General Info

Groundwork, founded in 2002, works to help young people living in high-poverty, urban communities develop their strengths, skills, talents and competencies through effective experiential learning and work programs. It supports a variety of after-school and summer programs that give children skills and confidence they need to become engaged and educated citizens. In addition, the organization s work experience and college preparation programs teach teenagers to become leaders, while guiding them to success in academics and life. Located in Brooklyn, N.Y., Groundwork also supports various programs for adults that offer parents with resources they need to support their families and build organized community power.