The goal of The New York Times community affairs and media relations department is to enhance the communities that The New York Times serves.

Our focus is on multicultural outreach, arts and literature programs, education and literacy. To support that focus we create programs such as:

			ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) Awards The purpose of this award is to recognize one teacher in New York City whose commitment to his or her students is demonstrated by consistently going “above and beyond” the call of duty to help students learn English and develop the skills needed to build successful lives in the United States.
			New York Times Outstanding Playwright Award Established in 2009 by the Times Company, the program was created to recognize extraordinary new talent in American theater.
			NonProfit Excellence Awards Established in 2007 by the Times Company working with the Nonprofit Coordinating Committee of New York (NPCC) and the New York Regional Association of Grantmakers (NYRAG), The New York Times Company Nonprofit Excellence Awards recognize management excellence within the nonprofit sector. Nonprofits in New York City, Long Island and Westchester County are eligible to apply. Winners are chosen by a selection committee and awards are presented to up to four nonprofit organizations in June of 2009. The awards honor outstanding management practices encourage innovation among New York's large and diverse nonprofit community.
			Carnegie corporation of new york/New York Times I Love My Librarian Award The Award recognizes the accomplishments of librarians for their efforts to improve the lives of people in their community.
			New York Times Information Series Get the facts you need on entering college, buying your first home, starting a business, preparing for retirement or listen to important topics affecting our nation at The New York Times information sessions. These discussions are held periodically throughout the year. The sessions are typically moderated by a Times journalist and feature experts from pertinent fields who share important tips and resources, offer suggestions and provide opportunities for audience members to ask questions. Click here to learn about upcoming sessions.