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YUCA empowers teenagers from low-income communities with transformative art making knowledge and skills that benefit them and their neighborhoods.

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In 1970, the Young Lords, the Black Panthers, and local health workers started the Lincoln Detox People’s Program at 349 E. 140th Street.

The ear acupuncture protocol they developed there is now used in recovery programs around the world.

Next week, we break ground on the building’s next chapter: the HEArts Center. It will be a home for health, education, and arts, stewarded by the Mott Haven–Port Morris Community Land Stewards, our community land trust.

Groundbreaking Ceremony: Wed 9/23, 11am Community Celebration: Sat 9/26, 1–6pm.

Historic photos courtesy of @motthavenhistorykeepers and the Mott Haven Photo Museum, created by @djcharliehustlemusic. And yes, that’s @algowellness, Walter Bosque, in the middle of slide 4.

#MottHaven #SouthBronx #YoungLords #HEArtsCenter #CommunityLandTrust

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A new mural blooms at the West 168th Step Street, “Tropical Passage,” is a vibrant step street mural inspired by the rhythms of nature, movement, and the cultural identity of the Bronx.

In partnership with @whedcospeaks , @nancy_mendez_artist , and @yucaarts, members of the community helped paint tropical flowers and lush foliage to create a visual journey upward, transforming the staircase into a living landscape 🌸🌸🌸.

#whedco #yucaarts #bronxart #nancymendez #NYCDOTArt Two artist pose for a picture in front of a colorful tropical step street mural that they painted.

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Hip Hop is more than just music: it’s art, entrepreneurship, storytelling, dance, creative expression, and so much more.

That's why we're proud to support organizations like @YUCAarts, which empowers Bronx youth to use creativity as a pathway to opportunity, leadership, and community change.

Want to help make this work possible?

For a limited time, every gift to our Summer Campaign will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $50,000. Your donation helps support organizations like YUCA Arts and invests in the future of The Bronx.

Donate today through the link in our bio.

#ByUsForUs #thebronx #thebronxcommunityfoundation #CommunityInvestment #HipHopMonth

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🤔How do you begin a large scale painting across roughly 75 steps that are travelled on day in and out? By manually sweeping each and every step, then connecting to a fire hydrant and power washing them, and then priming each and every step! That was me and @nancy_mendez_artist beginning process on 7/14. Shout out to @yucaarts for power washing for us!

#mural #publicart #joker

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Thank you @bronxtimes for the awesome write up of @nancy_mendez_artist and I. Thank you Nancy for bringing me on board, this project was so much fun.
Shout out to these amazing groups for making public art possible 🤍
@whedcospeaks @yucaarts @nyc_dotart

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It’s been a few years since I’ve posted these photos so I decided to dream big and always be inspired. Thank you to my supporters. 💪🏾🥰 I love this art and I want to thank the creators for sharing it. 💯

@nycthrive @yucaarts

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My City, My Classroom
Photography Exhibition by Azekiwe Providence
The Boogie Down Grind Cafe
868 Hunts Point Avenue, 10474
June 25, 2026 - July 10, 2026
Opening Reception
Thursday June 25, 2026: 6pm-7pm
@wallworkstwo
@yucaarts
@artphunk.tv
@uneek_vizion
@hsanyc
@bg183tatscru @nicertatscru
@boweryuncappednyc
@paint_n_piece
@a.k.lovelace
@bev.erly1
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My City, My Classroom
•Photography Exhibition•. •by Azekiwe Providence•
At The Boogie Down Grind Cafe
868 Hunts Point Avenue, 10474
June 25, 2026 - July 10, 2026
Opening Reception
Thursday June 25, 2026: 6pm-7pm
Come Celebrate with Me & @theboogiedowngrind cafe

@inspirationpoint.arts
@wallworkstwo
@littleshopofgorgeous le
@yucaarts
@booneavewalls
@graffitihalloffame_nyc
@thepointcdc
@kreate.hub
@bronxmuseum
@hsanyc
@cunyedu
@artphunk.tv
@visumoore
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There’s still a chance to get your Pa’lante Merchandise! DM us and we’ll get it to you👕🧷

There will also be a chance to purchase at Metro Graduation on May 23rd, be on the look out for more information 😉🎓

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We held our annual Affiliate Convening last week with over 100 attendees!

Our theme, Building a Coalition of Hope, focused on how we can all work together to provide tangible hope to communities in need. We were honored by guest speaker Pastor Sherin Swift of New Life Fellowship Church as our keynote speaker, plus singer-songwriter Ginny Owens as our worship leader.

We also introduced 13 new affiliate partners, honored 6 affiliates who have partnered with us for 25+ years, and highlighted 4 affiliates who have made a difference this year.

What a wonderful day revealing bright spots and possibilities ahead—more to come!

📸 @garlandquek

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Yesterday we celebrated these amazing four BOSS women who completed the Boss Up Teen Entrepreneurship Program! They worked hard at developing out their ideas and each received $500 toward their newly realized businesses 🎉 We are grateful for @jamilatdavis for working with our collaborative @cc4y @yucaarts and @leadbyexampleharlem and helping our young people fulfill their dreams! #community #southbronx #bossup #entrepreneurship #youth

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MacE CM @booneavenuewalls ..Some character work from #lovedeathrobots Featuring NiCeO & ChaZeO.. #cm Mom &Dad & Aaliyah !! Thanks to @wencod & @silo1ne_fx_booneavewalls Keep it going Gentleman!!
Thanks to @uneek_vizion @kraigblueartist for the assistance!!! Until next time..

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