Letters

The Fourth of July Parade Committee extends heartfelt thanks to all of our participants, underwriters, sponsors, Elks Lodge 1574, Kathleen Miller, and the Fundraising Committee for their hard work and dedication.

Over 150 guests attended our fundraiser to support one of the largest parades on Long Island. Next year marks the 250th birthday of our grateful nation, and on Saturday, July 4, 2026, we will celebrate this historic milestone together.

We are deeply appreciative of our donors and volunteers. As many know, the parade is funded solely by community donations, and every contribution truly makes a difference.

Our parade began over a century ago in the beautiful village of Southampton. This year, we honor a once-in-a-lifetime milestone: America’s 250th birthday. Hosting a parade of this scale is a true community effort, and we need your help to make the 250th celebration a resounding success. Let’s make this the biggest and most meaningful parade in our history.

As we thank all of our donors, guests, underwriters, sponsors, and selfless volunteers, please consider supporting our parade with a donation.

Thanks goes out to the following businesses, families and individuals; please, if we’ve forgotten anyone, know that your contribution is heartfelt and appreciated: 7-Eleven, BNB Gift Card, White’s Apothecary, Captain Jack’s, Carpeting by Stark, Clamman, Corebarrefit, Cumberland Farms (NSFDLA), Debbie Robinson, WEHM Radio, Fellingham’s, Fowler’s, the Fry family, The Green Thumb, Hampton Bays Chamber of Commerce, Hampton Coffee Company, Herrick Hardware, Jackson Dodds, Kathy Cervone, Lauren Korte, Mary Hunt, Michelle’s Salon , Publick House, Red Horse Market, and Stevenson’s Toys, Richard Nespola Foundation, Ron Fisher Signs and Designs, Ryan Herits: Vital Wealth Management Inc, Schmidt’s Country Market, Skidmore’s, Southampton Chamber of Commerce, Southampton Elks 1574, Southampton Ice Skating, Southampton Mini Golf, The Southampton Press, Stop & Shop (Southampton and Hampton Bays), Village Idiot, Mary Hunt, WLNG Radio, Roses and Rice, and Brad Beyer, who provided music.

Susan Steinke

Lisa McWilliams

Southampton Fourth of July Parade Committee