irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2020
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $6KBUSINESS DIRECTORY: ON AN ANNUAL BASIS, THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE HAS THE WARSAW PENNYSAVER PRODUCE A DIRECTORY OF CHAMBER MEMBERS, WHICH IS DISTRIBUTED ON A COUNTRYWIDE BASIS TO OVER 20,000 WYOMING COUNTY BUSINESSES AND RESIDENTS.
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Business Directory
Annual publication distributed to over 20,000 homes and businesses in Wyoming County, listing chamber members and promoting local businesses.
Go Wyoming Newsletter
Regular publication featuring member news, community events, business resources, and upcoming chamber activities.
Leadership Wyoming
Leadership development program providing professional growth opportunities for community and business leaders through seminars and networking.
Member2Member Program
Exclusive program offering member businesses special discounts, cost-saving benefits, and reciprocal advertising opportunities.
Re-Start Wyoming
Initiative providing resources and support for businesses during recovery periods, including guidance on reopening and adapting operations.
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Member Business Referral & Discount Programs 2 activities
- Operates member business promotion and referral servicesLists member businesses on its website, which receives thousands of annual inquiries and referrals; provides daily customer referrals via phone and website email connections, and promotes grand openings, ribbon-cutting ceremonies, and public relations support for new or expanding businesses.
- Provides business support and cost-saving programsProvides business assistance, cost-saving initiatives, and a Member-to-Member program offering exclusive discounts and special offers among members; delivers educational seminars and leadership development programs to support local businesses.
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Business Community Advocacy 1 activity
- Advocates for pro-business policiesAdvocates against new regulations and taxes affecting small businesses and supports pro-business legislation; engages community investors who pledge substantial support for advancing economic opportunities in Wyoming County.
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Regular Membership Meetings 1 activity
- Hosts networking and educational events for membersHosts events and educational seminars for members to network and stay informed on key business topics, including regular board meetings held on the second Wednesday of each month at the Chamber Conference Room, with scheduled exceptions for 2026.
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Regional Tourism Promotion 1 activity
- Operates chamber and tourism officeOperates a chamber and tourism office in the Wyoming County Agriculture & Business Center to support tourism development initiatives, increase revenue for member businesses and the county, and promote economic opportunities.
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Visitor & Business Guide Distribution 1 activity
- Produces and distributes annual business directoryDistributes an annual directory of chamber members through the Warsaw Pennysaver and directly to over 20,000 homes and businesses in Wyoming County, listing member businesses for broad community and commercial visibility.
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Leadership Development Programs 1 activity
- Runs Leadership Wyoming leadership development programRuns an annual 10-month leadership development program selecting up to 25 participants from Wyoming County residents or workers, including a two-day opening retreat, monthly full-day sessions from March through December, and provision of program materials, instruction, retreats, and meals.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$606K
Contributions & grants$527K87%
Program service revenue$44K7%
Investment income$11K2%
Other revenue$25K
expenses
Total expenses$596K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$254K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$834K
Cash$761K
Investments$0
Liabilities$29K
Net assets$805K
Liquid reserves15.3 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -8.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| SCOTT GARDNER | PRESIDENT & CEO | 40 | $90K |
board members · 14
- ANDREW STANG — DIRECTOR
- BECKY RYAN — DIRECTOR
- BROCK BECKSTRAND — DIRECTOR
- DANIEL BURLING — DIRECTOR
- DENISE COFFEY — DIRECTOR
- HANS KUNZE — VICE-CHAIR
- JESSICA HIBBARD — SECRETARY
- MARK BENNETT — DIRECTOR
- MICHAEL HARDIE — DIRECTOR
- NICHOLE BRANT — DIRECTOR
- NICOLE WHITE — TREASURER
- NORB FUEST — CHAIR
- RACHAEL PFEFFER — DIRECTOR
- TRAVIS SICK — DIRECTOR
relationships · 20
Who they work with
- Apple Tree HR & Safety Consultants Partner — Organization represented by board member Norb Fuest, Chairman of the Board.
- Burling Aviation Services Partner — Organization represented by board member Daniel J. Burling.
- Cornell Cooperative Extension - Wyoming County Partner — Partner organization co-located at the Wyoming County Ag & Business Center, hosting the Learning Center.
- Economic Development Entities Partner — Partners with regional economic development organizations to support business growth and retention.
- Family Furniture Partner — Organization represented by board member Nichole Brant.
- Five Star Bank Partner — Organization represented by board member Mark Bennett.
- Glen Iris Inn Partner — Organization represented by board member Denise Coffey.
- Hans' Bird Feeder & Greenhouse Partner — Organization represented by board member Hans Kunze, Vice Chairman.
- Koike Aronson, Inc. Partner — Organization represented by board member Rachael Pfeffer.
- Local and Regional Governments Partner — Collaborates with local and regional governments on economic development initiatives.
- Market Street Services Partner — Co-conducted research on consumer perceptions of chamber-affiliated businesses.
- SUNY GCC Partner — Organization represented by board member Jessica Hibbard, Secretary.
- SignLanguage, Inc. Partner — Organization represented by board member Nate Hibbard.
- The Shapiro Group, Inc. Partner — Conducted research on consumer perceptions of chamber-affiliated businesses.
- Tompkins Community Bank Partner — Organization represented by board member Travis Sick.
- Tompkins Insurance Partner — Organization represented by board member Michael Hardie.
- Warsaw Pennysaver Partner — Partner publication responsible for producing and distributing the chamber's annual business directory.
- Withum, Advisory, Tax and Audit Services Partner — Organization represented by board member Nicole White, Treasurer.
- Wyoming County Chamber of Commerce Network — Organizer and sponsor of the Leadership Wyoming program.
- Wyoming County Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Promotion Agency Network — Primary organizational identity and operational structure for the chamber and tourism functions.
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 Advocacy for Economic Viabilitymethodology: business-leader advocacyBy engaging business leaders as advocates, the chamber influences legislative change and secures resources to improve regional economic viability, because collective representation amplifies small business voices in policy arenas.
- Collaborative Economic Development Modelmethodology: public-private-collaborationBy fostering collaboration among public, private, and regional partners, the chamber drives business success and economic prosperity, because shared strategies and aligned resources produce stronger regional outcomes than isolated efforts.
- Credibility and Visibility as Growth Leversmethodology: credibility_signalingBy using membership and networking to signal credibility and increase community visibility, the chamber drives consumer patronage and business growth, because third-party endorsement and repeated exposure reduce customer acquisition barriers for local businesses.
- Inclusive Local Economic Circulationmethodology: local-economic-circulationBy promoting in-county spending and supporting Minority and Women Owned Business Enterprises, the chamber strengthens local economic resilience, because keeping capital within the community and expanding participation increases multiplier effects and equitable growth.