irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2025
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $60KPUBLIC PARKS - MAINTENANCE OF TWO PUBLIC PARKS IN DOWNTOWN JAMESTOWN, NEW YORK
- #2 $22KHISTORICAL SURVEY
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
ArtScape Jamestown
Outdoor public art gallery displaying works by local and regional artists on banners throughout downtown Jamestown, accompanied by an original art show and walking tour brochure.
Jamestown Public Market
Weekly market held every Saturday from June to October featuring fresh produce, baked goods, artisan goods, gourmet coffee, and lunch in downtown Jamestown.
Paint Jamestown
Program providing Jamestown residents with historic color schemes for painting the exteriors of their properties to support neighborhood revitalization and aesthetic coherence.
Third Thursday Jamestown
Monthly summer event series featuring live music, theater, and entertainment at Winter Garden Plaza, with a pre-event "Jumpstart" promoting downtown businesses.
Up Close Jamestown
Initiative to increase tourism and highlight local dining, events, attractions, and hospitality options for visitors and residents.
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Neighborhood Revitalization Initiatives 2 activities
- Advances neighborhood revitalization through planning and partnershipsImplements neighborhood revitalization guided by the czb Healthy Neighborhood plans adopted in 2010. Conducted the Unite North Main Street initiative to produce a data-driven plan for corridor improvements focusing on identity, beautification, and functionality using Complete Streets and Smart Growth principles.
- Conducts research to inform community development and revitalizationCommissions and conducts studies such as the "City of Jamestown: A Livable Community" and historical surveys of architectural assets to guide neighborhood and downtown revitalization. Also conducted a feasibility study for hotel market demand in support of tourism development.
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Strategic Planning and Organizational Development 1 activity
- Conducts organizational evaluation for future community development strategiesInitiated an organizational evaluation in 2025 to assess future pathways and strengthen its role in community development and revitalization efforts.
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Business Improvement District Management 1 activity
- Implements downtown revitalization through public-private partnershipLeads downtown revitalization in Jamestown, NY through implementation of the Jamestown Urban Design Plan as a public-private partnership established in 2006. Activities include building improvements, public space development, and economic development initiatives.
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Curated Art Exhibitions and Public Displays 1 activity
- Manages public art and cultural programming in downtown JamestownCreates and operates ArtScape Jamestown, an outdoor public gallery displaying local artists' work on banners on light posts. Installs 60 original artworks with a focus on including youth artists, and distributes walking tour brochures to promote public art engagement.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Operates public spaces and community events in downtown JamestownManages Winter Garden Plaza as a venue for community events, performances, and markets. Organizes free monthly live music and entertainment from May to September, and operates the weekly Jamestown Public Market from June to October featuring local vendors and special activities.
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Regional Tourism Promotion 1 activity
- Promotes tourism and local economic developmentOperates Up Close Jamestown to promote tourism through dining, events, and hospitality. Engaged a consultant to develop a promotional campaign and assess market demand for boutique meetings and conferences to grow the local tourism economy.
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Historic Site Designation Advocacy 1 activity
- Supports historic preservation and property improvementsWorks with the State Historic Preservation Office to expand historic district eligibility and facilitate access to tax credits. Provides historic color scheme guidance to property owners and supported $88,000 in approved improvements to historic properties in the Lakeview Historic District.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$274K
Contributions & grants$265K97%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$3030%
Other revenue$8K
expenses
Total expenses$481K
Program expenses76%
Admin / overhead24%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$110K
Grants paid out$201K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$866K
Cash$342K
Investments$0
Liabilities$272
Net assets$865K
Liquid reserves8.5 mo
6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue -22.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
board members · 9
- CRYSTAL SURDYK — DIRECTOR
- DAVID NILES — DIRECTOR
- ELLEN SHADLE — SECRETARY
- JOHN FELTON — TREASURER
- KIM ECKLUND — CO-CHAIRPERSON
- LUKE FODOR — CO-CHAIRPERSON
- NANCY GLEASON — DIRECTOR
- NOAH GOODLING — VICE-CHAIRPERSON
- STEVE SANDBERG — DIRECTOR
relationships · 44
Who they work with
- AECOM Technical Services, Inc. Partner — Conducted the Downtown Jamestown Economic Development Strategy study on behalf of the Gebbie Foundation, with relevance to Jamestown Renaissance Corporation’s planning work.
- Bero Associates Partner — Conducted the City of Jamestown Historical Survey Report commissioned by Jamestown Renaissance Corporation.
- CHQ Chamber Partner — Supports the “Jumpstart to Third Thursday” pre-event to promote downtown businesses.
- Chautauqua Art Gallery Partner — Co-hosts the ArtScape Original Art Show and collaborates on displaying and selling artwork.
- Chautauqua Art Gallery Partner — Host sponsor for ArtScape, displaying original artworks and coordinating artists and banner production.
- Chautauqua County Partner — Collaborates with JRC on the Jamestown Meetings and Conferences Initiative.
- Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce Partner — Collaborates with JRC on the Jamestown Meetings and Conferences Initiative.
- Chautauqua County Industrial Development Agency Partner — Collaborated on the Chadakoin River Strategic Business Plan.
- Chautauqua County Visitors Bureau Partner — Collaborates with JRC on the Jamestown Meetings and Conferences Initiative.
- City of Jamestown Government — Implements the City’s Urban Design Plan as part of downtown revitalization efforts.
- City of Jamestown Government — Manages the Winter Garden Plaza in partnership with the Jamestown Renaissance Corporation as a public venue in downtown Jamestown.
- City of Jamestown Partner — Collaborates with JRC on the Jamestown Meetings and Conferences Initiative.
- City of Jamestown Partner — Local government partner responsible for overseeing neighborhood-based initiatives, including the Renaissance Block Challenge.
- City of Jamestown Partner — Partnered on multiple planning initiatives including the Chadakoin River Strategic Business Plan, Local Waterfront Revitalization Program, and Unite North Main Street.
- City of Jamestown Partner — Public partner in the public-private partnership established to implement the Jamestown Urban Plan.
- City of Jamestown Parks Department Partner — Partner in the ArtScape program, supporting the installation of public art banners in downtown Jamestown.
- City of Jamestown Parks Department Partner — Partners on the installation and maintenance of public art banners in downtown Jamestown.
- City of Jamestown, New York Government — Collaborates with the City of Jamestown to implement urban design and neighborhood revitalization plans.
- Community Foundation Funder — Primary funder of neighborhood programs and staffing
- Destination Services, LLC Partner — Engaged by JRC to conduct a feasibility study and analysis of hotel market demand for meetings and conferences in 2025.
- Gebbie Foundation Funder — Financial supporter of the Third Thursday Jamestown event series.
- Gebbie Foundation Partner — Collaborated on the Chadakoin River Strategic Business Plan and supported the Downtown Jamestown Economic Development Strategy.
- Gebbie Foundation Partner — Collaborates with JRC on the Jamestown Meetings and Conferences Initiative.
- Gebbie Foundation Partner — Partner organization guiding economic development efforts in the Urban Core during JRC's transitional phase.
- Infinity Visual & Performing Arts Partner — Sponsors the youth category for ArtScape Jamestown.
- Jamestown City Council Government — Adopted the czb Healthy Neighborhood plans guiding the committee's work
- Jamestown Urban Renewal Agency Partner — Collaborated on the Chadakoin River Strategic Business Plan.
- Johnson, Lenna, Sheldon Foundation Funder — Primary funder of neighborhood programs and staffing
- Live CHQ Partner — Supporting partner in the production of the Third Thursday Jamestown event series.
- MegaSound Partner — Technical partner providing sound systems for the Third Thursday Jamestown event series.
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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 and Culture as Engines of Economic Revitalizationmethodology: art-led_economic_revitalizationBy integrating public art, cultural programming, and place-based identity into downtown development, the organization stimulates economic activity and community pride because cultural assets attract visitors, encourage local business engagement, and create emotionally resonant public spaces that strengthen attachment to place.
- Historic Preservation as an Economic Catalystmethodology: historic_preservation_tax_incentivesBy promoting historic district designation and access to preservation tax credits, the organization incentivizes private property reinvestment because financial benefits lower renovation barriers and catalyze broader neighborhood stabilization and economic growth.
- Holistic Urban Design Using Complete Streets and Smart Growthmethodology: complete_streetsBy applying Complete Streets and Smart Growth principles, the organization improves walkability and transportation equity to support broader revitalization goals because safer, more accessible streetscapes encourage pedestrian activity, benefit local businesses, and promote sustainable development patterns.
- Public-Private Partnerships for Urban Revitalizationmethodology: public-private_partnershipBy leveraging public-private partnerships, the organization drives urban revitalization because collaboration between public and private sectors mobilizes shared resources, expertise, and investment to implement physical and economic renewal initiatives in downtown Jamestown.
- Research-Driven and Stakeholder-Informed Planningmethodology: research-driven_planningBy commissioning community planning studies and using stakeholder-driven processes, the organization ensures that revitalization efforts reflect community identity and functional needs because inclusive data collection and collaborative input lead to more sustainable and locally resonant outcomes.