MAJOR MILESTONES

THE Y CELEBRATES ITS CONTINUED GROWTH

The Y recently marked the oneyear anniversary of the opening of the Northeast Bronx Y and announced the launch of the Center for Community Impact.

In one year, the Northeast Bronx Y has served over 7,700 people, including teaching 925 people about swimming and water safety. With support from Assembly Speaker Carl E. Heastie, the Y was able to provide nearly $500,000 in financial assistance to make programs accessible, and has also hosted free community events such as a holiday toy drive, family movie nights, and a coat drive for 130 families in Edenwald Houses. The Northeast Bronx Y also partnered with the NYPD Community Affairs Bureau and Catholic Charities to host a community baby shower and collaborated with Council Member Kevin Riley to host a community job fair.

The Center for Community Impact (CCI) will further our work to ensure that all New Yorkers have the opportunities and resources they need to reach their full potential. CCI’s four immediate priorities are: Nutrition and Food Security, Older Adult Services, Mental Health Support, and Swim Instruction and Lifeguard Training.•