Preserving neighborhoods and creating
opportunities for a stronger, brighter future.
Preserving neighborhoods and creating opportunities for a stronger, brighter future.
students enrolled in afterschool & summer programs
organized In-person Tenant Meetings
new volunteers and 121 repeat volunteers
students enrolled in afterschool & summer programs
organized In-person Tenant Meetings
new volunteers and 121 repeat volunteers
WOTM’s budget grew over $500,000 in 2024, enabling us the opportunity to service more community members.
Milestones Reached
Milestones Reached
22 different queens zip codes our participants reside in.
16 languages spoken in our community.
771 individual donors.
22 different queens zip codes
our participants reside in.
16 languages spoken in our community.
771 individual donors.
2020
Empowering Voices: Ensuring
Every New Yorker Counts.
In 2020, we took a pivotal step in community advocacy, receiving the NYC Census Grant for the first time. This support enabled us to lead vital outreach efforts, ensuring that every resident—especially immigrants, low-income families, and communities of color—was counted. By amplifying underrepresented voices, we helped shape a more inclusive and equitable future for all New Yorkers.
2021
A Season of Giving: Expanding
Our Community Impact.
Our journey began with a heartfelt mission—bringing Thanksgiving joy to families in need and setting students up for success. In 2021, we hosted our first Thanksgiving Turkey & Food Distribution, ensuring essential holiday meals reached those who needed them most. That same year, we kicked off our Backpack Distribution, equipping young learners with the tools they needed to thrive in school.
2022
Igniting Change: The Birth
of Youth on the Move.
In 2022, we launched Youth on the Move, a dynamic platform empowering young people across Woodside, Western Queens, and NYC to raise their voices, take action, and drive change. Through advocacy, volunteerism, and awareness campaigns, we are equipping the next generation with the tools to lead, inspire, and make a lasting impact in their communities.
2023
Growing Stronger: Expanding Education Programs, Artist Employment and Supporting Local Businesses.
A landmark year of growth! We proudly expanded our Afterschool Program to include middle school students at IS 429 Q, ensuring continuous support as they navigate their educational journey. This milestone marked a major step in our commitment to youth development and universal afterschool.
Additionally, we secured the SBS Avenue NYC grant and Creatives Rebuild NY (artists employment) empowering us to deepen our impact and reach on the Woodside Corridors and bring art into public spaces.
2024
Building Bright Futures: Launching Our First Pre-K Program.
This year marked a transformative milestone in our mission to make universal afterschool programs. With the launch of our first Pre-K program, we are laying the foundation for a lifetime of learning by nurturing curiosity, fostering creativity, and developing essential skills. Through this initiative, we are committed to giving every child the strong start
they deserve for a brighter future.
2020
Empowering Voices: Ensuring
Every New Yorker Counts.
In 2020, we took a pivotal step in community advocacy, receiving the NYC Census Grant for the first time. This support enabled us to lead vital outreach efforts, ensuring that every resident—especially immigrants, low-income families, and communities of color—was counted. By amplifying underrepresented voices, we helped shape a more inclusive and equitable future for all New Yorkers.
2021
A Season of Giving: Expanding
Our Community Impact.
Our journey began with a heartfelt mission—bringing Thanksgiving joy to families in need and setting students up for success. In 2021, we hosted our first Thanksgiving Turkey & Food Distribution, ensuring essential holiday meals reached those who needed them most. That same year, we kicked off our Backpack Distribution, equipping young learners with the tools they needed to thrive in school.
2022
Igniting Change: The Birth
of Youth on the Move.
In 2022, we launched Youth on the Move, a dynamic platform empowering young people across Woodside, Western Queens, and NYC to raise their voices, take action, and drive change. Through advocacy, volunteerism, and awareness campaigns, we are equipping the next generation with the tools to lead, inspire, and make a lasting impact in their communities.
2023
Growing Stronger: Expanding Education Programs, Artist Employment and Supporting Local Businesses.
A landmark year of growth! We proudly expanded our Afterschool Program to include middle school students at IS 429 Q, ensuring continuous support as they navigate their educational journey. This milestone marked a major step in our commitment to youth development and universal afterschool.
Additionally, we secured the SBS Avenue NYC grant and Creatives Rebuild NY (artists employment) empowering us to deepen our impact and reach on the Woodside Corridors and bring art into public spaces.
2024
Building Bright Futures: Launching
Our First Pre-K Program.
This year marked a transformative milestone in our mission to make universal afterschool programs. With the launch of our first Pre-K program, we are laying the foundation for a lifetime of learning by nurturing curiosity, fostering creativity, and developing essential skills. Through this initiative, we are committed to giving every child the strong start they
deserve for a brighter future.
