Non-Profit & Community

BP Adams Hosts 'Cornerstore Caroline' Conversation at Flatbush Deli

After days of public outrage, the BP gathered the community to speak out on diversity and respect

Oct 15, 2018 11:41 AM Read more >

Has a Changing Flatbush Put its Culture up for Sale?

Activist and public speaker Leslie Mac talks about the impact of gentrification in the place she calls home

Oct 12, 2018 2:21 PM Read more >

Brooklyn Faces Commercial Vacancy Crisis, Advocacy Group Warns

Nonprofit ANHD pushes for a commercial vacancy registry to hold landlords accountable who leave spaces vacant to hike up rents

Oct 5, 2018 5:14 PM Read more >

Brooklyn Wins $10M State Grant to Boost Downtown Revitalization

A local planning committee will identify economic development, transportation, housing and other projects that align with the community's needs.

Oct 3, 2018 11:26 AM Read more >

Homeownership Program Provides 15 Families with Affordable Brownsville Homes

Habitat for Humanity's program offers new homes, created with the help of professionals and volunteers, to lower-income families.

Sep 28, 2018 3:57 PM Read more >

New Development Brings 125 Affordable Units and Retail Space to Brownsville

The complex will also provide onsite social services and feature an exercise room, computer lab and community space.

Sep 26, 2018 1:43 PM Read more >

In Bed-Stuy, Little Tennis Pros are Making Big Gains

Kings County Tennis League celebrates the growth of its 'Little League' with an annual tournament and jamboree

Sep 24, 2018 1:31 PM Read more >

Brooklynites Gear up for L Train Shutdown with Weekly 'Bike Train'

All aboard the Bike Train! North and Central Brooklyn volunteers boost commuter community with weekly bike-ride along the L.

Sep 21, 2018 1:27 PM Read more >

Christian Youth Organization Aims to 'Spread Love' at Annual Benefit

Young Life Brooklyn invites community out as partners and mentors for annual fundraiser

Sep 20, 2018 1:51 PM Read more >

Brooklyn Residents Rally Against Gentrification, Chant, 'Brooklyn's Not for Sale!'

On Saturday, Brooklyn Anti-Gentrification Network (BAN) held its second borough-wide march against gentrification, racism and overdevelopment in the borough

Sep 17, 2018 4:22 PM Read more >