When Brooklyn Backs Brooklyn, Everyone Rises

Dear Friends,

When I look around at the progress we’ve made, I feel immense pride in our community for rising together. But there is still tremendous need.

We see it every day: families working double shifts to make ends meet, food pantry lines around the block, neighbors juggling rent and childcare.

But I hope you also see something else, and that’s people helping people. Nonprofits opening doors, serving meals, building trust, and holding this borough together.

That’s what Brooklyn Org is here to do: help the helpers. Your gift keeps these groups strong — feeding families, mentoring young people, supporting immigrants, and giving artists a space to create. Together, we will make sure Brooklyn doesn’t just survive; it thrives.

This season, show your love for Brooklyn with a gift that uplifts the borough we all call home.

Because when Brooklyn backs Brooklyn, everyone rises. Give today.

With gratitude,

Dr. Jocelynne Rainey

President & CEO

Want to give through your IRA, Donor Advised Fund (DAF), or with stocks? Email donorservices@brooklyn.org to get started. Brooklyn Org (legal name: Brooklyn Community Foundation) is a 501(c)3 and our EIN is 11-3422729.