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Who We Are

The Atlantic Avenue Local Development Corporation (AALDC) is a Section 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization committed to the economic development, cultural enrichment and historic preservation of the Atlantic Avenue area from Fourth Avenue to the waterfront in Brooklyn, New York. Founded by local merchants and community activists, the AALDC is committed to Atlantic Avenue, one of the great streets of New York. It is home to people of various cultural backgrounds, vibrant and successful businesses, long standing institutions, and rich architectural character. This 1.5 mile stretch knits together the established neighborhoods of Brooklyn Heights, Cobble Hill, Boerum Hill and Downtown Brooklyn. In the 1970’s the AALDC sought a way to promote Brooklyn and “welcome” visitors to dine, shop, and enjoy the historic Atlantic Avenue areas. The resulting event was the first annual Atlantic Antic in 1974. In 1986, the AALDC was formed as a 501(c)(3) organization to support the Atlantic Antic and its mission formed to grow these principles into other like programs and advocacy. Today, the AALDC works to improve the quality of life in the neighborhoods surrounding Atlantic Avenue through advocacy, cultural events, outreach/PR and historic preservation. Because business is promoted by preservation of the 19th century buildings on Atlantic Avenue, especially Civil War-era storefronts, the AALDC encourages compliance with the Atlantic Avenue Special Zoning District, which the AALDC helped create. STAFF Executive Director – Tammy Ben-Eliezer-BaxterCommunications & PR Assistant – Shantal MarshallAdministrative & Events Assistant – Christine ObioraEvents Assistant – Carolina Juarez BOARD OF DIRECTORS President – Nat RubinPast President – Christian HaagVice President – Sue WolfeTreasurer – Katya IssaevaSecretary – Sharon Taylor Debra Hare-BeyTerry McMahonRob NormanBilly ThanopolousTammy Ben-Eliezer-Baxter (ex-officio) ...

Merchants

AALDC’s works alongside Atlantic Avenue store and property owners to help increase economic development through historic preservation for the Atlantic Avenue community. By conserving the distinctive architecture and character of Atlantic Avenue we are maintaining a sense of its history and unique quality that gives people the feeling of being some place “special”. For property owners historic preservation raises property values by making the neighborhood a more desirable destination and for merchants, it stimulates business by creating an attractive street that invites customers. For more zoning regulation information click here (PDF of zoning regulation booklet) Provided below are links that further explain about the purpose and benefits of historic preservation: http://nysparks.com/shpo/tax-credit-programs/ http://www.achp.gov/recovery/economic.html http://www.nyc.gov/html/lpc/html/home/home.shtml http://nysparks.com/shpo/national-register/...

AALDC Youth Community Scholarship Program

AALDC YOUTH COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM 2020 Youth Scholarship Programs Scholarship Eligibility Rules and Guidelines Official Scholarship Application WILL OPEN FEBRUARY 12, 2020 Current Youth Scholarship Opportunities – 2020 Scholarships Contact Email: Scholarships@atlanticave.org ABOUT THE PROGRAM: The Atlantic Avenue Local Development Corporation (AALDC) provides opportunities for youth to attend local programs that are enriching while forwarding economic development within the Brooklyn communities of Boerum Hill, Brooklyn Heights and Cobble Hill. The Scholarship Program is open to children ages 4 to 18 who live or attend schools within Brooklyn Public School Districts 13 or 15. Priority Scholarship Awards will be given to low-income families and youth who reside in the 11217 or 11201 zip code; Families with limited financial resources are also encouraged to apply. 2020 SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM PARTNERS EDUCATIONAL/TUTORING PROGRAMS Automatic Studios Brooklyn Robot Foundry Mathnasium of Boerum Hill Camp Pixel READ 718 Camp Yokey PERFORMING ARTS Brooklyn Ballet Brooklyn Music Factory Creative Arts Studio Mark Morris Dance Center PHYSICAL FITNESS/SPORTS Brooklyn Boulders Brooklyn Crescents Lacrosse Brooklyn Fencing Center Dodge YMCA Gotham Archery Gotham Gymnastics SUPPORT OUR LOCAL YOUTH! DONATE TO THE AALDC YOUTH COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM PRESS RELEASES AND MEDIA COVERAGE: First Year Post-Awarding Results Press Release Click HERE AALDC Youth Community Scholarship Program Launch Press Release Click HERE NY Daily News Coverage Click HERE Standing O Courier Life Coverage Click...

"PROUD PRESENTERS OF THE ANNUAL ATLANTIC ANTIC™ FESTIVAL"

46TH ANNUAL ATLANTIC ANTIC™ • SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2020

46TH ATLANTIC ANTIC™

The 46th Annual Atlantic Antic™ Festival will be held Sunday, October 4, 2020.

Vendor Applications will become available by May 1, 2020.

For more information on the largest street festival in Brooklyn click HERE

SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

The AALDC Youth Community Scholarship Program is for children ages 4 to 18.

THE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION WILL AVAILABLE ONLINE STARTING FEBRUARY 12TH.

For eligibility guidelines, rules and application information, click HERE

SUPPORT LOCAL YOUTH!

The AALDC Youth Community Scholarship Program Provides Enrichment Opportunities to Children Ages 4 to 18! Please help us support our local community by donating now!

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