Graybeards is registered as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. All contributions to the Graybeards are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.

The tax identification number is 113635931.

In the aftermath of the worst act of terrorism committed against the United States of America, September 11, 2001 and the devastating crash of American Airlines flight #587, a group of men in Rockaway Beach, who at the time were loosely tied together through a basketball league, known as the "Graybeards", recognized the positive impact they could offer the community given the diversity of their group and together they formally created a non-profit organization known as the "Graybeards". In that spirit, we dedicate this organization's name and further declare our purpose to enhance our lives and the lives of others; to promote friendship and fellowship among its members; to hold meetings and have social gatherings for its members; to promote an interest in our community; to help those in the community in their time of need, to promote the development and education of the youth of the community and to promote a deeper appreciation of patriotism in the community.

OUR MISSION STATEMENT

To establish friendships on a firm and long lasting basis.

To foster the good and welfare of the community.

To teach and develop a sense of individual obligation to the community.

To care for those in the community in their time of need. To promote social events aimed at improving relationships & for the purpose of fundraising for community related causes.