Serving the Community of Flatbush, Midwood & Parts of Kensington
Resources and Opportunities
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!
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Senior Resource Guide
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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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
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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.
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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.
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Support Services through CABS Social Care Network
Provided by:
CABS Health Network
Type:
Food Assistance • Health Services • Housing Assistance
Resource for:
Low income Individuals and Families
Keywords:
Caregiving • Food • Housing • Transportation
If you have active Medicaid, you may be eligible for a range of support services through the Social Care Network. This initiative connects Medicaid recipients with essential non-clinical resources including housing support, nutrition assistance, enhanced care management, and transportation services. The program is offered by CABS Health Network, a nonprofit organization with over 45 years of experience providing home care, care management, and community-based services across New York.
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Neighborhood Tech Help
Provided by:
Brooklyn Public Library
Type:
Tech Assistance
Resource for:
Everyone / Anyone in Need
Need support with tech challenges? Neighborhood Tech Help offers free one-on-one tech support at locations near you. Digital Navigators are available to help with a wide range of issues including avoiding scams, recovering passwords, accessing low-cost internet, using communication tools, finding reliable health information, and navigating online services. Support may be available in multiple languages. Call the hotline (10 AM–5 PM, Mon/Wed/Fri, except holidays) or email for help, or bring your device to a participating location for in-person support.
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A Guide to Abortion Care
Provided by:
20th Senate District,State Senator Zellnor Myrie
Type:
Directory
Resource for:
Everyone / Anyone in Need
Keywords:
Healthcare • Legal Assistance • Reproductive Health • Safety • Women's Health
Download this guide, provided by State Senator Zellnor Myrie, as a resource for individuals seeking abortion care and contraception in New York City. It is designed to ensure that New […]
Is your child a struggling reader? Join LAC virtual office hours to meet the founders and new principal of Central Brooklyn Literacy Academy. The school’s mission is to break the cycle of illiteracy for students with dyslexia, language-based learning disabilities, and others who face reading challenges. Learn how their literacy-focused public school will support students in becoming stronger readers.
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NYC Parks Workforce Development: Earn and Learn
Provided by:
Department of Parks & Recreation (DPR)
Type:
Jobs and Internships • Training and Education
Resource for:
Jobseekers
Keywords:
Job Training • Outdoors
This program helps jobseekers build skills while working to keep New York City’s parks and playgrounds clean and green. Through the Parks Opportunity Program, participants take on a six-month maintenance role with NYC Parks, earning $18.54 per hour. The program also offers paid career coaching, resume development, and the chance to earn valuable credentials such as a high school equivalency diploma, driver’s license, CDL, security certifications, and horticulture training. A $101.25 background check fee applies to candidates not currently employed by the City. NYC Parks is an equal opportunity employer.
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Octavia Summer Institute
Provided by:
Octavia Project
Type:
Summer Programs • Training and Education • Youth Services
Resource for:
Teenagers
Keywords:
Arts and Culture • Education • English and Creative Writing • Gender Equity • Outdoors • Summer Programs • Tech & STEM
A free summer program for young women and trans and nonbinary youth ages 14–19. The Institute offers hands-on workshops in artmaking, creative writing, computer programming, scientific exploration, and more. Participants also go on field trips and receive daily lunch, snacks, and a MetroCard.
Deadline:
Priority deadline: March 15, 2025. Rolling deadline: May 15, 2025
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Congresswoman Clarke's and Assemblymember Eichenstein's Constituent Assistance
Provided by:
9th Congressional District
Type:
Legal Resources and Immigration • Other
Resource for:
Everyone / Anyone in Need
Keywords:
Federal Government • Housing • Immigration • Public Assistance • Taxes
Every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month. Make an appointment for assistance with issues like: Housing (Section 8) - Immigration -IRS - Passports - Post Office - Veterans - Visas
More info at:
Phone:
718-853-9616 for info and appointments
Address:
District Office - 1310 48th Street, Brooklyn 11219
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Congresswoman Clarke's New Satellite Office in Midwood
Provided by:
9th Congressional District
Resource for:
Everyone / Anyone in Need
Keywords:
Federal Government • Housing • Immigration • Public Assistance • Taxes
Every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month. Make an appointment for assistance with issues like: Housing (Section 8) - Immigration -IRS - Passports - Post Office - Veterans - Visas
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Free Family and Youth Peer Support
Provided by:
Christopher Rose Community Empowerment Campaign
Type:
Counseling • Food Assistance • Health Services • Legal Resources and Immigration • Training and Education
Resource for:
Adults 18-24 • Infants/Children • Teenagers • Young Adults
Keywords:
Mental Health • Substance Dependence
The Family Youth and Peer Support (FYPS) Program is a free resource for Brooklyn youth and families facing social, emotional, developmental, substance use, or behavioral challenges. Operated by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, FYPS offers peer-led support to youth ages 8–24 and their caregivers, with no insurance required. Services focus on empowerment, connection to care, and overcoming barriers. Youth involved with mental health services, ACS, housing or immigration systems, juvenile justice, DOE, or OPWDD may qualify. Those facing physical, economic, or social challenges are also encouraged to connect.
Address:
1404 Brooklyn Avenue and 772 Vermont Street
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Free Help with TPS and Work Authorization Applications
Provided by:
Mayor's Office of Immigrant Affairs
Provided by:
CUNY
Type:
Legal Resources and Immigration
Resource for:
Immigrants / Refugees / Asylum Seekers
Keywords:
Immigration
Schedule a free and confidential in-person appointment in Manhattan for assistance to apply for: Temporary Protected Status (TPS) • Employment Authorization Document (EAD). This service is available to new migrants who arrived on or after July 1, 2022, and reside in New York City. To make an appointment: call 646-375-9500 (available in English, Spanish, French, Haitian Creole) or fill out the form linked below.
Phone:
646-375-9500 (English - Spanish - French - Haitian Creole)
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Apply to the New York Public Radio Advisory Board
Provided by:
New York Public Radio
Type:
Other
Resource for:
Everyone / Anyone in Need
Keywords:
Arts and Culture
The New York Public Radio Community Advisory Board (CAB) is accepting applications for new members. The CAB plays a key role in connecting NYPR to communities across the listening area, shaping the station’s strategic direction, and ensuring that WNYC, WQXR, Gothamist, New Jersey Public Radio, WNYC Studios, and the Jerome L. Greene Performance Space meet the coverage, content, and cultural needs of its audience. CAB members represent diverse backgrounds, beliefs, professions, and age groups, all committed to growing and strengthening public radio in New York. The CAB is looking for listeners to join this important conversation.