Urban Upbound

Urban Upbound Our mission is to provide residents of public housing neighborhoods the tools & resources needed to Far Rockaway, NY 11691
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Our mission is to provide residents of public housing neighborhoods the tools and resources needed to achieve economic mobility and self-sufficiency.

3 Locations:

12-11 40th Ave. Long Island City, NY 11101

4-25 Astoria Blvd
Astoria, NY 11102

1907 Mott Ave.

🏆FIRST PLACE! GRAND PRIZE🏆Congratulations to our incredible College Access students for taking home the Grand Prize at t...
06/17/2026

🏆FIRST PLACE! GRAND PRIZE🏆

Congratulations to our incredible College Access students for taking home the Grand Prize at the “The City Hacks the State” Hackathon during NYC Tech Week 2026!

Team Urban Upbound earned an impressive 90.5/100, securing the top score and first place finish in the build competition.

We are incredibly proud of our students for their hard work, creativity, teamwork, and innovative thinking throughout the competition. Their achievement is a powerful reminder of what is possible when young people are given opportunities to learn, grow, and lead.

Congratulations, Team Urban Upbound! 💻🏅

FirstPlace GrandPrize

“Driving for Poverty”…on the greens and on a mission ⛳️🏌🏾‍♂️Our Co-Founder and CEO is taking a swing at poverty one oppo...
06/11/2026

“Driving for Poverty”…on the greens and on a mission ⛳️🏌🏾‍♂️

Our Co-Founder and CEO is taking a swing at poverty one opportunity, one career pathway, and one family at a time.

What an incredible two days at NYC Tech Week 2026!Urban Upbound was proud to participate in “The City Hacks the State,” ...
06/08/2026

What an incredible two days at NYC Tech Week 2026!

Urban Upbound was proud to participate in “The City Hacks the State,” bringing together leaders, innovators, educators, students, and industry professionals to explore the future of technology, artificial intelligence, and workforce development.

Our Co-Founder and CEO, Bishop Mitchell G. Taylor, joined fellow leaders and innovators for a panel discussion on the future of tech and AI in the workforce, emphasizing the importance of ensuring that underserved communities have access to the training, certifications, and career pathways needed to succeed in the growing technology sector.

We were also excited to officially introduce Bridge2Tech, Urban Upbound’s new technology workforce development initiative designed to connect young adults and job seekers to technology training, AI skills, certifications, apprenticeships, and career opportunities.

On Day 2, several of our College Access students joined fellow students, computer science professionals, and technology leaders for “The City Hacks the State” Hackathon, collaborating on innovative solutions and gaining valuable hands-on experience in a fast-paced technology environment.

The future of technology must include everyone. Through Bridge2Tech, we’re helping ensure that the next generation of innovators, problem-solvers, and tech leaders comes from every community.

Thank you to our partners, panelists,students, and everyone who helped make this event a success!

The opening of our Hammel Houses Service Center is another step forward in our mission to break the cycle of poverty and...
06/03/2026

The opening of our Hammel Houses Service Center is another step forward in our mission to break the cycle of poverty and create pathways to economic opportunity.

We are so grateful to see this important work highlighted and look forward to serving more residents through workforce development, financial empowerment, college access, tax services and more!!

Check out the full article to learn how we’re expanding our impact in Far Rockaway.

BIG NEWS! Urban Upbound is launching our new Bridge2Tech program during “The City Hacks the State” at NYC Tech Week 2026...
06/03/2026

BIG NEWS! Urban Upbound is launching our new Bridge2Tech program during “The City Hacks the State” at NYC Tech Week 2026!

Bridge2Tech is our new technology workforce development initiative designed to connect young adults and job seekers from underserved communities to technology training, AI education, certifications, apprenticeships, and career opportunities.

As technology continues to shape the future, we’re committed to ensuring that everyone has access to the skills, networks, and opportunities needed to succeed in the digital economy.

Join us on June 4, 2026, as leaders, innovators, community partners, and young people come together to explore the future of technology, workforce development, and economic opportunity.

â–Ş Learn about the launch of Bridge2Tech
â–ŞConnect with industry leaders and innovators
â–ŞExplore how AI and emerging technologies are transforming our communities
â–ŞStay for sunset networking

The future of tech should be accessible to everyone, and we’re building pathways to make that future possible.

As we reflect on the successful grand opening and ribbon cutting of Urban Upbound’s new Hammel Houses Service Center, we...
06/01/2026

As we reflect on the successful grand opening and ribbon cutting of Urban Upbound’s new Hammel Houses Service Center, we want to extend our sincere gratitude to the incredible community leaders and elected officials who helped champion this important milestone.

A special thank you to , Lisa Johnson, President of the Hammel Houses Resident Association, and Rev. Evan D. Gray, Sr. of Macedonia Baptist Church of Arverne for their unwavering partnership and commitment to uplifting the Hammel Houses community.

We are also grateful for the support of dedicated public servants who champion the needs of our community every day: , , .james.sanders , , and .

Your leadership, advocacy, and partnership help make opportunities for economic mobility possible for the residents we serve. Together, we are building stronger communities and creating pathways to prosperity throughout the Rockaways.

Urban Upbound is honored to announce our ribbon cutting ceremony in collaboration with Hammel Houses Residents Associati...
05/28/2026

Urban Upbound is honored to announce our ribbon cutting ceremony in collaboration with Hammel Houses Residents Association tomorrow, May 29th at 8:30am 🎗✂✨

The grand opening of Urban Upbound’s Hammel Houses office and service center marks a major expansion of the organization’s footprint on the Rockaway Peninsula. At this new location, the residents of the Hammel Houses will have access to a variety of Urban Upbound programming, including workforce development, financial counseling, tax preparation and filing, and more.

We hope that you can join us tomorrow outside of Hammel Houses (82-10 Rockaway Beach Blvd, Far Rockaway, NY 11693) as we celebrate this monumental event, deepening the organization’s commitment to economic mobility and community empowerment.

At Urban Upbound, our Mental Health & Wellness Program was created to help address the growing mental health needs withi...
05/27/2026

At Urban Upbound, our Mental Health & Wellness Program was created to help address the growing mental health needs within our communities.

Through accessible, compassionate, and culturally responsive counseling services, we support youth and adults in building healthy coping strategies, resilience, and emotional well-being.

Our team of mental health professionals supports clients experiencing:

▪️Depression & Anxiety
▪️Trauma & Post-Traumatic Stress
▪️Anger & Stress Management
▪️Family & Relationship Challenges
▪️Grief & Loss
▪️Self-Esteem & Body Image Concerns
▪️Loss of Motivation & Personal Growth

Photo 📷: Earlier this month, our Mental Health & Wellness Director, Queentsha Minor, led a powerful “Mom Guilt” workshop that created a safe and supportive space for mothers to reflect, connect, and share experiences.

Ready to get started? Contact ([email protected]) to connect with one of our mental health professionals.

The month of May marks Mental Health Awareness Month, and at Urban Upbound, we are committed to promoting healthy lifest...
05/26/2026

The month of May marks Mental Health Awareness Month, and at Urban Upbound, we are committed to promoting healthy lifestyles by providing mental health resources that support, motivate, and empower our community through life’s everyday challenges.

This week, we’re spotlighting our Mental Health & Wellness Program.

Our program offers a variety of services designed to support the social and emotional well-being of our clients through an integrated approach centered on healing, growth, and overall wellness. From navigating grief, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem challenges to developing healthier coping strategies, we are committed to supporting our community every step of the way.

Stay tuned all week to learn more about our Mental Health & Wellness Program and how you can sign up for services!

Spring-in to New JOBS!!!The SUNY Queens EOC in collaboration with Urban Upbound and the Central Library in Merrick Blvd....
05/14/2026

Spring-in to New JOBS!!!

The SUNY Queens EOC in collaboration with Urban Upbound and the Central Library in Merrick Blvd. is hosting a hiring event on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at Queens Central Library on 89-11 Merrick Blvd. Jamaica, NY 11432 for jobs in:

Security
Construction
Warehousing
Maintenance
And much more...

âś… You MUST arrive at 10:00 AM or 11:00 AM to Register for the hiring Event that begins at 12:00pm. Please use the QR code on the flyer to register.
âś…Dress Professionally
âś…Bring several copies of your resume

We hope to see you then!!

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12-11 40th Avenue
New York, NY
11101

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Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm

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