Casita Maria

Gala hosted by Jackie Weld Drake to raise funds to help Hispanic children in the South Bronx, providing them with after-school arts education and emotional support as an alternative to gangs and crime.

  • Program Area

    Education

  • Location

    New York, NY

  • Year Granted

    2023

  • Grant Amount

    $20,000
Casita Maria

About Grantee

Founded in 1934, Casita Maria serves youth, families, and the community in the South Bronx through arts, culture, and education. Originally established to support Spanish-speaking immigrants, it now provides a safe haven and enrichment for all people of color. Casita Maria's state-of-the-art facility opened in 2009, expanding its role as a beacon of hope and excellence.

Grantee Website
  • Jackie Weld Drake, longtime chair of Casita Maria Center for Arts & Education speaking at Castia Maria Fiesta Gala 2023.
  • Honoree Jennifer Fischer speaking at Castia Maria Fiesta Gala 2023.
  • Casita Maria’s Executive Director Felix Urrutia Jr. speaking at Castia Maria Fiesta Gala 2023.
  • Honoree Nelson Albareda and Omer Pardillo at Castia Maria Fiesta Gala 2023.
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