Non-Profit & Community

Photos: More Than 2,500 Turkeys Given Out to Brooklyn NYCHA Residents

The Arker Companies and Omni New York partnered to give away the turkeys to nine housing developments across the borough

Nov 23, 2020 6:48 PM Read more >

BK Property Owners 'Blindsided' by City Gas Inspections, Threat of $10K Fines

Property owners in Bed-Stuy, Greenpoint, Williamsburg, Bay Ridge, Dyker Heights and Fort Hamilton have until Dec. 31 to avoid a $10K fine

Nov 20, 2020 2:14 PM Read more >

Here's Where You Can Get a Free Turkey in Brooklyn this Thanksgiving

A number of local organizations are holding free turkey giveaways over the next week to make sure everyone can have a traditional meal in the most untraditional of times

Nov 16, 2020 8:23 PM Read more >

Brooklyn's Asase Yaa School of the Arts Will Hold A Virtual Benefit to Help End SARS

The virtual event will feature African dance and music in an effort to raise money to fight against police brutality in Nigeria

Nov 13, 2020 5:44 PM Read more >

Meet Some of the Brooklyn Activists Fighting for Justice in the Borough and Beyond

BK Reader talks to some of the boroughs many activists who have led protests and direct-actions this summer for a number of social justice causes

Nov 13, 2020 3:47 PM Read more >

$5.7M Expansion and Beautification of Brownsvilles Zion Triangle Plaza Complete

The project, which began in 2018, includes new benches, trees and plantings, and ample space for outdoor performances.

Nov 12, 2020 10:38 AM Read more >

City Gives Org $1.5M to Help Young People Avoid 'School-to-Prison Pipeline'

Exalt runs a program that educates young people accused of crimes and helps them to get internships

Nov 11, 2020 8:11 PM Read more >

Veterans Day: A Tribute to All American Veterans

Veterans Day gives thanks to living veterans who served their country honorably during war or peacetime

Nov 11, 2020 11:01 AM Read more >

Brooklyn Nets Teaming Up with Nike to Support Girls in Sport

Brooklyn Nets and Nikes Game Grower program gives NYC girls the chance to get into leadership positions and encourage peers to play sport

Nov 10, 2020 1:25 PM Read more >

With COVID-19 Recovery Funding, 2 Brooklyn Orgs Aim to Address Racial Equity

Robin Hoods $16M Power Fund supports leaders of color committed to innovating solutions for the most pressing issues of their communities

Nov 9, 2020 2:27 PM Read more >