Avenues for Justice
100 Centre Street, Room 1541
New York, NY 10013
info@avenuesforjustice.org
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Every year, as we enter the giving season, we’re reminded of a simple truth: philanthropy has always fueled social change. From civil rights organizations to community-led movements to local nonprofits like Avenues for Justice (AFJ), progress has always been possible because people at every level chose to give financially.
This year, that truth feels even more urgent. Across New York City, many nonprofits are facing reduced funding while community needs continue to grow. Organizations supporting Black and Brown youth are being asked to do more with less.
At AFJ, we see philanthropy as a shared responsibility. Every gift – large or small—helps build safety, opportunity, and equitable futures for young people.
As a community-rooted organization, it can be challenging in this political climate to connect with funders who remain hesitant to support nonprofits like AFJ. We acknowledge the reality many BIPOC-led organizations face: they receive less funding and have to navigate more restrictions than their counterparts. But rather than centering that imbalance, we are calling funders and individuals into something more powerful—true partnership.
When funders, corporations, and individuals partner with AFJ, they are investing in transformation.
AFJ’s work with our Participants is making our communities safer, strengthening families, and contributing to a healthier New York City. Our model addresses the root causes of violence through prevention, opportunity, and long-term support.
Our Youth Empowerment Forums, Debate Team, Leadership Council, Art Therapy, and Youth Affirmation Circles strengthen communication skills, confidence, emotional wellness, and leadership. These programs build the protective factors that reduce violence and strengthen communities.
Most importantly, these workshops are not isolated offerings—they are part of a holistic ecosystem that includes:
This is what true prevention looks like. This is how cycles break and positive futures can take shape:
AFJ’s Results
Last year, AFJ served 674 court-involved and high-risk youth—and 94% of our ATI Participants were not reconvicted within three years. As of today, AFJ has served 653 Court-Involved and Preventive Participants representing 46 of NYC’s 51 Council Districts. We welcomed 240 new Court-Involved Participants into our community.
This is what transformational philanthropy makes possible.
AFJ’s Call-In to Transformational Philanthropy
We know we can continue to transform lives and strengthen our NYC community through philanthropic partnerships rooted in trust, shared purpose, and long-term commitment to community-led solutions.
We invite you to partner with us by engaging deeply, listening to community wisdom, and investing in our model that prevents harm and creates opportunity. Your investment fuels programming, stability, and measurable impact in the lives of young people across New York City.
Avenues for Justice is calling-in a community of supporters—individuals, foundations, and corporations, like you, who understand the importance of investing in our mission and our work. We are calling-in long-term partners who believe in prevention, who believe in equity, and who believe in the people committed to creating pathways of opportunity for Black and Brown youth and young adults.
Join Us as a Long-Term Growth Partner
The time is now.
The need is urgent.
And the impact is real.
Will you join us?
