named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Deer Spaying Program Partnership
Donated $100,000 to support a humane deer population management program in partnership with White Buffalo Inc.
East Hampton Healthcare Foundation Support
Supported the founding of the East Hampton Healthcare Foundation to improve access to healthcare services for Village residents.
Grants Program
Provides financial support for historic preservation initiatives, including structural restorations and environmental studies, such as funding for the Eastville Community Historical Society and Georgica Pond research.
Historic Preservation Award
Recognizes outstanding preservation, restoration, and rehabilitation projects in East Hampton and surrounding communities, honoring both private and public efforts.
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Historic Site Designation Advocacy 1 activity
- Advocacy for historic preservation and community planningAdvocates for the protection of historic landmarks through campaigns to prevent demolition, secure listings on the National Register of Historic Places, and influence town and village comprehensive plans and codes to preserve community character.
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Environmental Conservation Grantmaking 1 activity
- Funding environmental and community studiesFinances research studies on local environmental and community issues, including a study on pollutant impacts on marine life in Georgica Pond and support for a deer spaying and release program to manage population growth.
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Historic Preservation Support Grants 1 activity
- Funding preservation and restoration projects through grantsProvides financial support for the preservation and restoration of historic sites and buildings by awarding grants to organizations such as the Eastville Community Historical Society, East Hampton Historical Society, and St. Peter’s Chapel, often to secure matching funds or complete critical repairs.
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Railroad and Canal Heritage Preservation 1 activity
- Operation and maintenance of historic sites and facilitiesOperates and maintains historically significant sites, including the Long Island Railroad station and the Town Marine Museum, through refurbishment, construction of protective infrastructure, and ongoing stewardship.
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Professional Excellence Awards Programs 1 activity
- Recognition of exemplary historic preservation projectsPresents annual awards through its Historic Preservation Committee to recognize outstanding preservation, restoration, and reconstruction projects in East Hampton and surrounding communities, highlighting best practices in historic stewardship.
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Historic Building Restoration and Preservation 1 activity
- Restoration and preservation of historic buildings and structuresUndertakes direct restoration and preservation projects on historic buildings and structures, including the Dominy House, John Lyon Gardiner Mill Cottage, Amagansett U.S. Life-Saving and Coast Guard Station, East Hampton Village Hall, and North End Cemetery headstones, using historically accurate methods and materials.
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Food Distribution and Hunger Relief 1 activity
- Support for community initiatives during emergenciesSupported local restaurants and vulnerable populations during times of need by participating in the East Hampton Eats initiative to provide take-out meals for essential workers and individuals in need.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$149K
Contributions & grants$140K94%
Program service revenue——
Investment income$8K6%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$116K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$76K
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$212K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$212K
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +61.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| KATHLEEN CUNNINGHAM | EXEC. DIR. | 1 | $76K |
relationships · 24
Who they work with
- Amagansett U.S. Life-Saving and Coast Guard Society Partner — Organized private donations for the six-year renovation of the Amagansett U.S. Life-Saving and Coast Guard Station.
- BFJ Planning Partner — Consultant hired to update the Village’s Comprehensive Plan in partnership with the Village’s Comp Plan Committee.
- Ben Krupinski Builders Partner — Builder responsible for the 2018 restoration of the George and Sarah Fowler House, recognized by the organization.
- East Hampton Healthcare Foundation Partner — Spearheaded the creation of the East Hampton Healthcare Foundation in response to community health concerns.
- East Hampton Historical Society Partner — Administers The Dominy House and Workshops following restoration.
- East Hampton Historical Society Partner — Collaborates on historical programming, including the semiquincentennial celebration and related podcasts.
- East Hampton Historical Society Partner — Provided a grant to support the restoration of the Town House and collaborates on historic preservation projects.
- Eastville Community Historical Society Partner — Receives grant funding from the Village Preservation Society of East Hampton for preservation work on the Heritage House in Sag Harbor.
- Eastville Community Historical Society Partner — Recipient of a grant from Village Preservation Society for roof repair of its headquarters building.
- Elizabeth & Patrick Gerschel Partner — Recognized for their preservation and restoration of the Mulford-Baker House.
- Friends of Georgica Pond Foundation Partner — Funded a study conducted by this organization on environmental pollutants in Georgica Pond.
- Joe Rose Partner — Collaborates with the Village Preservation Society of East Hampton on the East Hampton Eats initiative to support local restaurants and feed essential workers.
- Ladies Village Improvement Society Partner — Brokered a deal enabling the Ladies Village Improvement Society to occupy the Gardiner Brown House as its permanent home.
- Ladies Village Improvement Society (LVIS) Partner — Collaborated on the restoration of indigenous plantings at the Duck Pond.
- Long Island Railroad Partner — Partnered with the Long Island Railroad in the preservation and restoration of the historic Brooklyn and Montauk Railroad station.
- MTA Government — Collaborated with the MTA on the 2017 restoration of the Long Island Railroad station as part of a state-funded reconstruction program.
- Stony Brook University Partner — Supported research by a professor at this institution on environmental impacts in Georgica Pond.
- Thomas Moran Trust Partner — Collaborates in recognizing the preservation of “The Studio” of Thomas and Mary Nimmo Moran, a National Historic Landmark.
- Town of East Hampton Government — Partnered with the Town to fund the fence at the North End Cemetery and supports preservation efforts in shared historic spaces.
- Town of East Hampton Partner — Collaborated on the restoration of the John Lyon Gardiner Mill Cottage and the Amagansett U.S. Life-Saving and Coast Guard Station.
- Village of East Hampton Partner — Collaborated on the preservation and restoration of the East Hampton Village Hall/The Beecher Hand House.
- Village of East Hampton Partner — Partnered on the restoration of the John Lyon Gardiner Mill Cottage.
- Wainscott Heritage Project Partner — Collaborates on content related to the history of Wainscott, including the John Osborn Homestead.
- White Buffalo Inc. Partner — Implements the deer spaying and release program funded by the Village Preservation Society of East Hampton.
strategies · 5
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.
- Collaborative Advocacy for Historic Infrastructuremethodology: collaborative_restorationBy partnering with transportation and regional authorities on restoration projects, the organization advances preservation goals through institutional collaboration because aligning public infrastructure planning with historic stewardship prevents destructive development and secures long-term protection of significant sites.
- Ecological and Cultural Heritage Integrationmethodology: ecosystem_restoration_through_indigenous_plantingBy restoring indigenous plantings and preserving sites linked to cultural figures, the organization integrates ecological sustainability with cultural heritage preservation because healthy ecosystems and artistic legacy are both essential dimensions of a resilient, meaningful community identity.
- Historic Preservation as Quality of Life Protectionmethodology: historic_preservation_and_community_advocacyBy protecting historic structures, open spaces, and residential character through advocacy and stewardship, the organization sustains the community's quality of life because the preservation of built heritage and local ecosystems is intrinsically tied to community well-being and identity.
- Recognition and Awards to Promote Preservation Normsmethodology: recognition-and-awardsBy publicly recognizing exemplary preservation work—including restoration, rehabilitation, and private stewardship—the organization encourages broader community participation in historic preservation because visibility and social recognition reinforce normative behavior and incentivize continued investment in heritage conservation.
- Standards-Based Stewardship of Historic Integritymethodology: standards-based-evaluationBy evaluating and promoting preservation projects that adhere to high standards of architectural integrity, craftsmanship, and historically accurate methods, the organization ensures authentic conservation of cultural heritage because fidelity to original design and materials maintains the historical and aesthetic value of structures.