irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2025
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $48KENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AND ADVOCACY PROGRAM - QUALITY OF LIFE ISSUES AND PROTECTION OF SAME REGARDING THE POPULATION GROWTH ON THE PORT WASHINGTON PENINSULA.RESIDENTS LEADS PROGRAMS IN THE PORT WASHINGTON SCHOOL DISTRICT PROVIDING ALL OF THE STUDENTS WITH THE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ATTITUDES THAT WILL LEAD TO A MORE SUSTAINABLE FUTURE. PROGRAMS FOSTER A DEEP APPRECIATION OF NATURE AS WELL AS AN UNDERSTANDING OF THE ROLE HUMANS PLAY IN THE DEGREDATION OF OUR PRECIOUS AND FRAGILE ECOSYSTEMS.
- #2 $41KPUBLIC EDUCATION - PROVIDE THE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ATTITUDES THAT WILL LEAD TO AMORE SUSTAINABLE FUTURE. MAKING THE PEOPLE OF THE LOCAL COMMUNITIES AWARE OF THEIMPACT OF POPULATION AND COMMERCIAL GROWTH THROUGH NEWSLETTERS, ADVERTISEMENTS ANDPUBLIC FORUMS AND COMMUNITY EVENTS.
named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
2050 LI Groundwater Rebalance Program
Advocacy and policy initiative led by youth to restore balance to Long Island’s aquifer through water conservation, recharge solutions, and science-based planning by 2050.
Clean Green Community Clean Up
Organized volunteer events including Clean Green Main Street, Manorhaven, and Pre-Turkey Trot cleanups that engage residents of all ages in beautification efforts.
Give a Litter Bit
Community litter reduction initiative featuring clean-up events, DIY clean-up stations, and cigarette butt collection and recycling to keep public spaces clean and protect local waterways.
Planter Program
Installs and maintains seasonal planters and six community gardens along Main Street to enhance public spaces with vibrant vegetation; offers adoption opportunities for residents and businesses.
Port Mural Project
Transforms underutilized walls into public art installations created by local artists to celebrate community identity, history, and natural beauty in Port Washington.
Youth Climate Action Program
Engages students in environmental advocacy and education, including the Save the Bagel campaign and the 2050 LI Groundwater Rebalance initiative to protect Long Island’s aquifer system.
activities · 11 groups
What they do
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Community Festival & Event Production 2 activities
- Art Walk and Public Art ProgrammingOrganizes the annual Art Walk event on Upper Main Street featuring public art installations, live music, interactive art activities, artist meet-and-greets, student art galleries, merchant showcases, and special events like the Artist Trunk Show and Exotic Car Show. Also maintains a self-guided mural tour as part of the Port Mural Project.
- Community Event Organization and EngagementHosts and participates in community events such as the Residents Gala, Annual Meeting, Lets Walk PW, Harborfest, Port Promenade, Earth Day, Hearts in the Park, Pride in Port, and other RF-hosted or represented gatherings to strengthen community connection and organizational visibility.
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Public Space Beautification and Maintenance 2 activities
- Community Beautification InitiativesImplements beautification projects including the development and maintenance of community gardens, public murals, tree canopy enhancement, seasonal planters on Main Street, memorial benches, and holiday displays. Also plans and establishes new parks such as Blumenfeld Park.
- Planter and Green Space Maintenance ProgramManages a seasonal planter program that installs and maintains 15 planters along Main Street from May through October to enhance visual appeal and support urban greening efforts.
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Environmental Policy Advocacy & Litigation 1 activity
- Advocacy for Local Environmental and Land Use PolicyConducts research and advocacy on local water resources, land use, and economic impacts of growth; attends public meetings; shapes policy positions; and advocates for sustainable development, trail expansion, and groundwater protection in Port Washington.
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Community Recycling & Reuse Education 1 activity
- Cigarette Butt Collection and Recycling ProgramOperates a cigarette butt collection initiative on Main Street by installing specialized receptacles in high-litter areas, collecting and logging waste, and sending butts to Terracycle for recycling.
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Community Stewardship Volunteer Programs 1 activity
- Community Cleanup ProgramsOrganizes recurring community clean-up events such as Clean Green Main Street, Clean Green Manorhaven, and Pre-Turkey Trot cleanups, and installs DIY Clean-Up Stations at Sunset Park and Bay Walk Park to enable self-organized litter removal by residents.
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Youth Leadership Development Programs 1 activity
- Environmental Education Curriculum and Youth Leadership DevelopmentDevelops and oversees a K–12 environmental curriculum, mentors students in the Youth Climate Action Program (YCAP), and organizes the annual Youth Climate Summit to foster youth leadership in sustainability initiatives.
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Watershed Conservation & Stewardship 1 activity
- Groundwater Sustainability Advocacy and Regional Conservation InitiativesSpearheads regional groundwater conservation efforts including the 2050 LI Groundwater Rebalance initiative, advocates for implementation teams, helped secure $6 million for the Long Island Drinking Water Sustainability Project, and promotes a 20% reduction in water demand through technology and community engagement.
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Oyster and Shellfish Restoration 1 activity
- Oyster Gardening and Waterway StewardshipOperates an oyster gardening program to improve water quality and restore oyster populations in Manhasset Bay, including weekly volunteer sessions at Town Dock and Morgan’s Dock during oyster season, alongside broader cleanup activities for waterways and streets.
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Marine and Coastal Education Programs 1 activity
- Public Environmental Exhibits and Awareness CampaignsDevelops educational exhibits such as "Every Drop Counts" on rainwater conservation and smart landscaping, and "Trash Talkin’" on decomposition times of marine debris, to raise public awareness about environmental stewardship.
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Recreational Trail Development and Maintenance 1 activity
- Walkability and Pedestrian Infrastructure EnhancementPromotes walkability by organizing community walking events, installing pedestrian wayfinding signage, and integrating cultural, dining, and natural experiences into curated walking routes throughout Port Washington.
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Onsite & Outreach Environmental Education Programs 1 activity
- Youth Environmental Education ProgramsDelivers hands-on environmental education for K-12 students through school-based curricula, square foot vegetable gardening (grades 5–12), and programs covering climate change, water conservation, pollution prevention, and biodiversity. Includes mentorship between older and younger students to build leadership and collaboration skills.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$172K
Contributions & grants$116K67%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$9K5%
Other revenue$48K
expenses
Total expenses$182K
Program expenses81%
Admin / overhead7%
Fundraising11%
Salaries & benefits$83K
Grants paid out$250
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$236K
Cash$233K
Investments$0
Liabilities$2K
Net assets$234K
Liquid reserves15.4 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue +5.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| PATRICA CLASS | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 20 | $55K |
board members · 18
- ANDREA DAY — BOARD MEMBER
- BONNIE DORAN — BOARD MEMBER
- CLAIRE BREZEL — BOARD MEMBER
- CURT TRINKO — Chairman
- CYNTHIA LITMAN — CO PRESIDENT
- DAWN SERIGNESE — CO PRESIDENT
- DEBORAH SHAPIRO — BOARD MEMBER
- GARY LEWANDOWSKI — Secretary
- JAMES RUSSO — BOARD MEMBER
- JASON MEIER — BOARD MEMBER
- JOEL ZIEV — BOARD MEMBER
- LAUREN SUMMA — BOARD MEMBER
- MARIA SHAPIRO — BOARD MEMBER
- MELISSA VISSICCHIO — Treasurer
- MICHAEL BITALVO — BOARD MEMBER
- MINDY GERMAIN — Vice President
- ROY SMITHEIMER — BOARD MEMBER
- SUSAN GOLDMAN — MEMBER AT LARGE
relationships · 48
Who they work with
- All American Painting Partner — Contractor providing expertise and resources for mural development
- Antonios Landscaping Partner — Partner responsible for maintaining Residents Forward’s six community gardens.
- Baxter Estates Government — Engages with the village of Baxter Estates in sustainability and community planning efforts.
- Business Improvement District Partner — Collaborates on the creation of the Clean Green Zone on Upper Main Street to beautify the area and promote public education on cleanliness and sustainability.
- Chamber of Commerce Partner — Collaborates on the creation of the Clean Green Zone on Upper Main Street to beautify the area and promote public education on cleanliness and sustainability.
- Cohen Children's Medical Center Partner — Acknowledged as a donor or sponsor, reflecting an organizational relationship with Residents Forward.
- Community Chest of Port Washington Partner — Recognized as a supporting organization in Residents Forward's donor and sponsor acknowledgments.
- Councilwoman Mariann Dalimonte Partner — Partnership with Councilwoman Mariann Dalimonte in support of the Oyster Garden Program.
- Cow Bay Contracting Partner — Contractor providing expertise and resources for mural development
- Diane Luger Partner — Local artist collaborating on the Port Washington mural project
- Fathoms Hotel & Marina Partner — Listed as a sponsor, indicating a partnership supporting Residents Forward's community initiatives.
- Flower Hill Government — Works with the village of Flower Hill on environmental advocacy and community development.
- Garbage District Partner — Collaborates on the creation of the Clean Green Zone on Upper Main Street to beautify the area and promote public education on cleanliness and sustainability.
- Greater Port Washington Business Improvement District Partner — Collaborates on featuring local merchants as part of the Art Walk Merchant Stops.
- Greg Panulo Partner — Individual collaborator from All American Painting and Cow Bay Contracting supporting mural development
- Hearts PW Partner — Curates and supports the Student HEARTS Gallery through grant programs during the Art Walk.
- Homebrew Music Partner — Curates and coordinates Live Music performances at the Art Walk.
- Jason Diaz Partner — Local artist collaborating on the Port Washington mural project
- KISS Beauty Group Partner — Sponsors the Town Dock Oyster Garden.
- Let’s Walk PW Partner — Collaborates with Let’s Walk PW to organize the Art Walk event.
- Long Island Rail Road Partner — Collaborates on the creation of the Clean Green Zone on Upper Main Street to beautify the area and promote public education on cleanliness and sustainability.
- Lori Lee Partner — Local artist collaborating on the Port Washington mural project
- Manhasset Bay Protection Committee Partner — References the 2026 Manhasset Bay Protection Committee Water Quality Improvement Plan as supporting the need for groundwater filtration and recharge.
- Manhasset Bay Yacht Club Partner — Hosts the Residents Forward Gala, indicating a collaborative relationship for events.
- Manorhaven Government — Collaborates with the village of Manorhaven on peninsula-wide environmental initiatives and planning.
- Michelle Shain Partner — Local artist collaborating on the Port Washington mural project
- NICE Bus Partner — Partnered with NICE Bus and Nassau County on the commuter shuttle pilot program from Soundview to the LIRR.
- Nassau County Government — Collaborated on the commuter shuttle pilot program and regional sustainability initiatives.
- New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Government — References the NYS DEC's Long Island Watershed Action Agenda as foundational to its groundwater sustainability advocacy.
- Olivia Platt Partner — Local artist collaborating on the Port Washington mural project
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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.
- Community-Driven Environmental Stewardshipmethodology: community-driven stewardshipBy engaging residents in hands-on environmental education, beautification, and data-driven advocacy, the organization fosters long-term stewardship and resilience because active participation builds ownership, knowledge, and collective responsibility for the local environment.
- Public Art as a Catalyst for Community Vibrancy and Walkabilitymethodology: public-art-engagementBy integrating public art into walkable spaces and self-guided art walks, the organization enhances community engagement and town beautification because shared artistic experiences activate public spaces, encourage pedestrian activity, and strengthen civic pride.
- Science-Based Advocacy for Regional Sustainabilitymethodology: science-based-regional-planningBy grounding advocacy in scientific research and regional planning—such as coordinated aquifer management—the organization achieves long-term environmental sustainability because data-informed policy recommendations are more likely to influence decision-makers and produce systemic change.
- Youth-Led Community Engagement with Cultural Relevancemethodology: cultural-engagementBy empowering youth to lead public awareness campaigns that connect environmental issues like groundwater protection to local cultural symbols (e.g., the New York bagel), the organization increases engagement because relatable narratives enhance message resonance and community buy-in.