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$1 Million In Grants Made Available to Grassroots Community Organizations

$1 Million In Grants Made Available to Grassroots Community Organizations

Resident-led groups can receive cash grants of $5,000 to support their projects.

Ridgewood to the Rescue: The Story Behind the Newly Formed Feline Rescue Organization

Ridgewood to the Rescue: The Story Behind the Newly Formed Feline Rescue Organization

Ridgewood Rescue is a nonprofit pending organization addressing the neighborhood population of stray cats and kittens through its TNR (trap, neuter, return) program, socialization, adoptions and community education.

In 1 Year, Bushwick Yacht Club Has Donated Hundreds of Clothing Items, Thousands of Dollars to the Community

In 1 Year, Bushwick Yacht Club Has Donated Hundreds of Clothing Items, Thousands of Dollars to the Community

“It’s really important for me to be able to give back,” said Aaron Nessel, founder of Bushwick Yacht Club.

Community Board 4 Wants Your Input: What Local Issues Matter Most?

Community Board 4 Wants Your Input: What Local Issues Matter Most?

What changes do you want to see in Bushwick? Let Community Board 4 know before October 25.

Community Gardens Are Reopening, and They Need Dedicated Volunteers

Community Gardens Are Reopening, and They Need Dedicated Volunteers

Look up and support your local community garden in providing sustenance and critical green space.

So You Want to Volunteer? Here Is a List of Bushwick Organizations That Need Your Help

So You Want to Volunteer? Here Is a List of Bushwick Organizations That Need Your Help

An ever-evolving list of Bushwick organizations that are actively in need of volunteers.

Local Organization to Unveil a New Mural and Raise Funds for Bushwick Mutual Aid this Labor Day

Local Organization to Unveil a New Mural and Raise Funds for Bushwick Mutual Aid this Labor Day

Community Board 4 Meetings Go Digital As COVID-19 Restrictions Continue

Community Board 4 Meetings Go Digital As COVID-19 Restrictions Continue

A New Bushwick Political Club Forms and Invites the Community to Join Them at First Meeting

A New Bushwick Political Club Forms and Invites the Community to Join Them at First Meeting

On December 16, the new civic organization will introduce itself to the community, recruit board members, and serve food from local vendors.

Community Leaders Holding a Rally to Protest Gov. Cuomo’s Policing of MTA Today at Noon

Community Leaders Holding a Rally to Protest Gov. Cuomo’s Policing of MTA Today at Noon

Community Group ‘Our Repro Rights’ Is Hosting a Discussion to Advance Reproductive Justice

Community Group ‘Our Repro Rights’ Is Hosting a Discussion to Advance Reproductive Justice

The Bushwick reproductive rights group is pushing for lasting change through specificity and inclusivity.

How a Grassroots Organization Is Destigmatizing the Use of Cannabis for Women

How a Grassroots Organization Is Destigmatizing the Use of Cannabis for Women

A 24-year-old yoga teacher and cannabis advocate is working to change how we view womxn who smoke.

After 22 Years Bushwick Arts Non-Profit and Community Space Announces Closure

After 22 Years Bushwick Arts Non-Profit and Community Space Announces Closure

NURTUREarts is closing due to resource challenges and a shifting environment for non-profits.

Bushwick Community Fair Offers Free Legal Counseling and Tenants Rights Services this August

Bushwick Community Fair Offers Free Legal Counseling and Tenants Rights Services this August

El Puente in partnership with Assemblywoman Davila, is hosting a free Bushwick & Williamsburg CommUNITY Resource Fair on Saturday, August 24, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Maria Hernandez Park.

Community Members Fight for New Bus Stop at Ridgewood Reservoir

Community Members Fight for New Bus Stop at Ridgewood Reservoir

Community-Based Project will  Research the Impacts of Cleaning Supplies on Latinx Domestic Workers

Community-Based Project will Research the Impacts of Cleaning Supplies on Latinx Domestic Workers

Lack of health insurance, coupled with harmful chemical products, only serve to create a potentially life-threatening work environment.

The Shape-Up Bushwick Parade Aims to Raise the Community’s Awareness of Living a Healthy Lifestyle

The Shape-Up Bushwick Parade Aims to Raise the Community’s Awareness of Living a Healthy Lifestyle

Join the parade on June 6!

RiseBoro is Launching a Community Supported Agriculture Program in July

RiseBoro is Launching a Community Supported Agriculture Program in July

CSAs can be a wonderful resource, providing farmers with steady income and people with locally-produced food. The drawback is that they often cost a hefty up-front sum.

Congresswoman Calls on Bushwick Community to Participate in 2020 Census

Congresswoman Calls on Bushwick Community to Participate in 2020 Census

New York Climate and Community Protection Act Will Invest into Low-Income and Communities of Color

New York Climate and Community Protection Act Will Invest into Low-Income and Communities of Color

The proposed legislation has been hailed as one of the most progressive climate change policies.

Brownsville and Bed-Stuy Voiced Concerns About Police-Community Relations and Over-Policing

Brownsville and Bed-Stuy Voiced Concerns About Police-Community Relations and Over-Policing

New York City’s Civilian Complaint Review Board held its public meeting at the the Van Dyke Community Center in Brownsville last week.

Local Woman Starts Nonprofit to Serve Bushwick Community with Workshops on Art and Wellness

Local Woman Starts Nonprofit to Serve Bushwick Community with Workshops on Art and Wellness

Reese Samuel is gifting the community with free workshops on a variety of topics, including career development.

Bushwick’s Community Education Council Empowers Children With Disabilities Through Art Contest

Bushwick’s Community Education Council Empowers Children With Disabilities Through Art Contest

“This project is important because it is a reminder of how much is yet to be done in the movement for equal access opportunities and inclusion in all aspects of life for people with disabilities.”

Bushwick Community Board to Host First-Ever Expo for Women and Minority Businesses

Bushwick Community Board to Host First-Ever Expo for Women and Minority Businesses

Connect, network, and get the support and resources your small business needs.

London-Based Womxn’s Music Organization Opens Brooklyn Chapter

London-Based Womxn’s Music Organization Opens Brooklyn Chapter

The UK music organization LOUD WOMEN, for womxn and gender non-conforming people, is kicking off their Brooklyn chapter with a show at The Well!

Bushwick Community Vows To Support LGBT+ Residents As The Government Pushes To Erase Trans Rights

Bushwick Community Vows To Support LGBT+ Residents As The Government Pushes To Erase Trans Rights

New Zero-Waste Food Store Precycle Aims To Educate & Build Community

New Zero-Waste Food Store Precycle Aims To Educate & Build Community

Woman-owned shop will open on Starr Street next month.

The Bushwick Community Mourns 24 Year Old Victim Of Domestic Violence

The Bushwick Community Mourns 24 Year Old Victim Of Domestic Violence

A Tale Of Three Cities: Bushwick Community Plan Released To A Packed House On Saturday

A Tale Of Three Cities: Bushwick Community Plan Released To A Packed House On Saturday

The plan will outline rezoning in the neighborhood.

Come Out On Saturday For The Unveiling Of The Bushwick Community Plan

Come Out On Saturday For The Unveiling Of The Bushwick Community Plan

The steering committee will finally present the Bushwick Community Plan, which has been in the works for over four years.

Longtime Local Creates Small Community Library on Knickerbocker Avenue

Longtime Local Creates Small Community Library on Knickerbocker Avenue

This small library bench is meant to educate and teach the community to share.

PHOTOESSAY: A Celebration of Resistance and Community at Bushwick Pride

PHOTOESSAY: A Celebration of Resistance and Community at Bushwick Pride

The 13th Annual Bushwick Pride event celebrated Bushwick’s LGBTQIA community.

The Bushwick Community Demands Justice for Luz Gonzalez

The Bushwick Community Demands Justice for Luz Gonzalez

Refugees Dined With Members of Their New Community at Bushwick Abbey Last Saturday

Refugees Dined With Members of Their New Community at Bushwick Abbey Last Saturday

Thanks to a grant, it was the second of such dinners.