named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Adopt-a-Drain
Community initiative to prevent stormwater drainage blockages by encouraging residents to keep drains clear of leaves, grass, and debris in coordination with the Southold Town Highway Department.
Adopt-a-ROW
Volunteer program encouraging residents to maintain designated rights of way by clearing debris, trimming vegetation, and reporting issues to ensure continued public access to waterfront areas.
Deer Management Program
Annual fall/winter deer cull conducted in coordination with the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation, managed by a licensed professional and local bow hunters to control overpopulation and mitigate ecological and health risks.
Kayak and Paddleboard Registration
Registration system for residents who store kayaks, canoes, or paddleboards overnight at community access points to manage overcrowding and ensure responsible use.
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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Community Stewardship Volunteer Programs 2 activities
- Adopt-a-Drain program and storm drain maintenanceOperates an Adopt-a-Drain program that encourages neighbors to maintain storm drains by removing debris and reporting issues, in collaboration with the Highway Department, resulting in visible improvements in areas with water accumulation.
- Adopt-a-ROW program for rights-of-way maintenanceOperates an Adopt-a-ROW program launched in March 2017, engaging property owners in maintaining designated rights of way by picking up trash, mowing, trimming vegetation, and preventing erosion.
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Private Lake and Beach Access Management 1 activity
- Community beach and common grounds maintenanceMaintains Causeway Beach through periodic sand replenishment (approximately 300 tons), manages road conditions and repairs, enforces visible house number signage for emergency access, and oversees all common grounds within Nassau Point.
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Conservation-Focused Outdoor Sports Education 1 activity
- Deer population management programConducts an annual regulated deer cull each Fall/Winter season in coordination with licensed professionals and local amateur bow hunters, following ecological and ethical practices, to manage overpopulation. Reports results to members and raises volunteer contributions to fund the program.
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Local History Preservation and Education 1 activity
- Historical research and publicationResearches and publishes historical stories and anecdotes about Nassau Point to preserve and share community heritage.
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Recreational Boating and Sailing Programs 1 activity
- Kayak and paddleboard registration and group activitiesManages a kayak and paddleboard registration system for overnight storage at community access points to prevent overcrowding and non-resident use, and organizes monthly summer group kayak trips from Fisherman’s or Causeway Beach with automated email notifications to registered members.
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Organized Member Social Events 1 activity
- Member events and community engagement programmingHosts seasonal and off-season social events including an annual cocktail party, family day picnic, trivia nights, library tours, chocolate symposium, and other member gatherings to foster community engagement, with $11,700 spent on event-related expenses during the year.
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Membership Program Administration 1 activity
- Membership services and communicationsIssues parking passes, beach tags, kayak registration stickers, and annual invitations to events; produces and distributes two newsletters annually and an annual Membership Directory & Yearbook with advertising; provides password-protected access to website features and the member directory for current paid members, including self-service account management.
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Organizational Governance & Leadership Development 1 activity
- Welcoming and committee-based community managementOperates a Welcoming Committee to recruit and integrate new members, an Events Committee to plan community events, and a Website Committee to manage content and communication systems, supporting ongoing community organization and participation.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Local advocacy on traffic, safety, and environmental issuesAdvocates for community interests including successful implementation of a 25 MPH speed limit, serves as liaison with local police and fire departments, and engages with authorities on wetlands, shore preservation, groundwater, and water quality issues.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$96K
Contributions & grants$17K18%
Program service revenue——
Investment income$520%
Other revenue$7K
expenses
Total expenses$115K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$43K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$43K
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +5.7%
relationships · 14
Who they work with
- Arnold and Karen Blair Partner — Hosted the NPPOA annual cocktail party at their waterfront home.
- Discover Long Island Partner — Offers touring resources for North Fork Long Island wineries and other North Fork sites
- Edible East End Partner — Provides local food and wine news relevant to the North Fork region
- Highway Superintendent Vinny Orlando Government — Coordinates with NPPOA on drain maintenance and prioritized Nassau Point for drain cleaning.
- Long Island Wine Council Partner — Provides resources for winery tours and maps through its official site, Long Island Wine County
- N.Y. State Department of Environmental Conservation Government — Oversees and regulates the deer cull program conducted by the NPPOA Deer Committee.
- Philadelphia Insurance Government — Insurance provider for general liability and director and officer coverage; official invoices awaited for payment processing.
- Southold Town Government — Enforces local ordinances related to boat and vehicle storage, garbage disposal, and parking; sponsors yard waste collection program.
- Southold Town Government — NPPOA operates under the jurisdiction of Southold Town and has successfully advocated for local traffic regulations within its boundaries.
- Town Trustees Government — NPPOA coordinated with the Town Trustees regarding the placement of signage at Fishermans Beach to address regulatory concerns.
- outside hunting organizations Partner — Collaborates with external hunting organizations on deer population management.
- regulatory authorities Government — Works with regulatory authorities to manage deer populations and environmental compliance.
- state, county, and town agencies Government — Engages with multiple levels of government to secure public services for the community.
- town police and fire departments Government — Maintains liaison relationship with local emergency services for community protection.
strategies · 4
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.
- Civic Advocacy and Engagementmethodology: civic_advocacyBy advocating for equitable public services relative to tax contributions and encouraging resident participation in civic matters, the organization strengthens community governance and accountability, because informed and active residents produce more responsive and just local policies.
- Community Stewardship Modelmethodology: community_stewardship_adoptionBy engaging residents in the volunteer adoption of shared infrastructure like access paths and storm drains, the organization ensures environmental protection and usability, because collective ownership fosters accountability and sustained care.
- Regulated Ecological Managementmethodology: regulated_deer_cullingBy implementing regulated seasonal deer culling, the organization mitigates overpopulation and reduces risks to public health and the environment, because controlled intervention maintains ecological balance in a constrained residential ecosystem.
- Voluntary Compliance for Character Preservationmethodology: character_preservation_through_voluntary_complianceBy combining enforceable rules with voluntary guidelines, the organization preserves the rural and maritime character of Nassau Point, because community-wide adherence to aesthetic and structural norms sustains shared identity and property values.