Honoring President Jimmy Carter: A Lifelong Advocate for Affordable Housing and Human Rights 1924-2024

IMPACCT Brooklyn honors the legacy of former President Jimmy Carter, who passed away on December 29th at 100. Carter championed housing as a human right, stating, “One of the basic human rights is having a decent place to live, and raise a family.” As president, he prioritized urban development and affordable housing. In 1980, he […]
City Fines Hundreds for Improper Trash Bin Use in Brooklyn

Brooklyn residents are being urged to stay vigilant about proper trash disposal following a recent crackdown by the Department of Sanitation. Nearly 500 individuals were fined for failing to use trash bins correctly, with violation amounts ranging from $50 to $100, as part of the city’s efforts to maintain cleanliness and address waste management issues. […]
ENERGYFIT 2.0 – Featured in The City

Thank you THE CITY NY for covering our EnergyFIT Affordable Small Homes program in partnership with Cypress Hills and Pratt Center for Community Development. EnergyFIT helps NYC’s low-income residents in 1-4 family homes by combining home repairs, energy efficiency upgrades, and electrification—creating healthier, more resilient communities. Paul Sobers, Home Services Project Manager, EnergyFIT at IMPACCT Brooklyn, […]
2024 Goldman Sachs Community Development Champion!

We’re honored to share that IMPACCT Brooklyn has been recognized as a 2024 Goldman Sachs Community Development Champion! We are thrilled to be part of the #GSEquityBuildersInitiative. This investment from Goldman Sachs empowers us to continue building stronger communities. With their support, we will: We thank Goldman Sachs for partnering with us to drive these critical community initiatives. […]