One of the preeminent bandleaders and pianists in America. A living landmark. A true New Yorker for New York. These are just a few of the ways people have described Peter Duchin, whose music has filled the air at state dinners and inaugural balls, charity galas, and notable society events over the last six decades. Both his music and story have become woven into the fabric of New York City, reflecting the beauty, tenacity, and spirit of what the city is made of.

Bobby Digi Olisa’s passion for community-building is clearly rooted in his hometown of Staten Island, New York. Raised in the multi-ethnic Clifton section of Park Hill/Stapleton, he has always had a desire to build bridges between people of diverse backgrounds and help the residents in his neighborhood to thrive. As he has grown businesses, founded nonprofit organizations, and mentored youth, Bobby has been a true changemaker for communities in Staten Island, New York City, and beyond.

As an award-winning journalist and co-host of “CBS Saturday Morning,” Michelle Miller has been at the forefront of the leading news stories of our time. Covering stories from Hurricane Katrina to the murder of George Floyd, she has dedicated her journalism career to sharing the perspectives of people who have often been left out of the conversation, bringing visibility to their individual and collective struggles.

Tanya Birl-Torres is the Artistic Director of the Washington Heights Womanist Arts Festival, which harnesses the power of music, movement, art, and self-expression to cultivate joy and connection for New Yorkers living uptown.

CitizensNYC announced their partnership with the newly launched “We ♥️NYC” campaign today, alongside New York Governor Kathy Hochul, New York City Mayor Eric Adams, and a host of other labor, civic, and community organizations.

New Yorkers, including community, business, political, and philanthropic leaders will come together for a week of action throughout the five boroughs

Welcome to season 3 of the CitizensNYC: LIVE podcast! We're back to continue bringing New Yorkers from all walks of life together to chat about the city we all know and love.

Please join CitizensNYC and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso at our upcoming Brooklyn Borough Huddle.

Meet with CitizensNYC CEO Dr. Rahsaan Harris to learn how to connect with your local elected officials, get more funds for your group, and strengthen your social media presence!

8.09.22

Meet with CitizensNYC CEO Dr. Rahsaan Harris to learn how to connect with your local elected officials, get more funds for your group, and strengthen your social media presence!

7.26.22

Meet with CitizensNYC CEO Dr. Rahsaan Harris to learn how to connect with your local elected officials, get more funds for your group, and strengthen your social media presence!

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Join CitizensNYC to learn how to navigate local New York City government to protect the rights of all New Yorkers. Our special guest speaker, newly appointed Manhattan Community Board 1 member, Desi K. Robinson, will discuss how to mobilize our communities to understand and participate in hyper-local government to protect Black rights, LGBTQ+ rights, and Women’s rights.

CitizensNYC and Trinity Church Wall Street are proud to support Lower Manhattan business owners with $150,000 direct cash grants invested into 18 neighborhood businesses below 14th Street.

“Over a billion pounds of nutritious food goes to waste in New York City every year,” said Douglas Silver, co-founder of the Gotham Food Pantry, an organization that redirects food waste, after his organization received a $3,000 grant from CitizensNYC.

Violence Will Not Make Us Safe!

What does public safety mean to your community? Public safety is programs or activities implemented by a public agency (directly or indirectly) for the safety, protection, law enforcement and criminal justice of the public. Included in this should be mental health.

Mr. Deutch is the longtime Chairman of the organization’s fall fundraising event taking place this year on Monday, October 17 at its new location, Tavern on the Green.

Just in time for Small Business Week, Citizens Committee for New York City (CitizensNYC), a micro-funding organization supporting civic leaders and developing tomorrow’s leaders, is thrilled to announce that Wells Fargo has made another $250,000 investment in New York City’s small business community.