APPLEBY FOUNDATION, Inc.is a 501(C)(3) not-for-profit, tax-exempt organization, founded in New York City in 1979. Initially the focus was driven by dance presentation and choreographic activities including multi-media collaborations. In 2009 the Foundation acquired an unused and neglected Masonic Lodge, built in 1911, in the rural Northern Adirondacks as the foundation focus broadened its focus from ballet presentation, into strengthening community culture through exposure to multi-arts. It operates the Tahawus Cultural Center in Au Sable Forks, New York.
AFI MISSION is to create, develop, and present works and ideas that connect artists and audiences, children and adults, and to strengthen and enliven communities through diverse exposure, access to, and participation in the arts. In all our creative expression, our work reminds us to remain ever-inventive and responsive to a changing environment. BOARD OF DIRECTORS Appleby Foundation, Inc.
AFI is governed by a Board of Directors from the NYC and Adirondack areas. Activities range from special event fund-raising, strategic planning, chairing committees, and grass roots activities. The Board meets 3+ times a year in meetings by zoom, and in ad hoc meetings. Directors serve a 3-year term, and contribute 5-8 hours/mo in time and expertise. There is a give or get policy.
Purpose and Use of Tahawus Cultural Center on Main Street, Au Sable Forks. The cultural center occupies the two upper floors of the 3-storey building; the 2nd floor Windows Gallery and Education Space, and the 3rd floor Cloudsplitter Dance Studio. Two local business occupy the ground floor. As a gathering place for learning and a catalyst of community growth, Tahawus Center engages people with a range of expressions in the arts in programs including art, music, and dance. Tahawus serves as a vital space where people connect with each other around familiar and unfamiliar topics. Tahawus is proud to play its role to support and inspire its community and its visitors.
Appleby Foundation accepts contributions of all levels from individuals, foundations, and corporations for general operations and capital improvements of its 111-year old facility, the specific cultural and education programs of Tahawus Cultural Center, as well as underwriting support for public presentations and gallery exhibits. Call the Executive Director to discuss planned giving and bequests.
