irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $1.19MTANF Summer Youth - Program to provide full-wage subsidized summer employment to eligible participants.
- #2 $273KTANF Self-sufficiency (County) - Operation of two centers which provide a full array of employment related services to temporary assistance recipients.
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
American Job Centers
Network of service centers in Jamestown and Dunkirk offering job placement, skill assessment, training referrals, and labor market information to job seekers and employers.
Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP)
Provides full-wage subsidized summer employment to Chautauqua County youth ages 14-20 who meet income eligibility guidelines.
TANF Self-sufficiency (County)
Operates two centers providing comprehensive employment-related services to temporary assistance recipients.
Youth Employment Program (YEP)
Year-round employment program for TANF-eligible youth ages 14-20, combining work experience, education, and career exploration to reduce gun violence and criminal justice involvement.
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Workforce Readiness Training 5 activities
- Connect employers with trained job seekers and underutilized talent poolsLinks employers with qualified candidates trained in in-demand skills, including individuals from underutilized talent pools such as youth, veterans, ex-offenders, and people experiencing homelessness, through coordinated referrals from partner organizations.
- Deliver employer-focused workforce support servicesProvides employers in western New York and Pennsylvania with free job posting services, candidate pre-screening based on employer-defined criteria, application intake, interview space, and access to hiring incentives such as wage reimbursement and tax credits. Supports workforce training needs assessment and connects employers with training providers.
- Deliver training and skill development services for job seekersProvides Individual Training Accounts and coordinates access to over 50 certified training programs in Chautauqua County and Western New York to help job seekers acquire or upgrade skills for in-demand occupations. Includes support for unemployment claim filing, eligibility evaluation, and career development workshops.
- Facilitate job search through online platforms and resourcesProvides job seekers with access to current job openings in Chautauqua County and surrounding areas through the New York State Job Bank and the American Job Exchange platform. Also offers curated lists of external job search websites and online skills refresher resources in math and reading to support employment readiness.
- Operate American Job Centers for workforce servicesOperates two centers in Chautauqua County that provide employment-related services to temporary assistance recipients and job seekers, including access to thousands of job postings via the American Job Exchange platform, resume development, career counseling, job search support, and workshops on resume writing, cover letters, and interview preparation.
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Supported Employment for Developmental Disabilities 2 activities
- Build cross-agency partnerships to expand employment servicesDevelops partnerships with local agencies to coordinate employment-related services, expand job placement opportunities, and enhance service delivery for individuals with disabilities and other specialized populations.
- Provide targeted employment services for individuals with disabilitiesDelivers employment support to Social Security beneficiaries aged 18–64 with disabilities through the Ticket to Work Program, including resume development, interview preparation, job placement assistance, and referrals to benefits planning, housing, transportation, child care, and workplace accommodations.
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Clean Energy Workforce Training 1 activity
- Administer clean energy workforce transition trainingOperates the OJET RETI program to provide training and funding for workers transitioning from fossil fuel jobs to clean energy roles in weatherization, building performance, and retrofitting.
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Youth Workforce Readiness Programs 1 activity
- Administer subsidized youth employment programsProvides full-wage subsidized summer employment and year-round 20-week job opportunities for youth ages 14–20 in Chautauqua County across sectors including government, healthcare, nonprofits, and retail. Offers paid work experience, occupational skills training, mentoring, and financial incentives for milestone achievement such as employment retention, college enrollment, or obtaining a High School Equivalency (HSE).
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Nonprofit Internship Programs 1 activity
- Coordinate job fairs and internship programs for regional workforce developmentPlans and coordinates targeted or general job fairs to increase employer hiring volume or workforce diversity. Operates the Chautauqua Advancement Project, an internship program designed to attract and retain young professionals in the region.
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College Access and Success Support 1 activity
- Support youth career and post-secondary successProvides college-bound youth and young adults with career exploration, tutoring, financial literacy training, and support for post-secondary education. Offers financial incentives (e.g., $100 or more) for achieving milestones such as college enrollment or HSE attainment, and supplies work clothes and driver’s permit/license support to remove employment barriers.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$3.65M
Contributions & grants$3.52M97%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$8390%
Other revenue$123K
expenses
Total expenses$3.42M
Program expenses97%
Admin / overhead3%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$781K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$1.00M
Cash$374K
Investments$0
Liabilities$319K
Net assets$686K
Liquid reserves1.3 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +39.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kathleen Geise | Executive Director | 40 | $117K |
| Cheryl Lawson MBA | CFO | 38 | $88K |
board members · 23
- Amber Blashak — Director
- Angel Garcia — Director
- Candace Pacitti — Director
- Christina Lyon — Director
- Christine Emmick — Secretary
- Dan Smith — Director
- Daniel Heitzenrater — Director
- David Pihl — Director
- Frank McAndrew — Director
- Grant Umberger — Director
- Heather Brown — Director
- Heather Turner — Director
- John Healy — Director
- Kent Joesel — Director
- Marie Carrubba Esq — Director
- Michael Pease — Vice Chair
- Michelle Jones — Treasurer
- Paul Stage CFP — Chair
- Rich Dixon — Director
- Richard Ryan — Director
- Todd Tranum — Director
- Vincent Trippi — Director
- William Smock — Director
relationships · 45
Who they work with
- American Job Center Network — Chautauqua Works operates as the American Job Center, providing access to a national network of workforce development services.
- American Job Center Partner — Hosts the Disability Resource Coordinator and provides access to career resources, job listings, and employment services.
- American Job Exchange Partner — Partner organization providing access to job postings and career management tools for job seekers.
- American Job Exchange Partner — Partner platform providing access to job postings and career management tools for job seekers.
- American Job Exchange Partner — Partners to offer job seekers access to thousands of job postings and career management tools.
- American Job Exchange Partner — Partners with American Job Exchange to provide job seekers with access to job postings and career management tools.
- Bryant & Stratton Partner — Training provider partner offering educational programs for job seekers.
- CCIDA/CCDED Partner — Economic development partner organization
- CHRIC Partner — Non-mandated partner organization
- COI Partner — Non-mandated partner organization
- Career Systems Development Partner — Partner organization operating the American Job Centers under the Chautauqua Works brand.
- Chautauqua County Government — Operates workforce development programs in partnership with Chautauqua County, NY.
- Chautauqua County Department of Social Services Partner — Provides disability, health, and human services support in coordination with Chautauqua Works.
- Chautauqua Opportunities, Inc. (COI) Partner — Partner organization offering transitional supportive services to individuals in need.
- City of Dunkirk DOD Partner — Economic development partner organization (Department of Development)
- City of Jamestown DOD Partner — Economic development partner organization (Department of Development)
- Dunkirk City Schools Partner — Non-mandated partner organization
- Empire Development Zone Partner — Economic development partner organization
- Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES Partner — Training provider partner offering workforce development programs.
- Jamestown Business College Partner — Non-mandated partner organization
- Jamestown Community College Partner — Economic development partner organization (Small Business Development)
- Jamestown Community College Partner — Partner institution providing counseling and career development services to students and alumni.
- Jamestown Community College Partner — Training provider partner offering postsecondary education and career training.
- Learning Disabilities Association Partner — Non-mandated partner organization
- Literacy Volunteers Partner — Non-mandated partner organization
- Local Workforce Development Boards Partner — Collaborates with LWDBs to deliver OJET RETI training initiatives across the region.
- NYS Department of Labor Government — Collaborates to provide access to the New York State Job Bank for local job openings.
- NYS Department of Labor Government — Collaborates with the NYS Department of Labor to connect job seekers to the New York State Job Bank.
- NYS Department of Labor Partner — Collaborates to provide access to job opportunities through the New York State Job Bank.
- NYS Department of Labor Partner — Collaborates to provide unemployment insurance and job services to job seekers.
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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.
- Business-Led Workforce Alignmentmethodology: business_led_workforce_developmentBy structuring workforce development as a business-led, market-driven system with private-sector majority governance, the organization ensures training and services align with real labor market demands, improving employment outcomes because employer needs directly shape program design and priorities.
- Client-Centered Career Navigationmethodology: youth_navigator_modelBy using youth navigators and centralized referral systems to connect individuals to education, training, and support services, the organization improves access and engagement because personalized guidance reduces systemic barriers and supports informed, sustained career decision-making.
- Employment as Violence Preventionmethodology: workforce-development-for-violence-preventionBy providing year-round employment opportunities to youth, the organization reduces community gun violence and youth involvement in the justice system, because stable engagement in work offers protective structure, economic alternatives, and social connection.
- Targeted Support for Barriers to Employmentmethodology: targeted-employment-supportBy directing employment services to populations facing systemic barriers—including youth, individuals with disabilities, and those in high-violence communities—the organization increases equity in workforce outcomes because tailored support addresses structural inequities in access.