Get involved!
Your membership allows us to continue our efforts to make the Pines one of the premier LGBTQ+ beachfront communities on the East Coast.
Membership Levels
Membership 1
$250
Resident, single property or co-op owner
(Household is eligible for one voting and one non-voting member.)
Membership 2
$375
Resident, owns 2 or more properties or co-ops
(Household is eligible for two votes, but voting members must be spouses or domestic partners. If a property is owned in a partnership, by-laws allow a partner, shareholder, or agent to be the second vote.)
Associate Membership
$75
Resident or Business, non-property owner
(Non-voting member.)
Become a Steward of
the Pines
Who can join?
All property owners are welcome to join FIPPOA and have a say in our community's future. As a member, you'll be eligible to serve on the board and vote for officers.
But it's not just property owners who can join - renters, boaters, contractors, and merchants can become associate members and help support our community initiatives.
What are the benefits of Membership?
FIPPOA and our community are dedicated to maintaining a beautiful, safe, and welcoming environment for all homeowners, residents, and visitors.
From the moment you step off the ferry and open your house for the season, our board, staff, and community volunteers work tirelessly year-round to keep our community a beautiful, safe, and welcoming environment for all homeowners, residents, and visitors.
Join FIPPOA today and experience the benefits of a community dedicated to making your summer unforgettable!
Other ways to get involved
Volunteer Program
Ready to make a difference in the Pines community? Join our volunteer program and get involved in initiatives like beach and community clean-ups, FIPPOA events, and more!
Whether you have a few hours or a whole day to spare, we welcome community members of all kinds to join our efforts.
Plus, some employers offer "Volunteer Time Off", so why not take advantage of this opportunity to give back to our community?
Visit the FIPPOA Volunteer Program website to sign up and let us know your areas of interest and time commitment. We can't wait to work with you and make a positive impact in our community!
1-hour Post Office shifts
Add a dash of excitement to your day and give back to our wonderful LGBTQ+ community by joining us for 1-hour volunteer shifts at our local post office.
Why volunteer at the post office? It's a cornerstone of our community. By lending a hand, you'll ensure everything flows smoothly and that everyone gets their mail on time. Plus, it's a fantastic way to make new friends and reconnect with old ones!
No experience is necessary—just bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to help.
So, why not carve out an hour from your day to support our community?
Sign up for a shift and let's make a difference together. After all, there's no place like our community, and together we can make it even better!
Pines Party Volunteers
Join us in creating the magic of Pines Party!
We're excited to offer you the chance to experience Pines Party for free by helping us make unforgettable moments all weekend long.
Whether you're interested in volunteering to set up our beach party, selling tickets in the harbor, or taking on a paid bartending position, this is your opportunity to be part of the Pines Party magic!
To sign up for volunteer and paid bartending opportunities click the link below
Community Clean-up Day
Join us for our Community Clean-Up Day and take advantage of our specific dumpsters provided to the community for free by FIPPOA!
We'll notify you of the dates and what items can be collected in the dumpsters through our e-blast newsletter. And remember, placing household and yard refuse on Fire Island Boulevard is illegal, so don't put any waste on the boulevard!
For more information about bulk household waste please refer to the Waste Collection Schedule & Guidelines (2023).
Let's work together to keep our community clean and beautiful!
Board of Directors
Ready to make a difference in our community and have a say in the future of the Pines? Consider joining the FIPPOA and Pines Foundation Board of Directors!
Our board consists of sixteen dedicated community volunteers who are committed to delivering contributions to the Pines community.
Directors are elected every year at the Fall Community Meeting and serve a four-year term, with three to four positions up for (re)-election each year. Candidates must be regular members of FIPPOA.
Plus, every two years, we elect our Executive Officers - President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer - for two-year terms. Executive Officers must be one of the fifteen members elected to serve on the board.
Join us in making a positive impact on our community and apply to be a part of our Board of Directors. We appreciate your commitment and dedication to our community!
Give to The Pines Foundation
Don't have a lot of time, but still want to make a difference? You can help support the Pines community by donating to The Pines Foundation, the fundraising arm of FIPPOA.
From community cleanups to hosting the Invasion, maintaining the harbor, post office, and facility maintenance, FIPPOA is dedicated to making our community a great place to live.
But we can't do it alone - we rely on donations from residents, renters, and businesses to keep these important projects going.
Make a tax-deductible donation to The Pines Foundation today and help us continue to make a positive impact in our community!
Digital Platform Contributors
We’d like to take a moment to credit and thank our digital volunteers for contributing their photos throughout our website:
Bob Anderson, @asiaoharaland, Broadway Cares / Equity Fights Aids, Dancers Responding to Aids, Jeff Eason for Wilsonmodels, Mikiko Kikuyama for Scott Bromley, Susan Kravitz for Gayletter, Bob McGarity, Peter Murdock for Trailblazers Park, Isaac Namdar, @outinthefip, Rebecca Smeyne for The New York Times, Jory Stiefel, and Anthony West.
Do you have a passion for photography? Are you amazing at Social Media? We would love to showcase our community’s professional-style photography that captures ‘Life In The Pines’ on our newsletters, website, and social media.
Submit your photos and we will do our best to showcase your work with our relevant posts!