named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Education Committee
Curates workshops, panels, and mentorship programs to support professional and personal growth of members in real estate
Membership Committee
Focuses on recruiting and engaging members through onboarding, support, and community-building initiatives
Programming & Events Committee
Organizes networking receptions, thought-leadership forums, and member-only events including conferences and mentorship mixers
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Housing Policy Advocacy & Tenant Organizing 1 activity
- Advocacy for equitable housing policy and developmentAdvocates for upzoning, streamlined approval processes, and public-private partnerships to promote affordable and higher-density housing in low-density areas. Promotes community-aligned development through policy incentives and cross-sector collaboration.
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Corporate Sponsorship Programs 1 activity
- Corporate sponsorship and job placement servicesOffers tiered corporate sponsorship packages that include job postings, logo recognition, employee memberships, event access, and social media promotion, serving over 1,500 minority real estate professionals.
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Affordable Housing Development and Management 1 activity
- Historic preservation and affordable housing developmentEngages in adaptive reuse of historic buildings to create quality affordable housing, including rehabilitation of properties under NYCHA’s PACT program using Historic Tax Credits, with portfolio management in Harlem and the Bronx.
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Annual Impact and Evaluation Reporting 1 activity
- Internal and investor reporting for real estate projectsProduces standardized performance reports, dashboards, and key performance indicator summaries for investors and internal use, covering net operating income, construction draws, rent rolls, and capital accounts.
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Professional Networking Events 1 activity
- Networking and member engagement eventsOrganizes and hosts events including mixers, conferences, holiday parties, and member-only gatherings to foster professional connections, collaboration, and community celebration among African-American real estate professionals in New York.
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Organizational Governance & Leadership Development 1 activity
- Organizational governance through dedicated committeesManages operations via structured committees in Education, Governance, Marketing & Branding, Membership, and Programming & Events to support strategic and programmatic functions.
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Real Estate Professional Association 1 activity
- Professional association and capacity building for African-American real estate professionalsProvides professional development, mentorship, and leadership training for African-American real estate professionals through workshops, panels, and programs taught by industry leaders. Supports members across disciplines including finance, development, planning, and asset management in the Tri-State area.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Knowledge sharing and industry insights through publicationsProduces blog content and analysis on topics including zoning changes, historic-to-affordable housing conversion, investor relations, gender diversity, and project delivery to promote inclusivity and practical knowledge in the real estate industry.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2020
revenue
Total revenue$30K
Contributions & grants$24K78%
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expenses
Total expenses$34K
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balance sheet
Total assets$118K
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Net assets$118K
1 years on record · 2020–2020
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2020
Who runs it
board members · 4
- DANIEL CHATTERS — BOARD MEMBER
- DEVON PRIOLEAU — DIRECTOR
- JARED POLLARD — DIRECTOR
- RENE HAMILTON — DIRECTOR
relationships · 17
Who they work with
- C.U.R.E Partner — Collaborates to provide educational programs to members.
- CURE Partner — Collaborates to add sponsor employees to CURE’s professional membership base.
- Florida A & M University School of Architecture and Environmental Technology Partner — One of the board advisors holds a degree from this institution, indicating an educational affiliation.
- Greenberg Traurig, LLP Partner — Firm where Governance Committee member is a Real Estate Shareholder.
- HDC Partner — Works together on affordable housing development and financing initiatives.
- HPD Partner — Collaborates on affordable housing projects in New York City.
- K Force Construction LLC Partner — Organization led by Karina De La Cruz, serving as Chief Executive Officer and Chair of the Programming & Events Committee.
- NYCHA Government — Collaborates with NYCHA under the PACT program to redevelop public housing sites using historic tax credits.
- New York University Schack Institute of Real Estate Partner — One of the board advisors holds a degree from this institution, indicating an educational affiliation.
- Our Sponsors Partner — Collaborates with sponsors who support AAREPNY’s vision and help sustain its programming.
- REBNY Partner — Co-hosts the WIN Holiday Party with REBNY.
- State Historic Preservation Office Government — Works with SHPO to secure Historic Tax Credit eligibility and approval for adaptive reuse projects.
- The Buckler Group, Inc. Partner — Organization led by Christopher Browne, serving as Chair of the Education Committee.
- The Delaine Companies Partner — Organization led by Jerrod Delaine, CEO, contributing expertise in real estate development and zoning reform advocacy.
- The Delaine Companies Partner — Organization led by Jerrod Delaine, contributing expertise in investor relations and real estate capital raising.
- The Delaine Companies Partner — Organization where Membership Committee member serves as Director.
- Turn Key Design & Construction Inc Partner — Organization led by Lance Bertrand, serving as Chair of the Marketing & Branding Committee.
strategies · 5
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.
- Community-Engaged Redevelopment for Equitable Outcomesmethodology: community-engaged-redevelopmentBy aligning real estate redevelopment with community needs through authentic engagement and context-sensitive design, the organization generates sustainable support and equitable outcomes because projects that reflect resident values and emotional ownership are more likely to succeed and endure.
- Connection, Education, and Shared Purpose as Drivers of Professional Advancementmethodology: connection-education-purposeBy fostering professional connections, education, and shared purpose among African-American real estate professionals, the organization advances individual careers and collective industry progress because these elements are believed to be foundational to sustained advancement in commercial real estate.
- Inclusive Ecosystem Development Through Curated Engagementmethodology: inclusive_ecosystem_developmentBy creating an inclusive professional ecosystem via curated programming, intimate gatherings, and active mentorship, the organization strengthens community cohesion and professional resilience because intentional relationship-building fosters trust, belonging, and collective advancement.
- Mentorship-Driven Professional Developmentmethodology: mentorship-driven developmentBy pairing emerging professionals with established leaders through structured mentorship, the organization cultivates leadership and career growth because lived experience and personal guidance are seen as critical to navigating and advancing within the real estate industry.
- Strategic Investor Engagement Through Transparency and Alignmentmethodology: investor_transparency_and_alignmentBy combining transparent communication, institutional-grade standards, co-investment, and narrative-driven offerings, the organization builds investor trust and attracts capital because financial engagement is strengthened when aligned incentives, clear storytelling, and operational rigor are demonstrated.