The Difference We Make
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40k community members served to date |
3k lbs of trash removed from |
10k lbs of local organic produce distributed to residents annually |
Community Programs
Our community programs increase civic engagement and strengthen community connections
Success Stories
Over 95% of the young people who take part in our programs are going on to further their education in college or trade schools and are focused on careers in STEM related fields. Meet the leaders who are stepping up and making a difference in their community.
Meet Daniel, former staff member
Events
Virtual Living Classroom: Birding Basics (Elementary School)
This FREE virtual workshop is for Elementary schoolchildren and their families to discover the many different local bird species that live by the beach and bay in Rockaway as well as in urban cities like NYC. Together we will learn to... |
What's New
Covid-19 Community Resources
Like many of you, we are working to help stop the spread of the virus by working from home, cancelling in-person programs and shifting all youth and community programs to an online platform. Please check out our updated list of vital... |
How You Can Help
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