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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Public Supporters
Mayor's Office · NYC Council · Manhattan Borough President · NYS Senate · NYS Assembly
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
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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
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
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.

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