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"Made in NYC is a nonprofit initiative that supports local manufacturers and makers in New York City. As part of the Pratt Center for Community Development, we provide skills-building programs, marketing and promotional platforms, and small business resources for free to all Made in NYC members. We build a strong community of makers, facilitate local collaborations, and advocate for manufacturing in the city.

Launched in 2003, Made in NYC is currently a community of 1,900 New York City makers and manufacturers. We work towards a more equitable and sustainable local manufacturing sector that creates quality jobs, supports BIPOC entrepreneurs and workers, fosters creativity, and nurtures a thriving ecosystem of goods made and consumed locally. Our membership is free and gives businesses access to all programs, services, platforms and resources. Nearly 70% of new members since 2018 self-identify as BIPOC- and/or Women-owned businesses.

For the Research Yard Open House, we would like to display images of local manufacturing spaces (captured by a Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ alumnae, Jae Grumulaitis), along with printed materials highlighting the Made in NYC initiative. We will also be promoting our annual Made in NYC Week event series, a citywide celebration of local manufacturing and creative entrepreneurship, taking place May 1 to May 9, 2025. Additionally, we will have two Made in NYC members exhibiting their companies, both of whom are also Pratt alumni: DeAndra Craigman Studios and Base Ceramics. "