When temperatures drop below freezing, the New York City Department of Homeless Services calls a Code Blue. Should you see anyone at risk, especially a homeless individual, please call 311. The BronxWorks Homeless Outreach Team will be dispatched to offer assistance.
BronxWorks food pantries operate on a client-choice model, allowing individuals to select the items they prefer. Distribution is based on family size to ensure appropriate support. We are appointment-based, and all clients must call the hotline (646.596.1316) on the designated call day to schedule an appointment. Appointments are issued on a first-call, first-served basis. Please note that some sites have limited availability, so we strongly recommend calling early, as appointments fill up quickly. Click here for a full list of BronxWorks pantry sites.
Steven H., a rising senior at the Aaron School in Manhattan, returned to BronxWorks this summer for his Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) internship.
Steven works with the BronxWorks Community Health Department. “I am a community service helper,” he says. “I mostly work at the farm stand and do activities with the older adults. I really enjoy coming and working with the Saturday program too.”
Steven (center, in back) working at the BronxWorks Farm Stand in 2024.
Steven, a Bronx resident, joined the BronxWorks SYEP program last summer. He was thrilled to come back to BronxWorks in 2025. “The staff here are really nice. They keep me accountable and make sure I’m getting my work done,” he says. “I wanted to fix any mistakes I made last year and do better.”
Ailsha Sepulveda, Program Coordinator for BronxWorks Community Health Programs, was elated to have Steven back on her team. “Steven is dedicated to growing his professional profile. His dedication has been felt throughout the two years he has been with us. He is kind, quirky and a team player!”
Steven assisting with set up at the BronxWorks Farm Stand.
“I can see myself doing this type of work as an adult,” says Steven. “I’m giving back to the community, and it’s nice to know there’s something positive going on in this city.” During his downtime, Steven really likes to be creative, especially enjoying using his iPad to create and play video games like football and Roblox.
Steven H., a rising senior at the Aaron School in Manhattan, returned to BronxWorks this summer for his Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) internship.
Steven works with the BronxWorks Community Health Department. “I am a community service helper,” he says. “I mostly work at the farm stand and do activities with the older adults. I really enjoy coming and working with the Saturday program too.”
Steven (center, in back) working at the BronxWorks Farm Stand in 2024.
Steven, a Bronx resident, joined the BronxWorks SYEP program last summer. He was thrilled to come back to BronxWorks in 2025. “The staff here are really nice. They keep me accountable and make sure I’m getting my work done,” he says. “I wanted to fix any mistakes I made last year and do better.”
Ailsha Sepulveda, Program Coordinator for BronxWorks Community Health Programs, was elated to have Steven back on her team. “Steven is dedicated to growing his professional profile. His dedication has been felt throughout the two years he has been with us. He is kind, quirky and a team player!”
Steven assisting with set up at the BronxWorks Farm Stand.
“I can see myself doing this type of work as an adult,” says Steven. “I’m giving back to the community, and it’s nice to know there’s something positive going on in this city.” During his downtime, Steven really likes to be creative, especially enjoying using his iPad to create and play video games like football and Roblox.
NYC Health + Hospitals Announces Major Step Forward with Morrisania River Commons Housing Development; BronxWorks Financial Empowerment Center To Be Located On-Site
BronxWorks is excited to announce the opening of a dedicated new office for the Tenant Defense Program.
The new BronxWorks Tenant Defense Program Office.
Since opening our doors in 1972, BronxWorks has worked with the community to address critical issues encountered by our Bronx neighbors. One major issue facing our participants is eviction prevention. Last year, BronxWorks expanded our Legal Services department to include a Tenant Defense Program, offering Right to Counsel services to the Bronx. Universal Access to Counsel is a New York City initiative introduced in 2017 that ensures the right to free legal representation for low-income New Yorkers facing eviction in housing court.
The Tenant Defense Program, comprised of over a dozen attorneys and support staff, will work out of the new office at 818 River Avenue. This site is located in a green-energy, mixed-use development in the midst of the 161st Street commercial corridor.
The new office includes a common area with workstations for every staff member, a large conference room for team meetings, smaller meeting rooms, single-stall gender-neutral bathrooms, a reception area, enhanced security features, and a well-appointed kitchenette. The space was custom-designed for the program, featuring abundant natural light and curated furnishings to maximize comfort and efficiency.
The large conference room at the new BronxWorks Tenant Defense Program office.Outside one of the meeting rooms at the new BronxWorks Tenant Defense Program office. The meeting rooms feature an LED Scheduling screen outside.The Client Welcome Area at the new BronxWorks Tenant Defense Program office.The Reception Desk at the new BronxWorks Tenant Defense Program office.The kitchenette at the new BronxWorks Tenant Defense Program office.An office at the new BronxWorks Tenant Defense Program office.
BronxWorks is excited to announce the opening of a dedicated new office for the Tenant Defense Program.
The new BronxWorks Tenant Defense Program Office.
Since opening our doors in 1972, BronxWorks has worked with the community to address critical issues encountered by our Bronx neighbors. One major issue facing our participants is eviction prevention. Last year, BronxWorks expanded our Legal Services department to include a Tenant Defense Program, offering Right to Counsel services to the Bronx. Universal Access to Counsel is a New York City initiative introduced in 2017 that ensures the right to free legal representation for low-income New Yorkers facing eviction in housing court.
The Tenant Defense Program, comprised of over a dozen attorneys and support staff, will work out of the new office at 818 River Avenue. This site is located in a green-energy, mixed-use development in the midst of the 161st Street commercial corridor.
The new office includes a common area with workstations for every staff member, a large conference room for team meetings, smaller meeting rooms, single-stall gender-neutral bathrooms, a reception area, enhanced security features, and a well-appointed kitchenette. The space was custom-designed for the program, featuring abundant natural light and curated furnishings to maximize comfort and efficiency.
The large conference room at the new BronxWorks Tenant Defense Program office.Outside one of the meeting rooms at the new BronxWorks Tenant Defense Program office. The meeting rooms feature an LED Scheduling screen outside.The Client Welcome Area at the new BronxWorks Tenant Defense Program office.The Reception Desk at the new BronxWorks Tenant Defense Program office.The kitchenette at the new BronxWorks Tenant Defense Program office.An office at the new BronxWorks Tenant Defense Program office.
