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Zone 126 Celebrates
15 Years of Success

Together, we are building a stronger, more equitable future—one student, one family, and one community at a time in Astoria & Long Island City, Queens.

Become a Supporter of Zone126

Donate to Zone126 at a level that works for your budget. Donations help us provide critical support to children in your community

$50

Friend of Zone

Provides one week of healthy snacks for 5 students, ensuring they are nourished and ready to engage

$100

Community Supporter

Supports 10 students in Creative Arts Therapy through the Painting Lunch Club

$126

In the Zone Champion

Delivers targeted outreach to re-engage a student at risk of chronic absenteeism

$260

Attendance Advocate

Sustains one month of personalized attendance mentorship

$500

Student Success Partner

Provides two months of consistent mentorship, supporting improved attendance and academic progress

$1260

Community Builder

Supports a full semester of wraparound services for one student

$2600

Impact Leader

Funds a small cohort of students in after-school or Creative Arts Therapy programming

$5000

Equity Champion

Advances a CARE initiative, addressing essential needs such as food access or laundry services

$12600

15-Year Visionary Circle

Drives a comprehensive, school-based attendance strategy impacting dozens of students

Together, we are building a stronger, more equitable future—one student, one family, and one community at a time in Astoria & Long Island City, Queens.

In 2013, the graduation rate at Long Island City High School was approximately 60%. Today, it stands at 80%. This transformation reflects what is possible when sustained investment is made in communities anchored by public housing, shifting outcomes for young people, their families, and the community toward a future defined by promise.