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New ‘Shark Tank’-like initiative seeks applications from entrepreneurs of color in the Bronx, Uptown

BronxTimes Oyate Group, a nonprofit organization, is launching a startup funding competition aimed at providing support to aspiring entrepreneurs of color in the Bronx, Washington Heights, and Harlem. Taking inspiration from the popular television show "Shark Tank," the competition seeks to assist individuals with great ideas but limited resources in ...

2023-07-17T12:58:09-04:00April 19, 2023|

Memorial Brandon Hendricks scholarship grows award to $20K for college-bound Bronxites

BronxTimes The Bronx Times article highlights the efforts to honor the memory of Brandon Hendricks-Ellison, a talented basketball player who was tragically killed in 2020. The community renamed East 156th Street and Park Avenue in the Bronx as Hendricks-Ellison Boulevard, commemorating his impact. In addition, the Oyate Group established the ...

2023-07-17T12:59:08-04:00April 15, 2023|

NYC extends deadline for youth jobs program. Here’s what to know.

Chalkbeat New York City has extended the deadline for its Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) until April 14, celebrating its 60th year. SYEP provides paid job opportunities and career exploration for youth aged 14-24, with a capacity for 100,000 participants, making it one of the nation's largest youth employment ...

2023-12-08T17:26:47-05:00March 31, 2023|

Open BxRx Tuesday | Brandon Hendricks Scholarship

Kibin Alleyne is joined by Tomas Ramos the Founder & President of Oyate Group, to discuss how you or someone you know can apply for the 4th annual Brandon Hendricks Scholarship and why they felt this scholarship was the best way to honor Brandon life.

2023-08-24T17:47:10-04:00March 14, 2023|

City to Offer Alternative Summer Career Program Open to Undocumented Youth

CityLimits City Limits reported that the City of New York will offer a work-readiness training program this summer specifically aimed at undocumented youth. The initiative is in response to calls from advocates and lawmakers for an alternative to the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP), which is not open to undocumented ...

2023-07-17T12:59:46-04:00March 10, 2023|

UPDATE Applications Open for Fourth Annual Brandon Hendricks Scholarship

NORWOOD NEWS The Oyate Group's Brandon Hendricks Scholarship is making a significant impact in the Bronx community by providing educational opportunities for graduating seniors and combating the cycle of poverty and gun violence. Named in honor of Brandon Hendricks, a talented young basketball player whose life was tragically cut short ...

2023-07-17T12:55:29-04:00March 6, 2023|

Brooklyn Gun Buyback Program collects a record total of guns

Brooklyn Daily Eagle A gun buyback program held in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn, organized by the District Attorney's Office and the NYPD, set a record by collecting 206 firearms. The initiative offered significant incentives, including $500 and an iPad for each fully operable gun or assault rifle turned in. Individuals who brought ...

2023-07-17T12:53:25-04:00December 20, 2022|

Bronx’s ‘Most Influential’ named to the Schneps Media Bronx Power List

Bronx Times The 2022 Bronx Power Listers were honored at Maestro's Caterers in a networking event that celebrated remarkable individuals from the business and nonprofit sectors. The event recognized their contributions, impact, and influence on the Bronx over the past year. Notable attendees included New York Attorney General Letitia James, ...

2023-07-17T13:12:18-04:00December 15, 2022|
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