Who We Back

Publishes community-led journalism for and about immigrants across New York City to advocate for immigrant rights through policy change, demands for accountability, and research.

Provides formerly incarcerated young people with four-month paid learning and skills-building fellowships that equip them with the tools to succeed in the food service industry and become leaders in their community.

Works to end wrongful convictions by advocating for policy reform, supporting exonerees and their families with casework, and building a fairer criminal justice system rooted in racial justice and equity.

Stewards Fort Greene Park as a public space where neighbors gather, connect, and enjoy nature through arts, wellness, and environmental programs, youth internships, and community partnerships.

Makes cycling more accessible to underrepresented riders through hands-on bike education, youth Build-A-Bike programs, community rides, equipment giveaways, and advocacy for safer streets and protected bike lanes.

Engages young adults from public housing in service and training programs focused on sustainability, clean energy, and environmental justice, preparing them for careers in the green economy.

Supported through our Brooklyn Energy Initiative, a partnership with the National Grid Foundation, focused on expanding pathways into energy careers.

Provides comprehensive job training, career readiness, and employment placement services for New Yorkers facing barriers to work, with growing pathways into energy and infrastructure sectors.

Supported through our Brooklyn Energy Initiative, a partnership with the National Grid Foundation, focused on expanding pathways into energy careers.

Builds and preserves affordable housing in Central Brooklyn through community development and tenant organizing, including developing new units and supporting resident-led associations that help long-term residents remain in their homes.

Supported through our Brooklyn Energy Initiative, a partnership with the National Grid Foundation, focused on energy affordability and housing stability.

Offers pathways to culinary careers for neurodivergent teens for through baking programs that blend STEAM learning, problem-solving, and building emotional resilience with mentorship and hands-on job experience.

Organizes low-wage immigrant workers in food service, laundry, and warehouse jobs to fight wage theft, unsafe housing, and workplace exploitation.