named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
Community Engagement Events
Hosts cultural and educational events such as the Doggone Great Halloween Parade, Mother's Day Tea Party, and fall festivals to strengthen community bonds.
Emergency Preparedness Program
Free training sessions that teach residents how to prepare for disasters, create family emergency plans, and receive preparedness kits.
Historic Photos Scanning Day
Event to collect and digitize historical photos and materials from before 2000 to preserve the neighborhood's heritage.
Historic Preservation Advocacy
Advocates for landmark designation and educates residents on preservation guidelines to protect the architectural heritage of Crown Heights North.
Older Adults Home Modification Program
Supports low-income seniors with free home modifications to reduce fall risks and increase accessibility.
Rat Academy Training
Workshops co-hosted with local organizations to educate residents on rodent prevention, sanitation, and collaboration with city services.
Shred It Event
Annual community shred event offering secure, on-site document destruction to help prevent identity theft.
activities · 11 groups
What they do
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Historic Site Designation Advocacy 1 activity
- Advocated for historic district designationConducted advocacy efforts to secure New York City Historic District designation for Crown Heights North, including educating residents on preservation guidelines and protecting significant sites.
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Fire Safety Education & Prevention 1 activity
- Community education and workshops on practical issuesHosts workshops and training sessions such as Rat Academy and emergency preparedness classes to equip residents with skills for rodent prevention, disaster readiness, and home safety.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Community events and programming for cultural celebration and engagementHosts forums, town halls, cultural events, and family-friendly activities such as Halloween parades, fall festivals, and Mother's Day tea parties to foster community unity and celebrate local diversity.
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Recycling-Driven Fundraising Programs 1 activity
- Distribution of municipal and emergency suppliesDistributes official NYC trash bins and emergency preparedness kits to support sanitation, safety, and disaster readiness in the community.
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Notary and Document Services 1 activity
- Free community shred events for identity theft preventionOrganizes secure, on-site document destruction events to help community members prevent identity theft by safely disposing of sensitive personal information.
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Archival Digitization and Preservation 1 activity
- Historic photo preservation initiativeOrganizes community events to collect and digitize historic photographs of Crown Heights to preserve local history and cultural memory.
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Home Accessibility Modifications 1 activity
- Home modification services for older adultsProvides free, person-centered home modifications to support aging in place and improve safety and accessibility for older adults in the community.
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Neighborhood Revitalization Initiatives 1 activity
- Neighborhood revitalization through economic, housing, and cultural initiativesImplements programs focused on economic advancement, housing stabilization, and cultural enhancement to revitalize the Crown Heights North neighborhood and improve quality of life.
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Local History Preservation and Education 1 activity
- Preservation of historic buildings and cultural heritageWorks to preserve the architectural and cultural character of Crown Heights North, including historic brownstones, through community engagement and education.
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Tenant Legal Advocacy & Support Services 1 activity
- Resident education on housing rights and neighborhood developmentProvides education and information to residents on deed theft, tenant rights, affordable housing, and responsible development to promote housing stability and informed community participation.
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Low-Income Home Energy Efficiency Upgrades 1 activity
- Utility assistance for homeownersParticipates in a program to help Brooklyn homeowners manage and reduce their gas bills, supporting household financial stability.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$154K
Contributions & grants$154K100%
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expenses
Total expenses$67K
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balance sheet
Total assets$100K
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Net assets$100K
4 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue +141.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
board members · 7
- DEBORAH YOUNG — BOARD CHAIR PRESIDENT
- FIOR ORTIZ-JOYNER — SECRETARY, BOARD MEMBER
- GAIL MUHAMMAD — BOARD VICE CHAIR VP
- HAL DRELLICH — DIRECTOR
- IRSA WEATHERSPOON — BOARD MEMBER
- MICHAEL COMBS — DIRECTOR
- SUZANNE SPELLEN — DIRECTOR
relationships · 19
Who they work with
- Assembly Member Stefani Zinerman Partner — Co-sponsored the emergency preparedness training event.
- Brooklyn Book Bodega Partner — Co-hosted the Kid's Fall Festival and movie night.
- Community Board 8 Senior Committee Partner — Hosted the Mother's Day Tea Party Celebration in partnership with CHNA.
- Lincoln Civic Block Association Partner — Co-hosted a "Rat Academy" training session on rodent prevention.
- Local Development Corp of Crown Heights Partner — Collaborates with CROWN HEIGHTS NORTH ASSOCIATION INC to host a historic photos scanning event.
- Local Development Corporation of Crown Heights Partner — Co-hosted a "Rat Academy" training session on rodent prevention.
- Local Development Corporation of Crown Heights, INC Partner — Co-sponsored the Mother's Day Tea Party Celebration with CHNA.
- Local Development Corporation of Crown Heights, INC. Partner — Co-hosted the Mother's Day Tea Party event.
- National Grid Partner — Collaborates with National Grid to help account holders manage their gas bills.
- New York City Government — Partner in distributing official city trash bins.
- Office of Governor Kathy Hochul Government — Co-sponsored the emergency preparedness training event.
- Residents and business owners Partner — Collaborates with residents and business owners to protect architectural heritage and advance neighborhood revitalization.
- St. Gregorys Church Partner — Co-hosted the Kid's Fall Festival and movie night.
- St. Gregory’s Roman Catholic Church Partner — Hosts the free community shred event at its location.
- Sterling BK Block Association Partner — Co-hosted the Kid's Fall Festival and movie night.
- city agencies Partner — Collaborates with city agencies to enhance the community through shared resources and expertise.
- elected officials Partner — Partners with elected officials to advocate for community improvements and historic preservation.
- fellow nonprofits Partner — Collaborates with other nonprofits to implement meaningful community improvements.
- other community-minded organizations Partner — Partners with community-minded organizations to host educational programs, cultural events, workshops, and neighborhood initiatives.
strategies · 3
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.
- Collaborative Service Delivery Through Partnershipsmethodology: resource_pooling_partnershipsBy pooling resources and coordinating with city agencies, utilities, and nonprofits, we amplify the impact of community services, because cross-sector partnerships increase access to funding, expertise, and infrastructure that the organization cannot provide alone.
- Community Empowerment Through Education and Advocacymethodology: community_empowermentBy equipping residents with knowledge and resources, we increase their capacity to advocate for themselves on community issues, because informed residents are more likely to engage in civic processes and influence local decision-making.
- Historic Preservation as Community Stability Strategymethodology: historic_preservationBy protecting architectural heritage and cultural identity, we promote long-term neighborhood stability and resist displacement, because preserving physical and cultural character strengthens resident attachment, deters speculative development, and fosters collective stewardship.