Southern Tier Economic Growth Inc is located in Elmira, NY. The organization was established in 1936. According to its NTEE Classification (S01) the organization is classified as: Alliances & Advocacy, under the broad grouping of Community Improvement & Capacity Building and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Southern Tier Economic Growth Inc employed 3 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Southern Tier Economic Growth Inc is a 501(c)(6) and as such, is described as a "Business League, Chambers of Commerce, or Real Estate Board" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2021, Southern Tier Economic Growth Inc generated $2.2m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 30.5% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $1.1m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 12.2% per year over the past 7 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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SOUTHERN TIER ECONOMIC GROWTH, INC. IS ORGANIZED TO SUPPORT REGIONAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT BY PROMOTION OF THE SOUTHERN TIER OF NEW YORK STATE, AND TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL AID AND ASSISTANCE TO NEW AND EXISTING BUSINESSES. THE ORGANIZATION IS FUNDED BY LOCAL BUSINESS SUPPORT, STATE AND MUNICIPAL SUPPORT, AND INVESTMENT INCOME.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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SOUTHERN TIER ECONOMIC GROWTH, INC. IS A PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP WHOSE MISSION IS IMPLEMENTING PROGRAMS AND INITIATIVES THAT ASSIST WITH BUSINESS ATTRACTION AND RETENTION, WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT, AND BUSINESS ASSISTANCE TO HELP CREATE MEANINGFUL JOBS AND PURPOSEFUL CAPITAL INVESTMENTS, THEREBY SUSTAINING A STRONG AND DIVERSE LOCAL ECONOMY.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Arie J Van Den Blink Chairman | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Steven E Agan ESQ Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Arthur D Ambrose Assistant Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Matthew Green Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Anders M Tomson Assistant Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Jeffrey B Streeter Immediate Past Chairman | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $572,321 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,426,831 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,999,152 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $168,850 |
Investment income | $157 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Net Rental Income | $6,114 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $2,189,380 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $3,549 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $173,335 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $61,472 |
Payroll taxes | $17,460 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $265,143 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $23,453 |
Advertising and promotion | $25,933 |
Office expenses | $13,421 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $11,907 |
Travel | $11 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
Interest | $9 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
Insurance | $5,618 |
All other expenses | $3,049 |
Total functional expenses | $1,147,287 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $7,015 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $490,944 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $1,315,444 |
Accounts receivable, net | $113,714 |
Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $5,251 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $229,119 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $295,243 |
Total assets | $2,456,730 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $15,992 |
Grants payable | $0 |
Deferred revenue | $15,831 |
Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Other liabilities | $0 |
Total liabilities | $31,823 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,013,362 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $1,411,545 |
Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $2,456,730 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Southern Tier Economic Growth Inc has recieved totaling $10,000.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
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Community Foundation Of Elmira Corning And The Finger Lakes Horseheads, NY PURPOSE: ESPRI HUB IMPROVEMENTS | $10,000 |
Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
---|---|---|
Real Estate Board Of New York Inc New York, NY | $13,608,943 | $14,285,773 |
Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau Of The Chamber Of Commerce Philadelphia, PA | $21,636,489 | $20,955,897 |
The Chamber Of Commerce For Greater Philadelphia Philadelphia, PA | $17,253,411 | $11,743,354 |
United States Council For International Business New York, NY | $8,377,861 | $9,810,410 |
New Jersey Association Of Realtors Trenton, NJ | $35,262,029 | $9,547,353 |
Long Island Board Of Realtors Inc West Babylon, NY | $32,824,680 | $7,922,994 |
German American Chamber Of Commerce Inc New York, NY | $3,820,432 | $6,890,973 |
Buffalo Niagara Convention & Vistors Bureau Inc Buffalo, NY | $3,394,435 | $6,164,269 |
Lake Placid Chamber Of Commerce Inc Lake Placid, NY | $4,857,333 | $6,938,582 |
Economic Development Council Of Western Massachusetts Inc Springfield, MA | $1,229,213 | $5,047,431 |
Independent Drivers Guild Inc Long Island City, NY | $5,104,857 | $7,835,962 |
Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber Of Commerce Easton, PA | $3,461,943 | $5,381,256 |