At Strengthening Opportunities Actions Resources (SOAR), we believe every individual—regardless of age, background, or circumstance—deserves access to transformative opportunities that unlock their full potential. Since 2016, we’ve served as a catalyst for growth, creativity, and resilience, empowering youth and adults across New York City through dynamic programs that bridge education, wellness, and community empowerment.
What began as a Brooklyn-based initiative to support underserved youth has grown into a citywide force for equity. Fueled by community demand, we expanded to serve adults and businesses, addressing systemic gaps in education, health, and economic mobility. Today, we operate across all five boroughs, but our heart remains rooted in hyper-local collaboration.
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To serve and improve communities by strengthening opportunities, actions, and resources so that its members can grow personally, academically, and professionally
SOAR’s mission drives every program, partnership, and policy. From after-school tutoring in Queens to small business grants in Brooklyn, we tailor solutions to local needs while advocating for citywide systemic change. Our success lies in measurable outcomes: higher graduation rates, thriving businesses, and healthier neighborhoods.
We prioritize accessibility for marginalized groups, including women, Latino/a, Black, Indigenous, immigrant, and low-income communities.
We equip individuals with tools—not charity—to design futures rooted in creativity, stability, and self-reliance.
We partner with local leaders, educators, and businesses to dismantle systemic barriers and co-build equitable solutions.
We evolve programs through community feedback, technology, and research to address emerging needs with urgency.
SOAR’s work centers on six pillars: Awareness (advocacy, education), Business (entrepreneurship, grants), Community (events, volunteerism), Education (tutoring, STEM), Health (wellness, nutrition), and Workforce (training, partnerships). Each pillar fuels systemic change, creating resilient ecosystems where individuals and neighborhoods thrive.
At SOAR, we measure success by tangible, life-changing outcomes. Over the next five years, we’re committed to creating equitable access to opportunity through data-driven programs that bridge gaps in education, wellness, and economic mobility for NYC’s underserved communities.
Engage youth in transformative programs.
Boost grades, confidence, and graduation rates.
Fuel entrepreneurship in underserved neighborhoods.
Promote mental, physical, and community health.
Discover how SOAR turns equity into action. Explore our programs, partnerships, and impact—or join us! Donate, volunteer, or collaborate to uplift youth, businesses, and communities. Every contribution fuels a fairer future.
To serve and improve communities by strengthening opportunities, actions, and resources so that its members can grow personally, academically, and professionally.
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