Bridge Street Development Corporation
Civic and Social OrganizationsNew York, United States51-200 Employees
Bridge Street Development Corporation is a faith-based nonprofit organization operating in civic and social spheres, focused on creating partnerships among businesses, government, and community stakeholders to broaden civic and economic opportunities for residents of Central Brooklyn. Founded in 1995 by members of the Bridge Street African Wesleyan Methodist Episcopal Church, the organization emphasizes developing local assets—people, homes, businesses, and organizations—as a core strategy for community improvement. Based in Brooklyn, New York, BSDC pursues a vision of preserving Bedford-Stuyvesant as a desirable place to raise families, own businesses, and engage in cultural and recreational life. Its activities span collaborations and programs that aim to strengthen the neighborhood’s social and economic fabric, grounded in its motto of Building on Community Strength. Recent developments highlight BSDC’s ongoing community engagement, including leadership changes such as the appointment of an interim chair, and collaborative initiatives with public and academic partners to address public safety and community development. The organization has also supported programs like Open Streets and neighborhood events that activate public spaces and encourage local commerce, reflecting its focus on local asset development and cross-sector partnerships within the Bed-Stuy area.
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