Dec. 19, 2024 By Lauren Rapp A Brooklyn-based organization has announced $1.8 million in donations to 18 nonprofits working to advance racial and social justice in the borough. The grants from Brooklyn Org will support a range of initiatives, including environmental justice, arts and culture, youth and senior services, health, housing, and immigrant support.…
Nov. 25, 2024 By Czarinna Andres Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens marked the end of its 125th Anniversary celebrations with two significant events this month, bringing together community leaders, experts, and supporters to reflect on the ongoing challenges of poverty and the organization’s impactful work over the years. The events were highlighted by the…
May. 18, 2024 By Jada Camille
He won’t let Bushwick students throw away their shot!
Apr. 13, 2023 By Joanna Insco
Applications are now open for the first-ever Just Brooklyn Prize, a $100,000 annual award for Brooklynites working to advance social and racial justice in Brooklyn.
Feb. 24, 2023 By Isabel Song Beer
Hakeem Jeffries, the newly-minted leader of Democrats in the U.S. House, announced a $1 million grant to the local organization Black Veterans for Social Justice (BVSJ).
The Brooklyn Academy of Music will memorialize Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with weekend of events leading up to the 37th annual MLK Tribute on Monday, Jan. 16. The main event takes place on Monday when BAM staff, Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso, civic leaders and community members will join together to hear a keynote… Read more »