When Aparna Yenamandra talks about her work, she starts with gratitude. “My parents ingrained in me that they moved to a country with opportunity—and you owe that back. To whom much is given, much is expected.” That philosophy has guided her...
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Grantee Stories In New York City, the bicycle has always been more than just a way to get from point A to point B. For decades, it has been a tool of resistance, community, and joy. No organization embodies this spirit more than Time’s Up NYC. Founded in the late 1980s, this volunteer-led group has spent more […]
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For decades, the residents of Southeast Queens have lived with water in their basements and uncertainty on their doorsteps. Chronic flooding—driven by a persistently high groundwater table—has plagued neighborhoods like Springfield Gardens, Laurelton, Rosedale, and South Jamaica. In some homes, water pumps run constantly just to keep the floor dry. And while citywide...
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CitizensNYC, Partners Launch “Neighbors Feeding Neighbors” Crowdfunding Campaign to Support Local Food Leaders New York, NY — In response to rising rates of food insecurity and the looming impact of federal SNAP cuts, Citizens Committee for New York City (CitizensNYC) is launching a special fundraising campaign: Neighbors Feeding Neighbors. The effort will raise...
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In every borough in New York, you’ll find CitizensNYC’s partners transforming their blocks. We start small—microgrants of $5,000 or less—but the outcomes ripple far beyond the budget line. Our role is simple: fund the first step, and stay in the corner of the people who take it. Today, we’re proud to announce that CitizensNYC is […]
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Grantee Stories In Staten Island, a quiet revolution is buzzing. André Ware, the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Bee University NYC (Bee-U), launched the organization in 2021 with a simple but powerful belief: that environmental stewardship should be accessible, hands-on, and rooted in the experiences of those most impacted by injustice. A former participant in experiential...
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This year marks CitizensNYC’s 50th anniversary—a milestone that honors five decades of grassroots problem-solving powered by New Yorkers who know their neighborhoods best. Since our founding, we’ve helped tens of thousands of everyday leaders bring their ideas to life with small grants and hands-on support. Whether it’s turning vacant lots into community gardens or...
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We’re proud to have hosted Quincy Johnston, a fellow through the CORO Fellowship program, over the past several months. Quincy’s invaluable work on our communications and operations teams has helped set us on a path for an improved digital presence this new year. Her insights and dedication are a true testament to the power of collaboration—and we couldn’t be happier to...
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Citizens Committee for New York City (CitizensNYC), a micro-funding organization dedicated to empowering everyday New Yorkers to strengthen their neighborhoods, proudly announces the success of its “All In For New York City Fall Cocktail” event. This year’s celebration united the financial restructuring community to raise over $630,000, providing crucial resources to...
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This summer, CitizensNYC launched an exciting new program, the Collaborative Impact Grant, open exclusively to our 2023 grantee partners. This pilot program provides one $10,000 grant per borough to groups of three grantees, enabling them to develop and implement group projects that foster community building, enhance local leadership, and strengthen partnerships. These...
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CitizensNYC's signature fall fundraising event, the All In for NYC Cocktail Reception, will shine a light on two exceptional individuals whose dedication to New York City runs deep: Jeffrey D. Saferstein and Brian J. Fox. As we celebrate their professional leadership and accomplishments, we also recognize their unwavering commitment to fostering vibrant communities...
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