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Brooklyn Community Foundation Announces the 2020 Winners of the $100,000 Spark Prize

The annual prize honors local non-profits for their pioneering approaches to advancing racial and social justice throughout the borough

Jan 10, 2020 2:09 PM Read more >

Reflecting on 'The Drum Major Instinct' in East New York

A dramatic reading of one of Dr. King's most courageous and impactful sermons

Jan 9, 2020 4:56 PM Read more >

Resident-Led Groups Invited to Apply for Neighborhood Grants for Local Improvement Projects

Over $2M in CCNYC grants and services available to community groups across NYC

Jan 9, 2020 12:10 PM Read more >

Councilmember Cornegy Invites Residents: Learn the Impact of New Tenant Laws

The Councilmember, nonprofit groups and government agencies to share new rental rights and resources

Jan 8, 2020 1:03 PM Read more >

Why Did this Prospect Heights School Vote to Eliminate its Gifted and Talented Program?

Hint: G&T programs have been criticized in recent months for their racial composition

Jan 7, 2020 3:42 PM Read more >

Three Brooklyn College Authors Make 2019 'Best Books' Lists

One mostly recently was named among former President Barack Obama’s favorite books of 2019

Jan 7, 2020 1:51 PM Read more >

New Art Exhibit Explores Death and its Effect on Those Left Behind

BRIC and the Green-Wood Cemetery collaborate for "Death Becomes Her" group exhibition

Jan 6, 2020 6:07 PM Read more >

Here's Mayor de Blasio's Plan for Stemming Anti-Semitic Violence in Central Brooklyn

New neighborhood safety coalitions, increased police patrols, advertising campaign and new school curriculum

Jan 3, 2020 3:14 PM Read more >

Census Bureau Increases Pay Rate for NYC Workers to $28/Hour

The pay increase takes effect Monday, January 6

Jan 3, 2020 1:53 PM Read more >

Cumbe Kicks off New Year With Community 'Get Fit' Challenge & MLK Dance Immersion Day

Are you ready to get you life in 2020? Local dance studio offers two ways to get fit in the new year!

Jan 2, 2020 1:46 PM Read more >