named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Anniversary Party
Special milestone celebration events for the association, such as 60th and 70th anniversaries
Annual Beach Party
Social gathering for members, held yearly to foster community and celebrate the beach property
Beach Clean Up
Annual community event to clean and maintain the 33 acres of beach property
Beach Grass Planting
Event focused on dune restoration and erosion control through native grass planting
Holiday Cocktail Party
Seasonal social event for members
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Neighborhood Civic Engagement 2 activities
- Operate as a civic association advocating for homeownersFunctions as the largest active civic association in Montauk, representing over 500 homeowners in local affairs, engaging in civic participation, and advocating for property rights and community interests in local governance.
- Promote community standards and neighborly conductEncourages members to communicate community rules to renters and guests, share contact information for issue resolution, and uphold neighborly behavior to maintain harmonious community relations.
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Ecological Habitat Restoration 1 activity
- Conduct coastal preservation through beach grass plantingSupports dune stabilization and coastal bluff preservation by planting beach grass and installing sand fences near vulnerable bluffs, with documented plantings occurring in October 2022 and 2025 as part of ongoing erosion control efforts.
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Organized Member Social Events 1 activity
- Host social events for membersOrganizes and hosts social events for property owner members and their guests, including holiday cocktail parties and other seasonal gatherings, to foster community engagement among members.
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Private Lake and Beach Access Management 1 activity
- Manage and maintain oceanfront property for member useManages and maintains approximately 30–33 acres of beachfront property, including coastal cliffs, vegetation, pathways, steps, parking lots, and signage, for the benefit of over 500 property owner members. Activities include preventive maintenance, repairs, installation of sand fences, and dune stabilization efforts.
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Beach and Waterway Cleanup Initiatives 1 activity
- Organize beach and property clean-up eventsOrganizes regular beach and highway clean-up events involving Board Directors and member volunteers, held on scheduled Sundays and recurring annually, to maintain the cleanliness and environmental integrity of the shared property.
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Legal Representation for Members 1 activity
- Protect property rights through legal representationRetains legal counsel when necessary to defend and protect the property rights associated with MBPOA-owned land and common areas.
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Homeowners Association Management 1 activity
- Provide member services and operational supportManages member access through parking lot locks and key distribution, facilitates emergency alert system enrollment, maintains official signage, and covers taxes, insurance, and operational expenses using member dues to ensure smooth association operations.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$119K
Contributions & grants$25K21%
Program service revenue——
Investment income$9521%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$112K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
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balance sheet
Total assets$83K
Cash—
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Net assets$83K
4 years on record · 2022–2025 · YoY revenue +21.9%
relationships · 8
Who they work with
- Concerned Citizens of Montauk Partner — Collaborates with or supports the efforts of Concerned Citizens of Montauk in preserving Montauk’s environment and ecology.
- Montauk Chamber of Commerce Partner — References Montauk Chamber of Commerce as a resource for visitors and local business information.
- Montauk Library Partner — Recognizes Montauk Library as a community organization providing educational and cultural resources to the Montauk community.
- Public Safety Government — Coordinates beach emergency response with local public safety via designated location signs.
- Town of East Hampton Government — MBPOA nearly transferred beachfront property to the Town of East Hampton but canceled the deal prior to completion.
- Town of East Hampton Government — Relies on and directs members to Town of East Hampton for enforcement of local codes, emergency alerts, and ordinance complaints.
- Town of East Hampton Government — Requires coordination for Special Events permits and enforces beach regulations on shared jurisdictional areas.
- local government Government — Engages with local government to understand laws and developments impacting MBPOA property rights.
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 Identity and Norm Enforcementmethodology: community_norms_enforcementBy promoting a shared community identity through social events, branded merchandise, and a code of neighborliness, the organization sustains harmonious residential use, because strong social norms and mutual respect reduce conflict and increase voluntary adherence to zoning and behavioral standards.
- Community-Governed Recreation and Stewardshipmethodology: community-governed-recreationBy combining property stewardship with social club activities, the organization strengthens community cohesion and ensures sustainable management of shared resources, because member investment in both environmental care and social engagement fosters long-term ownership and compliance with preservation norms.
- Deed-Restricted Public Access and Private Value Preservationmethodology: deed-restricted public accessBy enforcing deed restrictions that ensure permanent public access to the beach while limiting commercial use, the organization maintains private access rights and enhances property values for members, because legal safeguards prevent privatization by third parties and preserve the exclusivity and environmental quality of the beach.
- Environmental Protection Through Community-Led Actionmethodology: community-led-environmental-stewardshipBy engaging members in active environmental stewardship practices such as dune stabilization, clean-up events, and Leave No Trace policies, the organization achieves lasting ecological preservation, because hands-on participation fosters personal responsibility and collective accountability for environmental health.