named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
APA Presents Movies Under the Stars
Annual outdoor film series featuring popular and classic films screened on the Great Lawn, drawing community members for evening gatherings
And all the Little THINGS
Ongoing maintenance efforts such as litter pickup, graffiti removal, bench painting, weeding, and shoreline cleanup to support NYC Parks Department
BIG Volunteer Projects
Large-scale improvement initiatives including butterfly garden planting, bocce court restoration, erosion control, and installation of Little Free Libraries
Plus Community Events
Free public events including Movie Nights on the Great Lawn, Shore Fest, Classic Car Shows, musical walking tours, and Pumpkin Smash
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Urban Park and Public Space Conservation 2 activities
- Advocate for green and open space in Astoria ParkEngages in advocacy efforts focused on preserving and enhancing green and open space in Astoria Park, with attention to environmental sustainability and community needs.
- Manage and promote public access to Astoria ParkManages and promotes access to Astoria Park, a 60-acre public park in Queens, New York, including supporting infrastructure improvements and public amenities such as the Little Free Library and compost collection stations.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Host free public community events and programmingOrganizes and hosts free public events in Astoria Park to foster community engagement, including movie screenings on the Great Lawn, seasonal festivals, walking tours, car shows, and celebrations. The organization has hosted annual outdoor movie screenings since at least 2017, featuring major film releases as part of a summer series.
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Community Stewardship Volunteer Programs 1 activity
- Organize volunteer-led park beautification and maintenanceConducts regular volunteer events for park upkeep including litter pickup, garden maintenance, pathway edging, bench painting, weeding, graffiti removal, bulb planting, and shoreline cleaning in Astoria Park. Activities occur seasonally from spring through autumn and include both routine maintenance and special improvement projects.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$12K
Contributions & grants$12K100%
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expenses
Total expenses$9K
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balance sheet
Total assets$7K
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Net assets$7K
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +10.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 2
- DOUGLAS MONACO — COMMUNICATIONS OUTREACH DIRECTOR
- STEPHANY BERRY — VOLUNTEER & MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR
relationships · 10
Who they work with
- Facebook Partner — Platform used for updates and weather-related communications
- Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook for event updates and communication about volunteer days.
- Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook for event updates and weather-related communications.
- Guidestar Network — Profile listed on Guidestar platform
- Instagram Partner — Platform used to engage followers in selecting movie titles for events.
- NYC Department of Parks & Recreation Government — Maintains communication with the NYC Department of Parks & Recreation on park issues.
- NYC Department of Parks and Recreation Government — Facilitates communication and collaboration with the NYC Department regarding park management and community needs.
- NYC Ferry Partner — Collaborates to provide accessible transportation options to Astoria Park via a nearby ferry stop.
- NYC Parks Department Partner — Collaborates with NYC Parks Department staff to support park maintenance and improvement efforts.
- New York City Department of Parks & Recreation Government — Collaborates with and acknowledges the role of the city agency in advancing park improvement projects.
strategies · 2
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-Centered Programming to Strengthen Civic Engagementmethodology: community-driven programmingBy offering free, accessible public events and incorporating community input into programming decisions, we produce stronger community ties and sustained park use because inclusive, participatory experiences foster shared ownership and belonging.
- Community-Driven Stewardship Through Volunteer Engagementmethodology: community-engaged_managementBy mobilizing community volunteers for park maintenance, improvement, and public programming, we produce sustained park conservation and stronger civic engagement because collective ownership fosters long-term stewardship and enhances user experience.