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© 2024 Nikki Bittner

Abstract colorful painting with the text 'Railroad Street Artworks' and a black and white railroad track illustration.
Logo of the Fairport Foundation featuring a brown silhouette of a church steeple on the left and the words "Fairport Foundation" in large brown font, with a thin brown line underneath.

Railroad Street Artworks is a nonprofit corporation, but not yet an IRS 501c3 charitable organization, though that is our future plan. The Fairport Foundation, that does have 501c3 exempt status, is our fiscal sponsor as we receive donations and apply for grants.

Our short & long term plans for growth include:

  • Installing a sink for our classroom - this will better serve our classes, especially for youth and children. We have received two estimates, each approximately $4000. The installation involves extensive plumbing and a pump! Short Term

  • Hanging system for the multipurpose room - this will simplify the installation of exhibits. The system will be approximately $2500. Short term

  • Basic art supplies - for our classroom. Short term

Every Bit Helps — Join the Journey
No matter the size, your donation makes a difference! Whether it’s the cost of a paintbrush or the funding of one of our larger projects, every dollar helps keep Railroad Street Artworks rolling. We welcome gifts of any amount — because when our community comes together, amazing things happen. Thank you for supporting creativity, connection, and expression at every level.

The Fairport Foundation utilizes the PayPal platform to receive donations. Donors can make a one-time contribution or set up a recurring donation.

To discover more about the Fairport Foundation, Inc., please visit their website: Fairport Foundation, Inc. Kindly make checks payable to the Fairport Foundation, Railroad Street Artworks in the memo.

Mailing address: Fairport Foundation, Inc., 6 N Main Street, Suite 105, Fairport, NY 14450

Railroad Street Artworks Board of Directors

Our vision is to transform Fairport, NY into a vibrant hub for the arts. We have established a Board of Directors, composed of diverse and exceptional talents, dedicated to making this dream a reality. You can learn more about our inspiring volunteer team below.

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    Nikki Bittner

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    Earned a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from Elmira College, where she honed her creative skills. She now applies this creativity to both her marketing strategies and her work as a photographer.

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    Lori Capron Galan

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    Earned a degree in Medical Illustration and heads her design firm, Capron Galan Art & Design, for the past 28+ years. A longtime resident of Fairport, NY, Lori is an active fine artist and currently serves on the Board of the Rochester Art Club as the newsletter editor.

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    Scott Nost

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    Awarded a Bachelor of Arts & Sciences in Mechanical Engineering & Museum Studies at the Rochester Institute of Technology, and has 25 years of audiovisual and communications systems design engineering and integrator experience.

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    Pam Renfro

    A resident in the Village of Fairport for 35+ years. Extensive experience in retail and customer service management. Currently works with the Fairport Perinton Merchants Association and Fairport Perinton Partnership supporting local businesses, focusing on economic development in the Fairport/Perinton community. Regularly attends Visit Rochester and Fingerlakes Tourism Alliance member meetings. Loves working and supporting our community!

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    Lorie Terranova

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    A lifelong Fairport resident, Lorie Terranova is a passionate artist and seasoned entrepreneur. She graduated from Canisius College in Buffalo, NY with a degree in marketing, and has enjoyed a successful 31-year career as a licensed massage therapist, serving her community with care and dedication.

    An artist at heart for as long as she can remember, Lorie now channels her creativity into mixed media art, with a special focus on resin work. Inspired by the calming beauty of the coast, her pieces often reflect a serene, ocean-inspired vibe that invites a sense of peace and wonder.

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    Jeff Tokarz

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    Awarded a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration at the State University of New York, and has found/sold multiple ventures in the human resources industry.

© 2024 Lori Capron Galan