irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $253KMAINTENANCE & PRESERVATION OF HISTORICAL GARDINER BROWN PROPERTY.
- #2 $147KSCHOLARSHIPS - ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIPS FOR HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS FOR EDUCATIONAL IMPROVEMENT, ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED TO A WOMEN RETURNING TO HIGHER EDUCATION.
named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
33rd Annual Landmarks Luncheon
Annual event celebrating and raising awareness for historic preservation in East Hampton
Annual Scholarships
Provides scholarships to high school seniors and women returning to higher education as part of educational improvement mission
Easter Egg Hunt
Annual community event for children and families with egg hunts, golden egg prizes, and photos with the Easter bunny
Halloween Party
Open house event for neighborhood children featuring storytelling, crafts, treats, and seasonal decorations
Holiday Open House
Seasonal event where children visit Mrs. Claus at the LVIS house to share wish lists and receive treats
LVIS Annual Fair
Community fair featuring plant sales, merchandise, silent auction, food truck, and family activities
Maintenance & Preservation of Historical Landmarks
Ongoing care and preservation of historic properties including the Gardiner Brown property and other landmarks in East Hampton
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Historic Preservation Support Grants 1 activity
- Funds preservation and restoration projects in East HamptonProvides financial support for local preservation initiatives such as repairs at South End Cemetery, restoration of the Dominy Shops, and the Brooks-Park Arts and Nature Center; also generates project-specific funding through events like the Landmarks Luncheon.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Hosts annual community events and seasonal celebrationsOrganizes recurring community events including an Easter Egg Hunt, LVIS Fair (with Children’s Playground and Food Court), Halloween Party, Holiday Open House with Mrs. Claus, Landmarks Luncheon, and a mini fair featuring plant sales and food trucks; events are held at the Gardiner Brown House or Maidstone Club and include decorations, storytelling, treats, photo opportunities, and interactive activities.
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Nature Preserve Management and Public Access 1 activity
- Maintains public green spaces and natural areas in East HamptonRegularly maintains trees, parks, greens, ponds, and the Nature Trail in East Hampton, including planting at least 20 trees annually, managing waterfowl habitats with nutritional feeding and nesting boxes, and conducting seasonal trail maintenance in collaboration with the Garden Club of East Hampton.
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Nonprofit Retail and Merchandise Sales 1 activity
- Operates thrift shops to fund community projectsRuns The Shops at LVIS, selling gently used clothing, books, housewares, and furniture, with proceeds funding community maintenance, preservation efforts, and local projects; shop operations are a primary revenue source for LVIS initiatives.
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Historic Building Restoration and Preservation 1 activity
- Preserves historic properties and landmarks in East HamptonOwns, maintains, and preserves the Gardiner Brown House (built in 1740, listed on the National Register of Historic Places), prevents demolition of historic structures, and maintains the Octagon Dollhouse; also secured National Register designation for the Town Pond area in 1974.
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Local High School Scholarship Programs 1 activity
- Provides educational scholarships and book awards to East Hampton residentsAwards approximately 25 annual scholarships totaling over $190,000 to high school seniors, two $3,000 scholarships to adult women returning to undergraduate education, up to two $3,000 technical/trade school scholarships, and presents annual book awards to elementary and middle school students in East Hampton.
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Organizational Newsletter Production and Distribution 1 activity
- Publishes cookbooks and community reportsPublished the 13th edition of the LVIS cookbook in 2020, continuing a tradition since 1896, and produces annual publications such as the LVIS Community Report and newsletter to share organizational updates and history.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.89M
Contributions & grants$612K32%
Program service revenue$380%
Investment income$376K20%
Other revenue$907K
expenses
Total expenses$1.60M
Program expenses45%
Admin / overhead26%
Fundraising29%
Salaries & benefits$571K
Grants paid out$144K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$9.33M
Cash$510K
Investments$7.68M
Liabilities$46K
Net assets$9.28M
Liquid reserves61.5 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +16.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| RUSSELL KRATOVILLE | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 0 | $68K |
board members · 11
- BETTY PASTEUR — Director
- BONNIE PIZZORNO — Director
- JOYCE TUTTLE — President
- KATHIE LISI — Secretary
- KATHY MCCORMACK — Director
- LAURA SCHILLING — Treasurer
- OLIVIA BROOKS — Director
- PENNY HELM — 2nd Vice Pres.
- PRISCILLA TURNER — Director
- VICKIE LUNDIN — 1st Vice Pres.
- WIEBKE SULLIVAN — Director
relationships · 10
Who they work with
- East Hampton Partner — Primary community where LVIS conducts beautification, preservation, and event programming
- East Hampton High School Partner — Collaborates on scholarship administration and recipient announcement at school awards night.
- East Hampton Library Long Island Collection Partner — Provider of archival photos used in LVIS materials.
- East Hampton Middle School Partner — Presents book awards to sixth, seventh, and eighth graders in coordination with the school.
- Garden Club of East Hampton Partner — Collaborates with LVIS on seasonal maintenance of the Nature Trail.
- John M. Marshall Elementary School Partner — Presents book awards to graduating fifth graders in coordination with the school.
- Maidstone Club Partner — Host venue for the annual Landmarks Luncheon events.
- Maidstone Club Partner — Hosts the LVIS Landmarks Luncheon, an event that supports local preservation projects.
- Noel Thomas Partner — Builder of the Octagon Dollhouse replica for LVIS member Deborah Light, later donated to LVIS.
- lvissilentauction.com Partner — Hosts information and promotion for the LVIS Silent Auction.
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 Engagement Through Experiential Eventsmethodology: community-engagement-through-seasonal-eventsBy hosting seasonal events, fairs, and public gatherings on historic grounds, the organization fosters intergenerational connection and public awareness because direct participation builds emotional investment in community heritage and conservation efforts.
- Historic and Environmental Preservation as Community Stewardshipmethodology: heritage_preservation_through_public_engagementBy preserving historical landmarks and natural spaces, the organization maintains community heritage and environmental quality, fostering long-term civic pride and sustainable community identity because shared heritage strengthens social cohesion and environmental stewardship.
- Sustainable Self-Funding Through Thrift Operationsmethodology: sustainable-funding-through-retailBy operating a thrift shop that generates revenue, the organization funds community beautification, preservation, and programming because self-sustaining income reduces reliance on external funding and enables consistent investment in local initiatives.