For nearly a decade, Nicholas Bafia dreamed of opening a game store. He envisioned a place where people could come together, make friends, and share their love of games. That dream became a reality when Nicholas teamed up with his
It’s hard to move in NYC right now. The housing crisis has been severe with New York City’s vacancy rate dropping below 2% and low income people of color continuing to feel the disproportionate negative impacts. Eviction rates have also
We’re starting a new regular blog series called “Get to Know Brooklyn A” to give you the chance to learn more about our amazing staff! This month, we’re talking to Tiffany Femiano, the Program Director for Preserving Affordable Housing: Queens.
Dear friends, I am delighted to announce that Brooklyn Legal Services Corporation A will be expanding its Preserving Affordable Housing program into Queens starting this month. The Preserving Affordable Housing Queens Program will have its own dedicated housing staff and
The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) announced last week that it will be re-opening its Housing Choice Voucher waitlist for one week in June. First announced in Mayor Eric Adams’ State of the City address earlier this year, the
Brooklyn A is excited to announce that our Executive Director, Jessica Rose, has been elected Co-Vice President of the New York Legal Services Coalition Board of Directors and Co-Chair of its Legislative Steering Committee. Brooklyn A was a founding member
Every year, taxpayers work to have their taxes filed with the IRS and New York State Department of Taxation and Finance by the standard filing deadline (or by the extended deadline if they’ve filed for an extension). For this filing
Cannabis is here, weaving its roots into the fabric of entrepreneurship much like any other small business venture. With the recent legalization in New York, a wave of opportunity has surged, beckoning first-time business owners to explore the budding industry.
It’s been three years since the pandemic began and the impact of Covid-19 can still be felt in every sector and part of daily and New York’s small businesses have not been immune to inflation, gentrification, or decreased demand. According
As Domestic Violence Awareness Month concludes, Brooklyn A extends its appreciation to the courageous survivors and dedicated service providers across New York City who continually strive for justice throughout the year. This month also marks the one-year anniversary of Brooklyn
Brooklyn Legal Services Corporation A joins the New York Legal Services Coalition (NYLSC) in applauding Governor Kathy Hochul’s signing of legislation – S.5162 (Hoylman-Sigal) / A.5772 (Lavine). This bill ends the requirement for New Yorkers to notarize all sworn statements