Throggs Neck Business Improvement District

05/14/2026

NY Tourism is offering food and beverage businesses free limited edition "borough cup cases." May 15: Food & beverage businesses: request your free limited-edition borough cup cases to receive them by World Cup kickoff (June 11). Register here: https://www.nyctourism.com/worldcup26/fbwc-registration

No later than July 1 (the earlier the better for exposure!): Submit World Cup-themed events, offers, and $26 Five Borough Winners Specials to the NYC event calendar. Open to all NYC businesses, BIDs, and cultural organizations

05/13/2026

05/09/2026

To all the wonderful moms in our neighborhood--Happy Mother's Day!

04/30/2026

All are invited to the FREE Throggs Neck BID/Senator Nathalia Fernandez Health Fair on May 16 at the Derosa-O'Boyle Triangle! Check poster below for details.

04/22/2026

Orange Bank is now open in our neighborhood! The full service bank is located at 3485 East Tremont Avenue, next to Sisto's. Anthony Mormile, a great friend of the Throggs Neck Bid, is the First Senior Vice President.

04/20/2026

Small business opportunity from Fordham University!

04/20/2026

The April 18 Food Distribution event, a joint endeavor with Council Member Aldebol, was a success! Thanks to all who worked to provide healthy edibles to the many who attended. Pictured below, left to right: Patrick Hill from Council Member Aldebol's office, Council Member Aldebol, Rita Stemberger-Jaen, Gerri Colon, Officer Ivan-Nunez. Thanks also to the Crosstown DIner for providing water bottles!

04/13/2026

The NYC Department of Buildings, in partnership with NYC Small Business Services, invites you to an educational training Session, April 16th , 2026 from 1 pm. in the Rotunda at Bronx Borough Hall.
Please RSVP with this link below: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=x2_1MoFfIk6pWxXaZlE773advTg5D1FLvPHwoT6ZofNUNURDMkVZMlQ2UkQ2Skw2QUVVWFFQVllVSS4u

Local Law 75 on Security Grille is scheduled to go in effect on July 1st, 2026. The agency understands that many small business owners within the Business Improvement District have questions about enforcement, violations, permits and who is authorized to install Security Grilles.

04/09/2026

Small Business Resource Guide for FIFA World Cup 2026™
The tournament will run from June 11, 2026, through July 19, 2026

From NYC’s Small Business Services:
New York City’s 183,000 small businesses are our home-field advantage for the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026™. With millions of global fans and visitors expected throughout the tournament, business owners will have major opportunities to reach new customers, boost visibility, and showcase the vibrancy and creativity of NYC’s business community.
As you consider hosting watch parties, creating custom menu items, and promoting your business, the NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS) is sharing this guide on the tools and resources that will help you meet the world at your doorstep.
Questions? Call the NYC Small Business Services Hotline at 888-SBS-4NYC (888-727-4692) Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.!
Resources for Small Businesses
Become a Vendor
Want to help deliver a world-class tournament experience? Submit your interest in becoming a vendor.
Boost Visibility
• Submit your business to be showcased on SBS’s small business directory, Shop Your City.
• Show that you are open for business! Display the Welcome World Badge in your storefront and/or on your website, flyer, uniforms, menus, or event signage (non-commercial).
• Submit your World Cup-inspired event for a chance to be featured on the NYNJ Host Committee website and promoted through social media, public relations, and marketing channels.
• Be a part of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ story: tag and use the following hashtags:
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Obtain Capital
Need flexible capital to power your business? Head to our online marketplace, NYC Funds Finder, to be matched with loans and grants that meet your needs.
Hire New Yorkers
Looking for incredible talent? Tap into our pool of 100,000+ candidates to identify New Yorkers to power your business during matchdays.
Serve a Global Audience
• Interested in throwing a public viewing event? The FIFA Public Viewing Platform will be opening shortly for small businesses to submit their requests for a FIFA World Cup 2026™ Public Viewing License, but submit your interest now and watch this page for updates.
• Connect with your local Business Improvement District (BID) or merchant organization on partnership opportunities with this tool.

More info: https://nyc-business.nyc.gov/nycbusiness/business-services/initiatives/game-ready-nyc--small-business-resource-guide-for-fifa-world-cup