named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
Aquatic and Cultural Arts Center
Planned expansion of the Montauk Playhouse to include a first-floor Aquatic Center and second-floor multi-use space for cultural events, conferences, and community programming.
Ocean Swim Challenge
Annual fundraising event launched in 2008 and held at Ditch Plains beach to support the Playhouse rebuilding project; went virtual in 2020.
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Capital Infrastructure Funding 1 activity
- Fundraising for the reconstruction and maintenance of the Montauk Playhouse Community CenterRaises funds for the rebuilding, restoration, enhancement, and ongoing maintenance of the Montauk Playhouse Community Center to support recreational, social, cultural, educational, and human services for people of all ages.
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Memorial and Veteran Honor Services 1 activity
- Hosting community events at the Montauk Playhouse Community CenterHosts recurring community events including an annual Veterans Day flag raising ceremony with wreath laying, participation by local Scouts, and refreshments, as well as public ribbon-cutting and groundbreaking ceremonies for major facility developments.
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Community Fitness and Aquatics Programming 1 activity
- Operating aquatic programs at the Sarah and Maurice Iudicone Aquatic CenterOffers swim lessons, lap swimming, family swim, and aqua aerobics classes in a new indoor aquatic center with separate pools for fitness and therapeutic use; the center is operated by Imagine Swimming, Inc.
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Charity Event Organization 1 activity
- Organizing the Montauk Ocean Swim ChallengeOrganizes the annual Montauk Ocean Swim Challenge with three race distances (1/2 mile, 1 mile, and 2 miles) to raise funds for programming at the Aquatic and Cultural Arts Centers, in collaboration with the East Hampton Volunteer Ocean Rescue Squad.
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Guided Historic Site Tours 1 activity
- Providing guided tours of the Aquatic and Cultural Arts CentersOffers guided tours of the new Aquatic and Cultural Arts Centers to update visitors on the capital campaign and facility developments.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Conducting community needs assessments for programmingConducted a community needs assessment survey to inform the development and delivery of programs at the completed Montauk Playhouse Community Center.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$459K
Contributions & grants$399K87%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$65K14%
Other revenue$-5K
expenses
Total expenses$8.42M
Program expenses99%
Admin / overhead1%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$27K
Grants paid out$8.29M
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$549K
Cash$363K
Investments$172K
Liabilities$7K
Net assets$543K
Liquid reserves0.8 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -85.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 1
- FABIO ROSATI — DIRECTOR
relationships · 25
Who they work with
- Academy Award Nominated Screenwriter and Novelist Partner — Endorsed the Montauk Playhouse project with a public statement of support.
- Assemblyman Fred W. Thiele, Jr. Government — Announced $1.75 million in New York State capital funding for the project.
- Body Tech Gym Partner — Operates the fitness center at the Montauk Playhouse facility.
- East Hampton Lions Club Partner — Linked through shared leadership, as a board member chairs the Health and Sight Committee.
- East Hampton Volunteer Ocean Rescue Partner — Partner organization in organizing the Montauk Ocean Swim Challenge.
- East Hampton Volunteer Ocean Rescue Squad Partner — Collaborates on the Ocean Swim Challenge fundraising event.
- Hamptons Jazz Fest Partner — Co-hosts or hosts jazz performances in partnership with the Hamptons Jazz Fest.
- ISE Partner — Engineering and construction firm retained to verify and update architectural plans.
- Imagine Swimming Partner — Operates the Sarah and Maurice Iudicone Aquatic Center at the Montauk Playhouse facility.
- Imagine Swimming Partner — Partner organization providing swim programming, pricing, schedules, and registration for the Aquatic Center.
- Imagine Swimming, Inc. Partner — Operator of the Sarah and Maurice Iudicone Aquatic Center.
- James Lima Planning + Development (JLP+D) Partner — Conducted a Feasibility Study and Stakeholder Report to validate project need and viability.
- Local Scouts Partner — Participates in the Veterans Day flag raising ceremony alongside the organization.
- Montauk Chamber of Commerce Partner — Collaborates through ex-officio membership via the Executive Director and active participation by a Treasurer and member of the advisory board.
- Montauk Fire Department’s Ladies Auxiliary Partner — Connected through shared leadership, as a board member has served for twelve years in the auxiliary.
- Montauk Food Pantry Partner — Connected through shared leadership, as a board member also serves as volunteer director of the pantry.
- Montauk Library Partner — Collaborates through ex-officio membership via the Library Director on the advisory committee.
- Montauk Marine Science Institute Partner — Linked through shared leadership, as a board member also serves as Director.
- Montauk School Partner — Engages through ex-officio membership via the School Board President on the advisory committee.
- New York State Office of Parks and Historic Preservation Funder — Awarded a $350,000 grant for historic preservation and restoration of the Playhouse building.
- Project MOST Partner — Operates the Montauk Child Care Center at the Montauk Playhouse facility.
- Town of East Hampton Government — Hosts the Senior Nutrition Center and operates the Town Clerk’s Montauk Annex at the Montauk Playhouse facility.
- Town of East Hampton Government — Partner in facility development and operations, including lease agreements, funding, and construction oversight.
- Town of East Hampton Government — Provided support for the restoration of the Montauk Playhouse Community Center.
- Town of East Hampton Recreation Department Partner — Manages programming and operations in the gymnasium at the Montauk Playhouse.
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 Planning for Facility Development 597 orgsmethodology: community-driven planningBy using community needs assessments to guide facility development and programming, the organization ensures relevance and responsiveness to local needs, because resident input increases ownership and utilization of services.shared approach: Community-Led Systems Change →
- Multi-Use, Flexible Space Design 174 orgsmethodology: flexible multi-use space designBy designing modular and adaptable spaces, the organization supports diverse and evolving community needs over time, because flexibility in physical infrastructure enables long-term relevance and efficient use across programming domains.shared approach: Community-Centered Engagement →
- Event-Based Fundraising to Support Programming 113 orgsmethodology: event-based fundraisingBy organizing annual fundraising events such as an ocean swim challenge, the organization generates financial support for community programming, because participatory events combine donor engagement with direct revenue generation.shared approach: Event-Based Fundraising →
- Historic Reuse as Community Hub 41 orgsmethodology: historic-reuse community developmentBy restoring and repurposing historic buildings, the organization creates multi-use community centers that integrate arts, education, recreation, and human services, because preserving community landmarks fosters civic pride and long-term engagement.shared approach: Adaptive Reuse for Community Value →