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MUSLIM COMMUNITY CENTER
Brooklyn, NY · EIN 833276750 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE X40 · Religion-Related · Small ($100K-$1M) · mccbrooklyn.org
revenue
$962K
expenses
$1.2M
net assets
$-288K
employees
1
program ratio
4%
mission · from form 990

MCC SERVES AS A PLACE OF WORSHIP, AND COMMUNITY CENTER PROVIDING FREE CLASSES, MEAL PROGRAMS, ACTIVITIES, AND OTHER RESOURCES FOR THE GREATER NY COMMUNITY

profile · synthesized from sources

Muslim Community Center (MCC) in Brooklyn, NY is a place of worship and community hub offering religious education, youth development, family programs, and social services for the Muslim community. It provides free classes, meal programs, spiritual guidance, and culturally specific events such as Sisters’ Pool Day and youth camps. The center serves children, teens, adults, and reverts to Islam through structured programming and community-building activities.

named programs · 20 · from sources

What they call their work

Brothers’ Summer Camp
Summer program providing mentorship, learning, and friendship opportunities for young men
Brothers’ Youth Group
Supportive space for boys and young men aged 13+ to build connections and grow spiritually
Camp Salah
Summer camp focused on teaching Wudhu and Salah to children, helping them establish a foundation for prayer
Camp Salam
Annual summer camp for children ages 4–11 offering enrichment and recreational activities
Counseling
Islamic counseling and guidance for community members
Family Lecture Night
Educational events featuring guest speakers on topics of interest to Muslim families
Intensive Courses
In-depth courses in Islamic subjects such as Fiqh, Tafseer, Hadith, Seerah, and Islamic History for learners at all levels
Janazah Services
Support for funeral arrangements and space for funeral prayers
Kids Family Night
Monthly event featuring dinner, congregational prayer, games, and activities for families
Lighthouse Reverts Institute
Weekly classes and discussions for reverts to Islam, covering Quranic studies, prayer, and Islamic fundamentals, led by experienced reverts
MCC Hall
Community hall available for rent for events such as weddings and gatherings
Marriage/Nikah
Nikah services provided by a licensed Imam in New York City
Mental Health Services
Weekly support circle for sisters seeking emotional support and guidance, with referrals to appropriate services
Qiyam Nights
Special nights of worship, prayer, and reflection organized by the center
Sisters’ Paint Night
Creative event where women explore painting and artistic expression in a supportive group setting
Sisters’ Pool Day
Seasonal event offering Muslim women a private, halal environment to swim and socialize
Sisters’ Summer Camp
Summer camp fostering personal growth, leadership, and confidence for young women
Sisters’ Youth Group
Empowering program for girls and young women aged 13+ focused on personal and spiritual growth
Weekend School
Educational program for children and teens ages 4–16 offering instruction in Arabic, Islamic Studies, Quran Memorization, and Nooraniyah; runs weekly for ten months
Zakat Al Maal & Zakat ul Fitr
Collection and distribution of Zakat funds year-round and during Ramadan
activities · 7 groups

What they do

  • Islamic Religious Education Programs 7 activities
    • Children's program for learning Wudhu and Salah
      Operates a 4-day educational camp, Camp Salah, for children aged 5 to 12 to learn the fundamentals of Wudhu (ablution) and Salah (prayer). The program provides hands-on instruction to help children establish strong foundations in Islamic worship practices.
    • Community worship events (Qiyam Nights)
      Organizes Qiyam Nights for community members to engage in late-night Qiyam-ul-Layl prayers after Isha, along with spiritual reflection, listening to Islamic reminders, and personal supplication. Events are open for individual or congregational participation.
    • Educational lecture series for families
      Hosts Family Lecture Night events featuring knowledgeable speakers on topics including Islamic teachings, spirituality, family dynamics, personal development, and current affairs. Includes interactive Q&A sessions to encourage community dialogue and learning.
    • Intensive Islamic studies courses
      Provides in-depth, structured courses in Islamic subjects such as Quranic Arabic, Islamic jurisprudence, tafsir (exegesis), hadith (Prophetic traditions), seerah (Prophetic biography), and Islamic history. Courses are offered at beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels and include lectures, discussions, guest speakers, and supplementary materials.
    • Specialized Islamic education programs for reverts
      Offers the Lighthouse Reverts Institute, a program by and for Muslim reverts, providing weekly classes on Quranic studies, prayer, and Islamic fundamentals. Includes monthly community dinners to foster support, connection, and ongoing learning in a confidential and welcoming environment.
    • Summer camp for boys and young men (ages 11–21)
      Operates a summer camp program for boys and young men aged 11 to 21 centered on Quranic study, Islamic reminders, and personal development. The camp includes indoor and outdoor trips, group discussions, and activities designed to build resilience, self-confidence, and moral character.
    • Weekly weekend Islamic school for children and teens
      Operates a ten-month weekend educational program for children and teenagers aged 4 to 16, offering instruction in Arabic, Islamic Studies, Quran Memorization, and Nooraniyah. Classes are held weekly, typically on Saturdays, and include structured learning through lectures, assignments, and supplementary resources.
  • Inclusive Social & Recreational Events 2 activities
    • Monthly family community events (Kids' Family Nights)
      Hosts monthly Kids' Family Nights open to all families, featuring dinner, congregational prayer, interactive games, arts and crafts, storytelling, and outdoor activities. Designed to strengthen family bonds and community engagement in a faith-centered environment.
    • Recreational and creative programs for women
      Offers a range of recreational and creative programs for women, including Sisters’ Paint Night with guided instruction and materials, Sisters’ Pool Day with private indoor swimming and water activities, and a Sisters’ Book Club featuring literary discussions, author talks, and guest speakers.
  • Girls' Mentorship and Leadership Development 2 activities
    • Summer camp for girls and young women (ages 13+)
      Runs a summer camp for girls and young women aged 13 and above focused on personal growth, sisterhood, and Islamic connection. Activities include art, sports, team-building, workshops, and discussions integrating Islamic teachings to strengthen faith and leadership skills.
    • Youth group programs for girls and young women
      Operates youth group programs for girls and young women aged 13 and above to support personal growth, leadership, and spiritual development. The program fosters sisterhood through workshops, team-building exercises, discussions on Islamic values, and mentorship opportunities.
  • Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
    • Annual summer camp for children (ages 4–11)
      Hosts an annual summer camp, Camp Salam, for children aged 4 to 11 that combines Islamic education with recreational activities. The program includes weekly trips, structured classes in Art, Gym, Science, and STEM, and integrates daily Islamic practices such as Salah and Quranic learning.
  • Religious Marriage Matchmaking Services 1 activity
    • Islamic counseling and family support services
      Provides counseling services from an Islamic perspective, including confidential support circles for women and licensed marriage (Nikah) services conducted by Imam Abdallah. Also supports Janazah (funeral) services by providing space for families and leading funeral prayers.
  • Youth and Young Adult Spiritual Engagement 1 activity
    • Youth group programs for boys and young men
      Runs youth group programs for boys and young men aged 13 and above focused on personal and spiritual development, brotherhood, and community engagement. Activities include interactive workshops, group discussions on life skills and character building, mentorship, and community service initiatives.
  • Religious Holiday Food & Charity Distribution 1 activity
    • Zakat collection and distribution
      Collects and distributes Zakat Al-Maal year-round and Zakat Al-Fitr during the last ten days of Ramadan, supporting community members in fulfilling religious obligations and aiding those in need.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$962K
Contributions & grants$962K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$1.25M
Program expenses4%
Admin / overhead96%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$45K
Largest expense lineOther
balance sheet
Total assets$1.05M
Cash$950K
Investments$0
Liabilities$1.34M
Net assets$-288K
Liquid reserves9.1 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -43.4%
relationships · 1

Who they work with

  • Imam Abdallah Government — Licensed by the City of New York to perform Nikah services
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.

  • Differentiated Faith & Language Education
    methodology: differentiated_learning
    By tailoring religious and linguistic curricula to age and learning level, the organization increases educational effectiveness and inclusion because developmentally appropriate, accessible instruction supports sustained engagement and mastery across diverse learners.
  • Faith-Integrated Holistic Development
    methodology: faith-integrated_programming
    By integrating Islamic teachings into recreational, educational, and creative programming across age groups, the organization fosters holistic personal and spiritual growth because shared faith practices strengthen identity, engagement, and community connection.
  • Family-Centered Faith Engagement
    methodology: family-centered_community_engagement
    By designing intergenerational events that combine shared meals, prayer, and child-focused activities, the organization strengthens family and community bonds because co-participation in spiritually meaningful, welcoming environments deepens relational and religious commitment.
  • Gender-Specific Sisterhood Building
    methodology: sisterhood-building
    By creating women-only spaces centered on shared creative, literary, and spiritual experiences, the organization strengthens personal growth and community belonging because gender-specific, faith-aligned peer environments foster trust, open dialogue, and mutual support.
  • Peer-Led Revert Support Model
    methodology: peer-led_community_support
    By using reverts as peer facilitators who lead programming based on lived experience, the organization supports spiritual integration and community belonging because shared identity and relatable journeys build trust and reduce barriers to participation.