Navy Beach in Montauk is increasing its local philanthropic support this season with additional efforts to help the local community. In addition to the sixth annual East Hampton High School scholarship program, Navy Beach is partnering with three East End organizations to help raise awareness and funds through a local dine + donate program from Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day. A $1 donation will be added to each dining check during these dates, and the restaurant will match the first $500 raised each month.
Organizations that will be supported include Shred the Love Montauk from May 22 through July 5, Hamptons Community Outreach from July 6 to July 31, and the Montauk Food Pantry from August 1 to September 7.
On Saturday, June 6, from 3 to 5 PM, Navy Beach will host a kickoff event for Shred the Love Montauk, a charitable organization that supports local community members facing hardship. The afternoon will offer drinks, light bites, and live music to celebrate the start of the campaign and share more about Shred the Love’s mission “to help locals in need when they need us most.”
“We are so excited about Navy Beach’s offer to support this great community organization this year! Not only with this Summer Kickoff Party but with a Round Up program as well. Leyla and Frank have graciously offered their gorgeous venue for us to join with neighbors on the beach in the spirit of Shred the Love Montauk,” said Laurie Cancellieri of Shred the Love.
“With all of the pricing, immigration, and healthcare hardships affecting the East End communities, we decided that focusing our fundraising efforts locally could have the most meaningful impact. We live here year-round, and we know how hard it can be to live in a seasonal destination with limited means. We chose three organizations that strive to make people’s lives a little less difficult, and that give people a little more hope that their situations can improve. We are honored to be working with Shred the Love, Hamptons Community Outreach, and the Montauk Food Pantry this season, and believe that together with our guests, we can contribute to their efforts,” read a statement from Navy Beach.
“We are delighted to have the support of Navy Beach to help target our work,” said Alice Houseknecht, director of Montauk Food Pantry.
Tickets for the event and additional information are available here.