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THE BRIDGE MULTICULTURAL AND ADVOCACY PROJECT

BROOKLYN, NY · EIN 454634142 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE P20 · Human Services · Small ($100K-$1M) · thebridgemcp.org
revenue
$581K
expenses
$281K
net assets
$217K
employees
2
program ratio
71%
mission · from form 990

The Mission of The Bridge Multicultural Advocacy Project is to unite and energize people of every racial, ethnic, cultural, and religious group across New York City and the United States to address social issues facing society today.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Bridge Multicultural and Advocacy Project is a Brooklyn-based nonprofit advocating for social justice, equity, and unity across racial, ethnic, and religious lines. It works to address systemic issues including poverty, public safety, education disparities, and health inequities through community engagement, legislative advocacy, and cross-cultural programming. The organization operates a media network to amplify diverse voices and promote inclusive dialogue across New York City and beyond.

named programs · 4 · from sources

What they call their work

Bridge TV Network
Media programming channel producing content on New York City’s diverse communities, politics, immigration, and nonprofit organizations to advocate for diversity and inclusion.
College Application Assistance
Program supporting students with college applications, aimed at improving access to higher education for underserved youth.
Interfaith Drives and Relief Efforts
Organizes humanitarian aid initiatives such as food pantry drives and disaster relief collections for communities in need, including Haiti and asylum seekers.
Unity in Action Task Force
Community-led initiative promoting cross-cultural collaboration and addressing social issues such as violence, education, and constitutional rights through forums and events.
activities · 12 groups

What they do

  • Domestic and Sexual Violence Prevention Education 1 activity
    • Advocacy for child protection and family services
      Advocates for stronger laws to protect children from sexual abuse and works to expand services for children and families in diverse and underserved communities.
  • Housing Policy Advocacy & Tenant Organizing 1 activity
    • Affordable housing advocacy
      Collaborates with public entities, elected officials, and private developers to advocate for and support the creation of affordable housing.
  • Criminal Justice Policy Advocacy 1 activity
    • Civil rights and policing reform advocacy
      Engages with law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, and policymakers to develop effective policing strategies and educational programs that protect civil rights.
  • Civil Rights Advocacy & Litigation 1 activity
    • Community organizing across racial and cultural lines
      Organizes people across racial, ethnic, cultural, and religious groups to address social issues, fostering inclusive civic engagement and collective action.
  • Digital Literacy Training and Technology Access 1 activity
    • Digital access and technology support
      Provides computers to individuals and families in need to promote digital equity and supports media production through rental of a 3,200-square-foot studio equipped with a green screen and full production services including shooting, editing, and producing for documentaries, brand campaigns, and TV content.
  • Disaster Relief and Recovery Services 1 activity
    • Disaster and emergency relief
      Provides emergency support in response to disasters, including hurricane relief for Haiti after Hurricane Matthew, fire victim assistance in Brooklyn, and co-organizing a food pantry drive following crises.
  • College Access and Success Support 1 activity
    • Education and college application support
      Provides direct assistance with college applications and plans to improve academic achievement by collaborating with public and private schools.
  • Education Policy Advocacy & Reform 1 activity
    • Education system collaboration and reform advocacy
      Advocates for stronger collaboration between local school districts and mental health agencies to improve educational services for children with developmental delays and promotes improved academic achievement through planned partnerships with public and private schools.
  • Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
    • Hosting cultural and community events
      Hosts a wide range of events including musical celebrations, arts exhibits, holiday galas, heritage observances (e.g., Haitian Flag Day), back-to-school events, and interfaith gatherings; has hosted over 300 such events since inception, with recent examples in 2024 and 2025.
  • Interfaith Dialogue & Peacebuilding 1 activity
    • Interfaith and community solidarity initiatives
      Organizes interfaith relief efforts such as the 2021 Haiti relief drive and supports community institutions affected by hate crimes, including donating funds to repair Our Lady of Consolation Church after an attack.
  • Community and Public Broadcasting Services 1 activity
    • Media programming and broadcasting
      Produces and broadcasts media programming focused on New York’s emerging communities, nonprofit organizations, politics, and local businesses, aired regularly on BRIC TV and YouTube.
  • Healthcare Policy Advocacy 1 activity
    • Public health policy advocacy
      Has contributed to legislative changes and expansion of city-wide public health programs addressing chronic conditions such as diabetes, asthma, and obesity.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$581K
Contributions & grants$581K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$281K
Program expenses71%
Admin / overhead24%
Fundraising5%
Salaries & benefits$30K
Grants paid out$1K
Largest expense lineOther
balance sheet
Total assets$455K
Cash$455K
Investments$0
Liabilities$238K
Net assets$217K
Liquid reserves19.4 mo
4 years on record · 2021–2024 · YoY revenue +817.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 2
  • Dorinda Angelucci — Director of Art
  • MARK APPEL — President
relationships · 11

Who they work with

  • AADP Partner — Collaborated on an event featuring The Rev. James Lawson Jr.
  • Anti Defamation League Partner — Co-hosted press conferences with The Bridge MCP addressing anti-Semitism and bigotry.
  • Assembly-member Rodneyse Bichotte Partner — Welcomed and supported The Bridge MCP in its community initiatives.
  • BRICartsmedia.org Partner — Hosts Bridge TV programming on BRIC TV at BRICartsmedia.org/1
  • Brooklyn Borough President Eric L. Adams Partner — Partnered with The Bridge MCP on community initiatives.
  • Consul General Of Haiti Government — Engaged with The Bridge MCP leadership in events related to Haiti relief and community outreach.
  • Council Member Jumaane D Williams Partner — Participated in The Bridge MCP launch event.
  • DA Eric Gonzalez Partner — Hosted and collaborated with The Bridge MCP on events including a food pantry drive and discussions on the opioid crisis.
  • Paswo Partner — Collaborated with The Bridge MCP on a food pantry drive.
  • The Voice of Justice Partner — Longstanding leadership partnership in advocacy for social change and legislation.
  • diverse partners Partner — Collaborates with diverse partners to host community events and support programs.
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.

  • Cross-Cultural Engagement Through Media and Programming
    methodology: cross-cultural_media_outreach
    By using cross-cultural programming, interfaith events, and media platforms (including TV and social media), the organization fosters inclusivity and broadens community engagement, because shared cultural expression and accessible storytelling build mutual understanding and reduce social fragmentation across diverse groups.
  • Unified Multicultural Advocacy
    methodology: unified-community-advocacy
    By uniting diverse racial, ethnic, cultural, and religious groups into a single, unified voice, the organization increases its advocacy influence on government policy and produces more effective responses to systemic social issues, because collective action across identity lines amplifies marginalized voices and builds broader coalitional power.