April 22 is #EarthDay, a global reminder of our shared responsibility to protect the planet we all call home. This powerful image of Earth from NASA’s Artemis II mission offers a striking perspective, that our world is connected and shared by all of us.
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3 weeks away! Join us May 12 at 583 PARK AVENUE for the BronxWorks 2026 Lifting Lives Gala, an evening dedicated to supporting programs that build opportunity and long‑term stability across the Bronx. Get tickets now: https://bronxworksgala.givesmart.com
College students! BronxWorks offers College Success Workshops designed to help navigate the college journey with confidence. Our last workshop of the spring is this Thursday! Bring your burning questions! Contact Program Coordinator Angela Rodriguez for more information.
Thank you to BronxWorks Porter Obour Kwaku (right) for going above and beyond! When a visitor lost her heirloom wedding ring at BronxWorks, Obour searched through a day's worth of trash until he found it. Thank you to the The New York Times for featuring this story! https://bit.ly/3OOdz8c
April is #AutismAwarenessMonth. Scott Lentine is an autistic self-advocate and poet who uses his writing to express his yearning for acceptance and appreciation—and his voice to advocate for disability rights and critical resources.
It’s After-school Professionals Appreciation Week, and we want to thank all our BronxWorks after-school professionals who are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of Bronx youth! This week celebrates you--the #HeartOfAfterschool!
🚲 Just 2 weeks away! On May 3, #TeamBronxWorks rides in the TD Five Boro Bike Tour, and our riders need help reaching their goals. Every dollar supports BronxWorks programs for children in our shelters. Donate today: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/bronxworksbike
Looking for affordable fresh fruits & vegetables? Come to the #BronxWorks Produce Market every Thursday at 1130 Grand Concourse, Bronx, NY. We accept cash and EBT/SNAP Benefits. Contact Raymond at rschwabacher@bronxworks.org for more information. #bronx #HealthyEating
April is National #ChildAbusePreventionMonth. The more adverse childhood experiences a person has, the greater the risk for negative outcomes later in life. We all can play a role in helping to protect the safety and well-being of children. Learn more: https://ocfs.ny.gov/programs/prevention/
BronxWorks staff gathered for our Annual Staff Meetings, reflecting on the year’s successes and looking ahead to what’s next. We also welcomed Deputy Mayor of Health & Human Services Dr. Helen Arteaga, and we celebrated staff milestone anniversaries!
Get your tickets now and invest in the long-term success and growth of the Bronx. Join us at the BronxWorks 2026 Lifting Lives Gala on Tuesday, May 12 at 583 PARK AVENUE Reserve tickets and sponsorships today at https://bronxworksgala.givesmart.com
BronxWorks is collecting Prom & Graduation clothing for Bronx students and families through April 30! Donate new or lightly used dresses, suits, ties, and accessories. Learn more: https://bronxworks.org/prom2026
Now enrolling at BronxWorks Bronx Point Early Childhood Learning Center! 🎉 Full‑day care for children ages 2–5 with early literacy, social‑emotional learning & meals. Mon–Fri, 8AM–6PM. To apply, contact us at 646.393.4047.
College students! BronxWorks will host a virtual recruitment event on Handshake today, Thu. April 16 at 10:30am. Learn about our mission, programs, current vacancies & more! Sign up for the event on the @joinhandshake.bsky.social app or visit joinhandshake.com and search for BronxWorks.
We’re excited to welcome Emmy Award–winning journalist Lynda Lopez, Midday Anchor on 1010 WINS, as a special guest at the BronxWorks 2026 Lifting Lives Gala on May 12! 🎉 Learn more and reserve tickets now: https://bronxworksgala.givesmart.com
April 15 is #JackieRobinson Day! April 15 marks Jackie Robinson’s MLB debut for the Brooklyn Dodgers, breaking the color barrier for African Americans. The seven-time All-Star finished his MLB career with a lifetime .313 batting average & was elected to the Hall of Fame in 1962.
The ACCESS NYC Cooling Assistance Program Application is open for New Yorkers to apply for free air conditioners and fans. This benefit can help you afford to cool off during the hottest days. Check your eligibility at access.nyc.gov/programs/cooling-assista...
#TaxDay is today! We are still accepting walk-ins at our NYC Free Tax Prep sites today for those who qualify. Learn more at www.bronxworks.org/taxes!
College students! BronxWorks will host a virtual recruitment event on Handshake today, Thu. April 16 at 10:30am. Learn about our mission, programs, current vacancies & more! Sign up for the event on the Handshake app or visit joinhandshake.com and search for BronxWorks.
4 Weeks away! Join us May 12 at 583 PARK AVENUE for the BronxWorks 2026 Lifting Lives Gala—an evening dedicated to supporting programs that build opportunity and long‑term stability across the Bronx. Get your tickets now before it’s too late! https://bronxworksgala.givesmart.com
College students! BronxWorks offers College Success Workshops designed to help navigate the college journey with confidence. The next workshop, on Student Rights & Advocacy, is this Thursday! Contact Program Coordinator Angela Rodriguez for more information.
#MondayMotivation April is #ArabAmericanHeritageMonth. Lebanese-American surgeon Dr. Michael DeBakey, the father of modern heart surgery, helped make open-heart surgery possible through innovations like the roller pump.
Tax Day is two days away! Book an appointment with a BronxWorks #NYCFreeTaxPrep certified tax professional to file accurately and claim all eligible credits. Book now: https://bronxworkstaxes.as.me/Taxtime
🚲 Support the BronxWorks TD Five Boro Bike Tour team as they raise money for BronxWorks programs for children living in our shelters for homeless families.
Create brighter futures for Bronx youth! Learn more ➜ https://bronxworks.org/biketour
#TDFiveBoroBikeTour #RideForACause
April is #DonateLifeAwarenessMonth. This month, #BronxWorks recognizes the impact of organ donation. Learn more about organ donation at https://organdonor.gov
April 11 marks the start of Black Maternal Health Week, which brings attention to high maternal mortality and morbidity for Black mothers in the U.S. BronxWorks offers programs aimed at improving maternal health. bronxworks.org/our-services/health-well... #BMHW26
One evening. A lasting impact. The BronxWorks 2026 Lifting Lives Gala supports the long-term success of children like Ataliah, who attended the BronxWorks Early Childhood Learning Center and is now thriving in high school. Join us May 12 at 583 PARK AVENUE! 🎟️ https://bronxworksgala.givesmart.com
Thank you to Deputy Mayor Helen Arteaga for visiting the BronxWorks Living Room Drop‑In Center for Homeless Adults. Grateful for the thoughtful conversation and shared commitment to supporting people who are unhoused. We look forward to building a strong partnership.
College students! BronxWorks will host a virtual recruitment event on Handshake Thu. April 16 at 10:30am. Learn about our mission, programs, current vacancies & more! Sign up for the event on the @joinhandshake.bsky.social app or visit joinhandshake.com and search for BronxWorks.
BronxWorks is collecting Prom & Graduation Clothing for Bronx students and families! Please donate new or lightly used dresses, suits, ties, and accessories to support Bronx students. Learn the different ways to donate or support this event at https://bronxworks.org/prom2026