August is #NationalImmunizationMonth. Get vaccinated to protect yourself and others against serious diseases. Learn more about staying up to date with your vaccines at https://www2.cdc.gov/nip/adultimmsched/ #ivax2protect
BronxWorks
@bronxworks.bsky.social
501(c)3 nonprofit organization. From toddlers to seniors, we feed, shelter, teach, & support our neighbors to build a stronger community. Support our BronxWorks programs: http://bronxworks.org/donate
Happy National #FarmersMarket Week! Come to the BronxWorks Mott Haven Farm Stand today at Padre Plaza Garden, 541 E 139th St, 9am-12pm, for fresh produce at affordable prices! We accept cash, SNAP Benefits, FMNP Checks, and Health Bucks. https://bronxworks.org/farm-stands/
#TeamTuesday John Faller is excited to run for #TeamBronxWorks in the 2026 #TCSNYCMarathon on Sunday, November 1! Help him make a big impact for children and youth in the Bronx by supporting his fundraising efforts! Donate at https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/runbronxworks.
📣Tonight! Join the 48th Precinct for #NationalNightOut 2026! 📅Date: Tuesday, August 4, 2026 ⏰Time: 4pm-8pm 📍Location: Bathgate Avenue (Between E. 187th St. & E. Fordham Rd.), Bronx, NY 🌧️Rain Location: Mt. Carmel Church Hall (2465 Bathgate Ave.) @NYPD 48 Precinct
Join BronxWorks in celebrating #BlackBusinessMonth and supporting Black-owned businesses in our community. Supporting Black entrepreneurs is a great way to invest in a more equitable future. Explore Black-owned businesses in NYC at https://shopyourcity.cityofnewyork.us/syc-black/
Ken Marshall is the Facilities Manager for BronxWorks. Learn more about him and what else is going on all over BronxWorks in our July 2026 Newsletter, out now: https://conta.cc/4h0uujK
August is #MinorityDonorAwareness Month, dedicated to raising awareness about the critical need for organ, eye, and tissue donations within multicultural communities. Every donor has the potential to make a life-changing impact. Learn more at https://ow.ly/iZHE50Zrne8
Happy August! The first Saturday of every month is National #PlayOutsideDay. Outdoor play is part of daily activities in BronxWorks youth programs, giving children ample opportunities to stay active, explore their communities, and enjoy fresh air. #BronxWorks #GetOutside #GrowingThroughPlay
Build workplace skills, connect with job opportunities, and get ongoing support through the BronxWorks Work Readiness Training Program. Interested? Attend an upcoming information session, held daily August 10-14. Register: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/cxnFUtYG0M #BronxWorks #CareerDevelopment
The latest #BronxWorks newsletter is out! This month, we're taking a look at the capital improvement projects taking place at the Carolyn McLaughlin Community Center! Go to https://conta.cc/4h0uujK to find out what has been happening at #BronxWorks.
It’s never too late to earn your GED/HSE diploma. BronxWorks offers free GED prep classes for adults 18+, including evening classes for working adults and parents. Learn more: EXCEL@bronxworks.org or https://forms.office.com/r/0cGqcxi1tg #BronxWorks #AdultEducation #GED #HSE
The BronxWorks 5K Monster Mash Hunger Dash returns October 24 at 10am! Join us for a fun 5K run/walk, wear your best costume, and help fight food insecurity in the Bronx. Registration and fundraising details coming soon! #BronxWorks #MonsterMash5K #HungerDash
The BronxWorks Farm Stand is open! 1130 Grand Concourse, 10am–2pm, fresh, local produce at affordable prices + live cooking demos. Cash, SNAP, FMNP & Health Bucks accepted. Learn more: https://bronxworks.org/farm-stands/
#MinorityMentalHealthAwareness Month recognizes the unique mental health challenges faced by minorities. Systemic inequities, cultural stigma, and barriers to care continue to shape how minorities and under-represented communities experience and access mental health support.
Thank you to Storyland: The Bronx Book Haven for welcoming our students to the Tell Your Story program! 📚✨ Led by poet Trey Baker, they explored poetry, built confidence, and shared original work with their families. Thank you for helping them tell their stories and shine! ❤️
BronxWorks staff and participants enjoyed Global Citizen’s #FIFA #WorldCup Final Watch Party! The watch party took place at Central Park on Sunday, July 19. Congratulations to Spain on their win! Thank you to Governor Kathy Hochul & Global Citizen ⭕️ for the amazing opportunity!
The BronxWorks Mott Haven Farm Stand is open! Come to Padre Plaza Garden, 541 E 139th St, 9am-12pm, for fresh, local produce at affordable prices! We also offer live cooking demos, and we accept cash, SNAP Benefits, FMNP Checks, Health Bucks, and more. https://bronxworks.org/farm-stands/
The 2026 TCS New York City Marathon is Sunday, November 1! Support #TeamBronxWorks as they raise money for BronxWorks Children & Youth Programs. Meet our runners and donate today at https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/runbronxworks. #TCSNYCMarathon
🎁 The holidays will be here before we know it! Help brighten the season for Bronx neighbors by organizing a gift drive or holiday event. Contact bronxworksdevelopment@bronxworks.org to get involved. Want to help today? Shop our wishlist: https://bit.ly/3TbPj1E ❤️ #BronxWorks
The BronxWorks Bronx Point Early Childhood Learning Center will hold a hiring event Tue. 7/28 from 10am-2pm at Bronx Point, 575 Exterior St. Bring your resume, proof of certification, and references Make a positive impact on Bronx youth! Questions? mbarr@bronxworks.org
Interested in a career in healthcare? Residents ages 18–24 can train as a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant with the Train & Earn Healthcare Careers program at BronxWorks. Join us Fridays at 10am, 550 E 142nd St. RSVP: https://bit.ly/48KmpLO
BronxWorks Supportive Housing sites recently celebrated the end of the school year. Students and their families joined BronxWorks staff at a fun party recognizing their accomplishments. Learn more about BronxWorks Supportive Housing programs: https://bronxworks.org/supportive-housing/
Bronx students and families need your support now! Purchase school supplies from the BronxWorks Leadership Council Wishlist today: https://bit.ly/45grmsJ Donations ship directly to BronxWorks, getting critical supplies into the hands of families who need them most.
The BronxWorks indoor pool at 1130 Grand Concourse is open for swim lessons for children & adults in partnership with Physique Swimming. Register now and learn this lifesaving skill now! Learn more: https://bronxworks.org/aquatics/
The BronxWorks Farm Stand is open! 1130 Grand Concourse, 10am–2pm, fresh, local produce at affordable prices + live cooking demos. Cash, SNAP, FMNP & Health Bucks accepted. Learn more: https://bronxworks.org/farm-stands/
#WorldHepatitisAwarenessDay @WHO observes World Hepatitis Day to raise awareness of viral hepatitis. BronxWorks provides services to those living with chronic illnesses like hepatitis. Learn more at https://bronxworks.org/our-services/chronic-illness-and-health-care-management
The BronxWorks Mott Haven Farm Stand is open! Come to Padre Plaza Garden, 541 E 139th St, 9am-12pm, for fresh, local produce at affordable prices! We also offer live cooking demos, and we accept cash, SNAP Benefits, FMNP Checks, Health Bucks, and more. https://bronxworks.org/farm-stands/
The 2026 TCS New York City Marathon is Sunday, November 1! Support #TeamBronxWorks as they raise money for BronxWorks Children & Youth Programs. Meet our runners and donate today at https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/runbronxworks. #TCSNYCMarathon
TY Monica Morales for inviting #BronxWorks CEO Eileen Torres and Associate VP of Community Health Programs Rachel Gill to Monica Makes It Happen on PIX 11 We loved discussing our Farm Stands with Monica and Roxanne Shante. Watch: https://ow.ly/27nk50Zqfwm
#CulinaryArtsMonth Bronx native @Christian Petroni is an award-winning chef best known for appearing on Chopped, Beat Bobby Flay, and as the joint winner of the fourteenth season of Food Network Star. Petroni is now a frequent guest judge on various Food Network programs.