irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2020
What they reported doing
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named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Advocacy
Public outreach and campaigns to oppose US Coast Guard proposals such as buoy removals that may impact navigation safety.
Historic Preservation & Restoration
Ongoing structural repair and maintenance of the lighthouse, including concrete, metal, riprap, and pier repairs.
Public Tours
Guided educational tours of the Huntington Harbor Lighthouse, including boat transportation from Goldstar Battalion Beach and access to the interior and tower.
Volunteer Program
Opportunities for volunteers in research, tours, fundraising, events, and physical restoration work.
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Historic Vessel and Equipment Preservation 2 activities
- Public access and educational tours of the lighthouseConducts guided public tours of the Huntington Lighthouse on scheduled Sundays and through boat tours departing from Goldstar Battalion Beach, including interior access and optional tower climbing; also planning seasonal sunset tour series.
- Public education and dissemination of lighthouse historyShares historical narratives, personal memories, and educational content about the lighthouse through published materials and guided tours.
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Local History Preservation and Education 1 activity
- Historical research and archival managementConducts historical research, documents lighthouse keeper service records, and manages archival materials related to the lighthouse’s history and preservation.
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Historic Site Designation Advocacy 1 activity
- Lighthouse advocacy and historic designationAdvocates for the protection of the Huntington Harbor Lighthouse by raising awareness of its deteriorating condition, opposing removal of navigational aids, and successfully securing its listing on the National Register of Historic Buildings in 1988.
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Real-Time Environmental Monitoring and Community Engagement 1 activity
- Live webcam and digital monitoring of the lighthouseOperates a live webcam providing real-time views of the Huntington Lighthouse and its osprey inhabitants, enhancing public engagement and environmental observation.
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Historic Building Restoration and Preservation 1 activity
- Preservation and restoration of the Huntington Harbor LighthouseEngages in the ongoing preservation, restoration, and physical maintenance of the Huntington Harbor Lighthouse, including carpentry, painting, repairs, and construction work on the historic concrete structure originally scheduled for demolition.
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Museum Volunteer Engagement & Operations Support 1 activity
- Volunteer and organizational capacity engagementEngages volunteers in research, guided tours, events, fundraising, physical maintenance, and coordinates grant applications and management to support organizational operations.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Operation of the Huntington Harbor Lighthouse as an active aid to navigationMaintains and operates the Huntington Harbor Lighthouse as an active Aid to Navigation, including installation and maintenance of a modern LED light powered by solar panels on the watch deck.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$103K
Contributions & grants$188K182%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$50%
Other revenue$-85K
expenses
Total expenses$53K
Program expenses49%
Admin / overhead42%
Fundraising10%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$1.32M
Cash$234K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$1.32M
Liquid reserves53.1 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +5.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 11
- ANTONIA MATTHEOU — DIRECTOR
- ED CARR — DIRECTOR
- FRANK DELUCA — DIRECTOR
- JEFF URQUHART — DIRECTOR
- JOANNE GRAZIANO — DIRECTOR
- LEIGH STERFLINGER — TREASURER
- MICHELE MIROFF — SECRETARY
- PAMELA S SETCHELL — PRESIDENT
- STEVE ECKERS — DIRECTOR
- SUSAN ECKERS — DIRECTOR
- SUSAN WELCH PERISSI — DIRECTOR
relationships · 11
Who they work with
- Brian Yudowitz, Esq. Partner — Provides legal counsel to the organization.
- Donors Funder — Donors provide financial support for lighthouse preservation and restoration projects.
- Douglas Love Partner — Handles public relations for the organization.
- Lynn Kiraly, CPA Partner — Provides accounting services for the organization.
- Susi Resner Partner — Manages the organization's website.
- Suzanne Pelisson-Beasley Partner — Handles public relations for the organization.
- Town of Huntington Government — Partners with the Town of Huntington for tour operations departing from Goldstar Battalion Beach.
- Town of Huntington Government — Provides Goldstar Battalion Beach dock as the departure point for lighthouse tours.
- U.S. Coast Guard Government — Engaged with the U.S. Coast Guard regarding preservation of the lighthouse versus automated replacement.
- US Coast Guard Government — Partners with the US Coast Guard to maintain the lighthouse as an active aid to navigation, including operation of the light and foghorn.
- Volunteers Partner — Volunteers support the preservation and restoration of the lighthouse.
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.
- Community-Based Advocacy for Preservationmethodology: community_advocacyBy mobilizing grassroots community support and public advocacy, the organization prevents demolition and secures the preservation of the lighthouse, because collective public engagement increases political and institutional accountability and amplifies the perceived cultural value of the site.
- Continuous Stewardship and Project-Based Restorationmethodology: continuous_stewardshipBy combining long-term hands-on maintenance with focused restoration projects funded through grants, the organization ensures structural sustainability and cultural continuity, because sustained physical stewardship backed by targeted funding produces durable preservation outcomes.
- Story-Based and Experiential Engagementmethodology: story-based engagementBy using personal storytelling, historical recollection, and on-site educational access, the organization fosters emotional and communal connections to the lighthouse, because narrative and direct experience deepen public investment and support for long-term stewardship.