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Muslim Community Network Inc
New York, NY · EIN 753163555 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE R30 · Civil Rights & Advocacy · Medium ($1M-$10M) · mcnny.org
revenue
$1.2M
expenses
$1.0M
net assets
$1.0M
employees
7
program ratio
80%
mission · from form 990

To foster mutual collaboration and communication within the diverse Muslim community.

profile · synthesized from sources

Muslim Community Network Inc (MCN) is a New York City-based nonprofit focused on fostering mutual collaboration and communication within the diverse Muslim community. It advances civil rights and inclusion through civic engagement, diversity education workshops, and youth leadership development programs. MCN works with schools, city agencies, and community organizations to promote religious literacy, combat Islamophobia, and empower Muslim New Yorkers.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2020

What they reported doing

  1. #1 primary $325
    Civic Engagement: The civic action program is MCN's advocacy initiative we partner with many organizations and public policy institutions to participate in coalitions, calls to action, and engagement in the public square to advocate for the civil rights and liberties of all New Yorkers such partnerships include the Muslim school holidays coalition, Brennan Center for Justice, CUNY Clear, New York Neighbors for American Values, and more.
  2. #2 $674
    Youth Leadership Development: provides Muslim youth with healthy and productive outlets for expression and public engagement Muslim youth New York City (MY NYC) and MY NYC bridge build the next generation's identity and capacity as leaders by developing their skills in root cause analysis, public speaking, community organizing, and conflict resolution.
named programs · 4 · from sources

What they call their work

Civic Education & Empowerment
Programs equipping Muslims with tools for civic participation, including voter education, advocacy, self-defense training, and knowledge of NYC Human Rights protections.
Diversity Education Workshops
Interactive sessions for schools, agencies, and organizations in NYC covering Islam, Muslim American life, Islamophobia, and relationship-building with Muslim communities.
Religious Literacy Advocacy
Policy advocacy initiative promoting religious diversity education in NYC public school curricula, including successful campaign for NYC Council Resolution 95.
Youth Leadership Development (MY NYC)
Program building leadership skills among Muslim youth in NYC through training in public speaking, community organizing, and conflict resolution.
activities · 10 groups

What they do

  • Youth Leadership Development Programs 2 activities
    • Youth civic fellowship program
      Runs a 12-week youth civic fellowship selecting 15 high school students per cohort to participate in leadership training and civics project work, with a $450 stipend provided for 90% attendance.
    • Youth leadership development through the MY NYC Program
      Trains Muslim youth in New York City as social justice leaders through the MY NYC (Muslim Youth NYC) Program, focusing on public speaking, community organizing, conflict resolution, and root cause analysis.
  • Religious Holiday Food & Charity Distribution 1 activity
    • Annual soup kitchen and food distribution programs
      Operates monthly soup kitchen programs and food distribution initiatives, serving over 2,400 meals annually and distributing iftar meals during Ramadan through the Iftar To Go program at the Islamic Cultural Center of New York.
  • Public Benefits Navigation and Enrollment 1 activity
    • Case management and benefits access support
      Provides one-on-one case management to help individuals and families access government services and benefits including SNAP, cash assistance, housing, employment, and health programs, with support for online platforms such as ACCESS HRA and Housing Connect.
  • Self-Defense Training Programs 1 activity
    • Community safety and self-defense training
      Conducts community safety and self-defense trainings for New York Muslims, reaching over 300 individuals across 10 communities.
  • Public Access Technology Services 1 activity
    • Digital access and technology support services
      Offers free access to computers, high-speed internet, printers, and digital support services including resume building and online application assistance during weekly 2-hour sessions with on-site staff.
  • Interfaith Dialogue & Peacebuilding 1 activity
    • Interfaith and civic education initiatives
      Engages in interfaith dialogue and civic education work in New York City since 2003, supporting local and global efforts toward peace, inclusion, and United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 16.
  • Civil Rights Advocacy & Litigation 1 activity
    • Policy advocacy for civil rights and inclusive policies
      Engages in policy advocacy at city, state, and national levels to advance civil rights, prevent hate crimes, end family separation and the Muslim travel ban, promote halal meals in public schools, and increase inclusivity in city institutions.
  • Anti-Hate Incident Response & Support 1 activity
    • Research on anti-religious hate crimes
      Collects survey data on anti-religious hate crimes targeting Muslim communities in New York City to inform advocacy and community safety initiatives.
  • Women's Empowerment and Leadership Development 1 activity
    • Women’s empowerment and civic engagement programs
      Runs an 8-week cohort-based program offering workshops on empowerment, financial literacy, domestic violence awareness, and civic engagement for marginalized Muslim women across multiple districts in New York City.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Civic education and diversity workshops for Muslim and non-Muslim communities
      Conducts civic education and diversity workshops in New York City that increase understanding of Islam and Muslims, with 86.6% of participants reporting improved knowledge, and 100% achieving proficiency in understanding protections under NYC's Human Rights Law. Workshops cover voter education, civic advocacy, self-defense, and cultural awareness.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.15M
Contributions & grants$1.13M98%
Program service revenue$13K1%
Investment income$11K1%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$1.03M
Program expenses80%
Admin / overhead15%
Fundraising5%
Salaries & benefits$612K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.33M
Cash$564K
Investments$0
Liabilities$318K
Net assets$1.01M
Liquid reserves6.5 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -3.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
Husein Yatabarry Executive Director 40 $120K
board members · 5
  • Aniqa Nawabi — Secretary and Director
  • Bari Khan — Treasurer and Director
  • Debbie Almontaser — Chairperson
  • Ismail Aymann — Director
  • Malik Sabre — Vice President and Vice Chair
relationships · 26

Who they work with

  • ACS Partner — Submits applications to ACS on behalf of clients for childcare and early education programs.
  • Brennan Center for Justice Partner — Partner organization in public policy advocacy and civic engagement initiatives.
  • BronxNet Partner — Collaborated on media coverage of Muslim Community Network’s wellness fair.
  • CAIR-NY Partner — Collaborated with CAIR-NY at press conferences on ceasefire advocacy and community issues.
  • CUNY Clear Partner — Collaborates with MCN on civic engagement and advocacy programs.
  • Center for NYC Housing Partner — Conducted diversity education workshops for staff to improve cultural competency in housing services.
  • DANY Government — Partnered with the District Attorney’s Office on culturally responsive programming to prevent gun violence in Central Harlem.
  • DOE Partner — Submits applications to the Department of Education for childcare and school enrollment services.
  • HRA Partner — Collaborates with HRA to assist clients in applying for social service programs such as food stamps and cash assistance.
  • Islamic Cultural Center of New York Partner — Hosts the Iftar To Go program and collaborates with MCN to distribute meals during Ramadan.
  • Islamic Relief USA Partner — Partner organization collaborating on Ramadan Iftar distributions.
  • Manhattan Borough President Government — Public supporter of MCN's capital campaign.
  • Mayor's Office Government — Public supporter of MCN's capital campaign.
  • Muslim School Holidays Coalition Partner — Coalition partner in civic engagement and advocacy efforts.
  • NYC Council Government — Collaborated with MCN in adopting Resolution 95 on religious diversity education in public schools.
  • NYC Department of Education Government — Advocates for inclusion of religious diversity in DOE curriculum and staff training.
  • NYC4Ceasefire Partner — Jointly participated in press conferences addressing ceasefire advocacy and community safety.
  • NYS Assembly Government — Public supporter of MCN's capital campaign.
  • NYS Senate Government — Public supporter of MCN's capital campaign.
  • New York City Council Government — Public funder and supporter of the MCN Immigration Legal Program.
  • New York Neighbors for American Values Partner — Partner in coalition-based advocacy for civil rights and community engagement.
  • New York State Office of Faith and Nonprofit Development Services Government — Government funder and sponsor of the Community Resource Room initiative.
  • New Yorkers Partner — Works alongside community members across New York City in advocacy efforts.
  • United Nations Government — Aligns work with United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 16 to promote just, peaceful, and inclusive societies.
  • Yunus Law Partner — Legal services partner for the MCN Immigration Legal Program.
  • multi-faith coalition of 34+ organizations Coalition — Partnered with MCN to support improved hate crime reporting mechanisms.
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.

  • Civic Empowerment Through Education and Leadership Development
    methodology: civic-empowerment
    By combining civic education, legal rights literacy, and hands-on leadership training—especially among youth and women—the organization increases community participation and resilience because informed, skilled individuals are better equipped to advocate for themselves and shape policy.
  • Coalition-Based Policy Advocacy for Intersectional Equity
    methodology: intersectional_advocacy
    By building coalitions across faith, racial, and economic justice movements, the organization advances civil rights because systemic change requires collective power and alignment across interconnected issues.
  • Community-Led Narrative Change
    methodology: community-led_narrative_change
    By training and resourcing Muslim community members to lead education, storytelling, and advocacy efforts, the organization shifts public narratives about Muslims because authentic self-representation disrupts stereotypes more effectively than external messaging.
  • Hate Crime Prevention via Community Safety and Data-Informed Advocacy
    methodology: three-pillar_prevention_model
    By integrating community safety training, hate incident reporting systems, and policy advocacy, the organization prevents anti-Muslim violence because empowered, informed communities can intervene early and influence systemic change.