Community

Additional community information is available in the Community Information Service collection found in each Branch Library. Please ask for more information.

Related Subjects

• Food Pantries
  
• Neighborhood / Community Information
  
• New York City Government
  

Links

• New York City 311
  311 provides access to non-emergency City government services. All calls to 311 are answered by a live operator, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and services are provided in over 170 languages. Dial 311 from within the City or (212) NEW YORK outside of the five boroughs. TTY service is also available by dialing (212) 504-4115.
  
  
• NYC Service Atlas
  From the New York City Nonprofits Project, locate thousands of nonprofit organizations in New York City by name, location, or activity. Maps provided.
  
  
• New York State Statistics
  The New York State Statistics website is designed to provide extensive statistical information about New York State and its people for the use of government officials, businesses, academics, the media, and interested citizens. It contains information covering demographics, economics, elections, government finance, public safety, housing, education, health, energy, and much more.
  
  
• Craigslist -- New York City
  Non-commercial site with information in the following categories: community, housing, jobs, personals, for sale, services, event calendar, and discussion forums. Sites for other cities also available.
  
  
• NYC Landmarks Preservation Commission Publications
  Designation reports for individual landmarks, historic districts, and interior landmarks, as well as agency forms, guidelines, and brochures and information sheets are all available here.
  
  
• Volunteer Opportunities (New York Cares)
  Founded in 1987, New York Cares provides volunteer projects that are hands-on, team-based, and flexibly scheduled, embracing virtually every volunteer interest.
  
  
• The Beehive
  Information on money, health, school, jobs, and family.