Who We Back

Prepares young people of color in underserved communities to be technology leaders through technology courses, mentorship programs, and networking opportunities in order to decrease the economic and racial wealth gap.

Develops action-focused research and policy advocacy that centers the experience of BIPOC communities to help shape public discourse around public education, the environment, immigration, and economics.

Supports new mothers and their infants in an effort to reduce infant mortality and improve maternal and infant health outcomes through community-based activities for populations disproportionately affected by poor birth, infant and health outcomes.

Preserves and develops affordable housing, enforces quality housing management practices, promotes small business economic development, and links Carroll Gardens residents to social services.

Publishes community-led journalism for and about New York City’s immigrant communities 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.

Equalizes the academic and professional playing field for low-income high school students by providing them with access to free technology and internet access, mentorship, and a digital skills curriculum.

Equips youth with the necessary tools to be leaders in building sustainable and resilient cities through environmental workforce training, career readiness opportunities, and leadership programs.

Utilizes education, organizing and advocacy to help people cultivate community gardens, sustain grassroots groups, grow food, and address critical issues in food justice and urban agriculture.

Fosters an inclusive vibrant community anchored in Brooklyn’s Myrtle Avenue through partnerships, community capacity building, and connecting neighbors to resources and opportunities like older adult-friendly programming and fresh pantries.