Organization Details:

SoBRO is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in the South Bronx by strengthening businesses and creating and implementing innovative economic, housing, educational and career development programs, for youth and adults.

Description and/or History:
SoBRO employs a comprehensive approach to economic development in the South Bronx. Founded to reverse the flight of businesses and jobs from the community in the 1970s, SoBRO’s programming has expanded over time to respond to the growing needs of the South Bronx and our growing capacity as an organization. SoBRO addresses all facets of community development: assisting businesses to get started and grow, training residents according to the needs of employers, offering opportunities for youth to grow and learn, and creating affordable housing and commercial space that reduces blight in the community.

Contact people:

Ayca Ergeneman, Vice President, (718) 732-7520, (email) Ryan Max, Assistant, (718) 732-7521, (email)

Address:

555 Bergen Avenue Bronx, NY 10455 (See a map)

Directions:

Nearest Metro/Subway Stop: 3rd Avenue and 149th Street,   Walk distance (in minutes): 2