named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Beach Grass Restoration
Volunteer-driven initiative to plant and maintain native beach grasses to stabilize dunes and prevent erosion along Long Island beaches
Historic Preservation Support
Collaborative effort with the Montauk Historical Society to preserve and promote awareness of historic landmarks including Second House and other culturally significant sites
Piping Plover Protection
Conservation program focused on safeguarding nesting habitats of the threatened piping plover through monitoring, signage, and public education
Responsible Beach Access Promotion
Initiative to balance recreational use of beaches with environmental protection, including advocacy for sustainable access policies and infrastructure
activities · 10 groups
What they do
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Recreational Boating and Sailing Programs 2 activities
- Beach driving clinics and safety educationHosts beach driving clinics and seminars to promote safe and sustainable off-road vehicle use on beaches, including the Beach Driving Clinic & Fishing Seminar and the Beach Sand Driving Clinic & Seminar.
- Organizing fishing derbies and surf fishing contestsHosts multiple annual fishing contests including the Montauk Derby, South Shore Derby, Ken Karwick Memorial Contest, Fish of the Month Contest, and the November Long Island Wide Surf Fishing Contest, with prizes awarded for striped bass, bluefish, and weakfish. Automatically enters fish from regional derbies into the Ken Karwick Memorial Contest.
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Environmental Policy Advocacy & Litigation 1 activity
- Advocacy for 4x4 beach access and environmental policyEngages in policy advocacy to secure and expand 4x4 vehicle access on Long Island beaches, collaborating with state, county, and town agencies on access rights and environmental stewardship initiatives.
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Beach and Waterway Cleanup Initiatives 1 activity
- Beach clean-ups and environmental stewardship projectsOrganizes beach clean-up events and habitat improvement projects, including string fencing installations at Democrat Point and co-hosted cleanup and fishing tournaments such as the Shagwong Beach Cleanup & Fishing Tournament.
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Ecological Habitat Restoration 1 activity
- Beach grass restoration and piping plover protectionConducts ecological restoration efforts focused on improving the quality of Long Island beaches through beach grass planting and habitat protection for piping plovers.
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Private Lake and Beach Access Management 1 activity
- Fish documentation and reporting systemProvides online and mobile-accessible weight slip forms via a web form and QR code for members to submit fish catch data.
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Local High School Scholarship Programs 1 activity
- Funding scholarships in marine and environmental sciencesAwards scholarships to support study in marine or environmental sciences, administered through a dedicated scholarship program for members and the broader community.
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Organized Member Social Events 1 activity
- Member engagement and organizational eventsHosts annual meetings, member jamborees, and other gatherings to strengthen community ties, including the annual 3-day Member Jamboree and the annual meeting where derby prizes are awarded.
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Business Member Promotion Services 1 activity
- Member services and outreachProvides membership services including new and reactivated memberships, additional license plates for $10, and digital sponsorship visibility for business members via clickable business cards on the organization’s website.
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Wildlife Monitoring and Field Research 1 activity
- Research on marine and beach ecosystemsConducts and shares research related to marine waters, marine species, and beach travel operations to support conservation and informed use of coastal resources.
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Community Event-Based Giving Programs 1 activity
- Veteran and community outreach programsOrganizes community events such as Operation Holiday Spirit and Operation Christmas Tree to support veterans and families, including food preparation and gift distribution.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2020
revenue
Total revenue$33K
Contributions & grants$1K4%
Program service revenue——
Investment income$40%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$20K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out$2K
balance sheet
Total assets$61K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$61K
1 years on record · 2020–2020
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2020
Who runs it
board members · 4
- ARTIE PHILLIPS — DIRECTOR
- ARTY BOYD — DIRECTOR SCH
- JERRY ESTELLE — DIRECTOR
- MARY BORGESE — DIRECTOR, OH
relationships · 32
Who they work with
- AquaSkins Partner — Business sponsor of LONG ISLAND BEACH BUGGY ASSOCIATION
- Captree Bait and Tackle Partner — Co-hosted a surf fishing clinic with LIBBA on April 16, 2016.
- Causeway Bait & Tackle Partner — Sponsors the Children’s Division of the Ken Karwick Memorial Contest in 2025.
- Causeway Bait and Tackle Partner — Business sponsor of LONG ISLAND BEACH BUGGY ASSOCIATION
- DEANGELIS RV Partner — Business sponsor of LONG ISLAND BEACH BUGGY ASSOCIATION
- Department of Environmental Conservation (NYS DEC) Government — Coordinates on saltwater fishing registration requirements for permit applicants.
- Frank J. Schortemeyer Partner — Executive VP involved in leadership and operational activities.
- Google Docs Partner — Utilizes Google Docs platform for online weight slip submission.
- House of Tires Partner — Business sponsor of LONG ISLAND BEACH BUGGY ASSOCIATION
- J and J Sport Partner — Business sponsor of LONG ISLAND BEACH BUGGY ASSOCIATION
- Keith Partner — Assists with resolving lapsed membership issues.
- LIBBA Fishing Contest Chairman Network — Oversees derby operations and has sole responsibility for judging entries.
- LIBBA Montauk Derby Partner — Automatically shares contest entries with the Ken Karwick Memorial Surf Fishing Contest.
- LIBBASCHOLARSHIPFUND@gmail.com Partner — Email address used for submission of scholarship applications and recommendation letters.
- Montauk Historical Society Partner — Partnered with the Montauk Historical Society in operating Second House as a museum.
- Montauk SurfCasters Association Partner — Sponsored a beach clean-up at Soar Thumb on April 19, 2014, in collaboration with LIBBA.
- New York State Historical Trust Government — Co-purchased Second House with the Town of East Hampton for preservation as a historic site.
- New York State Parks Government — Collaborates on permit administration and beach access policy for state-managed beaches.
- Northern Equipment Partner — Business sponsor of LONG ISLAND BEACH BUGGY ASSOCIATION
- Parts Authority Partner — Business sponsor of LONG ISLAND BEACH BUGGY ASSOCIATION
- Paulies Tackle of Montauk Partner — Business sponsor of LONG ISLAND BEACH BUGGY ASSOCIATION
- Peter J. Brower Partner — Chairman of the Board providing governance and strategic oversight.
- Saltwater Tackle Partner — Business sponsor of LONG ISLAND BEACH BUGGY ASSOCIATION
- South Shore Derby Partner — Automatically shares contest entries with the Ken Karwick Memorial Surf Fishing Contest.
- Stripers Surf Club Partner — Partnered with LIBBA on beach clean-up events, including one at Jones Beach Field 10 on April 12, 2014.
- Town of Babylon Partner — Co-hosts the LIBBA Autumn Fishing Tournament with LIBBA at Gilgo Beach.
- Town of East Hampton Government — Collaborated with the Town of East Hampton in the purchase and preservation of Second House.
- Ward Melville High School Fishing Club Partner — Hosted joint events including the Saltwater Fishing Expo & Fundraiser on March 2, 2018.
- West End Fishing Tackle Inc. Partner — Manufactures locally made fishing lures (Charlie Graves Tins) used and promoted by LIBBA members.
- federal government Government — Engages with federal agencies to support beach travel, fishing rights, and conservation efforts.
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strategies · 1
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-Based Conservation with Recreational Integrationmethodology: stewardship-through-recreationBy combining recreational fishing activities with environmental stewardship practices such as beach cleanups, the organization fosters sustainable use of coastal resources, because shared recreational responsibility strengthens community buy-in and long-term conservation outcomes.