Gun Hill Community Center

Program Overview

MMCC’s Gun Hill Community Center is a Cornerstone program committed to delivering programs and services that support humanity, diversity, and equity. Aligned with DYCD’s mission, this free program focuses on the whole person, providing opportunities for participants ages 5-18 to explore, experiment, learn, and develop positive attitudes and skills to support social-emotional growth at every stage of life. MMCC believes that strengthening social-emotional competencies promotes academic success and allows individuals to grow into their best selves.

MMCC's Philosophy

“Building Communities One Life at a Time” - MMCC serves over 35,000 people annually with a commitment to individual attention and comprehensive support.

Location & Contact Information

Detail	Information
Address	745 Magenta Street, Bronx, NY 10467
Borough	Bronx (Williamsbridge/Norwood)
Provider	Mosholu Montefiore Community Center, Inc.
Website	mmcc.org
Phone	(718) 882-4000
Email	frontdesk@mmcc.org

Program Details

Cost

Free - No cost to families

Age Range

Ages 5-18 (Elementary through High School)

Program Type

Cornerstone

Category

Youth Development

What Participants Experience

MMCC’s Cornerstone programs provide comprehensive youth development through:

Social-Emotional Learning:

• Self-awareness and self-management
• Social awareness and relationship skills
• Responsible decision-making
• Emotional regulation and resilience
• Positive identity development

Academic Success Support:

• Homework help and tutoring
• Literacy and math enrichment
• Study skills and organization
• Connection between SEL and academic achievement
• School engagement strategies

Arts & Recreation:

• Creative arts projects
• Sports and physical fitness
• Performing arts opportunities
• Hands-on making and building
• Cultural exploration

Community Connection:

• Service learning projects
• Leadership development
• Civic engagement
• Building sense of belonging
• Intergenerational programming

Whole-Person Development

MMCC’s approach recognizes that academic success requires more than just tutoring - it requires social-emotional health, positive relationships, and a sense of purpose and belonging.

About Mosholu Montefiore Community Center

“Building Communities One Life at a Time”

MMCC at a Glance:

• 35,000+ children, teens, adults, and seniors served annually
• 70+ years of community service in the Bronx
• Multiple locations across Bronx and Manhattan
• Comprehensive services from early childhood through senior years
• Committed staff stepping forward to guide and nurture
• Individual attention - often the only place people can turn

Comprehensive Family Services:

Early Childhood:

• 5 Child Development Centers
• Head Start and Early Head Start
• Pre-K for All
• Child care services

Youth Development:

• Afterschool programs with enrichment until 6pm
• Mosholu Day Camp (35+ years serving Bronx families)
• Boys & Girls Club teen centers
• Saturday Academy programs
• Sports and recreation
• Special needs programs

Education & Career:

• College Bound Program (1,000+ students, 400 college-bound graduates annually)
• Youth Employment (ages 17-24)
• Workforce Development and Continuing Education
• ESL classes

Family Support:

• Crisis case management
• Food pantry
• Free tax preparation (VITA site)
• SNAP assistance
• Immigrant legal services
• Pregnancy prevention education

Seniors:

• 3 free senior centers (ages 60+)
• Hot meals daily
• Exercise, arts, computers
• Case work and benefits assistance

Recognition & Accreditation:

• BBB Accredited Charity
• GuideStar Gold Transparency
• American Camp Association (ACA) accredited

How to Enroll

1. Visit Gun Hill Community Center Stop by 745 Magenta Street to tour the facility and meet staff.

2. Call MMCC Main Office Contact (718) 882-4000 or email frontdesk@mmcc.org to inquire about enrollment.

3. Explore MMCC’s full services Visit mmcc.org to learn about comprehensive family programming.

4. Complete registration Fill out enrollment forms with emergency contacts and health information.

5. Submit required documents Provide proof of age, address, and immunization records.

6. Attend orientation Participate in program orientation for youth and families.

Required Documents

• Directoryenrollment-packet/

  • Youth registration form
  • Emergency contact information (minimum 2)
  • Medical/health information
  • Immunization records
  • Proof of age (birth certificate)
  • Proof of Bronx residency
  • Photo release consent (optional)
  • Pick-up authorization with IDs

Nearby Amenities

Transportation

Gun Hill area with good transit connections:

• Subway: Gun Hill Road Station (2, 5 trains) - 0.6 miles
• Subway: Burke Avenue Station (2, 5 trains) - 0.5 miles
• Bus: Bx10, Bx16, Bx28, Bx34 routes serve the area
• Express Bus: BxM4 to Manhattan
• Bike: Growing bike infrastructure in the Bronx
• Car: Free street parking; driveways common

Community Resources

Williamsbridge Oval Park

Major 20-acre park with track, fields, playgrounds, and recreation center at 3225 Reservoir Oval (0.4 miles)

Mosholu Library

NYPL Bronx branch at 285 East 205th Street with programs and resources (0.5 miles)

52nd Precinct

NYPD at 3016 Webster Avenue with community policing (1.1 miles)

FDNY Engine 79

Fire station at 3250 White Plains Road (0.6 miles)

Nearby Groceries & Shopping

• Foodtown Supermarket - 3040 Webster Avenue (0.8 miles)
• Fine Fare Supermarket - Multiple Bronx locations
• Key Food - 226 East 204th Street (0.5 miles)
• Bravo Supermarket - Latin groceries
• Food Bazaar - Large supermarket chain
• Gun Hill Shopping - Retail corridor nearby

About Williamsbridge/Norwood

Gun Hill Community Center serves families in the Williamsbridge and Norwood neighborhoods of the northeast Bronx. These residential communities offer:

Family-Friendly Features:

• Affordable housing options
• Tree-lined residential streets
• Mix of apartment buildings and houses
• Multiple parks and green spaces
• Growing small business corridor

Educational Resources:

• Several public schools
• Private and parochial schools
• Bronx Community College nearby
• Lehman College accessible
• Library branches

Parks & Recreation:

• Williamsbridge Oval - major park
• Mosholu Parkway - green corridor
• Van Cortlandt Park - nearby
• Bronx Zoo - accessible via transit
• New York Botanical Garden - close by

Community Character:

• Working and middle-class families
• Strong Latino community (Dominican, Puerto Rican)
• African American families
• Growing immigrant diversity
• Multi-generational residents
• Strong sense of community
• Active neighborhood associations

Safety & Services:

• Community policing programs
• Volunteer ambulance corps
• Fire safety programs
• Neighborhood watch groups

Whole Family Support

If your child is enrolled at Gun Hill Cornerstone and your family needs help with food (pantry), taxes (free prep), SNAP benefits, ESL classes, or other services - MMCC can help! They provide comprehensive family support, not just youth programming.

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Last Updated: November 25, 2025