WHEDco is an organization that features affordable housing, including Bronx Commons, and arts and culture programming through the Bronx Music Heritage Center.
Mission BX: WHEDco: Building a Greater Bronx
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News 12 Takes a Look at New After-School Class Focused on Educating Kids About Cannabis
A new after-school program aims to educate kids about cannabis and its impacts, and those behind the program say it’s needed now that the legal marijuana market is up and running in New York City. At P.S./I.S. 218 Rafael Hernandez Read More …
City Watch With Davon Russell
On the January 29, 2023 episode of City Watch on WBAI 99.5 FM, Host Jeff Simmons focused on how the legalization of recreational use of marijuana has impacted youth with Chalkbeat New York Reporter Michael Elsen-Rooney and WHEDco President Davon Read More …
Educating Kids About the Dangers of Drugs
FOX 5 covers WHEDco’s JAM marijuana lesson, which teaches kids about the harm marijuana causes to developing brains, and helps kids make informed decisions.
Bronx Students Practice Mindfulness
By Mrinalini Nayak and Yi Liu / January 2, 2023 Adriel Cruz, 12, sat in a busy classroom one afternoon with a metal bowl in his hand, eyes closed, listening intently to the striking of the bowl and aligning his Read More …
New Childcare Assistance Available for Eligible Families
If you need assistance paying for child care, you may be eligible to apply today. Contact NYC ACS or your local county Department of Social Services for more info. Si necesita ayuda para pagar su cuidado de sus niños, podrá Read More …
President Davon Russell Named Crain’s Notable Black Leader
WHEDco is proud to announce recognition of our President, Davon Russell, as a notable Black leader and executive in New York. In celebration of Black History Month, Crain’s New York Business selected Davon as one of 105 Notable Black Leaders Read More …
WHEDco Receives $2.5 Million Grant from Mellon Foundation
WHEDco has received a $2.5 million grant from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation to complete construction of the Bronx Music Hall. The 14,000 sq. ft. music hall will be the first newly constructed music performance venue to open in the Read More …
WHEDco Letter Regarding Bronx Building Fire
Dear WHEDco Family, We are grieving the heartbreaking loss of at least 19 community members, and many more who were injured in the fire at 333 East 181st Street on Sunday. The anguish of this tragedy touches all of us. Read More …
WHEDco Year in Review
As another year of meaningful work comes to an end, we are proud to reflect on all that we have accomplished – together – throughout 2021. Watch our Year-End Video to learn more about the ways in which WHEDco has Read More …