Joe McDonald has dedicated his career to serving and strengthening the Long Island community through leadership, volunteerism, and public service.

A lifelong advocate for Irish heritage and culture, Joe proudly serves as Nassau County President of the Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH), where he has worked tirelessly to promote Irish traditions, support charitable causes, and build a stronger sense of community. Under his leadership, the Long Island Irish Fest has grown into one of the region’s premier celebrations of Irish culture, raising significant funds for local charities while bringing together thousands of families each year. Joe has also been instrumental in organizing the Nassau County AOH Feis & Festival and numerous other cultural and charitable events throughout the year.

Professionally, Joe is a Trusted Real Estate Advisor with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, helping families achieve their homeownership dreams across Long Island. His commitment to integrity, service, and community has earned him the respect of both clients and colleagues.

Before entering real estate, Joe enjoyed a distinguished career in sports journalism. He founded NY Sports Day in 2004, growing it into one of the region’s leading online sports publications before its successful sale in 2020. Throughout his journalism career, he covered New York sports for more than two decades, earning a reputation for his dedication and passion for storytelling.

Whether organizing community events, preserving Irish traditions, supporting charitable initiatives, or helping families find a place to call home, Joe has always believed in giving back. His unwavering commitment to faith, family, heritage, and service embodies the values celebrated by the Feis, making him a truly deserving honoree.

Joe is deeply honored to receive this recognition and shares it with the many volunteers, friends, family members, and fellow Hibernians whose dedication continues to strengthen the Irish community on Long Island.