A new, $48 million, 50,000-square-foot youth recreation and academic support center in Central Harlem, Manhattan, one of the most underserved urban neighborhoods in the country. The project includes a 9,700-square-foot gym, commercial kitchen, cafeteria, performing arts studio, and rooftop play area with an enclosed soccer field. The community center fulfills a key Manhattan Community Board 10 needs assessment request and serves as a community anchor for local youth.

Key Impacts:

• Estimated 142 construction jobs and 40 FTE permanent jobs
• Community space, recreation facilities and academic support for 450 youth daily and 1,500 youth annually