40k community members served to date |
3k lbs of trash removed from |
10k lbs of local organic produce distributed to residents annually |
Our community programs increase civic engagement and strengthen community connections
Over 95 percent 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.
EventsRockaway Honeyworks & NYC Honey Fest
Rockaway Honeyworks, a RISE initiative, will table at the 15th Annual NYC Honey Fest. Student interns from Shore Corps helped to do hive inspections and harvest honey, which will be on sale in eight-ounce, four-ounce, and... |
What's NewWine Tasting with Eric Asimov
Save the date! Saturday, October 19, 2024, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Spend an evening with the chief wine critic of The New York Times. The special event at the brand-new Arverne East Welcome Center, 190 Beach 44th Street, will be to... |
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