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BAY RIDGE CARES
Brooklyn, NY · EIN 461784806 · Form 990EZ · FY2025 · NTEE P12 · Human Services · Micro (<$100K) · bayridgecares.org
revenue
$68K
expenses
$63K
net assets
$42K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

Provide Support For Those In Need

profile · synthesized from sources

Community-based nonprofit founded in response to Superstorm Sandy that provides direct support to vulnerable residents in Bay Ridge and southern Brooklyn. The organization delivers meals, supports food pantries, and addresses food insecurity through mutual aid and community partnerships. It also funds grassroots initiatives via a micro-grant program and organizes community events focused on inclusion, environmental stewardship, and remembrance.

named programs · 5 · from sources

What they call their work

Community Micro Grants Program
Grants initiative supporting local individuals and groups launching grassroots projects that benefit the Bay Ridge community
Earth Day Celebration
Annual community event at Owls Head Park promoting environmental stewardship through cleanups and educational activities
Food Pantry Support
Provides resources and support to four local food pantries serving food-insecure residents in southern Brooklyn
GayRidge Event Sponsorship
Sponsors an inclusive community event celebrating the LGBTQ population in Bay Ridge
Thanksgiving Meal Delivery
Annual program delivering hot Thanksgiving meals to families and individuals in need, including shut-ins
activities · 9 groups

What they do

  • Flexible Grants to Grassroots Organizations 1 activity
    • Awards micro grants to support community-driven initiatives
      Funds community-led projects in areas including education, healthcare, arts and culture, senior services, youth programs, environmental sustainability, and social justice through a structured micro grant program. Awards up to $1,500 per grant, disbursed directly to vendors, with plans for one grant per quarter and documented past awards including $5,600 to a church food pantry and $2,000 to a children’s support program.
  • Back-to-School Supply Distribution 1 activity
    • Distributes school supplies and essential items
      Provides backpacks filled with school supplies to over 150 children annually and conducts annual drives to collect and distribute pajamas to hospitals, shelters, and individuals in need.
  • Neighborhood Revitalization Initiatives 1 activity
    • Implements community renovation and improvement projects
      Leads hands-on community improvement initiatives such as upgrading the kitchen at the Fort Hamilton Senior Center to enhance facilities for local residents.
  • Public Space Beautification and Maintenance 1 activity
    • Organizes community cleanups and beautification projects
      Leads community cleanup and beautification initiatives, including park renovations, Earth Day events, and distribution of daffodil bulbs for public landscaping projects.
  • Community Event-Based Giving Programs 1 activity
    • Organizes recurring community events and holiday programs
      Hosts recurring community events including Thanksgiving meal deliveries, Halloween and holiday-themed breakfasts, Tree Lighting Ceremonies, and holiday toy and gift card drives for families in need. Delivered 800 Thanksgiving meals and fulfilled holiday wishes for families through financial assistance and donated items.
  • Disaster Relief and Recovery Services 1 activity
    • Provides emergency and crisis assistance
      Delivers rapid-response support during emergencies, including financial aid, food, and essential services to individuals and families affected by disasters such as Superstorm Sandy and local fires. Operated a relief kitchen serving 25,000 meals in 28 days and continues to provide emergency cash assistance and services during personal and community crises.
  • Charitable Grantmaking to Specific Causes 1 activity
    • Provides financial donations to support external programs
      Offers financial support to external initiatives such as the Tampon Trunk program, which distributes feminine hygiene products to low-income girls, by making direct donations to further their mission.
  • LGBTQ+ Community Events and Celebrations 1 activity
    • Supports community cohesion and cultural events
      Organizes inclusive cultural and identity-based events such as Pride Month celebrations, AAPI solidarity initiatives, and Halloween Trunk or Treat events to foster community engagement and support marginalized groups.
  • Food Distribution and Hunger Relief 1 activity
    • Supports food security and local food pantries
      Provides direct food assistance through meal delivery programs and supports local food pantries to address food insecurity in the community.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$68K
Contributions & grants$68K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$63K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$7K
balance sheet
Total assets$42K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$42K
4 years on record · 2021–2025 · YoY revenue -13.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025

Who runs it

board members · 3
  • Jeffrey Samaha — Board of Directors
  • Mary Quinones — Board of Directors
  • Yemina Kezardi — Board of Directors
relationships · 17

Who they work with

  • 5th Avenue BID Partner — Collaborating organization for the Trunk or Treat event where Bay Ridge Cares distributed treats.
  • Bay Ridge Network — Local nonprofit operating within the Bay Ridge community in Brooklyn.
  • Brooklyn Immigrant Community Support Partner — Co-founded by board member Devon Morales; mutual aid group aligned with Bay Ridge Cares’ mission.
  • Council Member Justin Brannan Partner — Co-hosted community events including the Owls Head Park tree lighting ceremony.
  • Fourth Avenue Presbyterian Church Partner — Partnered to support and stock the church's food pantry through donations and community drives.
  • Gay Ridge Partner — Local organization with which Bay Ridge Cares partnered to sponsor Pride Month celebrations.
  • Grandma’s Love Inc. Partner — Provided financial support to this nonprofit distributing food, books, and essentials to children in need.
  • Halal Food Connections Partner — Collaborates with Bay Ridge Cares through shared leadership; led by board member Yamina Kezadri.
  • Henry Street Settlement Funder — Organization for which board member Johanna Dehler secured grant funding, indicating professional affiliation.
  • Immigrant Justice Corps Funder — Organization for which board member Johanna Dehler secured grant funding.
  • JJ Carty Park Partner — Partner location where Bay Ridge Cares conducted a major cleanup.
  • Merchants of 3rd Avenue Partner — Recipient of daffodil bulb donation for community beautification project.
  • Mosholu-Montefiore Community Center Funder — Organization for which board member Johanna Dehler secured grant funding.
  • New York City Parks Department Partner — Collaborated to renovate the kitchen and lobby at the Fort Hamilton Senior Center.
  • Tampon Trunk Partner — Recipient of a financial donation from Bay Ridge Cares to support distribution of feminine hygiene supplies.
  • The Healing Center Partner — Partner agency receiving toys and gift cards for families at a domestic violence shelter.
  • local businesses Partner — Provides financial support to Bay Ridge Cares
strategies · 1

How they approach the work

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  • Community-Driven Crisis Response
    methodology: community_crisis_response
    By mobilizing local volunteers and leveraging community networks, the organization enables rapid, agile responses to crises because local actors can identify needs quickly and act without bureaucratic delay, fostering trust and immediate impact.