named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
Black History Month Programming
Hosts educational and cultural events including historical role-play, poetry readings, dance, drumming, and libation ceremonies
Harlem Soul Sanctuary
Wellness event offering sound, movement, and Reiki instruction in partnership with Urban Yoga Foundation
Juneteenth Celebration
Annual community event featuring live DJ, spoken word, performances, double dutch, and food by local chef
Lunar New Year Celebration
Collaborative event with Upper Manhattan Asian American Alliance featuring dance, martial arts, food, and cultural activities
MMM’s Book Club
Community book club meeting held quarterly with rotating indoor locations
MMM’s Neighbor of the Month
Recognition program honoring local residents who contribute positively to the neighborhood
NYC Open Street on West 120th Street
Manages a public open street space between Malcolm X Boulevard and Mount Morris Park West for community use and programming
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Community Festival & Event Production 3 activities
- Facilitation of community cultural programsOrganizes recurring cultural and creative programs such as book club events, fashion shows, and the Harlem Soul Sanctuary series, fostering community engagement through arts and dialogue.
- Hosting of seasonal and cultural community eventsHosts a range of seasonal and cultural events including Lunar New Year celebrations with performances and children's activities, Halloween events, and Black History Month programs featuring educational and cultural components.
- Organization of Juneteenth celebrationsOrganizes annual Juneteenth celebrations on the 120th Street Open Street, featuring live performances, food, and cultural activities, including a documented event in 2024.
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Community Stewardship Volunteer Programs 1 activity
- Community recognition and neighborhood improvement initiativesRecognizes community members for contributions to neighborhood safety and leads block-level maintenance efforts including food packaging for community fridges, promoting civic pride and local stewardship.
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Public Space Beautification and Maintenance 1 activity
- Management and activation of NYC Open Street on West 120th StreetManages the New York City Open Street on West 120th Street between Malcolm X Boulevard and Mount Morris Park West, hosting community programs, cultural events, and maintenance activities such as sweeping and snow removal.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$80K
Contributions & grants$74K92%
Program service revenue$6K8%
Investment income——
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expenses
Total expenses$78K
Program expenses—
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Fundraising—
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balance sheet
Total assets$0
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Net assets$0
2 years on record · 2024–2025 · YoY revenue +1.1%
relationships · 17
Who they work with
- 5001 FLAVORS Partner — Collaborated with 5001 FLAVORS as a participant in the fashion show.
- BAAYFALL FASHIONS Partner — Collaborated with BAAYFALL FASHIONS as a participant in the fashion show.
- COOL PIGS Partner — Collaborated with COOL PIGS as a participant in the fashion show.
- DOUGLAS SAYS Partner — Collaborated with DOUGLAS SAYS as a participant in the fashion show.
- HARLEM AMERICAN Partner — Collaborated with HARLEM AMERICAN as a participant in the fashion show.
- Hassan Gale Partner — Facilitated a role-playing simulation of the 1960s bus boycott as part of Black History Month programming.
- Hepworth Farms Partner — Community partner supplying certified organic fruits and vegetables to support Marcus Meets Malcolm programs.
- House of D'Marsh Partner — Collaborates with House of D'Marsh on community initiatives.
- JOSEPH MCRAE Partner — Collaborated with JOSEPH MCRAE as a participant in the fashion show.
- Joseph McRae Partner — Partners with Joseph McRae on community events or programs.
- PATRICK CUPID Partner — Collaborated with PATRICK CUPID as a participant in the fashion show.
- STITCHED ADDICTION Partner — Collaborated with STITCHED ADDICTION as a participant in the fashion show.
- Serengeti Teas & Spices Partner — Community partner providing tea, coffee, and spices for Marcus Meets Malcolm events.
- THOMAS HEATH Partner — Collaborated with THOMAS HEATH as a participant in the fashion show.
- Upper Manhattan Asian American Alliance Partner — Collaborated on organizing a Lunar New Year celebration and cultural event.
- Urban Yoga Foundation Partner — Partnered with Marcus Meets Malcolm to provide wellness instruction at the Harlem Soul Sanctuary event.
- XTRAS Partner — Collaborated with XTRAS as a participant in the fashion show.
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.
- Community-Driven Programmingmethodology: community-drivenBy involving the community in designing and carrying out block maintenance and food distribution, the organization supports neighborhood well-being because local ownership increases participation and sustainability.
- Culturally Appropriate Programmingmethodology: culturally-appropriate programmingBy designing programs that reflect the cultural context of Harlem residents, the organization strengthens community engagement and program impact because shared cultural understanding fosters trust and relevance.
- Experiential Education on Civil Rightsmethodology: experiential_educationBy using role-playing simulations of historical civil rights events, the organization fosters deeper understanding and engagement because immersive experiences create emotional resonance and lasting learning.
- Holistic Wellness Integrationmethodology: holistic-wellnessBy combining sound, movement, and Reiki practices, the organization supports holistic community wellness because integrating multiple healing modalities addresses well-being beyond the physical.