For Our Community

The Apollo is committed to cultivating a vibrant community in Harlem and beyond. As an incubator for social change and a catalyst for civic advocacy for patrons around New York City, the nation, and the world, The Apollo is proud to share resources, organizations, programs, and initiatives that support members of our community in improving their creativity and quality of life.
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Access NYC

Find help with food, money, housing, work, and more on ACCESS NYC, a platform through the NYC Mayor’s Office for Economic Opportunity. There are over 30 programs that you or your family may be eligible for, regardless of immigration status, job status, or if you’re already receiving benefits.

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Artistic Noise

Artistic Noise is a Harlem-based nonprofit consisting of artists, educators, activists, licensed art therapists, and many gifted young people. Through workshops, therapeutic programs, and other artmaking opportunities, Artistic Noise connects and supports youth who are incarcerated, on probation, in foster care, unhoused, or otherwise impacted by the juvenile court system.

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Bed-Stuy Food Share

Free groceries, clothing, and warm meals for anyone in need. The Community Solidarity Bedford-Stuyvesant Food Share distributes outside of Von King/Tompkins Park (on the northwest corner of Lafayette and Marcy) every Saturday afternoon at 3 pm. As with all Community Solidarity Food Shares, all people are welcome to come for groceries or to volunteer. No paperwork or documentation required.

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Emergent Fund

Emergent Fund supports rapid response and emergent organizing, protecting Black, Indigenous, women of color and movement-building (community organizing, base-building, and mobilization) organizations led by women, trans, queer, and gender expansive folks of color. Rapid response includes: community safety support (digital and physical); healing and wellness to soothe and sustain frontline organizers; bail fund and legal support to protect protestors; de-escalation support in anticipation of militia, vigilante violence, and voter intimidation; and more.

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Food Help NYC

Use this application to find locations that offer free food (food pantries and soup kitchens). Hours and locations are subject to change. It is possible additional food locations are open but not featured on this map.

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Free Financial Counseling

NYC Financial Empowerment Center counselors are available to support you over the phone with free financial counseling – it’s secure and confidential.

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Harlem Bomb Shelter

The Harlem Bomb Shelter is a spoken-word and literary arts organization that produces open mics, showcases, workshops, and opportunities for education and empowerment through expression and entertainment. The Harlem Bomb Shelter is a relief from the war and fallout of our everyday lives: where those who make it, pool their resources, experiences, thoughts, and ideas together in preparation to repair and rebuild "the real world."

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Harlem Educational Activities Fund

For 35 years, the Harlem Educational Activities Fund has partnered with families, schools, community organizations and supporters to change the lives of young people from under-resourced New York City communities. HEAF’s high-impact college access program provides academic enrichment, personal development, college prep, and career exposure from middle school through high school and college.

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Healthcare assistance portal from MetroPlus

MetroPlusHealth Virtual Visit is available anytime from anywhere in New York State — 24/7 and in your language. You can connect with a board-certified or licensed provider, including Emergency medicine, trained medical doctors and psychiatrists, social workers, and addiction counselors. Log in or call 1-855-287-3508.

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Mayer Foundation Grant

Economic relief grants to individuals in need who are distressed or suffering as a result of poverty, low income, or lack of financial resources.

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NYC Well

NYC Well is New York City’s free, confidential support, crisis intervention, and information and referral service for anyone seeking help for mental health and/or substance misuse concerns, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. NYC Well is staffed by trained professionals who can help you find the services that best meet your needs.

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NYC’s Rent Freeze Program

Includes Disability Rent Increase Exemption Program and Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemptions Program. Property tax credit covers the difference between the actual rent amount and what you, as a tenant, are responsible for paying at the frozen rate.

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Nontraditional Employment for Women

Nontraditional Employment for Women (NEW) prepares, trains, and places women in careers in the skilled construction, utility, and maintenance trades, helping women achieve economic independence and a secure future for themselves and their families. At the same time, NEW provides a pipeline of qualified workers to the industries that build, move, power, green, and maintain New York.

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One Love Community Fridge

One Love Community Fridge works to eradicate hunger, food insecurity, malnutrition, and the stigma associated with all three. Through an integrated, multi-generational, and inclusive movement, One Love Community Fridge centers access to fresh foods, nutrition education, and sustainability.

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Plentiful (app and website)

Free reservation system connecting New Yorkers with food pantries. Allows those experiencing food insecurity to reserve a spot at a local pantry, check service times, and send feedback.

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Virtual Workforce1 Career Center System

Workforce1, through the New York City Department of Small Business Services, helps New Yorkers prepare for — and connect to — jobs across New York City's five boroughs and in every sector of the economy. Workforce1 professionals can help you identify jobs that fit your experience and skills, prepare for interviews, and access free training. All services are no-cost and do not require in-person visits.

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Behind the Scenes Grant

Financial assistance for those who work in performing arts production, behind the scenes at any type of performance venue, behind the camera, or on the road. Grants range from basic needs to counseling and funeral assistance.

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Craft Emergency Relief Fund

CERF+ provides emergency assistance to artists working in craft or materials-based folk/traditional disciplines that are 18 years or older and have resided and worked in the U.S. or U.S. territories for the past 2 years. These artists must have experienced a recent, unforeseen, career-threatening emergency.​

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Foundation for Contemporary Arts

FCA supports individual artists and collectives working in dance, music/sound, performance art/theater, poetry, and the visual arts through three core grant programs: Grants to Artists, Emergency Grants, and The Ellsworth Kelly Award.

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National Association of Latino Arts and Cultures

The NALAC Fund for the Arts grant program offers various funding opportunities to Latinx artists, arts administrators, ensembles, and organizations in the U.S. and Puerto Rico.

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Brooklyn Org

Supporting nonprofit partners goes beyond funding — and Brooklyn Org continually strives to offer nonprofits robust opportunities to strengthen their organizations. From holding nonprofit gatherings, workshops, and coaching sessions, to investing in online resource libraries and platforms for visibility, Brooklyn Org aims to help partners grow their reach to other funders and donors, and ultimately advance their work across the borough. All Grantmaking Programs and Special Initiatives are operated in alignment with a racial justice lens.

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Groundswell Fund

Their Rapid Response Fund provides the philanthropic community (particularly grassroots organizations led by women of color, trans people of color, and low-income women and trans people) with a vehicle for deploying resources quickly and strategically to reproductive justice and social justice organizations during unexpected and critical campaign fights and key opportunities. Funding ranges from $1,500 to $15,000.

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The Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce

The mission of the Chamber is to improve the quality of life for all residents while developing and attracting quality business and professional services — local, regional, national, and international, ranging from single proprietors to Fortune 500 corporations. Members consist of those who wish to contribute to and thrive from Harlem’s world-renowned vitality and recognition as a tourist, entertainment, sports, arts, cultural, educational, historic, religious, and health services destination of international diversity.

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Washington Heights and Inwood Chamber of Commerce

Small business mentoring program with COVID-19 support links and resources for small businesses, employers, and employees.

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The Apollo Stages at The Victoria Open
The Institution’s First Expansion in Its 90-year History
The Apollo Stages at The Victoria, located just a few steps away from the Historic Theater, allows The Apollo to expand its scope of artistic, educational, and community programs. Designed by Kostow Greenwood Architects, The Apollo Stages at The Victoria is located on the third and fourth floors of the Victoria Theater.
The Victoria as an Institution
The Apollo Celebrates Harlem Week
Join us August 17-18 at the Harlem Week Festival
Join The Apollo on 135th Street between Frederick Douglass Blvd and Adam Clayton Powell Blvd for giveaways, gear, and more! Pop out for on-the-spot Amateur Night auditions and be among the first to hear about The Apollo’s 2024-2025 season!

Restaurant Partners

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The Good Good

1694 Park Ave, New York, NY 10035
Sunday 11 AM–11 PM Monday 5 PM–12 AM Tuesday 5 PM–12 AM Wednesday 5 PM–12 AM Thursday 5 PM–12 AM Friday 5 PM–1 AM Saturday 11 AM–1 AM

The Good Good’s creative “bistro” menu is inspired by the owners shared international and Caribbean heritage and features modern takes on comforting dishes of their childhood Sunday dinners.

Ponty Bistro: French African Cuisine

2375 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd, New York, NY 10030
Monday 10 AM–12 AM Tuesday 10 AM–12 AM Wednesday 10 AM–12 AM Thursday 10 AM–12 AM Friday 10 AM–1 AM Saturday 10 AM–12:30 AM Sunday 10 AM–12 AM

We take great pride in using the freshest ingredients in preparing our dishes, which fuses the sophisticated flavors of West Africa, France, and the Mediterranean for our clientele.

PB Brasserie steak house

60 W 125th St, New York, NY 10027
11 AM–12 AM Tuesday 11 AM–12 AM Wednesday 11 AM–12 AM Thursday 11 AM–12 AM Friday 11 AM–12:30 AM Saturday 11 AM–12:30 AM Sunday 11 AM–12:30 AM

PB Brasserie Steak House, from the mind behind Ponty Bistro, Chef Cisse offers a refreshed dining experience in the heart of Harlem. Located between the Apollo Theater and Marcus Garvey Park, this new venue is set to become a local favorite.

Musette Wine Bar

French-inspired bistro offering a selection of wines, beers, and champagnes

Lido Harlem Restaurant

2168 Frederick Douglass Blvd, New York, NY 10026
Monday 12–10 PM Tuesday 12–10 PM Wednesday 12–10 PM Thursday 12–10 PM Friday 12–10 PM Saturday 10:30 AM–10 PM Sunday 10:30 AM–10 PM

Enjoy fresh, inspired cooking. Our ingredients are almost all locally sourced and organic, and the poultry are meats are from farms that treat animals humanely.

Harlem Shake: Burgers, Shakes and Good Times

100 W 124th St, New York, NY 10027
Monday 11 AM–11 PM Tuesday 11 AM–11 PM Wednesday 11 AM–11 PM Thursday 11 AM–11 PM Friday 11 AM–2 AM Saturday 11 AM–2 AM Sunday 11 AM–11 PM Suggest new hours

From our burgers made with custom blend Pat LaFrieda patties, NY-style, all-beef hot dogs, chicken sandwiches and grilled cheese/melts, to our entrée-size salads, sides and handmade shakes featuring Blue Marble Ice Cream, we use only the highest-quality, all-natural ingredients. Harlem Shake® offers an extensive selection of beer and wine including eight draught beers, specializing in local choices.

Chocolàt Restaurant & Bar

2223 Frederick Douglas Blvd @120th St, Harlem, NY 10026
Monday 11 AM–10 PM Tuesday 11 AM–10 PM Wednesday 11 AM–10 PM Thursday 11 AM–10 PM Friday 10 AM–11 PM Saturday 10 AM–11 PM Sunday 10 AM–10 PM

Chocolàt is a favorite Harlem restaurant with a hue of rich brown color, a decor of large windows and a deep chocolate interior finished in shades of tiffany blue. Chocolàt Restaurant & Bar in Harlem is sure to stimulate your appetite.

BIXI Harlem | Asian-Inspired Dining & Cocktails

2164 Frederick Douglass Blvd, New York, NY 10026
Monday 5–11:30 PM Tuesday 5–11 PM Wednesday 5–11:30 PM Thursday 5 PM–1:30 AM Friday 4 PM–2:30 AM Saturday 4 PM–2:30 AM Sunday 4 PM–12 AM

BIXI is about unexpected food, and fabulous cocktails, delivered by knowledgeable friendly staff.

Azara Kitchen

Our culinary journey began in Burkina Faso, where the rich traditions of West African cuisine were infused with Mediterranean influences discovered in Italy by Chef Ousmane Compaore. This unique fusion of deep-rooted spices and fresh ingredients creates a cutting-edge culinary style that defines Azara Kitchen.

The Fox

2224 Frederick Douglass Blvd, New York, NY 10026
Monday 3 PM–10 PM Tuesday 3 PM–10 PM Wednesday 3 PM–10 PM Thursday 3 PM–10 PM Friday 12 PM–12 AM Saturday 10:30 AM–12 AM Sunday 10:30 AM–10 PM

Whether you favorite sport is football, soccer, cricket, chess or Mongolian archery, we will have it on at The Fox. Just ask and we'll find it for you!

Offer is valid only for Apollo ticket holders, is for one-time use, and must be redeemed on the day of your show.
Restaurant Partners
A complete renovation in 2005 restored The Apollo’s Mainstage Auditorium to its storybook, turn-of-the-century elegance. With its 1,500 seats, state-of-the-art capacities, all-new sound system and extensive roster of support.
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A complete renovation in 2005 restored The Apollo’s Mainstage Auditorium to its storybook, turn-of-the-century elegance. With its 1,500 seats, state-of-the-art capacities, all-new sound system and extensive roster of support services, it is an ideal venue for performances, public forums, fashion shows, television or photo shoots, private fundraising events, weddings and graduations.  complete renovation in 2005 restored The Apollo’s Mainstage Auditorium to its storybook, turn-of-the-century elegance. With its 1,500 seats, state-of-the-art capacities, all-new sound system and extensive roster of support services, it is an ideal venue for performances, public forums, fashion shows, television or photo shoots, private fundraising events, weddings and graduations.

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Half Off for Harlem
Harlem residents, employees, business owners, and students can save 50% on tickets to select performances throughout the season. We welcome our local community to experience our signature programs, returning audience favorites, and thrilling new works by artists who are pushing the boundaries of their art forms while expanding the cannon of African American works. Restrictions may apply.
Share Your Resources
For more than nine decades, audiences have come to The Apollo to experience the healing power of laughter, music, dance, theater, and culture. If you or your organization provide resources and tools that improve the artistry and quality of life of patrons in the Harlem community and beyond, and you would like for your information to be included as a resource on this page, please email community.relations@apollotheater.org and a member of our staff will be in touch.

culture forward

The Apollo creates opportunities for Black cultural expression by supporting emerging artists, new collaborations, and commissions. The Apollo will expand its reach through its upcoming Culture Forward program, ensuring affordable space rentals and access to The Apollo Stages at The Victoria for eligible artists, collectives, independent producers, and small nonprofit cultural organizations.

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Amateur Night Auditions

The Apollo is seeking the best singers, dancers, comedians, rappers, spoken word artists, variety acts, and musicians to compete in  the 2024-2025 season of Amateur Night at the Apollo.

Known as one of New York’s most popular live entertainment experiences, Amateur Night at the Apollo attracts performers and audiences from around the world in a classic talent competition that has launched the careers of countless legendary artists, from Ella Fitzgerald, James Brown, and Stevie Wonder to Lauryn Hill, H.E.R, and Machine Gun Kelly.

Those chosen from the audition will have the chance to perform and compete for the grand prize of up to $20,000.

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The Apollo’s Historic Theater
253 W 125th Street,
New York, NY 10027
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The Apollo Stages

at The Victoria
233 W 125th Street, Third Floor,
New York, NY 10027