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NIDC THANKSGIVING Turkey Giveway!
The birds were flying out the door at the Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway on East Tremont Avenue!
Eastchester Gardens Community Center | Thanksgiving SHare: Community Potluck
“It was a great turnout! Always a pleasure to volunteer!” said one attendee. “I look forward to this event every year–I like how you bring the community together,” added another happy participant.
Community Clean-up at Walter Gladwin Park!
NIDC brought together volunteers on Nov. 8th to clean along the East Tremont corridor, mulch tree pits and plant tulips for spring.
Citywide Participatory Budgeting: PS/MS 89 NIDC Youth Staff Share Ideas for How to Spend “The People’s Money”
As part of “The People’s Money” (the NYC Civic Engagement Commission’s Citywide Participatory Budgeting program), NIDC held an “Idea Generation” session at PS/MS 89 on Veteran’s Day.
Eastchester Gardens Community Center celebrates Halloween!
Eastchester Gardens Community Center did a double dose of Halloween celebrations!
Halloween Hit the Bronx and NIDC was there for it!
NIDC welcomed Halloween this year in nonstop fashion. From a Haunted House packed with scary fun to a first-ever Halloween celebration for Crotona tenants, NIDC amped up the festive spirit of the holiday.
NIDC Annual Soiree Celebrated the Spirit of the Bronx!
This unforgettable evening brought together local leaders, neighbors, and supporters to honor the strength and spirit of the Bronx while raising critical funds for youth programs, family services, housing advocacy, and more!
Kendra Scott’s “Shine Bright, Do Good” Program Raises Funds for NIDC
Early holiday shopping spread even more good cheer on Friday, Oct 17 at The Westchester Mall where Kendra Scott’s “Shine Bright, Do Good” program donated 20% of their profits to NIDC.
St. Barnabas Residents Shared Ideas for “The People’s Money”
As part of “The People’s Money” (the NYC Civic Engagement Commission’s Citywide Participatory Budgeting program), NIDC held an “Idea Generation” session at St. Barnabas Senior Apartments on October 22nd.
The Annual Fall Festival with CM Amanda Farías kicks off the season
This year’s Fall Festival in Soundview Park gave a big turnout of Bronx families a day of non-stop food and fun! Thanks to District 18 Council Member Amanda Farías and her staff for a wonderful event!
NIDC Joins the Bronx 49th Precinct for Fun-A-Ween!
The 49th Precinct hosted over 250 children and adults at the annual Fun-O-Ween event, giving goblins young and old a day filled with seasonal activities and scary fun!
annual Bronx block party celebrated the community with a full day of music and fun
NIDC joined with over a 1,000 of our neighbors and had a blast in the Bronx! We even had the NIDC Cheer Team showing their award-winning moves in their vibrant new uniforms. Thanks to our sponsor, Optimum, and to all our wonderful community partners:
Free puppet show in Bronx park was entertaining for all!
It was a beautiful afternoon on Sept 6th as over 50 children and adults alike gathered to watch the Pippi Longstocking Puppet Show at Bronx Park Oscar Comrass Mall.
NIDC supports Bronx 49th Precinct and National Night out against crime
The 49th Precinct, Precinct Community Council and NIDC celebrated a successful National Night Out Against Crime at Loreto Park in the Morris Park Community, bringing together the Police and the Community to encourage better communication and support.
Celebrating NIDC Participation in “The People’s Money” with CEC NYC (Civic Engagement Commission NYC)
NIDC joined Dr. Sarah Sayeed, Chair and Executive Director of the Civic Engagement Commission (and a Bronx resident!) and the NYC CEC team as she congratulated Citywide Participatory Budget partners for all their efforts in civically engaging their communities.
Paws, Pose and Slay the Runway: A Tail-Wagging Celebration of Style and Civic Pride
On a sunny Saturday afternoon, Walter Gladwin Park transformed into a vibrant runway of paws and personality for “Paws, Pose and Slay the Runway,” a doggie fashion show hosted by NIDC’s Economic Development department in partnership with Dogs of Mott Haven.
La Calle Es Tuya: A Celebration of Culture, Commerce, and Community in East Tremont
East Tremont Avenue came alive with rhythm, flavor, and community spirit during La Calle Es Tuya, a two-part street activation event hosted by NIDC.
Last Call to Vote in The People's Money
Vote in The People’s Money by June 25, 2025 to decide what projects in the Bronx the City will spend its budget on!

