Non-Profit & Community

As Area Falls Prey to Development, This Historic Block in E. Flatbush Makes a Pitch for Landmark Status

They've won first place as "Greenest Block" in Brooklyn the most times in the borough!

Feb 21, 2020 2:29 PM Read more >

From Israel to China to Ghana... More than 3,000 Jewish Women Leaders Gather in Crown Heights

The annual gathering aims to dispel any notions Hasidic women play a diminished role in Hasidic Life

Feb 14, 2020 11:16 AM Read more >

Report: Brownsville Families Enter Shelters at More than Twice the Citywide Rate

Brownsville was the second-most severely rent-burdened neighborhood in Brooklyn

Feb 12, 2020 4:34 PM Read more >

2020 Artstory Exhibit Bucks '150 characters or Less,' and Let's Residents Express!

This year's Black History installation presented by MARP, "Some Words" highlights the power of communication

Feb 11, 2020 11:24 AM Read more >

Restoration Kicks off Free Tax Prep Assistance in Bed-Stuy

Last year, Restoration processed 3,400 returns, equaling $5,580,768 in refunds and $1,983,996 in Earned Income Tax Credit refunds.

Feb 4, 2020 5:03 PM Read more >

$2 Million Grant Will Restore Historic Prospect Park Bandstand

The restoration plan won an Award for Excellence in Design by the New York City Public Design Commission

Jan 17, 2020 12:56 PM Read more >

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 >

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 >

Noel Pointer Foundation: A Love Story of Strings, Community ... and Growth

After a $6.5M Grant, Bed-Stuy's beloved string music program prepares for a move to its new location in Cobble Hill

Dec 20, 2019 2:42 PM Read more >

PHOTOS: 500 East New York Families Receive Toys and Blankets for Holiday Season

Good Shepherd Services holds its first annual toy and blanket giveaway event

Dec 19, 2019 3:54 PM Read more >