named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Galley Ho Community Lecture Series
Free educational lectures held in the dining room of the Galley Ho, open to the public and focused on local history, ecology, and maritime heritage.
Historic Preservation of Galley Ho
Restoration and maintenance of the historic Galley Ho building, preserving its architectural integrity and cultural significance since its original construction circa 1900.
Meadow Habitat Stewardship
Ongoing ecological management of the waterfront meadow, including identification and cultivation of native plant species to support pollinators, birds, and soil health.
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Ecological Habitat Restoration 1 activity
- Ecological restoration and native habitat managementRejuvenates and manages meadow habitats by removing invasive species (e.g., mugwort, Big Bluestem) and planting native and pollinator-friendly species such as Meadow Anemone, False Sunflower, and Partridge Pea. Uses nitrogen-fixing plants to enhance soil fertility and dense-rooted species for soil stabilization.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Hosting community events and educational programmingHosts a free community lecture series and fundraising events multiple times per year using the Galley Ho space. Engages the public through educational and cultural activities that support community life and environmental awareness.
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Artificial Nesting Habitat Management 1 activity
- Installation and support of wildlife conservation featuresInstalled an osprey nest to support bird habitat and commemorate a conservation easement protecting scenic views, contributing to local biodiversity and environmental education.
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Recreational Boating and Sailing Programs 1 activity
- Management of public access and recreational facilities on the waterfrontOperates and maintains public amenities including a marina with transient and seasonal docking, picnic tables, viewing areas at Submarine Beach, a non-swimming beach, and a 240-foot walkway along the marina. Provides first-come, first-served docking with cash payment for transient boats.
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Horticultural Education and Community Gardening 1 activity
- Operation and stewardship of the community gardenManages a community garden with shared rows for flowers, vines, and herbs, serving approximately 20 gardeners and involving children through a volunteer-led mentoring project. Includes irrigation infrastructure and promotes community engagement.
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Land Acquisition and Conservation Easements 1 activity
- Preservation and protection of New Suffolk's historic waterfrontAcquires, owns, and manages waterfront property in New Suffolk to preserve its historic character, scenic beauty, and maritime heritage, including underwater rail infrastructure from its use as a commercial shellfish loading area. Maintains low lot coverage (7.3%) well below zoning allowances to limit development impact.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Operation and maintenance of the Galley Ho restaurant and marina infrastructureRebuilt and operates the Galley Ho restaurant and marina after Superstorm Sandy using a low-interest SBA loan, completing renovations by 2016. Repaired and restored the marina bulkhead, providing ongoing flood protection to adjacent areas.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$243K
Contributions & grants$119K49%
Program service revenue$6K2%
Investment income$16K7%
Other revenue$102K
expenses
Total expenses$143K
Program expenses58%
Admin / overhead40%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$37K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$3.54M
Cash$885K
Investments$0
Liabilities$1.19M
Net assets$2.34M
Liquid reserves74.0 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +2.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 11
- ANNE MARINO — BOARD MEMBER
- JACK ARMO — BOARD MEMBER
- JERRY SCHULTHEIS — BOARD MEMBER
- KATHERINE PERRETTA — BOARD MEMBER
- MARGARET BROWN — SECRETARY
- PATRICIA LOWRY — CHAIR
- PATRICIA MCINTYRE — VICE CHAIR
- SUSAN BRAATZ — BOARD MEMBER
- SUSAN NOONAN — BOARD MEMBER
- THOMAS WICKHAM — BOARD MEMBER
- WILLIAM ARCHER — TREASURER
relationships · 21
Who they work with
- Andropogon gerardii Partner — Manages Big Bluestem (Andropogon gerardii) in the meadow, controlling its invasive spread while maintaining ecological balance.
- Girl Scouts Partner — Participated in planting pollinators and native plants in the meadow in 2016.
- Instagram Partner — Uses Instagram to share updates and engage the public about waterfront activities and events.
- John Page Partner — Early and long-time supporter whose vision and contribution helped preserve open waterfront space; walkway named in his honor.
- Legends Restaurant Partner — Dining partner available to transient dockers, enhancing waterfront visitor experience.
- Minnow Partner — Leases space at the Galley Ho restaurant; NSWF receives rent and revenue share from its operations.
- Minnow @ the Galley Ho Partner — Adjacent dining partner located next to the marina, promoting combined boating and dining experience.
- Monarda didyma Partner — Cultivates Scarlet Bee Balm (Monarda didyma) in the meadow for pollinator support and soil stabilization.
- Monarda fistulosa Partner — Cultivates Wild Bergamont (Monarda fistulosa) in the meadow for pollinator attraction and drought resistance.
- N.Y. State Dept. of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation Government — Awarded a $400,000 acquisition grant to support property purchase.
- NY State Department of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation Funder — Provided a grant that contributed to paying off the mortgage and securing full ownership of the property.
- Peconic Land Trust Partner — Negotiated the purchase of the property from the former owner through a bargain sale and provided a short-term loan to support acquisition.
- Robins Island Holdings Partner — Collaborated with NSWF to protect property from development through conservation easement.
- Robins Island Holdings Partner — Collaborated with the Fund by purchasing one acre of the property and placing a permanent development easement to protect scenic vistas and open space.
- Robins Island Holdings Partner — Sold 1 acre of waterfront property to with a view shed easement.
- Robins Island Sailboat Races Partner — Hosts and supports public viewing of the Robins Island Sailboat Races at the reconstructed wharf.
- Schizachyrium scoparium Partner — Preserves Little Bluestem (Schizachyrium scoparium) in the meadow for habitat provision and aesthetic value.
- Small Business Administration Funder — Provided a long-term, low-interest loan to support post-Superstorm Sandy repairs to the bulkhead and Galley Ho.
- Small Business Administration Government — Provided a low-interest loan to rebuild after Superstorm Sandy.
- The Conservation Fund Funder — Provided a mortgage to support the acquisition of the waterfront property.
- Town Government — Provided amended soil for the community garden.
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-Integrated Environmental Revitalizationmethodology: community_integrated_revitalizationBy combining historic restoration with revenue-generating models and volunteer stewardship, the organization sustains long-term operations and public access because economic self-sufficiency and community ownership together reinforce environmental and cultural preservation.
- Conservation-Oriented Land Management and Acquisitionmethodology: land_acquisition_for_conservationBy acquiring and strategically managing waterfront land, the organization prevents inappropriate development and protects ecologically sensitive areas because permanent conservation and public control are seen as essential to long-term environmental and community resilience.
- Ecologically Driven Stewardship Through Natural Systemsmethodology: ecological_stewardship_via_natural_systemsBy designing landscapes using native plant competition and biological pest control, the organization achieves sustainable ecological management because it leverages natural processes to suppress invasives and herbivores, reducing reliance on human intervention and chemical controls.
- Heritage-Based Preservation with Community Accessmethodology: heritage_based_preservation_with_community_accessBy preserving scenic beauty and maritime heritage as foundational values, the organization ensures long-term public access and ecological integrity because it believes these elements are inseparable from sustainable stewardship of the waterfront. This approach integrates historic preservation with community engagement and environmental protection to create a resilient, publicly accessible waterfront.