Non-Profit & Community

Thanks to a grant from the Department of Environmental Conservation, the nonprofit Big Reuse will plant more than 200 trees in Cypress Hills and the Brooklyn Navy Yard area over the next two years.

Join free virtual workshops and book parties this spring to help children build strong reading skills and home libraries.

A range of Caribbean women entrepreneurs and changemakers were celebrated in Brooklyn.

As National Grid adds $22 to the average gas bill, the governor is pushing to delay implementing its climate law, delaying investments in environmentally-friendly energy sources, advocates warned.

The celebration includes a free family day and forum at BRIC House, featuring books, music, art activities and a community discussion.

River Walser, Kanika Reddy and Alexa Goldfarb earned the distinction after excelling on the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test.

From major exhibitions to seasonal festivals, Brooklyn Botanic Garden’s 2026 calendar celebrates community, culture and urban greening.

Purpose Talks at Brooklyn Children’s Museum brought together inspiring women to share stories of resilience, culture and community impact.

The state is opening a new $5 million funding round to support community programs funded by cannabis revenue focused on equity, housing and mental health.

Veteran Jesse Figueroa, who serves as commander of VFW Brooklyn Post 546 in Windsor Terrace, was honored for improving the quality of life for fellow veterans in Brooklyn.