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BigNY local answer: Browse local services and organizations in Greater New York. Listings are connected by service, area, language, community and source. Always confirm hours, eligibility, pricing and availability directly with the organization.

NYC Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities

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Disability ServicesGovernment ServicesNYCEnglish
Mailing address: 100 Gold Street, 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10038

City disability-office contact resource. The listed number is NYC311’s full telephone number; callers in NYC may dial 311. MOPD separately lists an ASL video-phone contact at 646-396-5830. The address is a mailing address; confirm any in-person arrangements.

NYC Public Schools — Adult Education

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Free English ClassesSchools / EducationNYCEnglish
Programs across all five boroughs; contact Adult Education for placement and registration

Tuition-free English, adult basic education and high-school-equivalency preparation for eligible NYC residents age 21 or older who do not hold a U.S. high school diploma or equivalency. Foreign diplomas do not prevent participation. Contact Adult Education to confirm eligibility, assessment, location and enrollment.

POTS — Part of the Solution

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Community OrganizationsFood AssistanceNonprofitsBronxEnglish
2759 Webster Avenue, Bronx, NY 10458; another office is at 2450 Grand Concourse, 2nd Floor

Bronx organization offering food and other support services. Its official program page lists a community kitchen, pantry and additional assistance. Call the main number to confirm the correct site, pantry registration and current service schedule; different services may use different offices.

Project Hospitality — Food Assistance

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Community OrganizationsFood AssistanceNonprofitsStaten IslandEnglish
211/205 Canal Street, Staten Island, NY 10304

Project Hospitality food pantry and community meal contact on Staten Island. This number is for food services. Call to confirm the appropriate entrance, distribution schedule and current requirements; other housing and support programs have separate contacts.

Project Hospitality — Youth Drop-In Center

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Community OrganizationsNonprofitsStaten IslandEnglish
27 Port Richmond Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10302

Youth Drop-In Center for ages 14–24. The official program page lists food, clothing, housing referrals, counseling, academic support and job-readiness services, with self-referral accepted. Call to confirm current access and services before visiting.

Queens Economic Development Corporation — QEDC

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Business & ServicesCommunity OrganizationsNonprofitsQueensEnglish
120-55 Queens Boulevard, Suite 309, Kew Gardens, NY 11424

Queens business-support organization offering no-cost business assistance through advisors. Its official contact page lists help with business planning, marketing, taxation and government certifications. Book or call for an appointment and confirm the appropriate advisor and current services.

Queens Public Library — Job & Business Academy

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Business & ServicesCommunity OrganizationsJobsSchools / EducationQueensEnglish
Programs at library locations and online; confirm the location when registering

Library classes, workshops and individual counseling for job seekers, aspiring entrepreneurs and business owners. Contact the Job & Business Academy for current job-search help and technology training; confirm registration, eligibility, program dates and whether a session is online or in person.

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Brooklyn

Brooklyn is New York City's most populous borough, with diverse neighborhoods, local businesses, schools, healthcare providers, cultural communities, and waterfront districts.

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Queens

Queens is New York City's largest borough by area and one of the most diverse places in the United States, with airports, immigrant communities, business districts, and residential neighborhoods.

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Manhattan

Manhattan is New York City's central borough and a global hub for business, culture, government, healthcare, education, tourism, and local services.

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Bronx

The Bronx is a New York City borough known for residential neighborhoods, parks, cultural institutions, healthcare facilities, schools, and local businesses.

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Staten Island

Staten Island is New York City's southernmost borough, known for residential communities, parks, waterfront areas, local businesses, and ferry access.

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