Integrated Neighborhood Revitalization

Engages in community development activities as reported in IRS Form 990.

Develops and implements community development, neighborhood revitalization, and housing improvement and rehabilitation programs in Buffalo, New York.

Conducts community development initiatives as part of its operational mission in Findley Lake, NY.

Operates a garment donation program that collects hand-knit and crocheted items from volunteers via drop-off locations at partner yarn shops, enabling consolidated shipping and efficient distribution to LGBTQ+ youth in need.

Hosts events such as Stitch and Sip gatherings, panel discussions, and the Knit the Future series to connect crafters, raise awareness about housing disparities affecting LGBTQ+ youth, and create inclusive spaces for dialogue on diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice in the fiber arts community.

Provides thousands of hand-knitted and crocheted winter garments—including scarves, beanies, gloves, socks, and sweaters—to homeless and at-risk LGBTQ+ youth in New York City and Chicago annually. Since 2020, distributed over 46,000 garments through organized distribution events and partner networks.

Offers classes, workshops, and coaching in knitting, crocheting, and clothing design to homeless and at-risk LGBTQ+ youth, both directly and through partnerships with other nonprofits in NYC, empowering participants with creative and practical skills.

Distributes free, accessible knit and crochet patterns designed to be warm, fashionable, and suitable for crafters of all skill levels, supporting volunteer participation in garment creation through partnerships with independent designers.

Organizes free public programming to promote the Chelsea district to residents and tourists.

Provides sanitation services including street and curb cleaning, garbage removal, and graffiti removal in the Chelsea district.

Engages in town revitalization activities, focusing on community development and improvement initiatives.

Engages in community development activities as reported in IRS Form 990.

Offers English language, civics, and basic education classes for adults in the South Bronx, supporting educational advancement and integration.

Hosts the annual Bronx Business Expo, the longest-running business expo in the Bronx, and other events to support business development, decision-making, and networking, including workshops and client recruitment initiatives.

Offers business loans and technical assistance to qualifying small businesses in the Bronx through its Credit Inc. program, helping clients secure financing including Economic Disaster Injury Loans and Paycheck Protection Program loans.

Operates the Venture Center business incubator, providing affordable workspace to entrepreneurs and small businesses with a 98% occupancy rate.

Develops, owns, and manages over 120,000 square feet of commercial, industrial, and office space in the Bronx and Upper Manhattan, supporting local economic activity and business infrastructure.

Conducts extensive community engagement through resident surveys, property cataloging, visioning sessions, interviews, small group meetings, and digital outreach, engaging over 60,000 people and supporting neighborhood planning and development.