irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $0PUBLIC RELATIONS TO PROMOTE THE ASSOCIATION AND GIVE RESONABLE ASSURANCE TO THE PUBLIC REGARDING THE SKILL, INTEGRITY AND RESPONSIBILITY OF ITS MEMBERS.
named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
FOREWomen Long Island
Networking and professional development initiative to empower women in the infrastructure sector, featuring panel discussions, events, and sponsorship opportunities
Legislative Advocacy
Lobbying efforts at local, state, and federal levels to influence infrastructure policy, funding, and regulatory actions affecting the construction industry
Safety Training Programs
Arranges and administers safety training for road construction and heavy civil worksites, supporting industry standards and regulatory compliance
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Industry Advocacy and Regulatory Engagement 2 activities
- Advocacy for infrastructure funding and policyEngages in legislative lobbying and represents heavy construction contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and industry supporters to advocate for infrastructure funding, policy changes, and fair labor practices on Long Island.
- Legislative and policy engagement eventsOrganizes and hosts legislative breakfasts and executive panels featuring government leaders and industry stakeholders to discuss infrastructure policy, labor issues, and regional development.
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Labor Union Representation & Organizing 1 activity
- Negotiation and enforcement of collective bargaining agreementsNegotiates, codifies, monitors, and supports the enforcement of labor/management collective bargaining agreements for the construction industry, assisting members in labor negotiations.
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Construction Industry Professional Development & Networking 1 activity
- Public relations and industry promotionConducts public relations activities through events, publications, and media outreach to promote the association, affirm member professionalism, and highlight achievements in highway construction and infrastructure.
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Union-Affiliated Trade Apprenticeship & Training 1 activity
- Safety training and workforce development programsAdministers safety training programs and delivers labor and safety training services for construction industry workers across over 170 member firms in the heavy construction industry.
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Professional Networking Events 1 activity
- Support for women in infrastructure leadershipOrganizes and hosts events, panels, and networking initiatives—including the Forewomen Long Island program—to empower women, advance equity, and promote leadership in the heavy construction and transportation sectors.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Support for regional infrastructure projectsSupports infrastructure construction projects across Long Island, including highways, bridges, sewers, parks, public works, and private site development, contributing to thousands of construction jobs in the bi-county region.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$346K
Contributions & grants$41K12%
Program service revenue$211K61%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$93K
expenses
Total expenses$1.10M
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$265K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$421K
Cash$26K
Investments$0
Liabilities$5.49M
Net assets$-5.07M
Liquid reserves0.3 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -13.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| MARC HERBST | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 20 | $384K |
| SHERYL BURO | DEPUTY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 10 | $152K |
board members · 9
- JAMES HANEY III — DIRECTOR
- JAMES PRATT III — CHAIRMAN
- JASON GOLDEN — DIRECTOR
- JOSEPH K POSILLICO — DIRECTOR
- PAUL FARINO — SECRETARY & TREASURER
- PETER SCALAMANDRE — DIRECTOR
- PHILLIP BEYER — DIRECTOR
- SAMANTHA RUTTURA — DIRECTOR
- WILLIAM HAUGLAND JR — DIRECTOR
relationships · 35
Who they work with
- American Road and Transportation Builders Association Network — LICA is affiliated with ARTBA at the federal level to support transportation infrastructure advocacy.
- American Road and Transportation Builders Association Network — Marc Herbst is a Past Chairman of the Council of State Executives for ARTBA.
- Associated General Contractors of America New York State chapter Network — William Haugland Jr. serves on the Highway Board of Governors for AGC NYS.
- Bancker Construction Partner — Sponsor of the FOREWomen LI summer executive breakfast panel
- Bethpage FCU Partner — Sponsor of Forewomen Long Island events.
- De La Salle School Partner — Peter Scalamandre sits on the board of the De La Salle School for underprivileged middle school boys.
- Elisa Picca Partner — Participated as a panelist in the FOREWomen LI event.
- FOREWomen Long Island Partner — LONG ISLAND CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATION INC partners with FOREWomen Long Island to sponsor and promote events focused on advancing women in the construction industry.
- Farmingdale College Foundation Partner — Jason Golden serves on the Farmingdale College Foundation Board.
- Fourleaf Partner — Sponsor of Forewomen Long Island events.
- Haugland Group Partner — Sponsor of Forewomen Long Island events.
- Haugland Group Partner — Sponsor of the FOREWomen LI summer executive breakfast panel
- Helena Williams Partner — Moderated the panel at the FOREWomen LI event on transportation leadership.
- Helena Williams Partner — Moderated the panel at the FOREWomen LI event.
- Island Harvest Food Bank Partner — Jaime Franchi previously served as Government Relations Liaison for Island Harvest Food Bank.
- LECET Partner — Sponsor of Forewomen Long Island events.
- Lauren Corcoran-Doolin Partner — Participated as a panelist in the FOREWomen LI event on transportation leadership.
- Lauren Corcoran-Doolin Partner — Participated as a panelist in the FOREWomen LI event.
- Marsh-McLennan Partner — Sponsor of the FOREWomen LI summer executive breakfast panel
- Midway Crossing Local Development Corporation Partner — Marc Herbst is a director of the Midway Crossing CDC.
- Monica R. Martinez Partner — Participated as a panelist in the FOREWomen LI event.
- NYS Senator Monica R. Martinez Partner — Participated as a panelist in the FOREWomen LI event on transportation leadership.
- NYS Senator Siela Bynoe Partner — Participated as a panelist in the FOREWomen LI event on transportation leadership.
- New York Road Improvement Coalition Network — LICA is affiliated with NYRIC at the state level to advocate for road infrastructure improvements.
- Our Rental Pumps Partner — Sponsor of the FOREWomen LI summer executive breakfast panel
- Pete King Partner — Featured speaker at LICA's 2026 Fall Legislative Breakfast
- Scalamandre Construction Partner — Sponsor of Forewomen Long Island events.
- Scalamandre Construction Partner — Sponsor of the FOREWomen LI summer executive breakfast panel
- Sheryl Buro Partner — Primary contact for handling payment inquiries and refund requests.
- Siela Bynoe Partner — Participated as a panelist in the FOREWomen LI event.
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strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Advocacy Through Industry Representation and Unified Voicemethodology: industry_advocacyBy acting as a centralized representative body, the organization advances industry interests through coordinated advocacy with government and the public, leveraging collective influence to shape policy and maintain professional standards.
- Communications and Publications to Shape Policy and Industry Narrativemethodology: communications-based advocacyBy publishing a quarterly magazine and organizing legislative engagement events, the organization promotes infrastructure policy advocacy, strengthens member cohesion, and influences public and policymaker perceptions of the industry.
- Membership Standards as Quality Assurancemethodology: membership_standards_as_assuranceBy setting and enforcing membership standards, the organization signals the skill, integrity, and responsibility of contractors to the public, thereby increasing trust in the industry and differentiating qualified professionals.
- Professional Networks and Development to Advance Women in Infrastructuremethodology: network-building for workforce inclusionBy creating targeted networking, mentorship, and leadership opportunities for women, the organization increases their visibility and career advancement in the infrastructure sector, thereby promoting equity and diversifying industry leadership.
- Standardized Contracting Practices to Promote Fair Competitionmethodology: competitive-bidding-standardsBy advocating for and implementing standardized contract specifications, the organization ensures fair competition and cost efficiency in public infrastructure projects, reducing barriers and increasing transparency for qualified contractors.