named programs · 10 · from sources
What they call their work
Ancestry - Library Edition
Access to billions of genealogical records including census data, vital records, and photos; available on-site only
BookBrowse
Provides book reviews, read-alikes, book club recommendations, author interviews, and thematic reading lists
Brainfuse HelpNow
Offers live online tutoring in math, science, writing, and other subjects for K-12 and college students
JobNow
Provides resume assistance, live interview preparation, and career coaching
Kanopy
Streaming service offering thousands of educational and enriching films accessible with a library card
Libby
Platform for borrowing free ebooks and audiobooks using a mobile device and library card
Museum Pass Program
Offers free or discounted admission to local museums including Parrish Art Museum, Children’s Museum of the East End, and South Fork Natural History Museum
Science Online
STEM research and learning resource with topic centers and e-learning modules for students and educators
VetNow
Supports veterans and their families with VA navigation, academic tutoring, and employment transition assistance
hoopla Digital
Provides 24/7 access to audiobooks, eBooks, comics, music, movies, and TV with a library card; allows up to 7 borrows per month
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Public Access to Digital and Physical Library Collections 2 activities
- Delivers digital media and streaming servicesOffers instant access to a digital collection of comics, graphic novels, and manga through Comics Plus, and provides streaming of films, music, and TV through hoopla Digital and Kanopy using a library card.
- Provides public library services and resourcesOffers free access to physical and digital materials, including books, audiobooks, comics, movies, music, and TV through platforms like Libby and hoopla Digital. Provides in-library access to genealogical records via Ancestry® Library Edition and maintains curated collections for all age groups.
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Library-Provided Cultural Access Passes 1 activity
- Administers museum admission pass programProvides free or discounted access to multiple East End museums including the Parrish Art Museum, Southold Historical Museum, Children’s Museum of the East End, Nautical Museum, and others through a library pass system.
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Community Event Fundraising 1 activity
- Conducts fundraising and financial stewardshipOrganizes annual fundraising events including the Book Sale, Tent Week, and Turkey Plunge, and provides financial support for library programs and supplies not covered by public funding. Publishes annual operating budgets and fiscal reports.
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Strategic Planning and Organizational Development 1 activity
- Engages in strategic planning and organizational developmentDeveloped a strategic plan for 2024–2029 to expand access to resources, enhance community engagement, and strengthen digital infrastructure. Documents organizational milestones and facility improvements.
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Library and Community Facility Renovation 1 activity
- Manages library facility expansion and renovationUndertook a major renovation and expansion project including site preparation, foundation work, structural steel installation, and integration of new and existing buildings, including upgrades to roofing and cupola.
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Workforce Readiness Training 1 activity
- Offers career and employment support servicesProvides resume assistance, live interview preparation, career coaching through Brainfuse JobNow, and specialized support for veterans transitioning to civilian employment via VetNow.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Organizes community programs and eventsHosts a summer reading program, produces a monthly newsletter, and organizes cultural and educational events for all age groups, including tailored services for children, seniors, and patrons with special needs.
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Uncategorized 3 activities
- Offers educational and homework support programsProvides online tutoring, homework help, and academic writing assistance through Brainfuse HelpNow, along with access to research databases such as Gale Elementary, Britannica School, and Science Online. Offers math learning through Cool Math and writing support via Brainfuse.
- Provides personalized book recommendationsOffers customized 'readalike' suggestions based on user preferences including genre, pace, and mood, and supports discovery through the 'What Should I Read Next?' tool.
- Provides reference and research assistanceOffers access to reference databases covering health, human services, auto repair, and career counseling through Live-brary, and provides research support and citations via online inquiry forms.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.81M
Contributions & grants$1.36M75%
Program service revenue$21K1%
Investment income$435K24%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$1.01M
Program expenses83%
Admin / overhead17%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$631K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$10.10M
Cash$1.31M
Investments$6.51M
Liabilities$160K
Net assets$9.94M
Liquid reserves92.6 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +53.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| TERRY LUCAS | DIRECTOR | 35 | $159K |
board members · 13
- ARCHER BROWN — Trustee
- DONALD DUNNING — Trustee
- DONALD REGAN — Treasurer
- HENRY FAYNE — President
- JAMES HEUS — Trustee
- JO-ANN ROBOTTI — Vice President
- JODY GEIST — Trustee
- KARYN ISSA GREENWALD — Trustee
- LINDA KRAUS — Secretary
- MARIANNE CAREY — Trustee
- SUSAN BINDER — Trustee
- THOMAS HASHAGEN — Trustee
- TIM SHEEHAN — Trustee
relationships · 31
Who they work with
- Ancestry Partner — Partner organization providing genealogical research databases
- Ancestry.com Partner — Provides genealogical research tools through library access.
- BookBrowse Partner — Offers book recommendations and literary resources through library partnership.
- Brainfuse Partner — Partner organization providing online tutoring and homework help services.
- Brainfuse Partner — Partner organization providing online tutoring, career coaching, and veteran support services
- Britannica School Partner — Partner providing access to an online encyclopedia database for K-12 students.
- Children’s Museum of the East End Partner — Collaborates to provide discounted admission passes to library patrons.
- Comics Plus Partner — Partner providing a digital collection of comics, graphic novels, and manga for library patrons.
- Cool Math Partner — Partner providing math games and educational activities for children.
- Gale Elementary Partner — Partner providing access to research and educational databases for children.
- Infobase (Science Online) Partner — Partner organization providing STEM research and learning resources
- JSTOR Partner — Provides access to academic journals and research materials through library card.
- Kanopy Partner — Partner organization providing streaming film access to library patrons
- Kanopy Partner — Provides film and video streaming services accessible with library card.
- Libby Partner — Enables digital borrowing of e-books and audiobooks through library partnership.
- Library Journal Partner — Terry Lucas reviews new fiction for the publication, indicating a professional collaboration.
- Live-brary Government — Regional library consortium providing access to shared databases and resources
- OverDrive (Libby) Partner — Partner organization providing ebook and audiobook lending through the Libby app
- Parrish Art Museum Partner — Provides free admission for two adults per visit through the library's museum pass program.
- Pronunciator Partner — Offers language learning services accessible with library card.
- Queens College Graduate School of Library and Information Science Partner — Terry Lucas teaches at the institution, indicating an academic partnership.
- Shelter Island Library Network — Primary location and operational base for board meetings and library services.
- Shelter Island Public Library Network — Member of regional library network sharing catalog and lending systems
- Shelter Island Public Library Partner — Primary beneficiary of the Friends' fundraising and support activities.
- Shelter Island School Partner — Collaborated on media production through student reporting via SITV.
- South Fork Natural History Museum Partner — Participates in the library's museum pass program, offering access to its exhibits.
- Southold Historical Museum Partner — Grants free admission to exhibits for pass holders and their children through the library's program.
- Suffolk Cooperative Library System Partner — Liaison relationship through the PALS Coordinator role, supporting inter-library collaboration and resource sharing.
- Waterdrinker Family Farm & Garden Partner — Provides admission for up to four individuals (ages 3+) through the library's museum pass initiative.
- What Should I Read Next Partner — Partner platform helping patrons discover new books based on their reading history.
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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.
- Client-Choice Model in Digital Accessmethodology: client_choice_modelBy providing immediate, unrestricted access to digital media and personalized resource recommendations, the library increases utilization and engagement because autonomy in selection enhances user satisfaction and lowers barriers to use.
- Cultural and Community Hub Integrationmethodology: cultural_hub_modelBy embedding education, arts, cultural access, and community-specific services into its operations, the library strengthens civic engagement and inclusivity because shared spaces that reflect diverse needs foster broader participation and belonging.
- Integrated Learning Support Modelmethodology: integrated_youth_supportBy combining real-time academic tutoring with curated digital literacy resources, the library improves student learning outcomes because structured, accessible support meets learners at the point of need.