Brooklyn Community Services

It’s almost time to Spring into Action! Spring into Action is BCS’ signature volunteer initiative that engages more than 1,500 volunteers each spring to give back to Brooklyn. From April 5th through April 16th, we’re offering both virtual and in-person opportunities in a variety of categories - Youth Development, Community Unity, Environment and Beautification, Civic Engagement and Social Justice, Wellness, and Job Readiness. Head to the Spring Into Action Link below to view the full calendar of volunteer opportunities for 2021! www.wearebcs.org/springintoaction #springintoaction #volunteer #brooklyn #wearebcs #virtual #service #engagement

How can you fight for racial equity in Brooklyn? How can you get involved in your local government? This year, we made sure to include these vital topics in our signature, two week volunteer initiative, Spring into Action! Because we know -- it’s our job to respond to the direct needs of Brooklynites in 2021. Swipe to see our volunteer events surrounding Civic Engagement and Social Justice. To learn more, visit the link in our bio. #sia2021 #volunteer #brooklyn #wearebcs

DESTIGMATIZEMENTAL HEALTH Join us starting April 5th, to volunteer in Brooklyn for Mental Health Awareness! Swipe to see our projects, and sign up for #SIA2021 at the link in our bio #volunteer #nyc #brooklyn #wearebcs #muralartsproject

Today for Women’s History Month, we’re spotlighting the amazing, Brooklyn born Shirley Chisholm! In 1968, Chisholm became the first black woman elected to the United States Congress, representing New York's 12th congressional district for seven terms. During her career, Chisholm led expansion of food and nutrition programs for the poor, expanded unemployment benefits to domestic workers in NYC, and worked to improve opportunities for inner-city residents. After retirement, sh...e was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Chisholm faced gender-bias and discrimination throughout her career, and even ran for president during her congressional term. She said, "The next time a woman of whatever color, or a dark-skinned person of whatever sex aspires to be president, the way should be a little smoother because I helped pave it." #womenshistorymonth #shirleychisholm #congress #blackhistory #brooklyn #congress #president #politics #wearebcs

Today we’re highlighting The BCS Transitional Living Community (TLC)! TLC supports homeless women who are suffering from severe mental illness and dealing with domestic violence, sexual assault, or trauma. Did you know...TLC staff and residents transformed a formerly derelict vacant lot into a flower and vegetable garden! The community garden has become our residents’ preferred setting for many of TLC’s group activities, that help them prepare for successful living outside the shelter. For TLC residents, tending the garden, or simply spending time there, is healthy and highly therapeutic. #homelesswomen #womensshelter #mentalhealth #rehabilitation #wearebcs #garden #spring #sia2021

It’s #NationalSocialWorkerMonth! Here at Brooklyn Community Services, Social Workers and Human Services Employees work tirelessly to ensure that Brooklyn’s families, children, and adults get vital support and guidance. We recognize the indispensable value of Social Workers and Human Services Employees, especially during the global pandemic that continues to affect Brooklyn and its most marginalized. Join us in this recognition! Your words will help raise awareness about the dedicated work of Human Service Employees and Social Workers. #wearebcs #nonprofit #humanserviceworker #brooklyn #thankyou

Addressing systemic racism in America requires urgent action, partnership and sustained engagement and together with Nike, we’re committing to all of them. Our Executive Director, Janelle Farris, spoke on panel with Nike employees in celebration of our partnership with Nike as part of Nike’s Black Community Commitment. On our partnership, Janelle said, This collaboration with Nike allows us to create lasting change in our community -- in youth development, in education, i...n homelessness, in workforce development, and in addressing the digital divide. Janelle spoke alongside Davon Russell, the President of Women’s Housing Corporation, and Alize Garcia, Nike’s Social Community Impact Manager. #digitaldivide #nikecommittment #blackcommunitycommitment #nonprofit #wearebcs #brooklyn #housing

Today, BCS was featured in the The New York Times as part of their Neediest Cases Fund! When Brooklyn shut down in March due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Farragut Food Club stepped in and helped our Farragut Cornerstone Program distribute food to over 1,500 struggling families. We’d love to send an extra special shoutout to Joyce Bryant and Virginia Moses, the volunteers who helped identify the people who needed assistance! To read more, click the link below! https://www.nytimes.com//where-covid-left-holes-volunteers #neediestcasesfund #nytimes #wearebcs #communityservice

It’s Early Voting Week! Avoid lines, crowds, and last minute voting by getting ahead of the game with your vote. You have TODAY, all the way until Sunday, November 1st to cast your early vote! We’ve made it easy -- find your polling site at voteearlyny.org . #earlyvoting #votebrooklyn

A huge thanks to @twilio for funding and providing a Virtual Magic show for our BCS youth programs. Tomorrow, BCS students will log on to @zoom for an hour-long magic show with Tech Magicians Doug McKenzie & Ryan Oakes. They will create interactive magic effects for virtual participation! Magicorp Productions was featured on CNN, and their virtual show was highlighted in Forbes, The Telegraph, and Quartz. We greatly appreciate the smiles you’re putting on our kids’ faces! #magicshow #bcsyouth #twilio #communityengagement #technology #wearebcs

Join us for our annual event, For the Love of Brooklyn, with our partners Repair the World THIS THURSDAY, 10/29 from 7:30 - 9:00 PM! This year we will be gathering virtually to mingle, celebrate Central Brooklyn culture, and learn about the amazing work going on in our community. We are looking forward to connecting with you, showcasing our work, and helping you find volunteer opportunities in our community. Can we count you in? Register and get the Zoom link by going to @brooklyn_repair and clicking the link in their bio. #fortheloveofbrooklyn #repairtheworld #wearebcs #volunteer #socialservice

I would like for my daughter, and the young people of today, to be able to look at this country as a clear representation of themselves. Craig Samuel, a Brooklyn resident and entrepreneur, speaks up about surviving COVID-19, running a restaurant in the pandemic, and the importance of voting. Early voting in Brooklyn begins TODAY! We support @emeraldmedia, @colorofchange, and @afropunk in this initiative to increase #blackvoterengagement! #earlyvoting... #yourvotematters #vote2020 #votenyc See more

How often do you take for granted your morning shower? For Brooklyn’s Homeless neighbors, finding the access to hygiene and resources is difficult. Our BCS Shower Bus will open its doors soon, and it’s providing a safe space for our homeless neighbors to take hot showers! We still need YOUR help to make sure our bus is ready to hit the road. You can double your impact if you donate now while our Board is matching all donations! https://app.mobilecause.com/f/2ztf/n?vid=c6n04 #righttoshower #showerbus #donate #wearebcs #brooklyn #endhomelessness

Take it to the streets, but also take it to that ballot box! Here’s Brooklyn-based comedian and digital producer, Laura Canty-Samuel, speaking on the importance of making your voice heard with your vote! Special shout out to Emerald Media, Color Of Change and AFROPUNK for this informative video series on Black Voter Engagement. Early voting starts TOMORROW, October 24th. Make your vote count! #earlyvoting... #blackvoterengagement #brooklynvoting #nycvote #vote2020 See more

#ICYMI: If you’re looking for a safe and enriching educational environment for your 2-5 year old, our Duffield Children’s Center is open for enrollment! With a nationally recognized Creative Curriculum model including reading, writing, and creative arts, Duffield’s teachers and volunteers create a positive, supportive environment where children feel accepted and ready to learn. If you’d like to learn more or take a tour, please call: 718-522-5296. #nyceducation... #brooklynparents #childhoodeducation See more

In the NYC Metro Area, Homelessness is at an all time high. We CAN step up for our homeless neighbors! The BCS Shower Bus will provide hot showers, basic hygiene needs, and counseling services on the go. Our Board of Directors are matching all donations, so double your impact and donate today! https://app.mobilecause.com/f/2ztf/n?vid=c6n04 #showerbus #wearebcs #brooklyn

Hey, Brooklyn! Prospect Plaza is holding a Virtual Affordable Housing Workshop this week! Join us on Zoom on Thursday, October 29th at 4 p.m to be guided through the process of applying for affordable housing and using the new housing connect. We’ll walk you through everything -- from understanding your own eligibility all the way through to signing your lease. Click the event link below to take advantage of this incredible resource! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/125188178211 #affordablehousing #wearebcs #prospectplaza #virtualworkshop #brooklyn

Shining the spotlight on this #brooklynlegend today: local Brooklynite, Alicia Degener! Alicia is a Bay Ridge resident who chose to spread joy during the COVID-19 pandemic - through ART on the windows of local businesses! Degener reminds us not only of Brooklyn’s potential, but of its resilience to stay strong even in the face of adversity. Thanks for investing in our community, Alicia!

October 15 is National Latinx AIDS Awareness Day, a day to help #StopHIVStigma and promote strategies and tools to address the disproportionate impact of #HIV on Latinx communities. BCS supports equal access to testing and resources for ALL. Find the facts! #NLAAD #StopHIVTogether bit.ly/3kuYMdV

Come on, Brooklyn! Let's get to 100% Data collection for the #2020census ends on October 16 at 6 a.m. http://my2020census.gov/ #makebrooklyncount #getcountednyc