

About Off the Block
see it to be it
Our motto is "See it to Be it”, a philosophy built on harnessing the unparalleled cultural, educational, and natural wonders of New York City and the tri-state vicinity. We craft immersive experiences that broaden horizons and crystallize the principle that witnessing and engaging with the world's richness empowers children to dream without limits. Through our programs, we aim to make infinite possibilities tangible for every child, inspiring them to see and believe in a future they can aspire to and achieve. We’re proud to currently partner with local community groups that share our mission and The Robert A Taft Houses Residential Association to hyper-focus our experiential programming and resources on a specific communities in Harlem, which allows us to form genuine bonds of trust and affection between our organization and its residents. Throughout this process, we’re gathering concrete data that further demonstrates the power of inspiring a new generation through our programming.

Our Mission
Break the cycle and shatter generational poverty.
Our Vison
Inspire and Empower kids to achieve their dreams
What We Do
Embracing our "See it to Be it" philosophy, Off the Block harnesses the unparalleled cultural, educational, and natural resources of New York City and the tri-state area. Our highly-curated, immersive, and educational experiences not only broaden horizons but allow the children of The Taft Houses and other local community groups that share our mission, and eventually other underserved communities, the opportunity to witness and engage with the world's richness, empowering them to dream without limits.