named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Publications and Education
Produces and sells books such as "The Bowery" and "Windows on the Bowery" to educate the public and raise awareness about the neighborhood’s historical significance
Take the Bowery Tour
Guided walking tour offering historical and cultural insights into the Bowery, requiring RSVP for participation
Windows on the Bowery
Public art and history project featuring 65+ window placards displayed at Bowery sites and inside the HSBC Bank at 58 Bowery, highlighting the street's contributions to American culture and history
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Historic Site Designation Advocacy 1 activity
- Advocacy for historic preservation and protective zoning on the BoweryAdvocates for the preservation of historical buildings and culturally significant sites on the Bowery, including efforts to achieve protective zoning changes and prevent overdevelopment. Co-sponsored the New York State Historic District designation that led to the Bowery’s listing on the National Register of Historic Places in 2013. Formulated the East Bowery Preservation Plan with input from a zoning expert.
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Housing Policy Advocacy & Tenant Organizing 1 activity
- Advocacy for resident and artist protection from displacementAdvocates for the protection of low- and middle-income residents and artists in live/work lofts on the Bowery from harassment and displacement, particularly in the context of development pressures.
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Curated Art Exhibitions and Public Displays 1 activity
- Production and installation of educational signage and placards on the BoweryCreated and installed 65 window placards at over 75 locations on the Bowery as part of the "Windows on the Bowery" project, including permanent historic signage at 130 Bowery in 2016. The full exhibition is housed at 58 Bowery.
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Local History Publishing 1 activity
- Publication of educational materials on Bowery historyProduces and sells the book "Windows on the Bowery: 400 Years on NYC's Oldest Street," featuring contributions from 19 writers and historians, over 400 illustrations, and design by Cooper Union. Also produces an educational poster series highlighting historical sites and stories along the Bowery corridor.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$12K
Contributions & grants$8K65%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$4K
expenses
Total expenses$13K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
balance sheet
Total assets$85K
Cash—
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Liabilities—
Net assets$85K
3 years on record · 2021–2023 · YoY revenue -3.6%
relationships · 13
Who they work with
- Bowery Mission Partner — Referenced as a long-standing organization providing meals, shelter, job opportunities, and rehabilitation services on the Bowery.
- Cooper Union Partner — Collaborated with the Bowery Alliance of Neighbors on the design of the book "Windows on the Bowery: 400 Years on NYC's Oldest Street".
- Dr. Kerri Culhane Partner — Collaborates with the organization to provide historical expertise for the "Windows on the Bowery" poster series.
- HSBC Bank Partner — Hosts the full exhibition of the "Windows on the Bowery" poster project at 58 Bowery.
- Landmarks Preservation Commission Government — Source of landmark designation information and historical descriptions for multiple buildings on the Bowery.
- Liz Christy Gardens Partner — Recognized as the city's first community garden, located at Bowery & Houston, with historical significance to the neighborhood.
- McGurk’s Suicide Hall Partner — Referenced as a historical site associated with the Bowery's cultural history.
- McKim, Mead & White Partner — Architectural firm whose work on 130 Bowery is highlighted in preservation efforts.
- Robert Maynicke Partner — Architect of the Germania Bank Building at 190 Bowery, whose work is featured in preservation documentation.
- Two Bridges Neighborhood Council Partner — Co-sponsored the nomination of the Bowery to the National Register of Historic Places.
- Windows on the Bowery Partner — Collaborated on a 2016 signage project to highlight historic buildings on the Bowery.
- York & Sawyer Partner — Architectural firm whose design of 124-126 Bowery is documented and preserved.
- jestandish@hotmail.com Government — Contact email associated with Bowery Alliance of Neighbors for inquiries and orders.
strategies · 2
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.
- Culture-Centered Community Advocacymethodology: culture-centered community planningBy centering cultural heritage, storytelling, and public history in advocacy and organizing, the organization builds community identity and public support, because shared historical awareness strengthens collective action and resistance to displacement.
- Historic Preservation as Anti-Displacement Strategymethodology: historic_preservation_as_affordable_housing_protectionBy protecting the historic built environment of the Bowery, the organization prevents overdevelopment and displacement, because preserved buildings and zoning help maintain affordable housing, small businesses, and cultural continuity for vulnerable residents.