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Earn $ while you train! Choose one of two tracks. Healthcare: - HHA - CNA/PCT - Hemodialysis. Industrial and infrastructure: - Construction - Building Maintenance - HVAC. Are you 18-24? Free training and certification, industry professional mentorship, includes paid internship. Requirements: High school diploma / HSE, out of work. Be prepared to stay at least 3 hours* at the info session. Those interested in moving forward will take a TABE test. Where: St. Nicks Alliance Workforce, 92 Throop Avenue, Brooklyn NY 11206 (J/M train to Flushing Avenue and B/46/47/57/15 buses to Flushing Avenue. Contact: 718-203-2057 ext. 450 or TrainandEarn@stnicksalliance.org TTY number: 800-662-1220. St. Nicks Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

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Train and Earn Industrial & Health Care Programs for Youth

Provided by:
St. Nicks Alliance
Type:
Jobs and Internships  •  Training and Education
Resource for:
Adults 18-24  •  Young Adults
Keywords:
Job Readiness  •  Job Training  •  Youth
Youth ages 18–24 with a high school diploma or GED can enroll in Train and Earn programs offering job training, certifications, internships, and employment support. In partnership with DYCD, programs include industrial and infrastructure training in construction, HVAC, and building maintenance, as well as health care pathways. Participants receive support to secure permanent jobs, complete high school equivalency if needed, and access postsecondary education and training. Weekly in-person information sessions are also available to learn about free training options across education, tech, building trades, financial services, and health care.

More info at:

Website:
stnicksalliance.org/workforce-development
 
Email: TrainandEarn@stnicksalliance.org  
Phone: 718-302-2057 ext. 450  
Download:
Info sessions
Address: 92 Throop Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11206  
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NYC Warming Centers A resource for all New Yorkers. Extreme cold is deadly. Every New Yorker deserves to be safe and warm. If you see New Yorkers vulnerable to cold, call 311 for immediate help. You can also direct them to a warming center (use the QR code above). When operating, buses or vans may be stationed near major hospitals and Drop-In Centers. Who are they for? For anyone seeking relief from the cold. How to spot them: When activated for extreme cold, warming centers operate all day on sites and on buses across all boroughs throughout the cold weather period. How to access help: When warming centers are open, simply board the bus at any listed location. Outreach staff can connect you to additional resources if needed. For the latest locations and hours contact 311 or visit: on.nyc.gov/warmingcenters

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Warming Centers and Warming Buses During Extreme Cold

Provided by:
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.

More info at:

Website:
on.nyc.gov/warmingcenters
 
Additional Link:
Additional resources at: on.nyc.gov/winterweather
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freetaxprep

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Free Tax Prep Assistance Map

Provided by:
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.

More info at:

Website:
a866-dcwpwb.nyc.gov/ftps_map/
 
Additional Link:
More info on NYC Free Tax Prep at nyc.gov/taxprep
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Free In-Person Business Counseling in Flatbush

Provided by:
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.

More info at:

Website:
nysbdc.ecenterdirect.com/signup?centerid=31
 
Email: sbdc@pace.edu  
Address: Service is provided at the Assemblymember's Office at 1312 Flatbush Avenue  
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Free Learning, Job Training, and Community Services

Provided by:
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.

More info at:

Email: FlatbushLZ@bklynlibrary.org  
Phone: 347-735-8698  
Address: Flatbush Library, 22 Linden Blvd, Brooklyn, NY 11226  
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Access to Long-Term Services Resources

Provided by:
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.

More info at:

Website:
nyconnects.ny.gov
 
Email: NYConnects@pssusa.org  
Phone: 718-671-6200  
Address: 1655 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn NY 11210  
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Food Help NYC

Provided by:
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.

More info at:

Website:
finder.nyc.gov/foodhelp
 
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NYC Food Pantries and Community Kitchens

Provided by:
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.

More info at:

Website:
Download the list of active programs as of 10/06/2025
 
Additional Link:
More info and updates on CFC at on.nyc.gov/3k0ywxj
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Emergency Snow Shoveler Positions – Winter 2025–2026

Provided by:
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.

More info at:

Website:
www.nyc.gov/site/dsny/careers/civilians/emergency-snow-shovelers.page
 
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Call for Brooklyn Artists – 2026 Brooklyn Pin Design

Provided by:
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

More info at:

Website:
www.brooklynbp.nyc.gov/2026pincomp/
 
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