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Build Up Justice NYC
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Build Up Justice NYC (formerly Brooklyn A) is a civil legal service nonprofit that believes all New Yorkers deserve equal access to justice.
COPA passes in the City Council! Congratulations to Council Member Sandy Nurse, the New Economy Project, and all fellow members of NYCCLI for all your great work making this happen. BUJNYC is proud to support this historic legislation. COPA is a huge win for a more affordable city!
December 19, 2025 at 1:52 PM
Today is the day—the City Council votes on COPA. COPA will give community land trusts a powerful tool to bring land and housing into permanently affordable community and resident control.

This is how we keep New Yorkers in their homes.

NYC Council: Pass Int. 902-B today!
December 18, 2025 at 8:52 PM
As the year ends, many New Yorkers face tough choices. Help ensure no one loses their home due to lack of legal support. Give by Dec 31! 💜 https://ow.ly/e3ky50XKUqR #donate #lawyer #BUJNYC #YearEndGiving #NYCHousing
December 17, 2025 at 8:30 PM
🎉Congrats to our Executive Director Jessica Rose on being honored as one of City & State NY's Responsible 100! Her dedication to expanding access to justice is inspiring. Check out her Q&A! Here's to Jessie! https://ow.ly/uaAx50XKSJm #BUJNYC #laywer #Responsible100 #NonprofitLeadership
December 17, 2025 at 5:39 PM
TOMORROW: Don't miss our webinar "New Year. New Goals. New Opportunities." with Dime Community Bank at 6PM on Zoom! Learn tips for interviews, resume writing, finding jobs, tax tips, and more. Register here: https://bit.ly/121725JobWebinar
December 16, 2025 at 5:35 PM
We're proud to see our client Deborah and her business, Little Sprouts, lauded by NYC SBS Commissioner Gross in her City & State op-ed. Thank you for highlighting our work through the Commercial Lease Assistance program, and for supporting businesses like Deborah's. https://tinyurl.com/4e2t8z46
December 16, 2025 at 3:03 PM
We've got one last Tax Table in 2025! Sign up now for next week's virtual tax clinic with BUJNYC and Grow Brooklyn to get any of your questions answered in a one-on-one session. We're here to help! Click to register: https://bit.ly/taxtalkthursdays
December 11, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Coerced debt can leave DV survivors with debt for years. A bill awaiting the Governor's signature would allow survivors in New York to have that deb removed by creditors and give them the option to hold their abuser liable. Read more: https://tinyurl.com/ythphe8n
December 11, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Join Build Up Justice NYC and Dime Community Bank next week for "New Year. New Goals. New Opportunities." to learn helpful tips for your job search, interviewing, resume writing, and more. The virtual event is on Dec. 17 at 6PM. Click here to register: https://bit.ly/121725JobWebinar
December 10, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Last week, Gov. Hochul vetoed S7001/A7616, which offered practical, overdue improvements that will fix these broken contract systems.

We will be looking for the Governor to demonstrate her commitment to improve the system administratively, as she said in her veto message. #StandWithNonprofits
December 9, 2025 at 5:00 PM
During National #TaxSecurity Awareness Week, #IRS and the Security Summit share the resources you need to recognize and avoid phishing scams all year long. And check out the agency's webinar from this week on how to protect yourself and your business: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lSqp5PV9ZSM
December 4, 2025 at 5:10 PM
We want to thank the American College of Bankruptcy and the American College of Bankruptcy Foundation for supporting Build Up Justice NYC! The College works to promote the effective use of bankruptcy and insolvency practice, keeping families in stable housing.

Thank you for your support!
December 4, 2025 at 2:47 PM
We are happy to report that #GivingTuesday was a success! Thanks to the generosity of our donors, we exceeded our goal of 57 gifts and unlocked our Board’s matching challenge of $5,500.

Thank you for standing with us and believing in our mission.

Donate: https://bit.ly/BUJ2025YEA

#GivingTuesday
December 3, 2025 at 3:40 PM
#GivingTuesday is almost over!

You still have time to help us reach our goal of 57 donations—AND your gift will have double the impact thanks to our Board’s generous $5,500 match!

Now is the perfect time to support Build Up Justice NYC.

Donate now: https://bit.ly/BUJNYCGT2025
December 2, 2025 at 11:05 PM
🖋️ Governor Kathy Hochul sign S.7001/A.7616 NOW!

For too long NY's #nonprofits have struggled to keep programs afloat amidst contracting delays, inefficiencies, & unnecessary roadblocks.

NY’s nonprofits can’t wait any longer! It's time to #StandWithNonprofits & protect vital services.
December 2, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Last year, Build Up Justice NYC helped more than 5,000 people like Dominique.

Today, your gift is doubled thanks to our Board’s $5,500 match — helping more families, tenants, and small business owners get free legal help when they need it most. 💙

👉 Donate now: bit.ly/BUJNYCGT2025

#GivingTuesday
December 2, 2025 at 5:01 PM
When we show up together, real change happens. Today is #GivingTuesday and your donation to Build Up Justice NYC will be doubled.

Help us reach our goal of 57 donations one for each year we have been fighting for a fairer and more equitable city!

Donate: https://bit.ly/BUJNYCGT2025

December 2, 2025 at 1:15 PM
#GivingTuesday is almost here!

Help us reach our goal of 57 gifts - one for each year that we've been making a meaningful difference in our communities.

Thanks to our generous Board, every donation will be doubled up to $5,500 - get a head start now!

Donate today: https://bit.ly/BUJNYCGT2025
December 1, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Nonprofits are vital to ensuring the dignity of every New Yorker. With new funding from Trinity Church NYC Build Up Justice NYC will continue to bring vital services to the communities we support every day. Thank you for your support!
November 26, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Tomorrow is for turkey; next week is for taxes!

There are two more "Drop-In Tax Table" dates before the year ends. Get your questions answered directly from experts at BUJNYC and Grow Brooklyn. Click here to register: https://bit.ly/taxtalkthursdays
November 26, 2025 at 2:10 PM
#GivingTuesday is a week away! Your gift will be doubled thanks to a $5,500 Board match, helping us provide free legal services to New Yorkers who need them most.

When we give together, we build together. Make your impact today!

Donate Today! https://bit.ly/BUJNYCGT2025
November 25, 2025 at 2:10 PM
A federal judge has upheld the "Protect Our Courts Act," which prohibits law enforcement from making civil arrests of people going to or from state court proceedings without a warrant. We're grateful to see this crucial protection remain in place. Read more in Gothamist: https://tinyurl.com/2647nd3d
US judge upholds NY law banning ICE arrests at courthouses, dismissing DOJ lawsuit
The dismissal marks a defeat in the Trump administration’s efforts to limit so-called sanctuary laws that limit ICE enforcement and cooperation between ICE and local governments.
gothamist.com
November 19, 2025 at 5:43 PM
This #GivingTuesday, every gift counts—and every gift builds toward a more equitable NYC. 💛

Together, we’re building a stronger, more just city. Give now: https://bit.ly/BUJNYCGT2025

#GivingTuesday #BuildJusticeTogether #BUJNYC #legalservices #justice #tenant
November 18, 2025 at 5:15 PM
Get tax help from an expert! Make an appointment with experts from BUJNYC and Grow Brooklyn for this Thursday, November 20th. You can ask any question, big or small, and our team will help you with the next steps. Register here: https://bit.ly/taxtalkthursdays
November 17, 2025 at 7:20 PM
We had a great Friday with CNYCN kicking off a new year of the Homeowner Help Desk! The program connects homeowners to the resources they need to avoid foreclosure, prevent deed theft, and more to keep families secure in their homes. It's a vitally important program and we're proud to be part of it.
November 17, 2025 at 3:05 PM