The Capitol Theatre has been inspired by all of the energy and momentum we are seeing around us. We join in solidarity with the voices of those who stand for racial and social justice. You might be wondering how you can support the struggle for equality in Westchester. Listed below are several ways to make your voice heard, learn and listen, volunteer your time, and spend money at black-owned businesses. There are plenty of ways to help and make a difference in our local community. 

Westchester-Based Black Community Non-Profits

• African American Men of Westchester

  • Dedicated to helping address issues related to education, youth empowerment, domestic violence awareness, and environmental justice.

  • Website

  • 914-949-9463

  • Facebook

• BlackLine

  • Helping folks through crisis and mistreatment one call at a time through an unapologetic Black, LGBTQ+, and Black Femme lens.

  • Website

  • 1 (800) 604-5841

  • Instagram, Twitter

• Black Lives Matter Hudson Valley

  • This is the official chapter of the #BlackLivesMatter network in the Hudson Valley of New York.

  • Website

  • Facebook

• New Rochelle NAACP

  • The mission of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People is to ensure the political, educational, social, and economic equality of rights of all persons and to eliminate race-based discrimination.

  • Website

  • Facebook

• Peekskill NAACP

  • The mission of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People is to ensure the political, educational, social, and economic equality of rights of all persons and to eliminate race-based discrimination.

  • Website

  • 1 (917) 963-7344

  • Facebook, Instagram, Twitter

• White Plains-Greenburg NAACP

  • The mission of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People is to ensure the political, educational, social, and economic equality of rights of all persons and to eliminate race-based discrimination.

  • Website

• Hudson Valley Civil Liberties Union

  • They work to protect and defend the rights and freedoms guaranteed by the Bill of Rights, the U.S. Constitution, and the New York State Constitution, including freedom of speech and religion, and the right to privacy, equality, and due process of law for all Lower Hudson Valley residents. They accomplish this through public education, advocacy, and litigation.

  • Website

  • 914-997-7479

  • Facebook

• Showing Up for Racial Justice - Westchester

  • They are a group of concerned Westchester residents coming together to support SURJ’s role as part of a multi-racial movement to undermine white supremacy.

  • Facebook

• Urban League of Westchester

  • The Urban League of Westchester provides economic empowerment, educational opportunities and the protection of civil rights for the underserved.

  • Website

  • 914-428-6300

  • Facebook, Instagram, Twitter

• Westchester Black Women’s Political Caucus

  • Their mission and purpose are one in the same: To encourage greater participation of black women in all phases of the political process and to project, pursue and support causes and issues which or persons who advance the socio-economic and political position of women and minorities.

  • Website

  • (646) 361-2594

  • Facebook

Westchester Black-Owned Restaurants and Food Services

New Rochelle, NY

• Jolo’s Kitchen Vegan Restaurant

  • 100% Vegan Restaurant in New Rochelle, NY minutes from Manhattan and The Bronx. Open since 2008

  • 412 North Ave New Rochelle, NY 10801

  • (914) 355-2527

  • Facebook, Instagram

• SuggarPlums 

  • The best Soul Food Restaurant in New Rochelle, NY!

  • 534 North Ave New Rochelle, NY 10801 

  • (914) 413-7533

  • Facebook, Instagram

• Roc N Ramen

  • Roc N Ramen Eatery is a charismatic, warm, and inviting experience that reinvigorates authentic Japanese ramen noodles with the Caribbean zest.

  • 19 Anderson St New Rochelle, NY 10801

  • (914) 365-2267

  • Facebook, Instagram

• Sweet Potatoes Restaurant

  • Sweet Potatoes Restaurant & Lounge is a premier destination for authentic soul food and entertainment.

  • 393 North Ave New Rochelle, NY 10801

  • (914) 654-0500

  • Facebook, Instagram

• Krave

  • The all NEW Krave Featuring Caribbean infused tapas!

  • 8 S Duvison St New Rochelle, NY 10805

  • (914) 740-7240

  • Facebook, Instagram

Mamaroneck, NY

• The Luscious Little Dessert Company

  • Specializing in Southern desserts, we use fresh, all-natural ingredients to make our luscious sweets.

  • 360 Mt Pleasant Ave, Mamaroneck, NY 10543

  • (917) 593-8546

  • Facebook

Yonkers, NY

• BK Soul Food & Catering

  • Soul Food restaurant located in Yonkers, NY

  • 1131 Yonkers Ave B Yonkers, NY 10704

  • (914) 237-5083

  • Facebook, Instagram, Twitter

Mt. Vernon, NY

• King’s Southern Delight

  • Fresh soul food located in Mount Vernon, NY!

  • 284 E 3rd St Mount Vernon, NY 10553

  • (914) 668-7335

• Ripe Kitchen 

  • We continuously strive to present the Art, Literature, Music, and Food of our Caribbean culture in new and interesting ways.

  • 151 W Sandford Blvd, Mt Vernon, NY 10550

  • (914) 665-7689

  • Facebook, Instagram, Twitter

White Plains, NY

• Freckle’s Juice

  • Improving the health of our communities and affecting positive change worldwide, by offering our Natural Products such as Raw Organic Juices and Smoothies.

  • 19 Mamaroneck Ave White Plains, NY 10601

  • (914) 949-8111

  • Facebook, Instagram, Twitter

Bronx, NY 

• Freckle’s Juice

  • Improving the health of our communities and affecting positive change worldwide, by offering our Natural Products such as Raw Organic Juices and Smoothies.

  • 3828 Dyre Ave Bronx, NY 10466

  • (718) 994-2999

  • Facebook, Instagram, Twitter

Mount Kisco, NY

• Mimi’s Coffee House

  • What Mount Kisco has wanted - a coffee house with healthy options.

  • 37 S Moger Ave, Mt Kisco, NY 10549

  • (914) 864-1646

  • Facebook, Instagram