Serrano Announces $1.675 Million in Youth Program Funding for The Bronx

“The funding I secured for these great organizations for next year will help them to continue their vital work helping at-risk youths in the Bronx to move towards more positive lives,” said Serrano. “Over the years, we have learned that supporting these programs is one of the most effective social policy tools that we have. These organizations provide a variety of services, including academic support, educational programming, and mentor/mentee relationships for some of our most vulnerable young people. Turning troubled youth away from destructive lives has so many benefits for the community. All of these efforts are truly saving lives, and we must continue to support these important programs. I applaud these organizations for their work, and pledge to remain on their side into the future.”

The groups receiving funds include Abraham House; Bronx Council on the Arts; El Museo del Barrio; Mary Mitchell Family and Youth Center; Northwest Bronx Community and Clergy Coalition; Rocking the Boat; the Bronx Community Pride Center; the Point Community Development Corp.; Youth Ministries for Peace and Justice; the Sports Foundation Inc.; and the Northwest Bronx Community and Clergy Coalition.