, and residency opportunities, and offers internships in ceramics, fibers, and 2D studios during the summer workshop program, enabling emerging artists to assist faculty and gain professional experience.
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Community Art Education Workshops 2 activities
- Offer year-round art workshops and classesProvides year-round studio workshops and classes in ceramics, painting, drawing, fiber arts, and other media taught by nationally recognized artists. Classes are held on campus and serve participants of all ages, with scholarships available for most programs.
- Run summer youth arts programs with scholarshipsOffers summer creative programs for children and youth in art, dance, theater, and writing, featuring hands-on and interactive experiences. Programs include Art Explorers for younger children and specialized workshops in ceramics, fibers, and 2D studio, with scholarships—including the C3 Memorial scholarship—available for those with financial need.
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Architecture and Design Public Education Programs 1 activity
- Host public speaker seriesHosts a Speaker Series featuring experts in visual arts, writing, poetry, architecture, and environmental topics to enrich the community through public talks and discussions.
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Classical and Chamber Music Performances 1 activity
- Operate the Piano Performance MuseumOperates the Piano Performance Museum, which features a unique collection of historic pianos and musical artifacts, and hosts the Academy of Fortepiano Performance Festival with masterclasses, workshops, and performances on historical keyboards.
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Original Dance Performance Production 1 activity
- Present live performances in music, dance, and theaterProduces high-quality live performances in music, dance, and theater at venues including the Orpheum Performing Arts Center and Doctorow Center for the Arts. Programs include original productions such as a ballet adaptation of Cinderella, The Nutcracker, and contemporary works like Come Home by The Chase Brock Experience, as well as touring productions such as The Hound of the Baskervilles.
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Digital Music and Performance Archiving 1 activity
- Produce and present virtual arts programmingOffers virtual programs including recorded performances from its stages and International Fortepiano Salons, expanding access to its artistic offerings beyond in-person audiences.
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Visitor & Business Guide Distribution 1 activity
- Publish and distribute the Catskill Mountain Region GuidePublishes the Catskill Mountain Region Guide, a free, full-color monthly magazine focused on arts, culture, tourism, dining, lodging, local artists, and regional history. It reaches a monthly readership of 15,000 and is distributed throughout Greene County, northern Ulster County, Delaware County, and at the Empire State Plaza in Albany.
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Film Festival and Screening Programming 1 activity
- Show films to the public year-roundShows over 70 films annually at the Doctorow Center for the Arts in Hunter, NY, including Hollywood, foreign, independent, and classic films in high definition, digital surround sound, and 3D formats. Screenings include both ticketed and free community events such as Picnic at Hanging Rock (1975) and Mending the Line.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Operate a sustainable farm and gift storeOperates a farm using the Natural Agriculture method taught by Shumei and runs a multicultural gift store offering sustainable products and “tools for life” from around the world, integrating ecological and cultural values into its campus operations.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$2.78M
Contributions & grants$1.73M62%
Program service revenue$663K24%
Investment income$12K0%
Other revenue$378K
expenses
Total expenses$3.37M
Program expenses86%
Admin / overhead12%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$1.13M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$10.03M
Cash$314K
Investments$0
Liabilities$3.38M
Net assets$6.65M
Liquid reserves1.1 mo
2 years on record · 2020–2023 · YoY revenue +31.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| CANDY MCKEE | SECRETARY/DIRECTOR OF ADMI | 40 | $70K |
board members · 14
- ALICE CUNNINGHAM — DIRECTOR
- DAVID KASHMAN — DIRECTOR
- JEFFREY B FERRIS — DIRECTOR
- JEFFREY LANGFORD — VICE PRESIDENT
- JOANNE POLK — VICE PRESIDENT
- LAUREN KASHMAN — DIRECTOR
- MYRA GARCIA — DIRECTOR
- NORMAN A ROSS — TREASURER
- PETER FINN — CHAIRMAN
- PHYLLIS PARRISH — DIRECTOR
- SARAH FINN — PRESIDENT
- SARAH SLUTZKY — DIRECTOR
- SCOTT D WIDMEYER — DIRECTOR
- TAYLOR GRAY — DIRECTOR
relationships · 18
Who they work with
- Aquila Theatre Company Partner — Partners to present a stage adaptation of The Hound of the Baskervilles at the Orpheum Performing Arts Center.
- Catskill Mountain Foundation Network — Sugar Maples Center for Creative Arts operates as a program of the Catskill Mountain Foundation.
- Catskill Mountain Printing Services Partner — Provides printing and graphic design services for the Foundation's publications.
- Chase Brock Partner — Company participated in two artist residencies at CMF in 2009 and 2017
- Doctorow Center for the Arts Partner — Hosts workshops for The Music Oasis retreat in Hunter.
- Joshua Lambert Partner — Collaborated with director Joshua Lambert on the presentation of "Mending the Line".
- Maude Adams Theater Hub Partner — Collaborates on theater productions including Kimberly Akimbo and V Season at venues in Hunter, NY.
- New York State Council on the Arts Government — Primary funder supporting CMF's programs through grants from the Office of the Governor and New York State Legislature.
- Orpheum Dance Program Partner — Collaborates with the Orpheum Dance Program to produce and present original ballet performances.
- Orpheum Performing Arts Center Partner — Venue for the culminating public performance of The Music Oasis retreat in Tannersville.
- Shumei Partner — Teaches the Natural Agriculture method used by the foundation on its farm.
- The Chase Brock Experience Partner — Collaborates to present the world premiere of Come Home at the Orpheum Performing Arts Center.
- Trisha Brown Dance Company Partner — Hosts performances by the Trisha Brown Dance Company at the Orpheum Performing Arts Center.
- Twelfth Night Ensemble Partner — Presents concerts featuring the Twelfth Night Ensemble and fortepianist Yi-heng Yang.
- Twyla Tharp Dance Partner — Hosted the company for two artist residencies at CMF facilities
- Windham Chamber Music Festival Partner — Longstanding collaborative relationship with ongoing artistic partnerships
- Windham Festival Chamber Orchestra Partner — Hosts performances by the Windham Festival Chamber Orchestra at the Orpheum Performing Arts Center.
- Works & Process at the Guggenheim Partner — Presented the Trisha Brown Dance Company performance in partnership with Works & Process at the Guggenheim.
strategies · 5
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 Integration in Education for Holistic Developmentmethodology: arts-integration-in-educationBy integrating performing arts into education, the organization increases academic success and improves social interactions, because artistic engagement supports cognitive, emotional, and social growth in learners.
- Arts as Cognition and Critical Thinkingmethodology: arts-as-cognitionBy engaging individuals in artistic practice, the organization fosters cognitive processing, critical thinking, and problem-solving, because creative work is understood as a form of intellectual inquiry and knowledge production.
- Arts-Based Healing Through Narrative and Naturemethodology: arts-based_healingBy using storytelling and film centered on veteran mental health and intergenerational relationships in natural settings, the organization supports healing, because narrative expression combined with nature access facilitates emotional recovery and connection.
- Integrated Arts Programming for Community Transformationmethodology: integrated-arts-programmingBy combining high-quality performances, artist residencies, and arts education, the organization creates transformative community impact, because integrated programming amplifies individual artistic development and collective cultural engagement.
- Music as a Bridge for Community Buildingmethodology: music-as-bridgeBy using immersive music retreats and collaborative creation, the organization brings together diverse individuals to foster personal and communal transformation, because shared musical experiences build connection across differences.