Nonprofits

Personality

Educators for Excellence tell their stories

A collection of essays written by members of this nonprofit, women of color educator advocacy group.

New York City

Personality

The vibe at City Hall is Thank God for Maria Torres-Springer

When the veteran deputy mayor stepped up, a sense of calm and determination settled over a scandal-scarred administration.

Interviews & Profiles

Personality

‘This was not a one-and-done deal’: Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter’s legacy with Habitat for Humanity

The nonprofit’s CEO Sabrina Lippman recalls the 100-year-old former president and former first lady’s commitment to build affordable housing in an interview with New York Nonprofit Media.

New York City

Personality

NYC DOT Commish Ydanis Rodríguez is staying ‘laser-focused’

Rodríguez said he’s happy to be able to move forward with Greenpoint’s McGuinness Boulevard redesign after the city’s sudden reversal on the project.

New York City

Personality

5 things to know about First Deputy Mayor Maria Torres-Springer

The longtime bureaucrat has been elevated to add some steady leadership during a time of crisis in the Eric Adams administration.

Interviews & Profiles

Personality

Standing up for low-income New York families facing the courts

An interview with Tehra Coles, executive director of the Center for Family Representation in New York

Interviews & Profiles

Personality

Fighting to meet children's needs for almost two decades

Jennifer March, executive director of the Citizens’ Committee for the Children of New York, steps down after 17 years on the job.

New York City

Personality

Pitching Eric Adams’ City of Yes on affordable cooperative housing

An interview with the coalition pushing to include coops in the mayor’s housing proposal in Manhattan’s Midtown South.

New York City

Personality

Overcoming ageism in the world of art

An interview with Marlena Vaccaro, curator and director of the Carter Burden Gallery.

Personality

Personality

Creating opportunities for youth, on and off the court

An interview with Udai Tambar, president and CEO of New York Junior Tennis & Learning.

Interviews & Profiles

Personality

Combating period poverty in New York City

An interview with Carrington Baker, founder and CEO of For Women, By Women, Period.