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02/25/2026

Looking for a fun way to do some good for the city?

Join the BRC Leadership Council on Sunday, March 8, for a trivia afternoon that benefits the Tillary Women’s Residence, a 200-bed women’s shelter in Brooklyn.

Come ready to compete and to make a difference!

Get more details here: https://partiful.com/e/mD4alXxfgR3tyJ5aVAmh

02/24/2026

This Black History Month, in Part 2 of our four-part series on the layered history of the Inwood Site, we look back at one of the key moments in the journey, where the way forward was still unfolding.

In case you missed Part 1, catch it here: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1APLTc84KM/

Watch Part 2 and join us on this series, for what comes next.

02/20/2026

On October 7th, 2025, Inwood Women’s Residence opened its doors to offer 116 beds of short-term housing and supportive services for women experiencing homelessness. The space will also be home to The Inwood Sacred Site (under construction) to honor the land’s history as a burial ground for enslaved Africans and as a Lenape ceremonial site.

In case you missed the story of the site's unique history by Anna Kodé, featured in The New York Times, read it here: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/09/21/nyregion/inwood-homeless-shelter.html?unlocked_article_code=1.HlA.G9mZ.zbcYQzWwjL11&smid=url-share

02/17/2026

This Black History Month, we are asking our staff to share what this month means to them. Today, we spotlight Berenice De La Rosa Reyes, Administrative Assistant at Wanda Patterson, who reflects on the significance of Black history, culture and community.

[BRC, NYC, New York City, Bowery Residents’ Committee, Black History Month]

02/04/2026

This Black History Month, we will share more stories and behind-the-scenes details on the Inwood Sacred Site, which will be housed in the Inwood Women’s Residence.

Follow along to know more about the journey from the discovery of the site to a public memorial (under construction) recognizing the land’s history as a burial ground for enslaved Africans and as a Lenape ceremonial site.

01/22/2026

Every client that enters BRC shelters receives toiletries or a toiletry kit to help make their first day feel a little easier. Some of our programs also include toiletry kits as bingo prizes for clients, to celebrate progress towards their personal goals.

Recently, the BRC Leadership Council headed over to volunteer at the Inwood Women’s Residence to pack kits. With their support, nearly 150 toiletry kits were packed, to ensure our clients receive the essentials they need.

If you would like to volunteer with us, click the link to register: https://www.brc.org/volunteer

01/07/2026

The New Year infuses us with a renewed sense of commitment and brings the opportunity to amplify the positive impact we can have on those around us.

So, this year, why not consider volunteering a little more? Even just two hours of your time can make a profound difference for the individuals and families we serve. Hear from our Director of Volunteer Services Rick Akin, who shares the best way to volunteer!

Here’s the link to register: https://www.brc.org/volunteer

01/01/2026

As we close out the holiday season and bid adieu to 2025, we step into 2026 with deep gratitude. It is because of your continued support, we are able to assist New Yorkers in need on their pathway from homeless to home.

Your generosity makes it possible for us to continue this work and help individuals and families find stability, dignity and a place to call home.

Thank you for supporting BRC. From all of us here, we wish you a healthy and happy New Year.

12/29/2025

Members of the BRC Leadership Council have a message for you. The Leadership Council is a group of young professionals who champion BRC’s work by raising funds, spreading awareness of our mission and volunteering at our programs.

Today, they are expressing their gratitude to every supporter and every single gift that allows BRC to continue providing programs and services for vulnerable New Yorkers in need.

Thank you for supporting BRC, thank you for your kindness and generosity.

12/24/2025

We wanted to take a moment to show you what your support helped BRC accomplish in FY2025 (July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025):

• 1,326 people who didn't have a home last year moved into housing, whether that was within a BRC program or elsewhere.

These are individuals who received support like case management, substance use treatment, job training and money management assistance to help them become more independent and take that final step towards home.

• BRC served 12,471 individuals, including those that stay in our shelters, live in our transitional housing facilities, or have made a home in our permanent supportive housing programs.

• On average, 3,441 people slept at a BRC program each night, and our capacity to do this grows every year.

In FY25, we opened the Robert C. Wood Apartments and the Wanda Patterson Women's Residence in Far Rockaway Queens. We also opened the Inwood Women's Residence in Upper Manhattan in September 2025.

But there's still more work to do, as the costs of housing, food, medication, and other essentials continue to rise in New York City and beyond.

If you want to help New Yorkers on their pathway to home, please consider making a donation, here: https://brc.donorsupport.co/page/FUNFZABDTCQ?mc_cid=a1177450a2&mc_eid=eab24eb920

12/22/2025

A heartfelt thank-you to the wonderful team at Turner Construction Company for hosting a toy drive to benefit BRC Bronx Family Housing. The Turner team spent the day thoughtfully wrapping each donated gift with love and care so that every child can receive something special. We are deeply grateful for their compassion, generosity and for ensuring that the children we serve experience the magic of Christmas.

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