Pic: A little preview of what our new and permanent Bushwick branch looks like. As 2025 begins we are excited to introduce to our members our new branch locations and scheduled opening dates. Read our latest blog where our CEO Samira Rajan gives a full insight about what's to come. 

Our mission is to further wealth-building, opportunity, and resilience in our communities by offering fair and affordable financial services.

TIP OF THE MONTH

🌟Get Ready for Tax Season! 🌟

Did you know tax season doesn’t have to be stressful? Our trusted partner, Grow Brooklyn, will begin offering FREE tax preparation services soon!

Here’s why you should take advantage of this opportunity:

✅ Expert Help: Filing taxes is overwhelming. Let the professionals handle it.

✅ Maximize Your Refund: Get every deduction and credit you’re entitled to.

✅ Completely Free: Save money while ensuring accuracy and peace of mind.

💡 Pro Tip: Gather your W-2s, 1099s, and other financial documents early so you’re ready to go.

To setup an appointment you can reach them at 1(347) 502-6804 or book an appointment online by clicking HERE

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CHLDC is sharing this importance guidance from the New York Immigration Coalition and Make The Road New York.

With the upcoming change in leadership, it's crucial to take important steps now to protect your future. This month, here are the 5 key actions asylum seekers should consider before January 2025, based on Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project:

 1️⃣ Apply for your first work permit if you are eligible, even if you do not plan to work. 

 2️⃣ Apply to renew your work permit if you have a two-year work permit that will expire before 2028. 

3️⃣ Consider applying for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) in addition to asylum, if you are eligible. 

4️⃣ Consider applying for another immigration status in addition to asylum, if you are eligible. 

5️⃣ Sign up for free Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project (ASAP) membership to get urgent immigration updates. 

🛑 Note: This information is NOT A SUBSTITUTE for advice from a lawyer. 

Get Involved

Interested in a Career as a Union Carpenter? We're Recruiting for the Building Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program!

Participants who join the program will receive:

• Career guidance and support.
• An introduction to the apprenticeship process.
• Worker health and safety training.
• Environmental worker training.
• Certifications in OSHA construction safety, scaffold awareness, and fall protection.

Eligibility Requirements:

• A strong interest in a carpentry apprenticeship
• Must be 18 years or older
• High school diploma or HSE
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• English proficiency
• Availability: February 3 - 28, 2025, for full-day sessions, Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

To learn more, call Jessen at 📞 (845) 328-2705 or email jessenv@cypresshills.org.



hurry up! The deadline is January 23!

Looking to take the next step in your education? Enroll in our exciting new two-year hybrid college program in collaboration with CUNY Kingsborough Community College! Starting March 5th, students will benefit from a flexible blend of in-person and virtual courses, allowing for both classroom engagement and online learning. Each semester offers four courses: two on campus and two online, tailored to your major.

Key Dates:

• Classes Run: March 5 – June 18, 2025
• Application deadline: February 12, 2025 for Residents, February 12, 2025 for international students

Brooklyn Coop Blog Posts

New Year, New Us,

New Updates

By: Samira Rajan

2024 brought incredible milestones for Brooklyn Coop, but December ended the year with a bang! We’ve signed a lease to bring a credit union branch to Restoration Plaza in Bed-Stuy, opening February 2025, and secured a permanent home at 1308 Myrtle Avenue in Bushwick. These steps mark a bold commitment to our community, offering modern spaces for members and staff alike. Curious about the details or what’s next? Click to read how these changes are shaping a resilient future for Brooklyn Coop!