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NENY AREA ASSOCIATION
AMSTERDAM, NY · EIN 141766396 · Form 990EZ · FY2024 · NTEE F60 · Mental Health & Crisis Intervention · Micro (<$100K) · nenyaa.org
revenue
$56K
expenses
$61K
net assets
$16K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

To establish and maintain Alcoholics Anonymous 12 step area programs for recovering alcoholics.

profile · synthesized from sources

NENY Area Association supports Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) recovery efforts across upstate New York by organizing and maintaining local AA meetings. The organization facilitates access to 12-step programs for individuals recovering from alcoholism through a decentralized network of in-person and online meetings. It operates across multiple counties and districts, providing logistical and structural support to autonomous AA groups.

named programs · 4 · from sources

What they call their work

District-Based Meeting Network
Organizes AA meetings into 20 geographic districts across upstate New York, each with local coordination and support structures.
Online Meeting Support
Facilitates virtual AA meetings accessible to participants regardless of physical location, expanding access during disruptions or for remote attendees.
Specialty Meetings
Hosts targeted meetings for specific populations including women, LGBTQ+ individuals, young people, Spanish speakers, and secular/agnostic participants.
Today's AA Meetings
Online directory and scheduling tool for Alcoholics Anonymous meetings across NENY Area 48, enabling users to search by location, time, format (in-person or online), and meeting type.
activities · 3 groups

What they do

  • 12-Step Recovery Support Services 4 activities
    • Conduct research and publish guidance on A.A. operations
      Produces reports on hybrid meetings and reopening procedures for A.A. groups through ad hoc committees, providing operational guidance for groups in Northeast New York.
    • Facilitate Alcoholics Anonymous meetings
      Supports over 800 A.A. groups conducting more than 1,200 weekly in-person, virtual, and hybrid meetings across multiple counties in northeastern New York, including regular district meetings and special events such as monthly and holiday gatherings.
    • Maintain digital platforms for A.A. communication and access
      Operates public websites including The GSR Forum and The Delegate Connection, provides access to district websites, and offers online tools such as a sobriety calculator and a daily quote subscription service to support recovery and engagement.
    • Operate peer support and meeting access services
      Provides a 24/7 hotline to connect individuals with local A.A. meetings or peer-led support for recovery from alcoholism, open to anyone with a desire to stop drinking, and hosts a weekly open A.A. meeting every Wednesday at Noon Eastern available via Zoom and podcast.
  • Regional Chapter Network Support 1 activity
    • Organize regional A.A. governance structure
      Manages organizational growth by structuring operations into 19 geographical districts, up from 10 in 1974, to support local group coordination and service delivery.
  • Organizational Newsletter Production and Distribution 1 activity
    • Produce and distribute A.A. literature and educational materials
      Publishes and distributes A.A. literature including the Big Book, historical materials, and translated works; maintains a literature catalog; and produces newsletters such as Box 4-5-9 and Markings for members and archivists, featuring service updates, member stories, and historical content.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$56K
Contributions & grants$56K100%
Program service revenue——
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expenses
Total expenses$61K
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balance sheet
Total assets$16K
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Net assets$16K
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +19.4%
relationships · 26

Who they work with

  • AA Network — Member publication of Alcoholics Anonymous, supporting the dissemination of recovery stories and service principles.
  • ATHENS COMMUNITY CENTER Partner — Hosts the Youth Enjoying Sobriety (YES) Group.
  • Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc. Government — Area 48 operates within the AA Conference Structure and references AA World Services as the governing body for the AA fellowship.
  • Area 48 Network — Member of Area 48, a regional administrative unit of Alcoholics Anonymous
  • Capital District Recovery Center Partner — Hosts in-person and online AA meetings
  • Club 12 Partner — Hosts AA meetings
  • Gallagher’s Partner — Hosts multiple A.A. meetings including the Cairo Second Chance Group and Women’s Candle Light Reflections Group.
  • General Service Conference Network — Area 48 is represented annually at the General Service Conference in New York City.
  • General Service Office Network — Connected to the international Alcoholics Anonymous network through registration with the General Service Office
  • General Service Office of the U.S. and Canada Network — Produces and distributes official A.A. newsletters including About A.A., Box 4-5-9, and Markings in coordination with the General Service Office.
  • HMB Area 48 Network — District 1 is part of HMB Area 48, a larger AA administrative region.
  • High Hill Methodist Church Partner — Hosts the Just For Today Group and Into Action meeting.
  • High Hill United Methodist Church Partner — Hosts the Into Action meeting on Saturdays.
  • Kaaterskill United Methodist Partner — Hosts The Way Out Group meetings on Tuesday and Friday evenings.
  • Kiskatom Reformed Church Partner — Hosts the Palenville Step Group.
  • Living Faith Community Church Partner — Hosts the No Matter What Group in Maple Crest, NY.
  • Mohawk Valley Alano Club Partner — Hosts AA meetings at its facility
  • RYAN House Sober Club Partner — Hosts AA meetings at its facility
  • Sacred Heart Church – classroom Partner — Hosts The Original East Durham Group in Cairo, NY.
  • Schenectady Clubhouse Partner — Hosts AA meetings at its facility
  • St. John the Baptist Church Partner — Hosts multiple A.A. meetings including the Higher Power Group and Original Greenville Group.
  • St. Luke’s Church Partner — Hosts the Original Leeds Group in Catskill, NY.
  • St. Marys Church Partner — Hosts the Coxsackie Gratitude Group.
  • St. Theresa’s Catholic Church Partner — Hosts the Windham Sunday Night Group and Mt. Top Serenity Group.
  • The Delegate Connection Partner — Collaborates with NENY Area Association to connect delegates within the AA region.
  • The GSR Forum Partner — Operates in connection with NENY Area Association to support General Service Representatives.
strategies · 5

How they approach the work

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  • Education Through A.A. Literature
    methodology: education-through-literature
    By distributing and promoting A.A. literature, the organization deepens understanding of recovery principles and history because structured educational content reinforces program fidelity and supports personal and group growth.
  • Geographic and Delegated Service Structure
    methodology: conference_structure_intermediary
    By organizing local groups within a defined geographic and delegate-based service structure, the organization links grassroots recovery efforts to regional and global A.A. governance because representative participation ensures alignment with A.A. traditions while supporting local autonomy.
  • Hybrid Accessibility Model
    methodology: hybrid_access_model
    By offering both in-person and virtual meeting options, the organization increases participation and continuity of care in recovery because flexible access removes geographic and logistical barriers while maintaining the integrity of peer support.
  • Peer-Led 12-Step Recovery Model
    methodology: peer_support_recovery
    By facilitating peer-led sharing of experience, strength, and hope through the 12-step program, the organization supports sustained recovery from alcoholism because mutual identification and relational accountability within a shared lived-experience community produce higher engagement and long-term sobriety outcomes.
  • Self-Supporting Fellowship Model
    methodology: self_supporting_model
    By relying exclusively on voluntary member contributions and avoiding external funding or institutional affiliation, the organization preserves autonomy and integrity in recovery work because financial independence reinforces program credibility and reduces external influence on peer-led processes.