Bradley Street Bicycle Co-Op
Bradley St Bicycle Co-op (BSBC) is a volunteer-run non-profit dedicated to fostering a more equitable New Haven by increasing bicycle usage. A key program involves bicycle donation, where BSBC repairs and gives away hundreds of bikes annually to various community members. They also operate mobile bicycle repair clinics in underserved areas, offering free maintenance. Furthermore, their community bike shop allows individuals to learn bike repair affordably. BSBC engages in bicycle recycling by refurbishing donated bikes for those needing transportation, thus diverting waste.
The Fellow’s weekly responsibilities will be diverse, including editing grant applications and attending meetings focused on volunteer development or events. The Fellow may also undertake practical tasks like fixing flat tires and conducting transportation research
Learn more: bsbc.co
CitySeed
CitySeed is a community-based nonprofit with a mission to engage the community in growing an equitable, local food system that promotes economic development, community development and sustainable agriculture. Cityseed has three programs: Sanctuary Kitchen, Incubates, and Farmers Markets. Its food entrepreneurship programs, Sanctuary Kitchen and Incubates, focus on supporting under-resourced chefs through affordable kitchen rentals, a Food Business Accelerator, and hands-on resources. CitySeed’s farmers markets host over 30 local farmers each year across the city at 3 locations. These markets serve as one of the leading redemption sites in the state for nutrition benefits. CitySeed’s markets team also works to advance policies related to sustainable agriculture and farm viability.
The Fellow will assist the farmers market team with administering its SNAP and FMNP doubling programs, as well as leading market programming like children’s activities, cooking demonstrations, and community activities. The Fellow will also assist with CitySeed’s food entrepreneurship programs, assisting its storytelling campaign by documenting the journey of their diverse food entrepreneurs, creating engaging social media content, and coordinating feedback sessions.
Learn more: cityseed.org
Haven’s Harvest
Haven’s Harvest’s mission is to build community and reduce food waste through food rescue efforts. The organization is dedicated to minimizing food waste and addressing food insecurity locally. Their work involves connecting surplus food from businesses and farms with nonprofit and mutual aid partners. They serve a diverse population facing economic hardships, homelessness, and other needs. Through innovative programs, Haven’s Harvest aims to create a sustainable model that nourishes people and fosters community collaboration.
Learn more: havensharvest.org
New Haven Works
New Haven Works seeks to build a middle class in an urban center and improve economic stability in all communities by providing employers with a trained and qualified workforce and connecting New Haven residents to good jobs. New Haven Works collaborates with a diverse group of individuals from various social, ethnic, educational, and economic backgrounds.
The Fellow will participate in data collection efforts. This role will involve assisting in gathering information to enhance services to the community. The Fellow will also work with the engagement team to communicate with individuals, promote enrollment, and educate them about how New Haven Works supports the surrounding area.
Read the organization’s placement proposal
Learn more: newhavenworkspipeline