We envision a global community without poverty.

Our Mission
The origin of the word ‘Oyate’, is derived from the Dakota language, meaning “people.” The mission of Oyate Group is to serve “The People.” We are a 501(c)3 and our mission is to alleviate poverty by a three-prong strategy: first to educate and inform, second to provide resources and services and lastly to create sustainable and holistic structures to empower underdeveloped communities.
“When we lift up the most vulnerable neighbors,
we lift up the entire nation.”
Tomas Ramos
Founder of the Oyate Group
Overview of Services
Oyate Group is a nonprofit organization dedicated to closing resource gaps and fostering opportunities for marginalized communities across New York City and the Dominican Republic. At Oyate Group, we believe in the power of community-driven solutions.
Through targeted initiatives, like food drives and backpack giveaways, we support youth, small businesses and communities in need of intervention and resources. Through innovative programs like Beyond Rising, Rise Leadership and Mott Haven Rising, Oyate Group invests in youth development, local entrepreneurs, small businesses and neighborhood revitalization efforts. Our programs provide funding, mentorship and business development training to high school students, early-stage founders, restaurateurs and community leaders. Internationally, Oyate Group extends its impact through scholarships, disaster relief and education and health resource support in the Dominican Republic.
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