Archive
Stories, press coverage, events and annual reports from Groundswell’s first 25+ years, carried over from our original website. Browse the archive below, newest first.

Groundswell × Brooklyn Justice Initiatives (BJI) Mural Dedication – 10/5/23
In early October 2023, Groundswell partnered with Brooklyn Justice Initiatives (BJI)—a project of the Center for Court Innovation focused on alternatives to incarceration and community-centered justice in Brooklyn—to create and unveil a new mural at BJI’s office space at 25 Willoughby Street in Brooklyn.

Groundswell × Brooklyn Organizations: “Brooklyn Some Love” 2024 Mural
Groundswell NYC collaborated with Brooklyn Organizations to create a vibrant mural at Atlantic Terminal for their “Brooklyn Some Love” show.
2025-26 Fall/Winter Studio Programs at Groundswell
Applications for our 2025-26 Fall/Winter Studio Programs are now open!

Go Back to School with Groundswell
Paintbrushes are ready, sketch pads are open, and pencils are sharpened! We are excited to share with you a behind-the-scenes tour showcasing Groundswell’s school-based murals.

Spring Into Summer 2025 Benefit
Join us for our Spring Into Summer 2025 Benefit, happening this May!

Giving Tuesday 2024 is Here!
Groundswell is participating in this international day of giving. Spread the love and donate to support the next generation of artists at Groundswell!

Register for our 2024-25 Fall/Winter Studio Programs!
Registration is now open for our 2024-25 Fall/Winter After School Studio Programs

Groundswell is thrilled to announce the appointment of Yvonne Martinez Brathwaite as Executive Director of Groundswell Community Mural Project
Learn more about our new Executive Director, Yvonne Martinez Brathwaite!

Brooklyn Org and Groundswell Unveil Mural Celebrating Brooklyn’s Spirit
BK Reader covered our Community Paint Day we hosted with Brooklyn Org!

Groundswell Helps Youth Send a Message Through Murals
NY Family joined us for one of our 2024 Paint Days! Check out the article here

Groundswell & Fifth Avenue Committee joins forces to beautify Brooklyn and offer art opportunities to students
Check out the article by Brooklyn Eagle, highlighting our 2024 Voices Her’d Community Paint Day