named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
All-Star Band Camp
Educational program where student musicians perform songs by Hall of Fame inductees under coaching by experienced music educators
Everybody Loves Raymond Exhibition
Permanent exhibit featuring original sets, costumes, and props from the television show, located at the museum in Stony Brook
Harry Chapin Award
Biennial award recognizing individuals or groups for humanitarian contributions on Long Island and beyond
Local Film Series
Monthly screenings of films related to Long Island music and culture on selected Saturdays
Scholarship Program
Annual awards for high school seniors from Long Island pursuing higher education in music performance, education, or theater
Sunday Concert Series
Weekly performances by Long Island musicians featuring original music, held at the museum
The Billy Joel Collection
Rotating exhibit of rare memorabilia, photos, and videos on loan from the Billy Joel Archives, included with museum admission
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Music Awards and Honors Programs 2 activities
- Conduct biannual Hall of Fame induction ceremonies and award galasHonors contributions to Long Island’s music and entertainment history through biannual induction ceremonies, hosting formal galas at venues such as The Paramount, Oheka Castle, and the Patchogue Theatre. Events feature presenters and performers from the music industry and have inducted over 120 artists and professionals since 2004.
- Present awards recognizing musical and humanitarian contributionsRecognizes excellence and impact in music and community service through annual awards including the Long Island Sound Award, Distinguished Musician Award for non-local artists engaged with Long Island, Educator of Note Award for music teachers, and the Harry Chapin Award for humanitarian efforts.
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Music Education and Training Programs 1 activity
- Deliver music education programs and summer band camps for studentsOffers educational initiatives including All-Star Band Camp and an annual summer band camp for high school musicians from across Long Island, culminating in public concerts. Programs focus on performance of Hall of Fame inductees’ music and skill development in areas such as lead guitar, slide guitar, and finger picking.
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Arts Education Scholarships 1 activity
- Fund scholarships for high school seniors pursuing music education or performanceAwards annual scholarships totaling tens of thousands of dollars to Long Island high school seniors, including ten $1,000 awards and one $500 memorial scholarship, to support their pursuit of music education or performance.
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Film Festival and Screening Programming 1 activity
- Host film series and screenings for local filmmakersProduces a monthly film series at the museum showcasing films by Long Island directors across multiple genres, including dedicated screenings such as The Lady of The Lake: The Legend of Lake Ronkonkoma and Screamwalkers. Provides filmmakers with Q&A opportunities and promotional support through podcast, social media, newsletters, and traditional media.
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Local History Museum Operations 1 activity
- Operate museum and exhibitions celebrating Long Island's music and entertainment heritageManages an 8,800-square-foot museum in Stony Brook, NY featuring permanent and rotating exhibits, including original sets from "Everybody Loves Raymond," Billy Joel memorabilia, musical instruments, awards, apparel, and props from Long Island artists. The facility includes a theater that plays behind-the-scenes footage and rare outtakes as part of exhibit programming.
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Museum-Based Educational Outreach 1 activity
- Produce traveling and mobile educational exhibitsDevelops and deploys traveling educational exhibits, including a mobile museum equipped with state-of-the-art technology, to extend access to Long Island's music and entertainment heritage beyond the Stony Brook facility.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.08M
Contributions & grants$528K49%
Program service revenue$540K50%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$8K
expenses
Total expenses$905K
Program expenses84%
Admin / overhead14%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$224K
Grants paid out$10K
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$2.56M
Cash$537K
Investments$0
Liabilities$70K
Net assets$2.49M
Liquid reserves7.1 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +29.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 3
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| BARRY FISCH | TRUSTEE | 40 | $70K |
| KELLY MAUDE LEUNG | TRUSTEE | 20 | $48K |
| JUDI LACH VEECK | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 20 | $7K |
board members · 19
- BRIAN LEE — SECRETARY
- DAVE WIDMER — TRUSTEE
- DAVID BARAM — TRUSTEE
- ERNEST CANADEO — CHAIRMAN
- JEFFREY JAMES — TRUSTEE
- JIM FAITH — TRUSTEE
- JOHNNY ROSADO — TRUSTEE
- KEVIN O'CALLAGHAN — TRUSTEE
- LARRY DUNN — TRUSTEE
- MARK MEINBERG — TRUSTEE
- NORM PRUSSLIN — TRUSTEE
- PAUL ANTHONY — TRUSTEE
- RICHARD BRANCIFORTE — TRUSTEE
- ROB DEBRAUWER — TRUSTEE
- ROB POSNER — TREASURER
- RON ALEXENBURG — TRUSTEE
- RONALD STAIR — TRUSTEE
- SANDRA TAYLOR — TRUSTEE
- TOM NEEDHAM — TRUSTEE
relationships · 43
Who they work with
- Bob Buchmann Partner — Early board member of the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame and creator of WBAB's Homegrown show.
- Brady Rymer Partner — Guest instructor at the LIMEHOF Summer Band Camp
- Catholic Health Funder — Presenting sponsor of the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame
- Catholic Health Partner — Presenting sponsor of the Everybody Loves Raymond: Celebrating 30 Years exhibit.
- Catholic Health Partner — Presenting sponsor providing significant financial or in-kind support
- Claire Friedlander Foundation Partner — Premier sponsor providing major financial support
- Country Carpet Partner — Premier sponsor providing major financial or in-kind support
- Danny Miranda Partner — Guest instructor at the LIMEHOF Summer Band Camp
- DeRosa family Partner — Collaborates with LIMEHOF to award the annual Pat DeRosa Memorial Scholarship in memory of Pat DeRosa.
- G&R Events Partner — Sponsors the LIMEHOF Local Filmmakers Series
- Haugland Group Partner — Premier sponsor providing major financial or in-kind support
- I Love NY Partner — Premier sponsor promoting cultural tourism and state identity
- Jack Licitra Partner — Director of the LIMEHOF Summer Band Camp
- Jake’s 58 Partner — Premier sponsor providing financial or venue-related support
- Johnny Farina Partner — Guest instructor at the LIMEHOF Summer Band Camp
- Kerry Kearney Partner — Guest instructor at the LIMEHOF Summer Band Camp
- Lessing’s Hospitality Partner — Premier sponsor contributing hospitality services or funding
- Lincoln Center Partner — Hosted Long Island Sound Award ceremonies.
- Long Island Cares Partner — Recognized with the Harry Chapin Award in 2010 for its work addressing hunger and food insecurity on Long Island.
- Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame Network — Recognizes inductees from across all areas of the music industry, including artists, producers, technicians, and venues.
- M&T Bank Partner — Premier sponsor providing financial services or funding
- Madison Square Garden Entertainment Partner — Premier sponsor providing entertainment industry expertise or venue access
- Maggio Environmental Services Partner — Premier sponsor contributing environmental services or funding
- Magnetic Vine Partner — Sponsors the LIMEHOF Local Filmmakers Series
- New York Jets Partner — Marty Lyons of the New York Jets participated as a special guest at the 2012 Induction Awards Gala.
- New York State Council on the Arts Government — Primary grant funder supporting the organization through state arts funding
- New York State Legislature Government — Provides legislative support for funding through the New York State Council on the Arts
- News 12 Partner — Carol Silva of News 12 participated as a presenter at the 2014 Induction Awards Gala.
- Norm Prusslin Partner — Music historian and founding member of the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame.
- Northville Partner — Premier sponsor providing financial or in-kind support
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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.
- Community-Driven Stewardship of Cultural Heritagemethodology: community-engaged_preservationBy engaging volunteers and leveraging community passion alongside professional expertise, the organization advances the preservation and celebration of local music culture, because shared stewardship increases sustainability and deepens public investment in cultural continuity.
- Cultural Preservation as Educational Foundationmethodology: culture_and_educationBy preserving and celebrating Long Island’s musical heritage through immersive exhibitions, digital storytelling, and performance-based education, the organization fosters arts education and inspires future generations, because experiential connection to cultural legacy increases engagement and learning outcomes.
- Inclusive Recognition to Reflect Regional Cultural Impactmethodology: inclusive_recognition_frameworkBy using geographic impact and inclusive genre criteria for induction—rather than birthplace or genre exclusivity—the organization ensures broad representation of Long Island's diverse music community, because recognition that reflects lived cultural contribution strengthens community ownership and authenticity of preservation.