Steady State
"A leading contemporary art institution that not only exhibits diverse art but also deeply commits to making visual arts education and experiences accessible to a wide range of underserved and marginalized communities."
— Statement of Program Service Accomplishments
What does this mean?
No extreme longitudinal divergence detected. The organization is maintaining its current operational philosophy.
The Path Forward
The Stewardship
Focuses on long-term sustainability and gentle cultivation of existing resources rather than forced expansion. It honors the organization's established role as a reliable anchor.
Demonstrated Impact
- Over 8,600 visitors annually (exhibitions)
- Approximately 34 volunteers
- Almost 600 people per year (docent tours)
- Over 1,000 individuals annually (community engagement programs)
Institutional Epochs
Historical Performance
| Year | Revenue | Top Comp | Comp % Rev | Score | Phase Label | Outlook | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Hidden | Hidden | — | — | Unknown | — | |
| 2023 | Hidden | Hidden | 7.6% | 54 | Fragile | Stable Watch | |
| 2022 | — | — | 6.0% | 54 | Fragile | Recovery | |
| 2021 | — | — | 5.2% | 52 | Fragile | Decline Risk | |
| 2020 | — | — | 6.6% | 54 | Fragile | Recovery | |
| 2019 | — | — | 7.1% | 50 | Fragile | Decline Risk | |
| 2018 | — | — | 5.3% | 54 | Fragile | Recovery | |
| 2017 | — | — | 9.2% | 45 | Fragile | Decline Risk | |
| 2016 | — | — | 8.6% | 50 | Fragile | Stable Watch | |
| 2015 | — | — | 6.1% | 50 | Fragile | Recovery | |
| 2014 | — | — | — | 52 | Fragile | Stable Watch | |
| 2013 | — | — | — | 52 | Fragile | Stable Watch | |
| 2012 | — | — | — | 52 | Fragile | Recovery | |
| 2011 | — | — | — | 48 | Fragile | Stable Watch |
Officer compensation history
Tax year 2025
| Name | Title | Phone | Compensation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melanie Cohn | Executive Dir. | 3.6% of Rev | ||
| JILLIAN DECKER | Development Dir. | 2.8% of Rev | ||
| Rudolph S Maico | Treasurer | 1.2% of Rev | ||
| David Hardin | Board Member | — | ||
| Anne Grissinger | Chairman | — | ||
| Suzanne Henry | Board President | — | ||
| Diego Rotsztain | Board President | — | ||
| David ONeill | Treasurer | — | ||
| Amy Harris | Secretary | — | ||
| Greg Adams | Board Member | — | ||
| Christine Aschwald | Board Member | — | ||
| Heather Braun | Board Member | — | ||
| Kate Buchanan | Board Member | — | ||
| Susan Cagnassola | Board Member | — | ||
| Lorraine Kelly | Board Member | — | ||
| Vani Krishnamurthy | Board Member | — | ||
| Eleanor Lear | Board Member | — | ||
| Anamaria Llanos | Board Member | — | ||
| Jennifer Markovitz | Board Member | — | ||
| Andr Renaudo | Board Member | — | ||
| Deborah Schwarzmann | Board Member | — | ||
| Jess Van Nostrand | Board Member | — | ||
| Greg Vargas | Board Member | — | ||
| Rachel Wilf | Board Member | — | ||
| Philemona Williamson | Board Member | — | ||
| Lisa Gingeleskie | Board Member | — | ||
| Tharanga Goonetilleke | Board Member | — | ||
| Baker Dylan | Board Member | — |
Tax year 2023
| Name | Title | Phone | Compensation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melanie Cohn | Executive Dir. | 3.1% of Rev | ||
| Rudolph S Maico | Treasurer | 1.1% of Rev | ||
| Anne Grissinger | Board President | — | ||
| David Hardin | Board President | — | ||
| Diego Rotsztain | Board President | — | ||
| David O'Neill | Treasurer | — | ||
| Paul Ciraulo | Secretary | — | ||
| Rachel Wilf | Board Member | — | ||
| Amy Mahoney Harris | Board Member | — | ||
| Dylan Baker left FY22 | Board Member | — | ||
| Deborah Schwarzmann | Board Member | — | ||
| Lisa Butler | Board Member | — | ||
| Tharanga Goonetilleke | Board Member | — | ||
| Jess Van Nostrand | Board Member | — | ||
| Suzanne Henry | Board Member | — | ||
| Katherine Buchanan | Board Member | — | ||
| Susan Cagnassola | Board Member | — | ||
| Siobhan Creem | Board Member | — | ||
| Vani Krishnamurthy | Board Member | — |
Tax year 2022
| Name | Title | Phone | Compensation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melanie Cohn | Executive Dir. | 3.0% of Rev | ||
| Stephen Maico | Treasurer | 1.1% of Rev | ||
| Anne Grissinger | Board President | — | ||
| David Hardin | Board President | — | ||
| Diego Rotsztain | Board President | — | ||
| Paul Ciraulo | Secretary | — | ||
| David O'Neill | Treasurer | — | ||
| Amy Mahoney Harris | Board Member | — | ||
| Dylan Baker | Board Member | — | ||
| Deborah Schwarzmann | Board Member | — | ||
| Lisa Butler | Board Member | — | ||
| Lori Bush left 42021 | Board Member | — | ||
| Jess Van Nostrand | Board Member | — | ||
| Suzanne Henry | Board Member | — | ||
| Katherine Buchanan | Board Member | — | ||
| Susan Cagnassola | Board Member | — | ||
| Siobhan Creem | Board Member | — | ||
| Neela Pushparaj left 122020 | Board Member | — |
Tax year 2021
| Name | Title | Phone | Compensation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melanie Cohn | Executive Dir. | 3.2% of Rev | ||
| Stephen Maico | Treasurer | 1.1% of Rev | ||
| Lisa A Butler | Board President | — | ||
| Siobhan Creem | Board President | — | ||
| Deborah Schwarzmann | Board President | — | ||
| Mary Esquivel - thru 22020 | Secretary | — | ||
| Paul Ciraulo | Secretary | — | ||
| David O'Neill | Treasurer | — | ||
| Marie J Cohen - thru 112019 | Board Member | — | ||
| Diego Rotsztain | Board Member | — | ||
| S Aidekman-Kaye - thru 1019 | Board Member | — | ||
| David Hardin | Board Member | — | ||
| Lori Bush | Board Member | — | ||
| Joanie Schwarz | Board Member | — | ||
| Joseph R Robinson | Board Member | — | ||
| Katherine Buchanan | Board Member | — | ||
| Dylan Baker | Board Member | — | ||
| Anne Grissinger | Board Member | — | ||
| Neela Pushparaj | Board Member | — |
Score breakdown
The three components combine into a single 0–100 score weighted as shown. Full methodology →
Peer comparison
Compared to 176 other orgs in NJ with NTEE prefix A6.
Most-divergent component: program score sits 34 points above the peer median (60 vs. 26).
5-year trend: Steady State
No extreme longitudinal divergence detected. The organization is maintaining its current operational philosophy.
What's driving this score
- Comp-to-revenue ratio of 7.6% sits within the sector's healthy band (18–22%).
What would change this score
No specific high-impact levers identified — this org's score is balanced across components.
Improving governance is a board decision. These are the levers.