Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation (NMIC)

Today, we remember and honor the life of Dr. Marilu María D. Galván, a beloved leader and educator in our community. As Executive Director of el Centro Cívico Cultural Dominicano, Dr. Galván dedicated her life to promoting Dominican culture and heritage. She was instrumental in the campaign to honor Juan Pablo Duarte with the statue at Canal and Sixth Avenue in NYC. An educator at heart, Dr. Galván taught from kindergarten to college, inspiring countless students with her passion for learning and her belief in the power of education. Her legacy of strength, compassion, and dedication will continue to inspire us all. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family during this difficult time. Rest in power, Dr. Galván. #CommunityLeader #DrMariluGalvan #CentroCivicoCulturalDominicano

We are thrilled to announce the completion of our latest affordable housing cooperative project at 21 Arden Street. After a decade-long wait, 12 families have finally returned to their beloved community, transitioning from tenants to proud homeowners! This 15-unit project represents a significant step forward in providing accessible housing and building generational wealth for our families. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our partners and supporters who made this dream a reality. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, Adriano Espaillat, Robert Jackson, Councilmember Carmen De La Rosa, Manny De Los Santos, The Legal Aid Society, The Community Preservation Corporation, NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development, NEIGHBORHOOD RESTORE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT FUND CORPORATION, Lemle & Wolff Companies, Daniel Weisz, Design AIDD Architecture, DPC #safeandaffordablehousingforall, #affordablehousing, #communitybuilding, #NMIC, #housingisahumanright

Excitement is growing as NMIC's 45th Anniversary Benefit approaches, and we are thrilled to announce the Hispanic Federation as one of our 2024 honorees! Hispanic Federation (HF) has been instrumental in supporting grassroots advocacy efforts and building organizational capacity, particularly in addressing food insecurity during the pandemic. Serving as a national model for Latino social, political, and economic empowerment, HF has a significant presence in New York, Florida, North Carolina, Puerto Rico, and other key states across the U.S., uplifting millions of Latino children, youth, and families nationwide.   Under the leadership of Frankie Miranda, the first openly gay president and CEO, HF has expanded its network to include hundreds of community-based organizations throughout the country. Since joining HF in 1998, Frankie has been pivotal in creating essential programs that empower hundreds of thousands of Latinos. Get your ticket today: www.nmic.org/benefit-2024

We are delighted to celebrate the graduation of our amazing mental health counseling interns! With immense pride, we present our graduates from Teachers College, Columbia University. They have earned a dual Master's degree in Counseling Psychology, specializing in Bilingual Latinx Mental Health. Please join us in applauding their dedication to fostering well-being in our community.

Congratulations to our phenomenal cohort of workforce development grantees! Together, we are advancing community-focused interventions for an equitable economic recovery. Community Impact at Columbia University, Community League of the Heights (CLOTH),Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation (NMIC), New York Urban League, STRIVE, YAYB - Youth Action YouthBuild, Yvonne Stennett, Maria Lizardo, Arva Rice, Ayesha George, Robert Taylor

Northern Manhattan has one of the largest concentrations of rent stabilized housing with over 46,735 units. The Rent Guidelines Board (RGB) decided to have the hearing in Queens so last night, we showed up in Queens to make sure they heard our community voices & opposition to a rent increase #rentrollbackNYC #rentjusticecoalition Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation (NMIC) Community League of the Heights (CLOTH) #MetCouncilonHousing #RENA Shaun Abreu Adriano Espaillat Manny De Los Santos #AMAlTaylor Mark D. Levine Carmen De La Rosa

April is recognized as #NationalVolunteerAppreciationMonth, and we would like to take this opportunity to extend our sincere appreciation to all of our volunteers. In the past year, our volunteers have collectively dedicated more than 1,500 hours of service, demonstrating their unwavering commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of the 14,000 individuals we serve each year. Our volunteers have been instrumental in various activities, such as serving on our board of directors and our advisory board, speaking at career panels, and lending a hand at our food pantry, tax preparation services, and other events throughout the year. Their contributions have been invaluable, and we are truly grateful for their support. Looking to volunteer? Check out nmic.org/get-involved for opportunities to get involved with our work.

We'd like to extend a big shoutout to the wonderful volunteers from Valley Bank who assisted students in our Adult Education programming last Monday. Their expert guidance and support helped our students update their resumes and prepare for their future careers. We're incredibly grateful for their time and dedication. Thank you, Valley Bank!

We invite you to Catalyzing Change: 45 Years of Community Impact! Join us as we celebrate 45 years of advocacy, empowerment, and transformation. Get your tickets now at www.nmic.org/benefit-2024.

We are delighted to introduce three exceptional individuals who have joined our board of directors. Each brings a wealth of experience and dedication to our mission, having previously served on NMIC's Advisory Board. Please extend a warm welcome to Pia Catton, Chelsea Jupin, and Morgan Siegel, LMHC! Pia Catton is a fundraising professional who specializes in nonprofit performing arts. She is currently the Director of Membership & Operations at American Ballet Theatre and has previously served at Battery Dance Company and National Dance Institute.  Chelsea Jupin is a digital marketing professional who currently works at Jazz at Lincoln Center. Prior to this, she served as the Online Communications Manager at Henry Street Settlement. Morgan Siegel is a licensed bilingual therapist who is currently serving as a director of mental health services in a nonprofit mental health clinic. Before her current position, Morgan led NMIC’s mental health services and played a significant role in creating NMIC’s Wellness Program. The Board of Directors of NMIC comprises 18 members from diverse backgrounds, headed by Board Chair Juan A. Arteaga, Esq., and Vice Chair Cheryl Kallem. The governing body also includes Treasurer Ethan Miller and Secretary Edward Cuesta. The remaining members are Roshan Ahmad, Evelyn De La Rosa, Ruth Fasoldt, Sandra Harris LMSW, MS, Robin M. Honig, William Lee, John Lyons, Kayla M. McPherson, Seny Taveras, Nathalie Tejada, and Nancy Wackstein.    We are excited about the opportunity to work together to empower our community and drive positive change.