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- EIN 53-0218954
- (239) 489-2616
- 11940 Palba Way Apt 5102 Fort Myers FL 33912-9094 USA
- www.asbpa.org
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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Arts & Culture, Environment, Marine Science & Oceanography, Natural Resources Conservation & Protection, Printing & Publishing, Technology
Mission: The american shore & beach preservation association recognizes that the shores, beaches and other coastal resources of america provide important quality-of-life assets within the reach of the largest possible number of people in accordance with the ideals of a democratic nation. We pursue this mission by means of: protecting and improving healthy and diverse recreational opportunities. Managing, protecting and enhancing environmental resources. Encouraging responsible and sustainable economic development. Preserving aesthetic values. Reducing damage from natural hazards and human activities. Mitigating human impacts to natural processes. This association is dedicated to preserving, protecting and enhancing the beaches, shores and other coastal resources of america.
Programs: Publication of shore & beach and "coastal voice" e-newsletter:the association publishes the quarterly shore & beach magazine (a peer-reviewed technical journal) and the monthly "coastal voice" e-newsletter, to provide members with regular updates of association activities and coastal news. Both publications are distributed to all members as a benefit of membership.
annual conference:the association organizes and presents an annual technical conference and annual meeting, held each fall in various locations around the united states. The event includes technical presentations, exhibits, a pre-conference field trip and (occasionally) associated activities with other coastal groups.
annual coastal summit:the association organizes and presents an annual policy conference, held each spring in washington, dc. The event includes policy presentations and discussions both on capitol hill and in hotel meeting rooms, meetings with other coastal groups headquartered in washington, and events to allow coastal constituents to interact with their members of congress and staff.