named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Dog Day + BHA Dog Show
Annual pet-friendly event featuring a dog show, therapy dog meetups, pet services, and family activities centered around local dog owners and animal welfare.
FAD Market
Curated market event showcasing independent makers, designers, and local artisans selling clothing, accessories, and handmade goods.
Montague Knows
Community engagement series where local business owners and neighbors share practical tips and expertise on topics like gardening, wellness, and personal care.
Open Streets
Weekly car-free events on Montague Street featuring family activities, live performances, pop-up vendors, and community services to activate public space and support local businesses.
Walking Tours with McNeil Tours
Guided neighborhood tours highlighting Brooklyn Heights landmarks, history, and architecture, offered in partnership with a local tour operator.
activities · 10 groups
What they do
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Digital Communications and Content Management 1 activity
- Communicates district events and resourcesUses multiple communication channels to inform stakeholders and the public about BID events, resources, projects, and community news to enhance transparency and engagement.
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Historic Building Restoration and Preservation 1 activity
- Develops and maintains district buildingsDevelops and manages buildings along Montague Street with a focus on preserving the architectural integrity of pre-war structures while integrating modern design elements.
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Blood and Marrow Donation Drives 1 activity
- Facilitates community blood drivesPartners with NY Blood Center and St. Ann’s to host and promote community blood drives during Open Streets events, providing space and logistical support for donation efforts.
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Public Space Beautification and Maintenance 1 activity
- Maintains and enhances streetscape aestheticsPlants and maintains hanging baskets, conducts tree care for 50 street trees, installs holiday lighting and garland using over 18 miles of lights, installs decorative banners, and performs seasonal painting of street furniture to enhance the visual appeal and identity of the Montague Street district.
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Business Improvement District Management 1 activity
- Manages and supports commercial activity on Montague StreetSupports and promotes commercial activity across four blocks of Montague Street, including providing assistance to business owners on compliance with landmarks regulations for signs and awnings, and maintaining a directory of local businesses to foster economic vitality.
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Member-Focused Fitness and Wellness Facilities 1 activity
- Operates a fitness studio and retail spaceOperates a fitness studio in Brooklyn Heights offering RUN x LIFT classes, a Fuel Bar, locker rooms, and retail, contributing to the district’s wellness and commercial offerings.
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Supplemental Urban Sanitation Services 1 activity
- Operates sanitation and public space maintenance programsConducts daily litter removal, weed removal, graffiti abatement, power washing, snow removal, and operates a Clean Curbs Program with rodent-proof trash bins in partnership with city agencies to maintain clean, safe, and accessible public spaces along Montague Street.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Organizes and operates Open Streets eventsOrganizes seasonal Open Streets events on Sundays from May through June, closing Montague Street to vehicles and programming public space with family-focused activities, live performances, art programs, walking tours, dog shows, and curated markets to promote community engagement.
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Fire Safety Education & Prevention 1 activity
- Provides emergency public safety informationDistributes emergency fire response and police contact information to the public to support safety awareness in the Montague Street district.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Advocates for neighborhood infrastructure improvementsMonitors and reports damaged street furniture, roadbeds, sidewalks, and signage to city agencies to ensure timely maintenance and improvements to the public infrastructure in the Montague Street area.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$285K
Contributions & grants$285K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$316K
Program expenses77%
Admin / overhead23%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$56K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$72K
Cash$54K
Investments$0
Liabilities$55K
Net assets$16K
Liquid reserves2.1 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -0.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kate Chura | Executive Direc | 20 | $51K |
board members · 9
- Emily Edwards — Board Member
- Enrico Palazio — Board member
- Greg Markman — Board member
- Jessica Mastriano — Board member
- John Usdan — Board member
- Juan G Rivera — Board member
- Melissa Kelly — Board member
- Thomas Calfa — Board member
- Tony Bates — Board member
relationships · 26
Who they work with
- 200 Montague Partner — Property located within the Montague Street BID that exemplifies architectural preservation and modern development.
- 84th Precinct Government — Partners with the NYPD 84th Precinct to provide police emergency contact information.
- Amy Gibbs Partner — Photography services provider
- Barry’s Brooklyn Heights Partner — Fitness studio located within the Montague Street Business Improvement District
- Brooklyn Botanic Garden Network — Recognized Montague Street as the Greenest Commercial Corridor in Brooklyn.
- Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce Partner — Partners to support Brooklyn businesses through shared resources and programs.
- Brooklyn Heights Association Partner — Collaborates on events such as the BHA Dog Show and tree care outreach through its Tree Team.
- Chama Mama Partner — Engages in cultural programming such as Father’s Day khinkali-making workshops and seasonal food sampling during Open Streets.
- City Chemist Partner — Regularly participates in Open Streets events with interactive offerings including hair chalk, skincare demos, custom nails, and pet products.
- Department of Sanitation Government — Partners with the BID on the Clean Curbs Program to improve street cleanliness.
- Department of Transportation Government — Co-pilots the Clean Curbs Program with the BID to enhance waste management and street conditions.
- Engine Company 205, Ladder 118 Partner — Lists Engine Company 205, Ladder 118 as a local fire service provider for emergency response.
- Engine Company 224 Partner — Lists Engine Company 224 as a local fire service provider for emergency response.
- GTHR Yoga Partner — Provides free yoga programming for children and adults during Open Streets events.
- GoodPR Partner — Website design and public relations services provider for the Montague Street Business Improvement District
- GoodPR Partner — Website development and public relations services provider for the Montague Street BID.
- GoodPR Partner — Website development partner
- James Weir Floral Partner — Hired by the BID to plant and maintain tree guard hanging baskets along Montague Street.
- Le Meraviglie Art Studio Partner — Offers weekly free art projects for children during Open Streets programming.
- McNeil Tours Partner — Partners to offer guided walking tours of Brooklyn Heights during Open Streets events.
- NY Blood Center Partner — Co-hosts blood drives on Open Streets in collaboration with St. Ann’s.
- NYC Department of Small Business Services Partner — Collaborates to provide business resources and support services.
- NYC Landmarks Preservation Commission Government — Works with the Commission to ensure business compliance with historic district regulations.
- New York Police Department 84th Precinct Neighborhood Coordination Officers (NCOs) Partner — Collaborates on public safety through Build the Block meetings and ongoing engagement between NCOs and the business community.
- St. Ann & the Holy Trinity Partner — Collaborates to open the church for public visitation during Open Streets events as part of Sacred Sites Open House.
- Willowtown Association Partner — Collaborates with the Montague Street District Management Association on community quality-of-life initiatives and preservation efforts in Brooklyn Heights
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.
- Cleanliness and Maintenance as Social Norms Reinforcementmethodology: cleanliness-for-safetyBy maintaining clean and well-kept public spaces, the organization promotes positive behavioral norms and safety because visible order signals community care and deters disorder, fostering a sense of security and collective responsibility.
- Local Knowledge as Community Infrastructuremethodology: local_knowledge_amplificationBy centering resident and business expertise in programming, the organization deepens neighborhood cohesion and relevance because leveraging local knowledge builds trust, encourages participation, and reinforces a shared sense of ownership over public life.
- Pedestrian-Oriented Public Space for Community and Commercemethodology: open_streets_programBy temporarily removing motor vehicles and creating unstructured, car-free spaces, the organization fosters spontaneous social connection and supports local businesses because accessible, relaxed public environments increase foot traffic, dwell time, and informal engagement among residents and visitors.
- Placemaking through Historic Aesthetics and Livabilitymethodology: placemakingBy preserving historic design elements and enhancing public space aesthetics through year-round beautification, the organization strengthens community identity and economic vitality because a visually cohesive, attractive environment increases resident and visitor attachment, encouraging local commerce and pride.