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Explore opportunities to share your time and expertise with Brooklyn’s communities
Brooklyn Org Volunteer Day
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Get Involved with Brooklyn Org
Brooklyn Org Volunteer Day
Brooklyn Org’s annual day of service brings together community members to roll up their sleeves and work alongside the incredible nonprofits that support our borough. If you can’t wait until next year, explore upcoming community events at brooklyn.org/events, search for ongoing service opportunities on our directory of local nonprofits, Brooklyn Gives Nonprofit Connection, and sign up for our newsletter to stay connected to all things Brooklyn.
Our Participatory Grantmaking
Grantmaking Advisory Council
Guided by our belief that those who are closest to the challenges are closest to the solutions, we center residents with lived experience and expertise as key decisionmakers in reviewing grant proposals, conducting site visits, and selecting nonprofits for funding.
Brooklyn Org Spark Prize Committee
Each year, the Brooklyn Org Spark Prize Committee engages in a rigorous application review process, selecting finalists from a highly competitive applicant pool, and conducting interviews before selecting five nonprofits that will each receive the $100,000 “no strings attached” prize.
We deeply value the dedication of our committee members, whose time, expertise, and partnership allow us to amplify organizations that are sparking critical change in our communities.
Brooklyn Gives Nonprofit Connection: Find Local Volunteer Opportunities
Brooklyn is home to hundreds of grassroots nonprofit organizations that can benefit from your expertise or just your hard work! Explore our directory of local nonprofits to find an organization that matches your interests.