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Fall 2025 Mentor Training Program for Young Women

Provided by:
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!

More info at:

Website:
purelegacee.org/mtp
 
Email: madison@purelegacee.orgtraceypurelegacee.org  
Additional Link:
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Free Culinary Fundamentals Training Program in Brooklyn

Provided by:
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.

More info at:

Website:
hotbreadkitchen.org/career-programs
 
Email: outreach@hotbreadkitchen.org  
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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.

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Call for Design and Lighting Teams 2025

Provided by:
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

More info at:

Website:
urbandesignforum.org/initiative/the-local-center/call-for-design-and-lighting-teams-2025
 
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Employment Works for Justice-Involved Jobseekers

Provided by:
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.

More info at:

Website:
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Address: 9 Bond St, 5th Floor, Brooklyn NY 11201  
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Open Call for Brooklyn Fashion Designers

Provided by:
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

More info at:

Website:
brooklynbp.nyc.gov/bkdesigners
 
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Free GED Classes for Adults

Provided by:
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.

More info at:

Website:
Register
 
Email: adulteducation@Jewishcouncil.org  
Phone: 718-377-2900 ext: 350  
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Brooklyn Youth Advisory Council – 2025–2026 School Year

Provided by:
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

More info at:

Website:
bit.ly/YAC25-26
 
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HERricane NYC Program for Young Women in Emergency Management

Provided by:
NYC Emergency Management (NYCEM)
Type:
Training and Education  •  Volunteer and Community Service
Resource for:
Young Adults  •  Youth
Keywords:
Career Counseling  •  Civics and Citizenship  •  Emergency Preparedness  •  Leadership  •  Mentoring
NYC OEM invites high school students to apply this free summer program for women and non-binary youth ages 16–22 who are interested in emergency management and leadership. Held July 14–18, 2025, at NYCEM’s Brooklyn headquarters, the program features workshops, simulations, field trips, and mentorship. Selected participants may also join monthly “aftermath” sessions after the main program. HERricane NYC is inclusive of cisgender and transgender women and non-binary people. There is no cost to participate. Applicants must submit the required forms by June 20 and will be notified within two weeks of the deadline. Download the application for full details.
Deadline: All entries must be submitted to HERricane@oem.nyc.gov with the subject line "HERricane

More info at:

Website:
www.nyc.gov/site/em/about/herricane-nyc-program.page
 
Email: HERricane@oem.nyc.gov  
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NYC DOB - For its 20th year, small home/business owners can call 311 to schedule a free inspection and get expert analysis on parts of their building. Members of the public can call 311 to request a free, no-penalty inspection for the following building structures/equipment: decks/patios, retaining walls, facades for buildings under 6 stories, business signs, unregistered boilers, unregistered private elevator devices. Check out the press release to learn more

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No-Penalty Building Inspections

Provided by:
Department of Buildings (DOB)
Type:
Homeowner Assistance  •  Housing Assistance  •  Other
Resource for:
Homeowners
Keywords:
Home Maintenance  •  Homeownership  •  Housing  •  Public Assistance  •  Safety  •  Small Business
From May 19 through June 30, 2025, New Yorkers can call 311 to request a free, no-penalty inspection from the NYC Department of Buildings. This program is open to small homeowners and business owners seeking expert analysis of building features and equipment such as decks, patios, retaining walls, facades in buildings under six stories, business signs, unregistered boilers, and unregistered private elevator devices. During the inspection, agency inspectors will identify any safety concerns or Code issues and offer guidance for making necessary repairs without issuing penalties. This project was launched in 2005 and aims to help property owners maintain safe buildings while avoiding fines.
Deadline: June 30, 2025

More info at:

Website:
Read the press release
 
Phone: 311  
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Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke Congressional App Challenge Middle and high school students Guidelines: teams of 1-4 students, create ANY type of app, using ANY coding language, for ANY platform (mobile, web, etc.) Winners will be invited to present their work at the US Capitol #HouseofCode celebration Submissions due October 30, 2025 For more information visit: https://www.congressionalappchallenge.us Register Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke's Office: 222 Lenox Road, Brooklyn NY 11226 - 718-287-1142 - clarke.house.gov

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Congressional App Challenge

Provided by:
U.S. Congressional District 9
Type:
Other  •  Training and Education
Resource for:
Youth
Keywords:
Competition  •  Education  •  Tech & STEM
Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke invites middle and high school students to participate in the Congressional App Challenge. Students can work individually or in teams of up to four to create an original app using any coding language and for any platform (mobile, web, or other). Winners will be invited to present their work at the #HouseofCode celebration at the U.S. Capitol.
Deadline: Submissions due October 30, 2025

More info at:

Website:
congressionalappchallenge.us
 
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