BUILDING ON COMMUNITY STRENGTH

ONE BLOCK, ONE BUSINESS & ONE RESIDENT AT A TIME

We are a nonprofit organization whose vision is to preserve Bed-Stuy and other neighborhoods of Central and Eastern Brooklyn as desirable places for raising families, owning businesses and taking part in the plentiful cultural, spiritual and recreational opportunities the area has to offer.

Small Biz Support

300+

Affordable Housing Units

400+

Events (Yearly)

100+

ABOUT US

OUR MISSION is to provide civic and economic opportunities
to the residents and small businesses of Central Brooklyn
with an emphasis on low-to-moderate income residents.

6

Organized Merchant Associations across Central Brooklyn

70+

Members of the Bed-Stuy Works Alliance of Block and Resident Associations

1,500+

Individuals received tenant support and/or older adult services

1,300 +

Central Brooklyn young adults employed in our seasonal internship programs

Community Engagement

The Heartbeat & Soul of Bridge Street

“Everything we do at Bridge Street is about community engagement,” declares our President and CEO, Gregory Anderson, in “A Love Letter to Brooklyn.” Echoing this sentiment, he adds, “Brooklyn captures you. There’s always something to do, something to enjoy, and it’s just a feel-good place.”

Here’s a quick video made in partnership with National Grid, showcasing our appreciation and love for our community and Brooklyn. Dive into a bit of what makes our work and this place so special.

(Video: “A Love Letter To Brooklyn” | Created in partnership with National Grid)

PROGRAMS

WHAT WE DO

All of Bridge Street’s programs and activities are designed to promote and advance financial empowerment, social justice, and racial equity. Bridge Street primarily operates six distinct but interrelated
Program Areas: