Made in NYC’s Gifted & Talented guide is the go-to resource for those “impossible to shop for” friends and family members who have an appreciation for locally-produced products that give back to NYC communities.
Press Release – Brooklyn, NY November 29th, 2018 – Made in NYC (MINYC), an initiative of the Pratt Center for Community Development funded by the New York City Council to help New York City’s manufacturing businesses, launches its 3rd annual “Gifted & Talented” online holiday campaign. Featuring a collection of 50 curated gift ideas sourced from Made in NYC member companies, the guide provides consumers the opportunity to support businesses, entrepreneurs, and workers creating exceptional products across New York City’s five boroughs.
This year’s Gifted & Talented campaign shines a spotlight on the diversity of NYC’s local food and beverage products and the businesses responsible for this collection of award-winning items, which includes everything from specialty coffee from Brooklyn’s Ludwig Coffee to piquant Malaysian Curry Paste from Queen’s Mama Lam’s to the distinctive superfood blends of Sustainable Snacks from The Bronx.
The mouthwatering selection of food-based gifts is matched by an exceptional array of gift ideas that will surprise and delight. Among these are apparel made from sustainable fabrics from Bronx-based Miakoda, up-cycled bow ties from Taz the Taylor in Brooklyn, and the pet-lovers’ favorite, Amuse Pooch dog treats from Queens.
“This holiday season, I encourage New Yorkers and visitors alike to support our local entrepreneurs and do their holiday shopping from vendors featured in Made in NYC’s Gifted & Talented guide. I know I will. Thank you Made in NYC and the Pratt Center for Community Development for their commitment to New York City business this holiday season,” said Council Speaker Corey Johnson
The Gifted & Talented guide links consumers directly to each manufacturer’s online store. Buying directly from businesses expands opportunities for consumers to become better acquainted with the people behind the products and learn the unique stories of the entrepreneurs and pioneers remaking the image of 21st-century urban manufacturing.
“If you want to keep New York authentic, diverse and a city of neighborhoods, shop this year’s Made In NYC’s Gifted & Talented holiday campaign,” said Adam Friedman, Executive Director of the Pratt Center for Community Development, which hosts MINYC. “Buying locally is always a good idea. Particularly during the holiday season, supporting NYC’s homegrown entrepreneurs truly serves to build community and create local jobs.”
Made in NYC’s social media channels will broadcast the campaign by highlighting products and companies through the end of December 2018. Connect with this experience by following Made in NYC on:
- Instagram: @madeinnewyorkcity
- Twitter: @madeinnyc
- Facebook: FB.com/madeinnewyorkcity
Experience the 2018 Gifted & Talented Holiday Gift directory online at: madeinnyc.org/articles/holiday-2018 running now through December 31st, 2018.
About Made In NYC
Made in NYC (MINYC), an initiative of the Pratt Center for Community Development funded by the New York City Council, the US Economic Development Administration, and private contributions, was created to support the entrepreneurs and innovators creating high-quality, high-value products made locally by New Yorkers for local and global distribution. Our member businesses advance New York City’s vibrant and diverse economy by creating sustainable jobs in communities across the five boroughs. Close to 1,200 companies representing all major industrial and manufacturing sectors in NYC are represented on the MINYC website. For more information and where to find and support local NYC manufacturing businesses, please visit: www.madeinnyc.org.
About Pratt Center for Community Development
The Pratt Center for Community Development has worked for the past 50 years for a more just, equitable and sustainable city for all New Yorkers by empowering communities to plan for and realize their futures. As part of Pratt Institute, the Center leverages professional skills in planning, policy analysis, and advocacy to support community-based organizations in their efforts to improve neighborhood quality of life, attack the causes of poverty and inequality, and advance sustainable development. Visit us at www.prattcenter.net.
About Pratt Institute
Founded in 1887, Pratt Institute is a global leader in higher education dedicated to preparing its 4,700 undergraduate and graduate students for successful careers in art, design, architecture, information and library science, and liberal arts and sciences. Located in a cultural hub with historic campuses in Brooklyn and Manhattan, Pratt is a living lab of craft and creativity with an esteemed faculty of accomplished professionals and scholars who challenge their talented students to transform their passion into meaningful expression.
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