named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
CosplayNYC Magazine
Originally a print publication highlighting cosplayers and conventions, later transitioned into a nonprofit newsletter supporting literacy initiatives and community engagement
Summer Reading Program: Every Hero Has A Story
Partnership with the Brooklyn Public Library to promote youth literacy through cosplayer appearances, free comic book giveaways, and interactive reading challenges during summer months
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Children's Book Distribution Programs 1 activity
- Distribute books and comics to children and familiesDistributes donated books and comics, including 25 signed copies of "A Bully’s Disguise: The Untold Story" and titles such as Brooklyn Nets' Brooklyn Knight comics and Star Wars comics, to children and families in community settings such as Flatlands Family Residence.
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Summer and Seasonal Reading Programs 1 activity
- Promote youth literacy through cosplay-based eventsOrganizes and hosts events that use cosplay as an educational tool to promote literacy among youth, in collaboration with institutions such as the Brooklyn Public Library, schools, and public officials. These events engage children in preschool settings and educate parents on integrating cosplay and anime into learning.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Produce and publish CosplayNYC Magazine and newsletterFounded and published CosplayNYC Magazine from June 2011 to February 2021, featuring interviews, photo spreads, and reporting on cosplay culture; relaunched as a nonprofit newsletter in October 2025. Editorial activities include conducting interviews with voice actors and convention guests, photography, and cover features such as the “Cosplayer of the Month” series.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2022
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2 years on record · 2021–2022
relationships · 8
Who they work with
- 69th Precinct Community Council Partner — Collaborated with CosplayNYC, Inc. to support community events and programming.
- Brooklyn Public Library Partner — Collaborated with Brooklyn Public Library to distribute comics and support the Summer Reading Program at the Kings Bay Library branch.
- Brooklyn Public Library Partner — Collaborates on events to increase youth literacy using cosplayers.
- ConnectiCon Partner — Collaborates with ConnectiCon’s Photography Department and Convention Operations team.
- Jason Linetsky Partner — Co-founder involved in leading the relaunch and direction of CosplayNYC Inc.
- Nakama Productions Partner — Published CosplayNYC Magazine under the Nakama Productions banner.
- Sereene Brown Henry Partner — Co-founded CosplayNYC Magazine with Jason Linetsky.
- Sereene Brown-Henry Partner — Co-founder involved in leading the relaunch and direction of CosplayNYC Inc.
strategies · 2
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Distribution of Donated Reading Materialsmethodology: literacy-through-donated-materialsBy providing free literature to children and community facilities, we promote literacy and address social issues like bullying because access to age-appropriate books supports both reading development and social-emotional learning.
- Pop-Culture-Based Engagement for Literacymethodology: cosplay-for-literacyBy using cosplay and pop culture themes in educational settings, we increase children's engagement with reading and literacy activities because the cultural relevance and experiential nature of cosplay lowers barriers to participation and makes learning more accessible and enjoyable.