Eastern New York Lumber Dealers Association Inc.

The Eastern New York Lumber Dealers Association Inc. is a nonprofit organization designated as a 501(c)(6) entity, which are typically business leagues, chambers of commerce, or similar organizations formed for the improvement of business conditions[5]. The association is part of the broader network of lumber and building material associations in the United States.

Mission and Objectives

The Eastern New York Lumber Dealers Association aims to represent, unite, train, and lead independent lumber and building material dealers in the Eastern New York geographic region. Its mission includes:

• Representation and Unification: To serve as a collective voice for independent dealers in the region, fostering unity and cooperation among its members.
• Education and Training: To educate, instruct, inform, and assist its members in techniques, concepts, products, skills, and general philosophy related to the lumber and building materials industry.
• Networking and Discussion: Providing a forum for the discussion of ideas and principles pertinent to the industry.
• Professional Development: Developing the abilities and potential of its members to take on additional responsibilities and advance within their firms and the industry.
• Community Engagement: Promoting social interaction among members and others associated with the industry.

Relationship with Other Associations

The Eastern New York Lumber Dealers Association collaborates with other regional and national associations, such as the Northeastern Retail Lumber Association (NRLA), to achieve shared goals and support the broader lumber industry in the Northeastern United States[1][2].

Nonprofit Status

As a 501(c)(6) organization, the Eastern New York Lumber Dealers Association operates under specific guidelines to advance the common business interests of its members. This status allows it to engage in activities that improve business conditions and promote the interests of the lumber and building materials industry in Eastern New York.

[1] https://nrla.org/state-locals/enylda/ [2] https://www.nelma.org/member-directory/northeastern-retail-lumber-association/ [3] https://nrla.org/state-locals/nylila/ [4] https://appliedantitrust.com/08_other_horizontal/00_classic_cases/06_eastern_states/1_dc/eastern_states_sdny_petition5_19_1911.pdf [5] https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/205395132