5min read · by KindRise’s founder, a Brooklyn resident
How to Fundraise in Prospect Lefferts Gardens, Brooklyn
Prospect Lefferts Gardens (PLG) sits on the eastern edge of Prospect Park, with historic blocks, a vibrant Caribbean and African-American community, and an unusually active set of community gardens and block associations. That grassroots energy is a real engine for local fundraising.
Common PLG causes
- Community gardens: the neighborhood has a dense, beloved network of them
- Block associations: greening, tree care, and street improvements
- Schools & youth programs
- Cultural initiatives & mutual aid
Where to share locally
Post your donation page on Nextdoor and local Facebook groups, connect with the PLG neighborhood association and community gardens, and share through nearby schools and churches. Flyers along Flatbush, Rogers, and Parkside Avenues reach many neighbors. Brooklyn Community Board 9 covers PLG.
A local tip
PLG rallies around its gardens and green space. Causes tied to a named community garden or a visible block project spread fastest here.
See the Brooklyn fundraising guide or a neighbor: Prospect Heights, Crown Heights.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I share a fundraiser in Prospect Lefferts Gardens?
Share on Nextdoor and local Facebook groups, with the PLG neighborhood association, community gardens, nearby schools and churches, and on flyers along Flatbush, Rogers, and Parkside Avenues.
What do people in Prospect Lefferts Gardens usually fundraise for?
Common causes include community gardens, block-association and greening projects, school and youth programs, cultural and Caribbean-community initiatives, and mutual-aid funds.