Still Here NYC™ for Local Businesses

Be the reason New York stays New York.

New York was built by small businesses, family-run shops, and neighborhood anchors — the ones who stayed, showed up, and gave back even when things got hard.

Still Here NYC® exists to highlight and support those businesses.

Now officially trademarked, Still Here NYC® is entering its next chapter — inviting NYC-rooted businesses to participate in simple, meaningful ways during our annual December campaign.

This is not about big commitments or long-term contracts.

It’s about showing up for your community in a way that feels doable.

Register Your Business for December Below →

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How Businesses Participate

(Choose what fits — most start with Option 1)

Option 1: Give Back Through Sales (Most Popular & Simplest)

Choose one day during December where a small percentage of profits supports Equal Access Youth Scholarships.

• One day only

• Even 5% makes a real impact

• No events or logistics required

Participating businesses are featured on our campaign page and social media as part of our Still Here NYC® Business Spotlights, sharing your story and how you give back locally.

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Option 2: Rally Your Community (Optional)

For businesses that want to do a little more:

Start a Team

Invite staff, customers, or neighbors to walk or run a 1 mile or 5K — anytime, anywhere in December.

OR Host a Meet & Greet

A casual one-hour gathering in your space to connect with customers and neighbors. Some businesses choose to pair this with a give-back day, but participation alone makes a statement.

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Option 3: Become a Sponsor

Support the broader campaign and gain citywide visibility.

• Business name featured on the back of adult Still Here NYC® Run/Walk shirts

• Sponsorship levels range from $500–$15,000

• Ideal for businesses looking for deeper brand alignment and exposure

View Sponsorship Opportunities Below →

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Why Partner With Still Here NYC®

• Simple local impact — real dollars funding real youth access to Equal Access Scholarships into local extra curricular activities and summer camps and Functional Health Awareness initiatives in these programs.

• Visibility that feels authentic — storytelling, not ads

• Community alignment — customers support businesses that give back

• Flexible participation — no one-size-fits-all model

All proceeds support Enders Project Equal Access, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that has already awarded over $150,000 in scholarships to NYC youth.

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Ready to Join?

Whether you choose one give-back day, rally your community, or explore sponsorship, your participation helps keep New York rooted in the people and businesses that make it real.

Register Your Business for December Below →

Still Here NYC®

Stand up. Give back. Stay here.