Brooklyn Community Board 14 has a wealth of information about the community and the organizations that serve it. Check out the listings to learn more about what is happening in our district and what resources are available for you. If you can’t find what you are looking for, reach out!
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NYC Emergency Management (NYCEM)
Type:
Directory
Resource for:
Everyone / Anyone in Need
Keywords:
Weather
During periods of extreme cold, warming centers are open to anyone in need. Warming locations offer warm spaces and food. Warming buses are also available, with vehicles parked outside designated locations to provide temporary relief from the cold. Additional information on winter weather resources is available through the NYC Office of Emergency Management.
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Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP)
Type:
Directory
Resource for:
Adults • Business Owners • Self-Employed
Keywords:
Public Assistance • Small Business • Taxes
Use this map to find free tax preparation services across NYC, including in-person and drop-off sites. IRS-certified VITA/TCE volunteer preparers help eligible filers complete accurate returns and access tax benefits. Services are available to W-2 employees as well as freelancers, gig workers, independent contractors, and small business owners.
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Department of Small Business Services (SBS)
Type:
Business Services
Resource for:
Business Owners
Keywords:
Business • Business Assistance • Business Financing • Entrepreneurship • Small Business
Free one-on-one business advisory sessions through a partnership with Assemblymember Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn and the Pace University Small Business Development Center. Sessions take place every fourth Thursday by appointment at the Assemblymember's District Office and can help with financing, marketing and sales strategies, government procurement and certification programs, and business planning.
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Service is provided at the Assemblymember's Office at 1312 Flatbush Avenue
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Brooklyn Public Library
Type:
Counseling • Family Services • Training and Education
Resource for:
Everyone / Anyone in Need
Keywords:
Adult Education • College Prep • Community Resources • GED / High School • Job Readiness • Job Training • Literacy • Public Assistance • Social Services
The Flatbush Literacy Zone Welcome Center is a local hub offering free educational, workforce, and support services for individuals and families. Services include adult literacy and High School Equivalency preparation, college and career readiness, job training, digital literacy, and connections to social and community resources. All services are free and open to the public, with hours available throughout the week at the Flatbush Library.
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Phone:
347-735-8698
Address:
Flatbush Library, 22 Linden Blvd, Brooklyn, NY 11226
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NY Connects
Type:
Family Services • Health Services • Senior Services
Resource for:
Everyone / Anyone in Need
Keywords:
Aging • Caregiving • Disabilities • Mental Health • Social Services • Support Services
Brooklyn NY Connects provides information and assistance on long-term services and supports for people of all ages, individuals with any disability, caregivers, family members, veterans, and helping professionals. Services include personal care, education and counseling, health and wellness, behavioral health, intellectual and developmental disability supports, and other social services. Walk-ins and appointments are available Monday–Thursday, 9 AM–5 PM, and appointments only on Fridays.
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Phone:
718-671-6200
Address:
1655 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn NY 11210
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Human Resources Administration (HRA)
Type:
Directory • Food Assistance
Resource for:
Everyone / Anyone in Need
Keywords:
Food
Community Food Connection (CFC), formerly known as the Emergency Food Assistance Program (EFAP), provides funding to more than 500 community kitchens and food pantries citywide. If you need food, you can get help today at one of New York City's food pantries, which provide groceries to cook at home, or community kitchens, which provide hot meals.
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Human Resources Administration (HRA)
Type:
Directory • Food Assistance
Resource for:
Everyone / Anyone in Need
Keywords:
Food
Food Help NYC is an online app from the City of New York to find locations that offer free food, such as food pantries and soup kitchens.
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Hot Bread Kitchen
Type:
Training and Education
Keywords:
Job Training
This six-week program provides hands-on training in kitchen fundamentals, knife skills, baking, food safety, and sanitation. Participants also gain professional readiness skills, resume and interview prep, and support to take the NYC Food Protection Exam for lifetime certification. Graduates are connected to food industry jobs with employers such as Restaurant Associates @ Google, Eataly, Whole Foods, and Amy’s Bread. Average starting wage is $18.38/hour, with access to benefits and set schedules. Participants receive a $160 weekly stipend for five weeks, daily Metrocards, and job placement support through our employer network. Applicants must complete a short form and interview before enrollment. Available for Spanish speakers.
Deadline:
Kitchen interviews begin on the week of 9/15/25. Training will be from 9/22-11/3, 2025, Monday to Friday 5pm to 8pm.
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Brooklyn Borough President's Office
Type:
Requests for Proposals
Resource for:
Brooklyn Residents
Keywords:
Arts and Culture • Competition
Brooklyn residents and K–12 students are invited to submit designs for the 2026 Brooklyn Pin, a limited-edition collectible celebrating the borough’s culture and identity. All ages are welcome; minors need parental consent. The winning design will be selected by the Borough President and 2025 Brooklyn Arts Ambassador Colm Dillane of KidSuper. More information on eligibility and criteria is available on the website.
Deadline:
Original artwork must be submitted by Sunday, November 2,2025 at 11:59 PM
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Department of Sanitation (DSNY)
Type:
Jobs and Internships
Keywords:
Job Readiness • Public Service • Seasonal Work • Weather
Emergency Snow Shovelers are needed to clear snow and ice from bus stops, crosswalks, hydrants, and step streets after major snowfalls, on a per-diem, temporary basis. Positions pay $19.14 per hour to start and $28.71 after 40 hours in a week. Applicants must be 18 or older, eligible to work in the U.S., and able to perform heavy labor. Use the link to register.
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NYS Office of Cannabis Management (OCM)
Type:
Other
Resource for:
Everyone / Anyone in Need
Cannabis is legal for adult use in New York State. Learn what activities are permitted and what remains illegal under state law. The official New York State resource provides guidance on possession limits, consumption rules, and other important information to help residents understand their rights and responsibilities
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CAMBA LEAP
Type:
Training and Education
Resource for:
Teenagers
Keywords:
Arts and Culture • Education • Film and Media • Job Readiness • Youth
CAMBA LGBTQ+ Education and Acceptance Project (LEAP) is offering a free eight-week filmmaking and editing program for youth ages 15–20 living or studying in Brooklyn or Queens. The program runs from October 4 to November 22, 2025, with sessions held Saturdays from 12:00–5:00 PM at the Brooklyn Community Pride Center (1561 Bedford Avenue). Participants will receive production credits, a $20 gift card incentive per session (up to $160 total), MetroCards for travel, and an additional gift card for successful referrals.
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Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated - Gamma Iota Lambda Chapter (Brooklyn Alphas)
Type:
Training and Education
Resource for:
High School Students • Teenagers
Keywords:
College Prep • Education • Mentoring • Personal Development
Leadership and College Readiness program, which educates, empowers, and exposes young men of color, grades 9 through 12 from schools in Brooklyn to the skills, tools, behaviors, and role models necessary for success in life, leadership, and college. The goal of this program is to develop emotionally intelligent leaders by focusing on three levels of development: the individual, the individual in relation to others, and the individual in relation to society as a whole. Particular emphasis will be placed on Academic Excellence, Goal Setting, Personal Development, Professional Development, Etiquette, and Health and Wellbeing. Alpha Academy will discuss the College Admissions process, tips for a strong application, and how to utilize valuable resources when making the transition from high school to college. The program will run during the 2025-2026 school year, meeting in person one Saturday per month from 10 AM–1 PM, and periodic virtual sessions. There will also be occasional recreational activities and field trips. Permission forms will be provided.
Deadline:
Completed applications must be submitted no later than September 24, 2025
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Pure Legacee
Type:
Training and Education • Volunteer and Community Service
Resource for:
Adults 18-24 • Women • Young Adults
Keywords:
Friendship • Leadership • Mentoring • Networking
PureLegacee is accepting applications for its 16-week Mentor Training Program, beginning October 14, 2025. This free program is open to young women ages 17–24. Participants receive mentorship training, trauma-informed coaching, life skills workshops, educational outings, and networking opportunities. Graduates are matched with mentees through Operation Crown Adjusters, PureLegacee’s Big Sister, Little Sister program, creating a cycle of empowerment for young women in Brooklyn. Program participants are given a stipend.
Deadline:
Sessions start in October. Sign up now!
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Urban Design Forum
Type:
Requests for Proposals
Keywords:
Arts and Culture • Community Development • Public Space
The Local Center is seeking mission-driven lighting design teams to support community organizations, including Church Flatbush Community Alliance (CFCA), in transforming their commercial corridors through creative lighting and public realm projects. In Flatbush, CFCA will activate the intersection of Church Avenue and East 18th Street with creative lighting and programming to improve safety and increase foot traffic around a major transportation hub. Other projects are located in Bed-Stuy (BK) and Tomkinsville (SI). These projects offer design teams the opportunity to contribute to meaningful neighborhood work, collaborate with community leaders, and receive a service fee.
Deadline:
Responses are due by August 15, 2025
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Workforce 1
Type:
Jobs and Internships • Training and Education
Resource for:
Adults 18+ • Justice-involved individuals
Keywords:
Career Counseling • Job Readiness • Job Search • Job Training
Brooklyn Workforce1 Employment Works supports individuals who have engaged with the criminal justice system by providing tailored services at both our Bronx and Brooklyn Workforce1 Career Centers. Services include job/interview coaching, career exploration, résumé review, referrals for professional attire and benefits, direct referrals to job interviews, resources to seal conviction records, post-placement follow-up to promote retention and growth, career advisement, preparation workshops, and more. These services help candidates succeed beyond barriers to work that are common for individuals with a criminal justice history.
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Address:
9 Bond St, 5th Floor, Brooklyn NY 11201
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Brooklyn Borough President's Office
Type:
Training and Education • Volunteer and Community Service
Resource for:
High School Students • Teenagers
Keywords:
Civics and Citizenship • Leadership • Public Service • Youth
High school students passionate about Brooklyn can apply to join the Brooklyn Borough President’s Youth Advisory Council. Selected participants will meet twice a month, virtually and/or in person, with peers, city leaders, and staff to discuss youth issues, propose policy and program recommendations, and lead a service-learning project. Open to rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors enrolled in NYC public high schools for the 2025-2026 school year. Applicants must provide one adult reference.
Deadline:
July 3, 2025
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Brooklyn Borough President's Office
Type:
Grant Programs • Other
Keywords:
Arts and Culture • Creative Projects • Fashion • Mentoring • Small Business
Five emerging Brooklyn-based fashion designers will be selected to present five complete looks at a full-service fashion show at Brooklyn Borough Hall this fall. Each selected designer will receive a $5,000 grant and mentorship opportunities with Colm Dillane of KidSuper. Applicants must be Brooklyn residents age 18 or older.
Deadline:
July 6, 2025, at 11:59 PM
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COJO Flatbush
Type:
Training and Education
Keywords:
Adult Education • Career Counseling • College Prep • Education • GED / High School • Job Readiness
Adults 18 and older can earn their high school diploma through free GED classes at COJO Flatbush. The program offers flexible scheduling with morning, evening, and Sunday classes; small class sizes; and supportive instructors. A Regents credit transfer option is available for those who qualify. All learning materials, including books and practice tests, are provided at no cost. Participants will also receive guidance on workforce and college readiness, job preparation, and college applications. Whether you're aiming for a better job or fulfilling a personal goal, this program helps adult learners succeed in a welcoming environment. A pre-assessment is required prior to enrollment.
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Phone:
718-377-2900 ext: 350
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Provided by:
20th Senate District,State Senator Zellnor Myrie
Type:
Directory
Resource for:
Seniors
Keywords:
Aging • Caregiving • Healthcare • Housing • Legal Assistance • LGBTQ+ • Public Assistance • Recreation • Transportation • Veterans • Volunteer and Community Service
Download this comprehensive directory of resources for older adults, compiled by State Senator Zellnor Myrie's Office. The guide includes information on advocacy and action groups, aging in place, caregiver support, community boards, consumer protection, continuing education, crime victim assistance, cultural and recreational opportunities, elder abuse prevention, emergency preparedness, employment and unemployment services, government benefits, health care, housing, legal resources, LGBTQ+ services, long-term care, pet care, police community councils, senior centers, transportation, veterans' benefits, volunteer opportunities, and more.
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