826NYC is proud to share that we have earned the 2026 Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency, the highest level of recognition awarded by Candid, the leading source of nonprofit data in the United States.

The Platinum Seal is Candid’s highest designation and is awarded to organizations that demonstrate an exceptional commitment to transparency, accountability, and measurable impact. This distinction places 826NYC among a small percentage of nonprofits nationwide that meet Candid’s most rigorous standards for public disclosure.

Achieving the Platinum Seal requires comprehensive reporting on an organization’s financial health, governance, strategy, and outcomes. It signals to donors, partners, and the public that a nonprofit is committed to openly sharing how it operates and the impact it is making.

At 826NYC, transparency is foundational to our work. We believe our community deserves a clear understanding of how resources are stewarded and how those resources directly support young writers across New York City. This recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to responsible leadership and to delivering meaningful, measurable results in service of our mission.

Each year, 826NYC provides innovative creative writing and publishing programs to more than 3,500 students across all five boroughs, helping young people develop confidence, creativity, and agency through the power of writing.

“To us, transparency is about more than reporting numbers—it’s about honoring the trust our community places in us,” said Rebecca Darugar, Executive Director of 826NYC. “Earning Candid’s Platinum Seal reflects our commitment to operating with integrity, communicating openly, and ensuring that every investment in 826NYC helps create meaningful opportunities for young writers to grow, express themselves, and thrive.”

To qualify for the Platinum Seal, 826NYC has publicly shared:

• Strategic goals and organizational priorities
• Quantitative performance and impact data
• Leadership and governance information
• Ongoing efforts to build trust through transparency

We are grateful to our supporters, partners, and community members whose trust makes this work possible. This recognition strengthens our commitment to accountability and reinforces our promise to remain transparent as we continue expanding access to high-quality writing education.

Learn more about 826NYC’s profile on Candid.