named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Arts & Culture Programming
Public events, performances, and cultural activities organized throughout the park
Environmental Education
Programs led by environmental educators that engage the public in learning about local ecology and sustainability
Recreation & Fitness
Public fitness classes, sports fields, and recreational activities for all ages
Volunteer Program
Opportunities for community members to participate in park stewardship and maintenance
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Urban Park and Public Space Conservation 2 activities
- Develop and complete park infrastructure and adaptive reuse projectsCompleted major park development and adaptive reuse projects including the John Street site (2016), Empire Stores (2016), Pier 1 development with One Hotel and Pierhouse Condominiums (2017), One Brooklyn Bridge Park condominium (2008), and Pier 6 development with Quay Tower and The Landing (2019).
- Operate and maintain an 85-acre waterfront park along Brooklyn's East RiverPlans, constructs, maintains, and operates an 85-acre, 1.3-mile public park along Brooklyn’s East River shoreline, including piers, lawns, pathways, and natural habitats, with accessible entrances, pathways, and facilities for public use.
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Marine and Coastal Education Programs 1 activity
- Deliver environmental education programs on local ecologyOffers educational workshops on the ecological role of oysters in the New York estuary, including hands-on oyster monitoring activities, and provides self-led and educator-supported programming at the Environmental Education Center featuring exhibits such as a 250-gallon aquarium with East River species, a 10-foot park model, crafts, and a reading corner.
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Facility Accessibility Improvements 1 activity
- Ensure accessibility across park facilities and programmingMaintains fully accessible park features including water fountains, benches with handrails and companion seating, ADA-compliant playgrounds at multiple piers, fully accessible restrooms, grade-level lawn entrances, re-graded ramps and bridges, and accessible ferry landings at Pier 1 and Pier 6 served by multiple ferry services.
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Film Festival and Screening Programming 1 activity
- Host free public cultural and recreational eventsHosts free cultural programming including outdoor movie screenings every Thursday evening during July and August on Pier 1 (with closed-captioning), which have drawn over 690,000 attendees since 2000, and organizes performances such as the annual Hindu Lamp Ceremony and Ajna Dance Company shows.
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Community Wellness Movement Classes 1 activity
- Provide free public fitness and wellness programsOffers free weekly workout classes open to all ages and abilities, requiring no equipment, from May through September, and operates ADA-compliant fitness equipment and an accessible basketball court on Pier 2.
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Community Stewardship Volunteer Programs 1 activity
- Run youth volunteer and community service programs in park horticultureOperates a volunteer program for teens aged 16–18 focused on horticultural care in Brooklyn Bridge Park, providing hands-on experience and community service hours.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Manage public access and permitted uses in Brooklyn Bridge ParkEstablishes rules and regulations governing permitted and prohibited activities in the park, including a formal process for submitting and reviewing permit applications for events and other uses.
- Provide cultural space for community useProvides cultural space at the John Street development site, currently used by the Brooklyn Public Library as a Teen Tech Center.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$36.06M
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$35.47M98%
Investment income$586K2%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$42.87M
Program expenses76%
Admin / overhead24%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$8.65M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$490.27M
Cash$26.45M
Investments$27.25M
Liabilities$120.76M
Net assets$369.52M
Liquid reserves15.0 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +4.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 8
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ERIC LANDAU | PRESIDENT | 35 | $366K |
| JEFFREY SANDGRUND | COO | 35 | $309K |
| JELANI WATKINS | TREASURER/CFO (OUTGOING) | 35 | $304K |
| AMY LOJEK | SECRETARY/GENERAL COUNSEL | 35 | $274K |
| SARAH KRAUSS | CHIEF OF STAFF & VP, PUB. | 35 | $267K |
| MAURA LOUT | CHIEF PEOPLE OFFICER | 35 | $239K |
| JOEL BERMEJO | DEPUTY GENERAL COUNSEL | 35 | $184K |
| LINDSEY ROSS | VP, CAPITAL PROJECTS AND R | 35 | $170K |
board members · 17
- ANDI PHILLIPS — DIRECTOR
- ANDREW KIMBALL — DIRECTOR
- GREGG BISHOP — DIRECTOR
- GREGORIO MAYERS — DIRECTOR
- HENRY B GUTMAN — DIRECTOR
- IRIS RODRIGUEZ-ROSA — DIRECTOR
- JAMES ARCHER — DIRECTOR (DESIGNATED)
- JEFFREY D FRIEDLANDER — DIRECTOR
- JEFFREY ROTH — DIRECTOR & CHAIR
- JOCELYNNE RAINEY — DIRECTOR
- JOSH KRAUS — DIRECTOR (DESIGNATED)
- MARIANA ALEXANDER — DIRECTOR
- MARTIN CONNOR — DIRECTOR
- MARTIN MAHER — DIRECTOR (DESIGNATED)
- MEERA JOSHI — DIRECTOR & CHAIR (OUTGOING)
- PETER ASCHKENASY — DIRECTOR
- SHARI HYMAN — DIRECTOR
relationships · 17
Who they work with
- Aeilushi Mistry Partner — Dance artist and educator performing the Hindu Aarti ceremony at the event.
- Ajna Dance Company Partner — Performing at the Hindu Lamp Ceremony at 6:00 PM and 7:00 PM.
- Alloy Development Partner — Selected as part of a joint venture to design and develop the John Street development site.
- DUMBO Dads Run Club Partner — Co-leads Stroller Run & Walk events in partnership with Brooklyn Bridge Park Corporation.
- Fornino’s Partner — Hosts nearby restroom facilities for park events on Pier 6.
- Governors Island Ferry Partner — Provides accessible ferry service to Brooklyn Bridge Park at Pier 1 and Pier 6.
- Midtown Equities Partner — Designated to redevelop Empire Stores in a team led by Midtown Equities.
- Monadnock Development Partner — Selected as part of a joint venture with Alloy Development to design and develop the John Street development site.
- NYC Ferry Partner — Provides accessible ferry service to Brooklyn Bridge Park at Pier 1 and Pier 6.
- New York State Government — Complies with New York State Freedom of Information Law for public records disclosure.
- New York Water Taxi Partner — Provides accessible ferry service to Brooklyn Bridge Park at Pier 1 and Pier 6.
- Oliver’s Realty Group Partner — Approved as part of a joint venture with RAL Development Services to develop the residential buildings at the Pier 6 site.
- RAL Development Services Partner — Approved as part of a joint venture to develop the residential buildings at the Pier 6 site.
- Starwood Capital Partner — Selected as part of a joint venture to develop the Pier 1 sites.
- The Center for Brooklyn History Partner — Jointly operates Brooklyn Waterfront History, a project exploring the history, ecology, and sustainability of the Brooklyn waterfront.
- Toll Brothers City Living Partner — Selected as part of a joint venture with Starwood Capital to develop the Pier 1 sites.
- map.brooklynbridgepark.org Partner — Provides an interactive map for navigating the park.
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.
- Equitable Access Through Inclusive Design and Rulesmethodology: equitable-access-through-rulesBy designing universally accessible spaces and enforcing rules that prioritize safety and fairness, the organization ensures equitable enjoyment of the park for all visitors, because structured access mechanisms reduce barriers and promote inclusive use.
- Experiential and Self-Led Environmental Educationmethodology: experiential-educationBy combining hands-on learning with self-directed exploration guided by experts, the organization fosters public understanding of local ecology and history, because experiential engagement increases visitor connection and retention of environmental stewardship concepts.
- Financial Self-Sustainability via Strategic Developmentmethodology: financial_self_sustainability_through_developmentBy generating revenue through real estate development on designated park-adjacent sites, the organization funds ongoing park operations and maintenance, because concentrated development at entrances supports financial sustainability without compromising protected scenic and ecological assets.
- Inclusive Programming to Lower Participation Barriersmethodology: inclusive_programmingBy designing programs such as equipment-free fitness activities, the organization enables participation across ages and abilities, because removing physical and logistical requirements expands access and promotes equitable community engagement.
- Youth Engagement Through Stewardship Programmingmethodology: youth_stewardship_programBy involving teens in age-appropriate volunteer opportunities focused on park care, the organization cultivates long-term environmental responsibility, because early hands-on stewardship builds lasting connections to public spaces and ecological systems.