The Empower Your Well-being Blog

💖 Serve with Purpose: Strategic Holiday Service Projects Join The NMG Free Food Alliance on December 16th & 18th! This December, we are pivoting holiday appreciation into a high-impact, strategic service initiative: the NMG Free Food Alliance. We invite you to join us for two crucial service days that combine community building, holistic growth, and gratitude as we lay the foundation for our 2026 programming. This is the essence of "if not me, then who". 🗓️ The Dates and Location Join us on Tuesday, December 16th and Thursday, December 18th for service shifts. The events will be hosted at the Alliance location: Refettorio Harlem / Emmanuel AME (37 W 119th St, Harlem, NYC). 💡 Your Immediate Impact This is a chance to provide tangible hope while contributing valuable sweat equity: Service in Action: We will be writing personalized "You Are Loved" messages on meal giveaway bags for Free Food Harlem recipients. Operational Support: Volunteers will ass...

As the Founder of the Empower Your Well-Being Sessions and Chair of NMGv EmpowerYou Foundation, I find myself on a profound journey for my own well-being and care for the community. My divine Thanksgiving experience day—focused on serving the community of Harlem and Free Food Harlem —was a powerful reminder of how important holistic health is to true empowerment. We are committed to empowering you for lasting positive change, and that change must start from within. My soul loves being of support and serving others. That is why I am so proud to share the details of our core well-being initiative, a vital resource for our community, including our brave firefighters, first responders, and veterans: the Empower Your Well-being 6-Week Resilience & Clarity Program. Empower Your Well-being: 6-Week Resilience & Clarity Program We know that achieving empowerment and managing high-stress roles requires a solid foundation of physical health and mental clarity. Our structured program is d...

Hello Community, Get ready for an extraordinary morning designed to nourish your connections, inspire your entrepreneurial spirit, and uplift your well-being! The NMGv EmpowerYou Foundation is thrilled to invite you to a special event that perfectly blends community engagement with holistic self-care. Join us for our exclusive Business Spotlight Meet & Greet, followed by our revitalizing Chair Yoga and Gratitude Meditation session! 🌟 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM: Business Spotlight Meet & Greet Kick off your day by connecting with inspiring entrepreneurs and fellow community members in a relaxed, welcoming environment. This is your chance to expand your network, share ideas, and find new avenues for collaboration and support. Featured Spotlight: We are incredibly excited to showcase Troy, Founder of Sugar Hill Juice Co.! 👉 Read our full Business Spotlight feature on Troy & Sugar Hill Juice here! Discover the story behind a business where health, culture, and community converge to c...

  The Heart of the Mission At the NMGv EmpowerYou Foundation, we believe that true empowerment is holistic. No one should have to build their well-being and digital future alone. Especially when facing hunger or isolation, support is essential.  That is why we are thrilled to highlight a vital community resource and a growing alliance that aligns perfectly with our core values of Holistic Growth and Community. We are proud to stand alongside a powerful coalition of partners to bring nourishment, dignity, and fellowship to Harlem. Meet the Alliance This initiative is a collaboration of "neighbors helping neighbors," bringing together faith, service, and food justice: The Mission Continues (TMC)  /  Travis Manion Foundation (TMF) :  Veterans continuing their service in the community. Emmanuel AME Church :  Providing the sacred space and community anchorage. Free Food Harlem & Refettorio Harlem : Providing culinary excellence and food justice. NMGv E...

Well-being Resources for Lifestyle, Connection, and Growth We are thrilled to welcome you to the first issue, a space dedicated to sharing our journey and empowering our community. We're excited to officially launch the "Empower Your Well-being" newsletter , created to foster community growth and a renewed sense of connection. Our initial rollout has two transformative offerings: Chair Yoga and Gratitude Meditation led by our amazing Partner Guide, Làlita Dunbar. Her dedication and commitment to well-being is a core offering to our mission. You can read her full inspiring bio and professional credentials here: Meet Làlita Dunbar These sessions are designed for everyone, regardless of age, mobility, or experience level. Our phased approach began this fall with our inaugural Community Garden partner location, Maggie's Garden located at 564 W 149th St, Harlem NYC, USA. You can see the positive energy from our inaugural sessions right now! View photos and updates on ...