On June 4th, 2013, OBT will hold the Second Annual Summer Soiree to raise critically needed funds for its programs. The evening will also honor key supporters who have done a great deal for the organization and youth in general. We anticipate 350 guests at the event, which will be held at Battery Ga... More>

QUEENS — Shakila Monk was 17 years old when she became pregnant and later dropped out of Jamaica High School to take care of her daughter. “I was super scared and didn’t realize how much work it was,” Monk said. “It was very difficult being a teenage parent.” Mont... More>

Mayor Bloomberg visits Opportunities for a Better Tomorrow to announce new initiative: Video source: Mayor Bloomberg Youtube page: http://www.youtube.com/user/mayorbloomberg... More>

In 2003, several North Brooklyn congregations joined forces to address diminishing affordable housing stock in the community. Ten years later, that coalition, Churches United For Fair Housing (CUFFH) is still pursuing that mission, as well as an expanded focus that includes open space, education, he... More>