maonah Community Development Center

347-760-2197

28 Curtis Place, Staten Island, NY 10301

News & Activities

Women entrepreneurs at the Oud and Love Cosmetics table during an maonah community bazaar

From its first editions to today, maonah’s women’s bazaar series — Women Connect & Empower — has grown into one of our signature programs, creating real economic opportunities for women entrepreneurs across New York City.

Recent Editions

  • Women’s Empowerment & Networking Bazaar — Saturday, January 10, 2026, sponsored by maonah Center & Crown Hall: buy & sell, kids’ activities & face painting, henna art & crafts, DJ & music, competitions & prizes.
  • Ramadan Bazaar (Women’s Bazaar #4) — February 1, 2026, 2–8 PM, 1907 White Plains Rd, Bronx: buy & sell, resources & awareness, henna & kids’ activities, food & drinks, clothing, jewelry, and perfumes.
  • Women in Small Business Networking Event — March 26, 2026, 11 AM–2 PM, Bay Ridge Manor, Brooklyn: an inspiring afternoon of connection, collaboration, and growth.

Want a table at our next bazaar, or to host one with us? Call 347-760-2197 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Speaker at a podium with the maonah Community Development Center Together We Rise banner

Every organization’s name tells a story. Ours reaches back more than nine centuries.

The Legacy of Queen maonah

We chose our name in honor of Queen maonah bint Ahmad, a remarkable Yemeni queen who led with wisdom and strength more than 900 years ago. Known for advancing education and community development, her legacy reflects the very values we uphold today. At maonah, we don’t just provide services; we carry forward a 900-year-old tradition of leadership and compassion.

Four Pillars

maonah also stands for the four pillars that guide everything we do: Awareness, Resilience, Wellness, and Advocacy.

Empowering individuals and families through education, leadership, and advocacy — that is our mission, and our name is our promise. Together We Rise.

About maonah

maonah Community Development Center

 

maonah Community Development Center Together We Rise, Inc.

empowers individuals and families through education, leadership, and advocacy.

a New York not-for-profit corporation.EIN 41-2478585.

Contact Us

maonah Community Development Center
28 Curtis Place, Staten Island, NY 10301
Phone: 347-760-2197
Email: info@maonahcenter.org