For the health and well-being of Chhaya staff and community members, our locations in Jackson Heights and Richmond Hill are open on an appointment-only basis. Our counselors continue to offer services remotely. Learn More
Our programs promote and preserve affordable housing through direct service, community organizing, and policy advocacy.
For example, in 2019 we secured $500,000 in down-payment assistance and helped over 50 low-income families and individuals purchase their first home.
Chhaya’s tenant advocacy team has built a strong base of tenant leaders, including the formation of New York City’s first Bangladeshi Tenant Union. In cooperation with our partners and allies, our organizing has contributed to sweeping new tenant protection laws.
A coalition of community organizations working to ensure
basement apartments are safe, legal, and affordable
for NYC tenants and homeowners.
Main Office:
37-43 77th St, 2nd Floor, Jackson Heights, NY 11372
Contact: 718.478.3848; info@chhayacdc.org
Richmond Hill Center:
121-18 Liberty Avenue, 2nd Floor, Richmond Hill, NY 11419
Contact: 718.374.3371; info@chhayacdc.org
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