Batavia Chamber of Commerce

What it reported doing in 2024

Program service accomplishments - the chamber delivered more than 160 events, meetings, and programs in 2025, serving a membership of 526 businesses and organizations, including 67 new members. These programs provided networking, education, and visibility opportunities that supported business growth and community connection. Educational programming and workforce support - the chamber conducted 15 educational events and webinars, along with membership 101 classes and industry specific forums, including not for profit and professional collaboration groups. These programs provided valuable resources, training, and insights to help businesses grow, adapt, and succeed.networking and business development - the chamber hosted 20 networking events and numerous recurring programs including batavia women in business, multi chamber events, tri city networking events, and out to lunch gatherings. More than 500 businesses participated in networking opportunities, strengthening professional relationships and fostering collaboration across the region. The chamber also supported seven referral groups, multiple committees and forums, and facilitated 124 referral group meetings to encourage business development and peer support.marketing, promotion, and communication - the chamber provided extensive promotional support to members through its communication platforms. In 2025, the chamber generated 78,690 website visits, distributed 52 weekly email digests to 2,852 subscribers, and maintained a 41 percent email open rate. The chamber published 129 news releases, promoted 789 member events, and shared 42 hot deals to drive customer engagement. Social media outreach included more than 4,200 facebook followers, 2,100 instagram followers, and over 500 linkedin followers. These efforts increased visibilitiy for member businesses and srengthened the local business community.signature events and community engagement - the chamber hosted four major signature events, including inspire celebration, annual golf outing, chamber cheers, and state of the community. Additional community focused events included the volunteer fair, business expo, and state of the county address. These events enhanced community engagement, celebrated local achievements, and created meaningful connections between businesses and residents. Community investment and economic impact - the chamber directly contributed to the local economy through its chamber bucks program, with $31,980 purchased and $36,980 reinvested into local businesses. The chamber also invested $5,000 in holiday bucks and supported more than 130 participating businesses. In addition, the chamber raised funds for local not for profit organizations, awarded $4,000 in scholarships to batavia high school seniors, and supported community beautification efforts such as the installation of 592 city flags. Overall impact - through its programs and services, the chamber strengthened the business environment, increased economic activity, and enhanced the quality of life in the batavia community by connecting businesses, promoting local commerce, and supporting community initiatives.

Financial Efficiency

• Mission deployment rate: 70.5%; rating input score 70
• Program expense ratio: 71.3%; rating input score 71
• Fundraising efficiency: $18.04 raised per $1 spent on fundraising; rating input score 55; 55th percentile among comparable filings

Transparency & Controls

• Consistency checks: 100%; rating input score 100; 64th percentile among comparable filings
• Pay-setting controls: Limited
• Foreign activity oversight: Limited
• Grant itemization coverage: Limited
• Major donor itemization: Limited
• Related-party transparency: Limited

Accountability

• Independent voting board: 0%; rating input score 0; 7th percentile among comparable filings
• Governance controls: 3 of 8 controls in place; rating input score 38
  • Conflict-of-interest policy: Pass
  • Whistleblower policy: Fail
  • Document-retention policy: Fail
  • CEO compensation review process: Fail
  • Other executive compensation review process: NotApplicable
  • Form 990 shared with the board: Pass
  • Board meeting minutes documented: Pass
  • Audit committee oversight: Missing
  • Independent financial-statement audit: Fail

Sustainability

• Operating margin: 1.9%; rating input score 44; 44th percentile among comparable filings
• Total-asset coverage ratio: 0.96; rating input score 39; 39th percentile among comparable filings
• Liabilities to assets ratio: 0.11; rating input score 25; 25th percentile among comparable filings
• Officer compensation ratio: 26.4%; rating input score 13; 13th percentile among comparable filings

Growth

• Program expense growth: 5.7% per year; rating input score 100; 57th percentile among comparable filings
• Revenue growth: 4.1% per year; rating input score 100; 48th percentile among comparable filings
• Asset growth: 10.6% per year; rating input score 100; 67th percentile among comparable filings