For the majority of each day, the fourth floor library at Samuel Stern MS 7 is empty. Due to the school’s lack of resources, there is no dedicated staff member…

How did you first get involved with 826NYC and why did you decide to volunteer? Ned: A colleague of mine recommended the position.  I LOVE SUPERHEROS!!!! Ben: I have an…

*While this training has passed, it’s still possible to get involved! Fill out a volunteer profile here, and you’ll receive an email directing you to our volunteer orientation signup form. …

1. How did you first get involved with 826NYC and why did you decide to volunteer? I think I discovered 826 shortly after discovering Dave Eggers, like 2005/6. And I…

In about four months, 826NYC will be releasing a book of poetry with the help of a generous $10,000 donation from AT&T. The poems are yet to be written, and…

On Saturday, January 9th, young writers from across New York City came together in 826NYC’s secret library for the launch of the 826NYC Review, Issue No. 6. Every year 826NYC publishes…

Comedian, writer, and actress Giulia Rozzi (Vh1, Chelsea Lately, Moth Grand Slam Champion) first came to 826NYC in July 2015 for her volunteer orientation. In December of the same year she generously…

1. How did you first get involved with 826NYC and why did you decide to volunteer? I spent my summer doing random, as-needed volunteering. For example, I taught senior citizens…

Michele first got involved with 826NYC because of her love of writing and teaching. Today, she has logged over 200 hours as a volunteer at 826NYC! We’re thrilled to recognize…

January will be Alyse’s two year anniversary at 826NYC. In that time, she’s taught a workshop full of aspiring sleuths how to solve mysteries through storytelling, comforted many a student…