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description=FIPPOA is the local homeowners association for Fire Island Pines. Its role has expanded to become the recognized local government representing the interests of Fire Island Pines with federal, state, Suffolk County and Town of Brookhaven officials and agencies. The Pines continues to be one of the premier LGBTQ+ beachfront communities on the East Coast hosting the iconic Pines Party and Invasion.;

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n menu close menu folder our work back what we do our initiatives mobility access cart post office pines marina seashore defense fund cobe trailblazers park political action committee folder resources back newsroom directory for residents for businesses community bulletin board community document library board staff resources member login events marina whyte hall folder get involved back ways to get involved join fippoa donate to the pines foundation corporate gift matching many ways to give become a volunteer member login folder about back fippoa the pines foundation board members staff read the pines in pictures music words our history visit us donate building our community together fire island pines property owners association enhances the pines to be one of the premier lgbtq beachfront communities on the east coast and a safe haven for the queer community join fippoa today make a difference with your donation support services and events that benefit the pines community your tax deductible donation funds a variety of services and events that make a positive impact on the pines community during the summer and throughout the year mobility access cart fund our dedicated volunteer drivers provide crucial transportation to residents and visitors including the elderly children pregnant women and even during emergencies like major fires over 600 trips are completed each season however annual maintenance for our three vehicles costs between 10 000 and 15 000 join us in ensuring the sustained mobility and connectivity of the pines donate to mac fund pest control fund help us reduce the risk of lyme disease and control the rodent population in the pines for 30 years the pest control program is vital to our community s well being directly safeguarding our homes from lyme disease and rodent infestations this essential initiative costing over 40 000 annually is our most supported program reflecting our community s commitment to maintaining a safe healthy environment donate to pest control fund seashore defense fund the seashore defense fund sdf provides vital funding to make a real difference in helping us defend our community asset the beach sdf has provided extra dune fencing as well as keep off dune signage and in recent years built and installed 13 beach bins trash receptacles to keep our beach clean a healthy beach is fire island pines top priority help us keep our beach safe and beautiful for generations to come donate to sdf whyte hall fund whyte hall is the center of our vibrant community hosting over 300 events every season maintaining this cherished venue is a costly endeavor with over 389 000 spent last year on essential maintenance and operational costs surpassing the generous contributions of our donors ensure whyte hall remains a dynamic and welcoming hub for all that it remains a hub of activity and a source of pride for our community donate to whyte hall fund pines party fund not just a party pines party raises critical funds for our long time beneficiaries over the 25 year history of the event pines party has raised over 4 8 million for its beneficiaries pines party is sponsored by the pines foundation the 501 c 3 affiliate of the fire island pines property owners association fippoa donate to pines party fund unrestricted fund your unrestricted fund donation directly funds community cleanups juneteenth celebrations the invasion and harbor maintenance that make our neighborhood extraordinary if your employer offers matching you can double your impact with a single donation donate to unrestricted fund welcome to your 2026 season check out our resource page for all the information you need to open your home including waste management advice and opening checklists with everything you need in one convenient place you ll be able to start enjoying the island in no time dust off those wigs open up your home and start enjoying the season with your fellow neighbors we re here to help every step of the way visit resident resources our initiatives brockman grants program the pines foundation is proud to launch the second 2026 cycle of the brockman grants program a continuing initiative made possible by a generous legacy gift from longtime pines resident and former fippoa president alan brockman alan s leadership and dedication to the community spanned decades and his legacy continues to shape our future thanks to his gift and proceeds from the pines party we can now support innovative projects that enhance life in the pines led by a dedicated task force this program provides a structured way to identify and fund impactful community driven initiatives we invite you to learn more and join us in making this a success for full details and application requirements click here anyone with questions is encouraged to submit them to the committee at brockmangrants fippoa org trailblazers park located in the pines harbor trailblazers park is a permanent public space in the fire island pines harbor that honors those who have fought for positive change in the lgbtqia community from activists to artists these trailblazers have made a lasting impact on our world view the trailblazers artist biographies to learn more about the trailblazers and artists featured in the park and help us continue our mission of celebrating equality and progress to contact the taskforce please email fippoatrailblazers gmail com let s honor the past and inspire the future at trailblazers park trailblazers taskforce doug harris chair iman le caire nate pinsley crayton robey and emily scott long term community planning task forces get ready for a stronger and more connected community thanks to our long term community planning project we ve established three new task forces made up of dedicated community members who are volunteering their time and expertise to make a difference environmental stewardship task force steve mcgee chair chris carolan henry robin gary korr john krawchuk task force on infrastructure and services leland rechis chair bill hildebrandt henry robin ed schulhafer claudia tropp task force on mitigating the impact of climate change on the pines mark mcelreath chair harry hayes andrew kirtzman bob mcgarity henry robin from improving public spaces to strengthening community bonds our long term community planning project is making a real impact if you d like to join a task force or volunteer for one of our many community focused initiatives get involved committee on black equality cobe join us in celebrating diversity and promoting inclusiveness in our community with fippoa s committee on black equality cobe created to advise fippoa on ways to foster greater inclusiveness in the pines cobe is taking the lead on some exciting initiatives in 2021 they planned the first ever juneteenth weekend celebration in the pines part of fippoa s commitment to celebrating diversity inclusion and social justice by working together we can create a more welcoming and inclusive community for all whether you re interested in joining cobe or simply want to get involved in promoting equality and justice in our community we invite you to join us in this important work contact us today to learn more about how you can get involved and make a difference committee on black equality cobe charles montorio archer and seneca mudd co chairs doug harris harry hayes antonio haynes victor jeffreys ii noel kimon crayton robey henry robin fire island aids memorial storycorps the fire island aids memorial task force partnered with storycoprs to document stories from those in our community impacted by hiv aids with storycorps s partnership we re collecting and preserving the experiences of those impacted by the virus reach out to the aids memorial task force today to learn more information and contribute to our community s story aids memorial task force jay pagano chair justin blake tom hansen charles montario archer charles renfro denise roberts hurlin eric sawyer listen to our stories fire island boulevard task force the fire island boulevard task force in partnership with the pines chamber of commerce has developed a set of rules to enhance the appearance of the boulevard and provide ample storage space for contractors thanks to fippoa s 10 year lease agreement with the town of brookhaven we can finally manage the entire length of the boulevard contractors and vendors must follow the rules outlined by the boulevard task force or be subject to penalties lease agreements and rules can be found on our business resource page or on our community document library boulevard license agreement and management allan baum henry robin karen mccutcheon internet task force say goodbye to slow internet and hello to high speed broadband with the internet task force our community wide survey showed the need for fast reliable internet in the pines and we took action after creating a solid business case we convinced verizon fios to invest in the necessary infrastructure now all homes co ops and businesses will be fully wired as of spring 2022 don t miss out on this opportunity subscribe or reactivate your dormant off season service follow this process mission accomplished internet task force henry robin chair leland rechis ed schulhafer claudia tropp anthony west and suzette york website and branding after almost a year in the making we rolled out a fresh and innovative brand identity to represent fippoa and all members of our pines community our goal for the new branding was to honor the pines legacy and communicate to all pines community members the efforts that fippoa makes to elevate everyone s experience of the pines we also unveiled our new website so that everyone from pines residents renters and businesses to our pines based cultural organizations and pines visitors can stay on top of what s happening in the pines mission accomplished click here to learn more website branding chris mai chair what we do beautify and maintain the pines marina harbor at fippoa we are committed to making the pines a more beautiful and sustainable place to live we work tirelessly to keep the public areas of the pines clean and well maintained we work closely with local government agencies to ensure that our boardwalks are safe and well maintained our waste collection is efficient and sustainable and our pest control measures are effective and environmentally friendly we are proud to play a key role in keeping the pines a thriving and beautiful community additionally our harbor maintenance team works to preserve the natural environment of the harbor ensuring that it remains clean and safe for all ready to experience the beauty and sustainability of the pines for yourself view our marina rates and make your reservation today or check out our visit us page to navigate your journey to the pines we can t wait to welcome you to our community marina rates reservations community is our core we believe that community is at the heart of everything we do that s why we are proud to announce the opening of trailblazers park a dedicated permanent public space that honors the legacy of those who have paved the way for the lgbtq community trailblazers park s exhibition features 16 original flags designed by contemporary artists each honoring the diverse legacies of lgbtq heroes who dedicated their lives to fighting for equality and made a significant impact on the lgbtq movement as an lgbtq community we at fippoa know how important it is to recognize and honor the trailblazers who have made a difference we are committed to using trailblazers park as a space to continue the fight for equality and representation a new group of trailblazers will be honored with flags every two years ensuring that the legacy of these heroes is never forgotten we invite you to come and visit trailblazers park celebrate the lives and legacies of these incredible trailblazers and be a part of the ongoing movement for equality and representation let s continue to build a stronger more inclusive community together learn about trailblazers park vital services are you looking for a fun and easy way to give back to our amazing community we ve got the perfect opportunity for you we re organizing 1 hour volunteer shifts at the local post office why the post office you ask it s simple the post office is a vital hub for our community by volunteering you ll be helping to make sure that everything runs smoothly and that everyone gets their mail on time plus it s a great way to meet new people and catch up with old friends no special skills are needed just bring your friendly smile and a helping hand whether you re sorting mail greeting customers or helping with deliveries every little bit helps sign up for a volunteer shift and make a difference let s show our pride in the neighborhood we all call home for other details regarding post office hours annual renewals of your po box and all other information visit our resident resource page vounteer for a post office shift homeowner engagement welcome to whyte hall the heart of the pines community we are excited to invite homeowners to engage with our vibrant community by hosting events and meetings at our beautiful space whyte hall is available for a wide variety of gatherings from meetings and religious services to private parties and fitness classes our versatile space can accommodate events of all sizes and our experienced staff is dedicated to making your event a success with over 200 events hosted at whyte hall each season we are proud to be the hub of the pines cultural and social events our space has been home to events produced by broadway cares broadway bares in the pines boffo dra s fire island dance festival fipap recovery religious meetings and women s pride in the pines at whyte hall we believe that community engagement is key to creating a vibrant and inclusive community that s why we offer affordable prices for event and meeting bookings making it easier than ever for homeowners to get involved and connect with their neighbors click below to view our available rooms services and details on how to book your event or meeting at whyte hall we can t wait to see you and be a part of your next event whyte hall rates reservations accessibility in mind our mobility access cart mac service is here to help anyone who needs transportation assistance in the pines thanks to generous donations from our residents and support from sage services advocacy for glbt elders we are able to offer three motorized vehicles operated by friendly and reliable volunteer drivers our mac vehicles are available daily from 7 am 7 pm and are completely free of charge to make a reservation fill out and submit the indemnity form here all riders must complete this form for each season submit a reservation here or call 631 597 3797 requests must be submitted with 24 hours advance notice if you do not hear from us within six hours call again calls after 9 pm will be returned the next morning we take the 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