Old Brooklyn CDC
Impact & Future
Old Brooklyn is shaped by the people who call it home, the businesses that serve our community, and the organizations and partners who invest in its future.
Since 1974, Old Brooklyn Community Development Corporation (OBCDC) has worked alongside residents, business owners, community groups, and public and private partners to strengthen the neighborhood.
Our work reaches across many parts of community life. From helping a homeowner make essential repairs to supporting a new business, organizing neighborhood events, planting trees, and advancing major redevelopment projects, we work to create opportunities and make Old Brooklyn a better place to live, work, and visit.
Here's a look at how we're making a difference.
Impact Starts Here
Old Brooklyn
at a Glance
47
Businesses retained, expanded, or opened since June 2025
3,145
Volunteer service hours
since the program began in 2023
$713K
Commercial corridor investment over two years
82,000+
Small business video views
on social media in 2026
$88K
Estimated retail value of
home repairs since June 2025
466
Trees planted since 2021
$389K+
Invested in neighborhood
tree canopy since 2019
17,000
Households reached through
the Old Brooklyn News magazine
$12K+
Incentives redeemed at the
Farmers Market combined in 2025 & 2026
People Make the Neighborhood
Old Brooklyn is stronger when people feel connected to their community and have opportunities to get involved. OBCDC brings residents, businesses and organizations together through events, communications, volunteer opportunities and neighborhood programs.
Examples include:
Supporting neighborhood associations and resident-led initiatives
Coordinating the Mighty Volunteer Program
Connecting young professionals through Young Brooklyn
Sharing neighborhood news through Old Brooklyn News and social media
Hosting community events like OB StreetFest and Old Brooklyn Nite
Neighborhood Improvements & Placemaking
Local businesses help shape Old Brooklyn. We work directly with entrepreneurs and business owners to connect them with resources, funding, properties and opportunities to grow.
Examples include:
Providing one-on-one small business assistance
Connecting business owners with grants and funding opportunities
Helping prospective business owners find commercial properties
Supporting business retention, expansion and attraction
Hosting Commercial Corridor Collab meetings
Promoting local businesses through neighborhood communications
Building What’s Next
OBCDC works with property owners, developers, public agencies and community partners to support investment and development throughout Old Brooklyn. From individual properties to larger redevelopment projects, we help move ideas forward while keeping neighborhood needs in mind.
Examples include:
Coordinating the Memphis & Pearl redevelopment project
Supporting commercial and residential development
Connecting property owners with development resources
Working with developers and public agencies
Supporting projects that bring new opportunities and investment to Old Brooklyn
Growing a Healthier Neighborhood
We work to make Old Brooklyn a better place to live, work and spend time. From caring for trees and green spaces to creating places for neighbors to gather, these projects improve the neighborhood and strengthen community connections.
Examples include:
Growing and maintaining the neighborhood tree canopy
Supporting the Old Brooklyn Tree Steward Program
Improving parks, gardens and public spaces
Supporting public art, murals and placemaking projects
Operating the Old Brooklyn Farmers Market
Housing & Real Estate Development
Having access to the right resources, information and support can make a lasting difference. OBCDC connects residents with programs that help them maintain their homes, build practical skills and make informed decisions about their financial futures.
Examples include:
Providing home repairs for eligible homeowners
Conducting Healthy Homes Surveys
Offering hands-on home repair workshops
Connecting residents with homebuyer education
Providing financial literacy resources and programming
Impact Through Partnerships
Strong neighborhoods take collaboration. OBCDC works alongside nonprofits, schools, businesses, government agencies and community groups to help make their work possible and bring additional resources to Old Brooklyn.
Examples include:
Providing fiscal sponsorship and administrative support for community organizations
Helping partners secure and manage grant funding
Connecting organizations with resources and collaborators
Supporting programs focused on education, youth development and community well-being
Working with city departments and elected officials on neighborhood priorities
Our Impact in Action
Every year, these efforts lead to new opportunities, stronger connections, and meaningful improvements throughout Old Brooklyn.
Explore our annual reports to see the projects, programs, partnerships, and people behind our work.
Let’s Grow Old Brooklyn… Together.
A stronger Old Brooklyn takes all of us. Whether you're a resident, business owner, volunteer, community partner, or supporter, there are many ways to get involved.