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Groups of 8-10 teenagers sit at round tables in discussion groups.

The Harris Project Brings CODA Awareness to YCF

On Sunday, February 9th, the Youth Community Fund welcomed Stephanie Marquesano, founder of The Harris Project, to speak at their meeting.
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A large room full of adults and teens sit at round tables and talk with each other.

50 Local Residents & Teens Volunteer as Evaluators

On Thursday, January 30th, residents from Bronxville, Eastchester, and Tuckahoe gathered at the Eastchester Community Center to kick off The Community Fund’s 2025-2026 grant application evaluation cycle.
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Photo of a special needs-focused ballet class with teen participants.

Bronxville Ballet’s Special Needs Program Thrives with YCF Support

By Elizabeth Barnes and Maya Mincak. ...Dimas launched a new ballet program for special needs residents (high-school aged and older) of the BET community.
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Call to Join YCF Leadership and Member Teams

By Peggy Belles, Amy Korb, and The Community Fund of BET Board The Youth Community Fund (“YCF”) is looking for interested students to join its leadership and member teams! The YCF is a group of high school students from Bronxville, Eastchester, and Tuckahoe who want to make an impact in their community. YCF Leadership is...
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Six White teenagers pose for a group photo at paddleball courts during a tournament fundraiser.

Youth Community Fund Holds 2nd Annual Paddle Tennis Tournament

By Sofia Caballes, Co-Chair, Public Relations, Youth Community Fund Whoosh! Bam! Thwack! Swoosh! These are only a few sounds made at the Youth Community Fund’s (“YCF”) successful second annual paddle tennis tournament at the Siwanoy County Club on February 12th. The tournament attracted over 55 participants from Bronxville, Tuckahoe, and Eastchester, and participants of all...
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Four people of of different races and genders pose for a photo at an outdoor basketball tournament.

Community Spirit On Display at 3-on-3 Youth Basketball Tournament 

Over 100 teens from Bronxville, Eastchester, and Tuckahoe enjoyed competition and community building at The Community Fund’s 3 on 3 Youth Basketball Tournament on Sunday, October 16th. The tournament was held at the Tuckahoe Main Street Basketball Courts and welcomed 26 teams in boys’ and girls’ divisions from grades 6-12. Players were required to reside...
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YCF Awards Grants to Four Area Nonprofits

Recipients included Backyard Sports Cares, Inc., Bronxville Ballet Not for Sale, Maxwell Institute, and South East Consortium for Special Services.
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YCF Awards Grants to 4 Area Nonprofits

...YCF awarded $9,500 in grants to 4 youth-focused area nonprofits. Recipients included Backyard Sports Cares, Inc., Bronxville Ballet Not for Sale, Maxwell Institute, and SE Consortium for Special Services...
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Teens of various racial backgrounds and ages dance together in a ballet class.

Bronxville Ballet & YCF Partner on Special Needs Programming

By Kamryn Keating and Hope Hershberg, Public Relations Co-Chairs, Youth Community Fund Ana Dimas is the founder of Bronxville Ballet and its nonprofit arm, Bronxville Ballet NFS, which provides ballet classes and ballet dresses to children in need. Dimas’ top priority is to ensure that every dancer feels special and beautiful. She also guarantees that...
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Angst documentary poster

YCF to Highlight Teen Anxiety at Doc Screening

On Monday, March 6th, the Youth Community Fund will host a special screening of the documentary “Angst: Raising Awareness Around Anxiety” at The Picture House in Bronxville. This 90-minute event will feature a viewing of the film followed by a virtual Q&A and expert panel discussion. High school students and parents from Bronxville, Eastchester, and...
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