Spark of Hudson 2022 Send-Off
Our motto at The Spark of Hudson is “learn together”. We’ve learned so much this year from our community: how to show up, listen and help make an impact. We’re excited to continue learning from you (and together) in what we hope will be a happy, healthy new year for us all. -Susan + Albert
Thankful for our community. Photo: The Spark holiday party at Lil’ Deb’s Oasis
Spark 2022 Highlights
128 Hudson residents are now receiving $500 a month (no strings attached) with the launch of the 3rd cohort of HudsonUP, our UBI pilot. A study on the first two years was just released here.
Back rents were paid to city landlords, including the Hudson Housing Authority (via HCHC), to prevent dozens of Hudson residents from being evicted.
An array of learning sessions launched from climate, crypto, and investing to food security, housing justice, and entrepreneurship.
114 free air conditioners were installed in Hudson homes, making these past two summers a little more bearable for many families. Special thanks to GHPN for this back-breaking work and for being our partner in so many initiatives (including HudsonUP).
West Taghkanic Diner + Mutual Aid
The West Taghkanic Diner became a member of The Spark family. Meals are scrumptious (try them out) — but there’s more. On off-days, the diner is transformed into a mutual aid kitchen, preparing meals for our community. Read More
Community Cocktails
We invited community leaders to gather and identify ways to collaborate. The Sparktail (cocktail) was a big hit at Padrona.
We’ve also sponsored:
Beautiful Racket Music Festival
Black Entrepreneur Market
GHPN Block Party
LatinX Festival
Monarda Ear Acupuncture
Splashy Tyme Kickball Showdown
Waterfront Wednesdays
Charles Williams Park
We held a fun day of community input on revitalizing Charles Williams Park — we’re excited to support city renovations.
The Spark Stage featuring Davon & Friends at Hudson Hall’s Winter Walk
Hope your new year is filled with love, learning and a little pizazz.