The B.R.O. Experience Is Creating a Space Where Young Men Can Redefine What’s Possible
For many young Black and Brown men, finding a place where they can talk openly about their emotions and make mistakes without feeling judged can be difficult. The B.R.O. Experience […]
How Principal Kayode Ayetiwa Created A Learning Oasis In Queens, At H.A.R.T. High School
When Principal Kayode Ayetiwa arrived at Health, Arts, Robotics, and Technology (H.A.R.T.) High School, then under its previous name of “Humanities & Arts Magnet High School,” the institution was struggling. […]
October Grants to Support Your Business in 2027
If you’re looking to boost your business in the coming year, here’s a collection of grants to support small businesses, non-profits, and creative projects. ABNY Foundation Grant The Association for […]
Araceli Flores Becomes Youngest Parle Endeavors Teen Poetry Slam Winner | Meet The Talented Storyteller
Araceli Flores, 15, is more than just a talented young writer. She is the winner of the 4th annual Parle Endeavors Battle of the Boroughs Teen Poetry Slam series. The […]
Prince Classic, ‘Purple Rain’ Coming to Broadway As A Musical
Legendary artist Prince is getting a major stage production based on his iconic 1984 Academy Award winning film and Grammy-winning album Purple Rain. It is officially making the way to […]
6 September Grants for New York City Organizations
As the 4th quarter approaches, everyone is looking for money to start next year off strong. Here are 6 September grants for your New York organization that will help you […]
Parle Endeavors 4th Annual Teen Poetry Slam Highlights Storytelling & Powerful Youth Voice
Each summer, for the last four years, New York City’s next generation of storytellers compete in a series of poetry slams in hopes of making the most out of their […]
The Story of Hammel Houses & How a Beach Resort Became the City’s Public Housing Dumping Ground
Hammel Houses sits a couple blocks from the ocean in the Rockaways on land that used to be a summer resort with hotels and a steamboat dock. How it went […]
Get Your MONEY, NYC! 5 August Grants for New York Orgs
As summer draws to a close, finding funding is on a lot of peoples’ minds. Here are some opportunities for the month of August that you might want to keep […]
New York City Council’s 2027 Budget Investments for Black and Brown Communities
Ahead of 2027, New York City finalized its Fiscal Year 2027 budget on June 30th. Between the mayor and City Hall, billions of dollars were approved to be spent in […]
NYCHA HOUSING SPOTLIGHTS
Gowanus Houses Stands Amid Change, Struggle, and Gentrification
Gowanus Houses, located in Brooklyn’s Boerum Hill, are surrounded by Bond Street, Hoyt Street, Douglass Street, and Baltic Street. The NYCHA complex opened its operations in 1949 having 16 six-to-fourteen-story […]
Tilden Houses: From Public Housing to Cultural Legacy in East Flatbush
Tilden Houses is a NYCHA development located in Brooklyn’s East Flatbush neighborhood, bounded by Dumont Avenue, Livonia Avenue, and Mother Gaston Boulevard. Opened in 1961, the complex consists of eight […]
Wyckoff Gardens Houses: Public Housing at the Center of Boerum Hill’s Gentrification
Wyckoff Gardens is a NYCHA development located in Brooklyn’s Boerum Hill neighborhood, bounded by Third Avenue, Nevins Street, and Wyckoff Street. Built in 1966, the complex consists of a row […]
Gravesend Houses: Defining History from New Netherland to Present
The Gravesend Houses are located in the Gravesend neighborhood in the Bronx. These houses are bordered by West 33rd Street, Neptune Avenue, and Bayview Avenue. Built in 1954, the number […]
The Enduring Spirit of Brownsville Houses in Brooklyn, Beyond Mike Tyson
Brownsville Houses are located in Brownsville, Brooklyn, and are surrounded by Livonia Avenue, Rockaway Avenue, and Mother Gaston Boulevard. The houses were built in 1948 and consist of 27 buildings […]
From Resilience to Renaissance: The Legacy and Revitalization of Mitchel Houses in the Bronx
The Mitchel Housing Projects are located in the Mott Haven neighborhood in the Bronx. The full address of the Mitchel Houses is 300 East 138th Street, Bronx, NY 10454. These […]
Meet Girl Codee, Brooklyn Bred’s Equally Talented Duo of Shaabiggaa & Hiii Siddity Are The Sound New York Needs
Here’s Your Chance To Meet Girl Codee ShaaBiggaa and Hiii Siddity met in high school at Brooklyn School for Music and Theater almost 10 years ago and have been best […]
Bay View Houses: The Surprising Legacy of Brooklyn’s ‘Country Club’ of Projects
Built in 1956, the Bay View Houses consists of 23 buildings housing approximately 3,400 residents. The 24-acre compound is located in the Canarsie neighborhood of Brooklyn, bordered by Seaview Avenue, […]
7 Things To Look Forward To At The Uptown Night Market
The legendary Harlem neighborhood is known for many things, from the Apollo Theater to its rich Black history. However, did you know that it has also been home to the […]
Dame Dash Announces Youth Film Competition, Open To New York Teens
Entrepreneur and c0-founder of Roc-a-Fella Records, Dame Dash recently announced a youth film competition while at an event at the Denzel Washington School of the Arts (DWSA) in Mount Vernon, […]
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Restorative Yoga, Sound & Meditation Session
1406 Fulton St room 203 1406 Fulton Street, Brooklyn, NY, United StatesLuisanna, the proprietor of Peace of Art, will lead an evening of rest, rejuvenation, and grounding to help you relax and replenish your vitality. Come to our BK Space with Black Girls Smile for an evening of rest, rejuvenation, and grounding that will help you relax and replenish your energy. When: September 1st, Tuesday, September […]
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NYC Kindergartners Are Receiving a $1,000 Scholarship through NYC Kids RISE
New York City families with children entering kindergarten in public schools this fall have officially started saving for their kids’ college education, and without having to lift a finger. Through […]
[INTERVIEW] BKLYN Prom Project Chapter Directors, Dawn Simon & Dr. Shaniqua Schloss, Give High School Seniors A Night To Remember
Over the years, prom has become an eye-catching spectacle online, with people paying hundreds and thousands of dollars for outfits, transportation, and accessories. That’s where the BKLYN Prom Project comes […]
World Cup Finals In New York – Everything You Need To Know To Prepare For The Big Game
The World Cup came to North America this year, bringing some much needed cross-cultural celebration to the melting pot of the world. And of course, we saw lots of this […]
Why Brooklyn Families Have Trusted Cortelyou Early Childhood Center & Academy Since 1983
Inside the Black-owned, family-run school that has served generations of children with care, structure, and strong academic foundations. In Brooklyn, people can spot the difference between a business and a […]
[INTERVIEW] Beranda Felder is On A Mission to Advocate for Mental Health in Black Communities
For years, the conversations surrounding mental health in the Black community have been limited. It’s a gap that the younger generation is doing their best to close, by learning, practicing […]
How The Pandemic Led An MTA Bus Operator To Launch Angie’s Delightful Bites
Angie’s Delightful Bites launched in the fall of 2020 when the world was still in the middle of the pandemic that rocked all of us. At the time, Angie was […]
Mayor Adams Offers Second Chance to City Employees Terminated Over COVID Vaccine Mandate
New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced a new policy offering a second opportunity for approximately 2,900 former city employees, who were terminated for failing to comply with the […]
[INTERVIEW] Italy Lee, Rising Star On The Spoken Word Scene, Talks Winning Parle Teen Poetry Slam, & More
Italy Ja’rae Lee, 19, is a proud student at New York University, in her second year. She’s majoring in acting and during the week she’s focused on her studies and […]
Tonya Lewis Taylor – Founder of I WILL GRADUATE Day – Opens Up About Mission To Inspire Young Adults
In a couple of days, the 18th annual “I WILL GRADUATE Day” event will take place at Kings Theatre in Brooklyn, New York. The yearly event is meant to bring […]
About Parle Endeavors, Inc.
The Parle family of companies has expanded. In 2022, our founder launched Parle Endeavors, Inc. A brief synopsis about Parle Endeavors, Inc. Parle Endeavors, Inc. is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization. […]
