named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
A/V Editing & Podcasting Suite
Offers access to a recording studio equipped with an iMac, audio software (Adobe Audition, GarageBand), microphones, and mixing equipment for public use.
Homebound Delivery Service
Delivers books, audiobooks, and DVDs by mail to residents unable to visit the library due to illness, disability, or mobility issues.
Library of Things
Allows patrons to borrow non-traditional items such as telescopes, Roku sticks, cornhole sets, and hotspots.
Museum Passes & Vouchers
Provides library cardholders with free or discounted access to cultural institutions including the American Museum of Natural History, Parrish Art Museum, and The Intrepid Sea, Air, & Space Museum.
Notary Public Services
Provides free notary services during library hours with appointments recommended; available to patrons with valid photo ID.
Pathway to Success Scholarship
Offers up to $5,000 over three years to residents pursuing formal education in trade, vocational, certification, or academic programs.
activities · 10 groups
What they do
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Public Access to Digital and Physical Library Collections 3 activities
- Add new book titles monthlyRegularly adds new book titles to library shelves each month, with curated highlights featured for patrons.
- Offer digital library cardsProvides a digital library card valid for 30 days to users, enabling access to library resources online.
- Provide general library servicesOffers core library services to the community, including lending materials, research assistance, database training, and access to digital and physical resources.
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Local High School Scholarship Programs 1 activity
- Administer educational scholarship programAwards one or more scholarships annually valued up to $5,000 distributed over three years to individuals pursuing formal education.
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Transparent Governance Meetings 1 activity
- Conduct Board of Trustees meetingsHolds regular Board of Trustees meetings as part of organizational governance, with scheduled public sessions such as the one on May 13.
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Home Delivery and Curbside Pickup Services 1 activity
- Deliver library materials to homebound residentsProvides homebound delivery and return of books, books on CD, and DVDs via USPS using a provided canvas mailing pouch at no cost to district residents unable to visit due to illness, disability, or mobility issues.
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Library-Provided Cultural Access Passes 1 activity
- Distribute museum passes and discountsProvides access to digital museum passes for households with a library card, limited to one pass per week across all partner museums and one per museum per week; passes can be reserved up to 30 days in advance and are valid only on the reserved date. Also offers a $30 discount code for Splish Splash Water Park admission.
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Curated Art Exhibitions and Public Displays 1 activity
- Host rotating art exhibitionsHosts regular art exhibits by local artists, including public receptions; recent examples include exhibitions by Gloria Smith, Leah K. Tomaino, and Quincy Egginton throughout the year.
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Summer and Seasonal Reading Programs 1 activity
- Operate Summer Reading ClubRuns a Summer Reading Club open to individuals of all ages, encouraging reading engagement across the community.
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Library of Things Lending 1 activity
- Operate equipment lending programRuns a Digital Branch equipment lending program that loans items across categories including technology (Roku sticks, hotspots), tools, health devices, board games, crafts, and telescopes; available only to Sag Harbor residents and valid library card holders.
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Notary and Document Services 1 activity
- Provide notary public servicesOffers free on-site notary public services during regular library hours, limited to 10 notarizations per patron per day (one signature, stamp, and seal each), with optional donations accepted.
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Professional Audio/Video Production Services 1 activity
- Provide public A/V editing and podcasting workstationOffers public access to an audio/visual editing and podcasting workstation, including a podcast booth and studio space for recording and production.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$3.26M
Contributions & grants$3.18M97%
Program service revenue$20K1%
Investment income$66K2%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$3.19M
Program expenses85%
Admin / overhead15%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$1.69M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$20.82M
Cash$1.52M
Investments$3.30M
Liabilities$4.76M
Net assets$16.05M
Liquid reserves18.1 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2023 · YoY revenue +5.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| KELLY A HARRIS | DIRECTOR | 35 | $193K |
board members · 7
- ANN SUTPHEN — Trustee
- DAN GLASS — Trustee
- DIANE DEGER — Trustee
- ELLIOTT SROKA — Treasurer
- MICHAEL GARABEDIAN — Vice President
- ROBYN OBLER — Secretary
- WILLIAM McCOY — President
relationships · 19
Who they work with
- 9/11 Memorial & Museum Partner — Provides free or discounted admission to patrons through a museum pass program.
- American Museum of Natural History Partner — Provides free admission to permanent collections for library patrons via voucher.
- Children's Museum of the East End Partner — Offers admission for up to four people per pass, including at least one adult.
- Friends of the Library Partner — Supports art exhibits and events at the library, including the Gloria Smith exhibition.
- John Jermain Memorial Library Board of Trustees Government — Approves scholarship awards recommended by the Scholarship Committee.
- Long Island Aquarium Partner — Participates in the library’s museum pass program for visitor access.
- Longhouse Reserve Partner — Provides free admission for two adults and discounts on events and gift shop purchases through the library pass program.
- Parrish Art Museum Partner — Collaborates with the library to offer museum access through its pass system.
- Philip Dusenberry Community Workroom Partner — Hosts the A/V Editing & Podcasting Suite within its shared space.
- South Fork Natural History Museum Partner — Offers access to its nature center and exhibits through the library’s pass program.
- Splish Splash Water Park Partner — Offers a $30 discount on general admission to library patrons via a redeemable code.
- The Adventure Park at Long Island Partner — Participates in the library’s pass program to provide access to aerial adventure trails.
- The Frick Collection Partner — Provides admission for up to four people per pass, with no children under 10 admitted.
- The Gateway Playhouse Partner — Offers access to performances through the library’s museum pass initiative.
- The Guggenheim Museum Partner — Participates in the library’s museum pass program to expand public access to modern and contemporary art.
- The Intrepid Sea, Air, & Space Museum Partner — Provides access to its historical and science exhibits through the library’s pass system.
- US Postal Service Partner — Partners with the US Postal Service to deliver and receive returns of library materials for homebound patrons.
- Vanderbilt Mansion, Museum, & Planetarium Partner — Offers access to its estate, museum, and planetarium complex through the library’s pass program.
- partner website Partner — Collaborates with a partner website to facilitate online appointment booking for notary services.
strategies · 3
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.
- Cultural Access Through Museum Pass Lendingmethodology: cultural-access-lendingBy lending museum passes, the library increases community access to cultural institutions, because removing cost and logistical barriers enables broader engagement with arts and education.
- Equitable Access for Homebound Residentsmethodology: equitable-access-for-homebound-residentsBy mailing library materials to homebound individuals, the library ensures equitable access to services for those with temporary or permanent mobility limitations, because direct delivery removes physical barriers to participation.
- Expanding Resource Access Through Library of Thingsmethodology: library_of_thingsBy lending non-traditional items through a 'Library of Things' model, the library increases community access to tools and resources, because extending lending beyond books enables broader participation in learning and self-sufficiency.