Mission
Impact - Commendations Include:
Mission
Empower communities to be a catalyst for change & equal opportunity through sustainable programs that promote wellness, safety, & inclusion, in collaboration with residents, volunteers, civic leaders & business coalitions.
We rely on the support of an expanding network of socially conscious, compassionate leaders.
Vision
Impact - Commendations Include:
Mission
Provide individuals in marginalized communities with the resources to overcome obstacles & break the cycle of poverty, trauma, & inequality. Our vision of kindness & oneness aligns all identities and groups --- whether it be racial, ethnic, sexual orientation, or the like --- to end hate and separateness.
Impact - Commendations Include:
Impact - Commendations Include:
Impact - Commendations Include:
“Citation” for exemplary service stating: “Through this work you have established a strong and lasting legacy as an Advocate for constituents...greatly inspired the next generation...You are…worthy of the esteem of...community and the State for your dedicated and tireless service to our city, the state, and our nation"
Special thanks to our invaluable partners:
Our Team & Programs
Positivity Coaching & Situational Awareness
Positivity Coaching & Situational Awareness
Positivity Coaching & Situational Awareness
Raymond Russell spearheaded programs for safety and positive thinking helping countless individuals achieve a state of overall joy and wellbeing. He has over 30 year investigative service and has been honored for his unparalleled service, Ray is a 2nd Degree Black Belt: Nabi Su Martial Arts (incl Tai Chi & Kung Fu) & previously trained in Vee Arnis Jitsu & Kansai Self Defense.
Culinary: Hispanic Heritage
Positivity Coaching & Situational Awareness
Positivity Coaching & Situational Awareness
Maria Bido provides educational support as well as culinary programs dedicated to celebrating diversity and cultural heritage. "
Youth Literacy Programs
Positivity Coaching & Situational Awareness
Youth Literacy Programs
Vincent Green spearheaded a worldwide project that accepts manuscripts from children ages five to fifteen for inclusion in a book of stories written by kids for kids.
Executive Director
Executive Director
Youth Literacy Programs
Lisa began working with survivors of human trafficking/domestic violence in 2011 and subsequently implemented Trauma Sensitive Yoga support groups throughout New York City for various organizations including Womankind, Sanctuary for Families, AMWA, Henry Street Settlement Center for Mental Health, The Center (heart & home of our LGBTQ community), and NOW (National Organization for Women).
Holistic Wellness
Executive Director
Holistic Wellness
Wendy Henry LAC & Rachel Kaplan LAC are experienced, licensed acupuncturists serving individuals in shelters, NYCHA, and other communities via special events, private appointments, & small group sessions.
Meditation & Yoga
Executive Director
Holistic Wellness
Arun Sharma is a Cloud data engineer with Microsoft and a registered RYT 200 yoga instructor. He is passionate about the practice and benefits of yoga and meditation. According to Arun,Yoga is all about making your mind peaceful, calmer & flexible and of course bringing back everlasting smile on your face in day to day stressful situations.His daily practice includes Sri Sri Yoga , pranayama, and meditation.
IMPACT: See our work in Action
2021 Thank you for GIVING!
Acknowledgement for "tireless service to our city, our state, & our nation"
Acknowledgement for "tireless service to our city, our state, & our nation"
Acknowledgement for "tireless service to our city, our state, & our nation"
Acknowledgement for "tireless service to our city, our state, & our nation"
Acknowledgement for "tireless service to our city, our state, & our nation"
Hunger Relief & Back to School Initiatives
Acknowledgement for "tireless service to our city, our state, & our nation"
Hunger Relief & Back to School Initiatives
Community Outreach
Yoga for Mental Health & Wellness
Hunger Relief & Back to School Initiatives
Uniting communities & building bridges to replace violence & division with peace & unity.
March - May Emergency Response
Yoga for Mental Health & Wellness
Yoga for Mental Health & Wellness
Emergency initatives began when New York City shutdown in March 2020:
· Thousands of meals served
· Support for isolated seniors
· Academic programs & supplies for kids
· Basic necessities delivered
· Sanitizer & Masks provided
Yoga for Mental Health & Wellness
Yoga for Mental Health & Wellness
Yoga for Mental Health & Wellness
Empowers individuals to achieve the highest expression of themselves
bKind bOne is a coalition of leaders & organizations launching a movement of oneness that aligns all identities & groups -- racial, ethnic, sexual orientation, or the like -- to end hate & separateness to create a collective power serving as a catalyst for change, so no group is considered "other", "foreign", "lesser" or "different"; so equality & kindness are directed to each of us. We assert that hate has no place in our country, state, & particularly, New York City -- home to a rich diverse heritage, from which we all draw our resilience, creativity, & beauty