One aspect of HAYC3’s commitment to community often overlooked is its support of small start-up businesses.
“One of our goals is to support our Village and Town’s sustainability and economic development. We do that, in part, by promoting and housing a number of small businesses,” said HAYC3 President Amanda Rudzik.
Presently HAYC3 provides reduced rental rates in the Armory to start-up businesses. including Akin Records, Sweet Sara’s Bakery, Vanessa Lewis Photography and Pawparazzi Pet Grooming.
“We see it as a win-win to help unseasoned businesses find their footing and get established,” said Rudzik. “It’s good for the businesses because it’s local and affordable and it’s good for the community to have desired services and products available right here in town.” Rudzik hopes more local businesses will consider utilizing the space in the Armory and the support that HAYC3 can offer.
“I would love to see other businesses utilize The Hoosick Kitchen,” said Aelish Nealon, Executive Director. A fully-equipped, share-use kitchen, The Hoosick Kitchen is available to anyone interested in making and packaging food products.
“We have so many talented cooks in our community who can’t afford to certify their kitchen and bring products to market,” she explained. “We’ve eliminated one obstacle of bringing a dream to life by creating this shared, and certified, kitchen space.”
HAYC3 Armory has rental space available for a variety of business and community purposes. “Anyone needing space for a permanent location or to simply work on professional or creative projects that require more space than you have, should contact us,” added Nealon. “HAYC3 has offices and other spaces such as the Perry Room, the Owls Nest, gallery spaces, or the Arts & Soul art room that may fit your needs.”
HAYC3 (Hoosick Armory, Youth Center, and Community Coalition) is an organization which seeks to spark economic and cultural revival through arts, culture, education, and health. To learn more call 518-686-9050, email contacthayc3@gmail.com, or visit hayc3.org.