Michael Dubb, Principal of The Beechwood Organization, Long Island’s largest residential real estate development company, was honored this year by the American Jewish Committee (AJC). The award recognizes and individual who has demonstrated exemplary service to the community. Mr. Dubb, through his company, The Beechwood Organization, has developed more than 5,500 homes in over 55 communities. “I feel honored to be recognized by this important organization and very gratified that we exceeded our fund raising goals. The AJC is a positive instrument for peace and tolerance,” commented Michael Dubb. Mr. Dubb has distinguished himself in the real estate development industry by building spaces that meets the needs and desires of the homeowners and emphasizes community well-being. Michael Dubb built and donated a 7,500 square-foot day care center, Anna House, for the children of the Belmont Racetrack workers. In 2004, Mr. Dubb received the prestigious “David Award” for community service. He has been recognized by the Suffolk YJCC, the American Cancer Society and the Family Service league for his charitable endeavors and fundraising. Mr. Dubb is a two time past President of the Long Island Builder’s Institute, having participated in LBI Helps projects, has been a Board Member of the Long Island Housing Partnership and is currently an Associate Trustee of the North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset.
About The American Jewish Committee: For more than 100 years, the American Jewish Committee has worked to advance freedom, liberty and tolerance both within the Jewish community, as well as with leaders of other faiths and ethnic groups. The American Jewish Committee’s Long Island Chapter was founded in 1971 and now has over 1,200 member households. Always at the forefront of anti-bias and religious liberties issues, the Long Island Chapter was recognized by Governor Pataki for the vital role it played in the passage of the NY State Workplace Religious Freedom Act.
About The Beechwood Organization: The Beechwood Organization is currently developing Meadowbrook Pointe, a 720 unit active adult community replete with a 25,000 square foot clubhouse on the former site of the Roosevelt Raceway, as well as unique riverfront community at Harbour Pointe at Shorehaven in the Bronx. Additionally, Beechwood has partnered with the Benjamin Companies to develop an award winning, smart-growth master planned community in the Rockaways, Arverne By The Sea. When complete, this mixed-use community will have approximately 2,200 homes and be the largest revitalization project in the Northeast.
