What's in Your Borough? Watch New Episodes about The People's Money Projects on our YouTube Channel!
Have you seen our "What's in Your Borough?" series yet? The People's Money made community-driven projects possible.
These stories show how everyday New Yorkers are improving their neighborhoods with everything from language and employment support to helping the elderly and disabled with errands.
Each episode gives you a behind-the-scenes look at last year's winning projects. Hear how these ideas became reality and what kind of impact they're making for communities across the city!
All episodes are now available on our YouTube channel @nyccec - go check them out and get inspired!
The People's Money Partner Spotlight: Empowering Women through Self-Defense
In August, Malikah, an anti-violence training and mutual aid base-building organization, delivered a series of self-defense workshops for women in Washington Heights and Inwood, working in collaboration with four local organizations: Council Member Carmen De La Rosa's Office, the Dominican Women's Development Center, the Dyckman Run Club, and the Uptown Girls Soccer Club.
Made possible through The People's Money, these community-centered workshops offered vital safety tools to women of all ages, including immigrants, older adults, and youth. Participants gained practical skills in both verbal and physical deescalation techniques, as well as broader knowledge around personal safety. The sessions helped build confidence and left many feeling more empowered to protect themselves and their communities.
You can learn more about Malikah and their work in episode 6 of our What's in Your Borough video series @nyccec!
Funding Opportunity: CEC is Looking for Partners to Conduct In-Language Info Sessions!We are looking for partners to help educate Limited English Proficient (LEP) voters in languages and geographies covered by the Voter language Assistance Program (VLA) on the voting process, voter rights, and CEC's voter interpretation services. This funding opportunity is open to 501(c)(3) organizations (CBOs) and public institutions.
Selected organizations will be awarded $1,500 per in-language info session. Each organization can apply for a maximum of two info sessions for two different language communities. CEC reserves the right to select one applicant for each target language community.
Minimum requirements:
- Operate and deliver services in one of the poll site geographies listed below.
- Be a 501c3 organization or public institution.
- Have bilingual staff that speak the target language and can deliver a presentation in the target language.
- Have access to a venue that can accommodate roughly 40 people.
- Have access to an existing audience for the targeted language community (e.g. older adult center, food pantry, community center).
Applications will be accepted through September 18, 2025, 11:59 PM
Learn more and apply at on.nyc.gov/vlarfi
RFIs are Closed: Reviewing Submissions!
The application period for our recent Request for Information (RFIs) — for The People's Money: Idea Generation Partners and TRIE Neighborhood Administrators — has officially closed. In addition, the RFIs for The People's Money: Project Implementation Partners and The People's DxC (Designed by Community) are also now closed. Thank you to all the organizations that submitted applications! We are happy to report that we received 92 applications for Implementation, 38 for TRIE, and 29 for Idea Generation. We're now reviewing the applications and are excited to move forward with groups that are passionate about strengthening democracy and building community power!
The People's Money: Idea Generation Phase is Coming Up!
The fourth year of The People's Money is kicking off soon! It starts with Idea Generation, where New Yorkers age 11 and up submit ideas for projects their communities need. Starting October 15, you'll be able to submit your ideas online at participate.nyc.gov or by attending an in-person Idea Generation Workshop!
Follow us on social media @nyccec and keep checking online at participate.nyc.gov for more updates and workshop details. Don't miss your chance to shape the future of your neighborhood!
Back to School Festival: Brooklyn Celebrates the New School Year!
In late August, families came together at P.S.105 in Brooklyn to celebrate the start of a new school year at the Back to School Festival. Elementary and middle school students received free backpacks, notebooks, and other essential supplies to help them start the year off. Over 3,000 backpacks were distributed, ensuring that students had the tools they needed for a successful school year!
It was a true celebration of community and education with music, games, prizes, food, and interactive activities! The festival helped to ensure that students entered the new school year feeling supported and equipped.
Huge thanks to all the partners, volunteers, and families who helped make this event a fun and meaningful success!
Apply for NYC Civic Corps 2025–2026!
NYC Service's Civic Corps is a 10-month, full-time service program placing members at City agencies and local nonprofits to manage volunteers, develop programs, and engage communities. Members receive hands-on experience, professional development, career coaching, and 1-on-1 support — all while making a real impact in NYC.
Whether you're a recent grad or seeking to launch your career in the public or nonprofit sector, this is your chance to build skills, grow your network, and serve your city.
Members receive:
- A $24,500 living stipend
- Healthcare coverage
- Unlimited MetroCard
- 150+ hours of professional development
- A $5,176 education award upon completion
The application deadline is September 28. Learn more and apply at nyc.gov/servenyc!
Questions? Contact servicerecruitment@cityhall.nyc.gov
National Latinx Heritage Month Spotlight: Dr. Helen Arteaga Landaverde
In honor of National Latinx Heritage Month, we're highlighting Dr. Helen Arteaga Landaverde, the CEO of NYC Health + Hospitals/ Elmhurst.
Dr. Arteaga Landaverde is a Latina leader whose work in public health, health equity, and community empowerment has transformed care for thousands of vulnerable individuals across the city. As the first Latina and first woman of color to lead Elmhurst Hospital, she has been at the forefront of healthcare leadership.
Some of her accomplishments include: founding the Plaza del Sol Family Health Center in honor of her late father; expanding access to culturally competent, bilingual healthcare; earning national recognition for health equity; and leading Elmhurst to become the first hospital in New York State to achieve the Health Equity Gold Standard designation.
Dr. Arteaga Landaverde has been recognized by Crain's New York Business as one of New York's Notable Hispanic Leaders and Executives and has received numerous awards for her leadership in public service and healthcare innovation.
Her dedication to culturally inclusive care and community-centered leadership makes her a truly deserving spotlight this Latinx Heritage Month.
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