Become a part of NYC History

Help us build MCN's Cultural & Education Center at 168 2nd Avenue — a permanent home for Muslim Americans in the heart of Manhattan.

Capital Campaign MCN Community Center Capital Campaign — Become a part of NYC History
Help MCN Purchase a Permanent Home in Manhattan

MCN has raised $4 million in public funds to purchase the lots. We need to raise an additional $3.4 million by March 2026 to close the deal — every contribution moves us closer to a dedicated cultural and education center.

$4M
Raised to date
$3.4M
Remaining goal
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Shaping the Narrative #MuslimByMuslims

Muslims Defining Our Own Narrative.

MCN is NYC's go-to civil-society nonprofit redefining and shaping the Muslim experience in the United States — through community education, leadership development, advocacy, and service.

2003 Established
New York City Serving Since Day One
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Muslim Community Network — community gathering
MCN
Community · Faith · Action Serving New Yorkers every day
MCN community event
Est.
2003

Muslims Defining Our Own Narrative

MCN is NYC's go-to civil-society nonprofit creating a space where Muslim voices lead. We build inclusive communities through education, youth leadership, civic engagement, and interfaith bridge-building.

From hate crime prevention to community service, our programs are rooted in both our faith values and a deep commitment to social justice across New York City and beyond.

Education
Leadership
Advocacy
Service

Numbers That Tell Our Story

Every number represents a life touched, a community strengthened, and a future shaped.

2400+
Meals served annually through our monthly soup kitchen
2000+
Iftars distributed in Ramadan with Islamic Relief USA
1200+
Community members in civic education workshops on rights & education
215+
Women served across 8+ districts through DV workshops & financial literacy
New for 2026

Introducing Impact Academy

A transformative educational initiative designed to develop the next generation of Muslim leaders and changemakers. Workshops, cohorts, and community learning — built for NYC, open to all.

Explore Impact Academy
MCN Impact Academy
20th Anniversary Gala
I've been able to better understand my identity as a Bengali Muslim American, trying to implement the best of both cultures to become the best version of myself.
Masrur Chowdhury 2019 Emerging Peacemaker Program Participant