826NYC is a non-profit organization which operates out of the Brooklyn Superhero Supply Company. Established in 2004, 826NYC aims to help students ages 6 to 18 years old to improve their writing skills with after-school programs and workshops while also offering community programming. BTRtoday met some of the staff from 826NYC to hear about their mission, getting involved, and what they love most about the program
Music featured in the episode: “A Moment Allowed” by The Real Tuesday Weld // “Need” by WhoMadeWho
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