named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Beautification Project
Annual community service initiative involving park cleanups, planting, and painting in Queens neighborhoods such as Hollis
Coalition Kids Holiday Toy Drive
Annual holiday initiative collecting and distributing toys to children in the community through partnerships with local organizations and businesses
Queens Community Closets
Pop-up clothing and essentials distribution events offering free clothing, shoes, household items, and personal care products to Queens families on a no-questions-asked basis
STEP Program (Striving Towards Empowering People)
Job readiness workshop series providing workforce development training and employment support for young adults and adults in Queens
The Hub
Nonprofit coworking and creative community space in Queens Village, NY providing resources and support for organizations and individuals making community impact
Youthpreneur Summit
Annual event featuring speaker panels, breakout sessions, financial literacy training, networking, and a live pitch competition with cash prizes for young entrepreneurs
activities · 10 groups
What they do
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Distribution of PPE and Crisis Supplies 1 activity
- Emergency relief supply deliveryDelivered over 150,000 bottles of water and essential supplies to residents affected by the water crisis in Flint, Michigan, as part of a targeted emergency relief effort.
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Community Event-Based Giving Programs 1 activity
- Holiday Jouvay community celebrationHosts the annual Holiday Jouvay event, a community-led celebration involving the distribution of joy and toys across Queens, which has been conducted for at least five consecutive years.
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Community Stewardship Volunteer Programs 1 activity
- Park beautification volunteer eventsOrganizes annual volunteer-led park beautification events, including cleaning, planting flowers, and painting benches, at locations such as Peters Field in Hollis, Queens. These events have been conducted for at least six consecutive years.
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Holiday and Seasonal Essentials Distribution 1 activity
- Queens Community Closets pop-up distribution eventsOperates pop-up community closet events in churches and community centers across Queens, distributing free clothing, shoes, household items, and personal care essentials to community members in need.
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Workforce Readiness Training 1 activity
- STEP Program for job readinessOperates the STEP Program, which provides job readiness support to individuals in local communities, helping them develop skills and secure new careers.
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Fundraising for Community and Charitable Initiatives 1 activity
- Social fundraisers and outreach initiativesOrganizes social fundraisers and community outreach initiatives, including programs to feed the homeless, outreach trips, and educational workshops.
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Youth Workforce Readiness Programs 1 activity
- Summer internship program for youthRuns a summer internship program based at The Hub in Queens that combines community service with professional development opportunities to support youth growth and career readiness.
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Community Space Provision 1 activity
- The Hub nonprofit coworking and creative community spaceOperates The Hub, a nonprofit coworking and creative community space in Queens Village, NY, that provides grassroots organizations and individuals with access to resources such as grant writing, marketing, and financial services to support their growth and sustainability.
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Music Education and Training Programs 1 activity
- Youth music production master classOffers a music production master class as a creative empowerment program for youth, providing a structured outlet for self-expression and skill development through music.
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Youth Entrepreneurship & Financial Literacy Education 1 activity
- Youthpreneur Summit and pitch competitionHosts an annual Youthpreneur Summit at York College in Queens, featuring speaker panels, financial literacy training, networking, and a live pitch competition that awards up to $10,000 in cash prizes to youth aged 12–22. The event has been held for at least eight consecutive years and engages nearly 100 high school students annually.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$149K
Contributions & grants$149K100%
Program service revenue——
Investment income——
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$181K
Program expenses98%
Admin / overhead1%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$34K
Grants paid out—
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$15K
Cash$24K
Investments$0
Liabilities$41K
Net assets$-48K
Liquid reserves1.6 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +9.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 3
- Denise Dixon — Executive Director
- Leonara Martelly — Director of Comm Engagement
- Marcy Duvert — Director of Operations
relationships · 57
Who they work with
- ATU Local 1056 Partner — Supported the 2025 Holiday Jouvay event.
- ATU Local 11179 Partner — Supported the 2025 Holiday Jouvay event.
- Adrienne E. Adams Partner — City Council Speaker who has partnered with Showing Hearts Foundation on community initiatives in South East Queens
- Alicia Hyndman Partner — NY State Assemblywoman who has partnered with Showing Hearts Foundation on community initiatives in South East Queens
- Assembly Member Alicia Hyndman Government — Elected official supporter of the Youthpreneur Summit 2026.
- Assembly Member Alicia Hyndman Government — Partnered with Showing Hearts Foundation for the Youthpreneur Summit 2026
- Assembly Member Clyde Vanel Government — Elected official supporter of the Youthpreneur Summit 2026.
- Assembly Member David Vanel Government — Partnered with Showing Hearts Foundation for the Youthpreneur Summit 2026
- Assemblywoman Alicia Partner — Co-hosted nonprofit networking events with Showing Hearts Foundation in Southeast Queens.
- CCA Metro Partner — Supported the 2025 Holiday Jouvay event.
- Clyde Vanel Partner — NY State Assemblyman who has partnered with Showing Hearts Foundation on community initiatives in South East Queens
- Congressman Gregory Meeks Government — Elected official supporter of the Youthpreneur Summit 2026.
- Congressman Gregory Meeks Government — Partnered with Showing Hearts Foundation for the Youthpreneur Summit 2026
- Council Member Rita Joseph Government — Elected official supporter of the Youthpreneur Summit 2026.
- Council Member Rita Joseph Government — Partnered with Showing Hearts Foundation for the Youthpreneur Summit 2026
- Council Member Selvena Brooks-Powers Government — Elected official supporter of the Youthpreneur Summit 2026.
- Council Member Selvena Brooks-Powers Government — Partnered with Showing Hearts Foundation for the Youthpreneur Summit 2026
- Council Member Ty Hankerson Government — Elected official supporter of the Youthpreneur Summit 2026.
- Council Member Ty Hankerson Government — Partnered with Showing Hearts Foundation for the Youthpreneur Summit 2026
- Daneek Miller Partner — City Council Member who has partnered with Showing Hearts Foundation on community initiatives in South East Queens
- Donovan Richards Partner — Queens Borough President who has partnered with Showing Hearts Foundation on community initiatives in South East Queens
- Dr. Nantasha Williams Partner — City Council Member who has partnered with Showing Hearts Foundation on community initiatives in South East Queens
- EmblemHealth Insurance Partner — Sponsors Showing Hearts Foundation and its members, supporting community programs.
- FDNY Vulcan Society Partner — Supported the 2025 Holiday Jouvay event.
- First American International Bank Partner — Sponsor and supporting organization for the Youthpreneur Summit 2026.
- Gregory W. Meeks Partner — U.S. Congressman who has partnered with Showing Hearts Foundation on community initiatives in South East Queens
- Leroy Comrie Partner — NY State Senator who has partnered with Showing Hearts Foundation on community initiatives in South East Queens
- LetsKeepBuilding Partner — Website development partner for the Showing Hearts Foundation.
- NYPD 103rd Precinct Partner — Supported the 2025 Holiday Jouvay event.
- NYPD 113th Precinct Partner — Supported the 2025 Holiday Jouvay event.
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strategies · 4
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.
- Capacity Building for Community Changemethodology: capacity_buildingBy supporting emerging grassroots organizations with infrastructure and resources, we create sustainable community change because strengthened local entities are better positioned to drive long-term impact through education, empowerment, and collective action.
- Multigenerational Engagement to Strengthen Communitiesmethodology: multigenerational_engagementBy engaging both youth and seniors in shared service and learning, we strengthen community bonds and mutual understanding because combining youthful energy with lived experience fosters intergenerational empathy and collective resilience.
- No-Barrier Access Model for Essential Goodsmethodology: no-barriers_distributionBy distributing free essentials without income verification, registration, or paperwork, we increase access and dignity for underserved families because removing systemic barriers reduces stigma and enables equitable participation.
- Youth Empowerment Through Integrated Experiential Developmentmethodology: integrated-youth-developmentBy combining exposure to professionals, entrepreneurship education, pitch competitions, and real-world learning, we build youth self-confidence, leadership, and life skills because integrated, experiential models foster deeper engagement and skill transfer than isolated interventions.