Renaissance Youth Center

10/02/2026

ROOTS IN THE BRONX — EPISODE 1 IS LIVE!

Grammy-winning artist Ron E joins host Bervin Harris to talk about his Bronx roots, the impact of Renaissance Youth Center, his music journey, and working with artists like Chris Brown, Tank, Hitmaka, Jim Jones & more!

Watch now on YouTube!
https://youtu.be/BHjlVzRWLLA?si=ZG-voKuPBYnuuCXk

Bervin Harris Renaissance

Welcome to Roots in the Bronx, a new series from the Renaissance Yo...

09/29/2026

October is right around the corner!

We’ve got a full month of opportunities for our youth and community, from Open Houses and Bronx Chorus Auditions to Youth Council and more!

Check out our October lineup and mark your calendar. We look forward to seeing you at RYC!

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www.renaissanceyouth.org

09/28/2026

A quick look back at an amazing night!

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us a few weeks ago for the Yankees vs. Rockies game! Every ticket purchased helps directly fund the renovation of Renaissance Youth Center's home for the thousands of youth and families we serve.

Special thanks to the New York Yankees for making this evening possible!

New York Yankees Yankee Stadium

09/23/2026

We’re grateful to The Bronx Times and Hoodline for taking the time to highlight Renaissance Youth Center and the work we’re doing for young people and families in the Bronx.

Thank you for helping tell our story and shine a light on the programs, students, and community that make RYC what it is.

Check out the articles below.

Bronx Times : https://www.bxtimes.com/renaissance-youth-center-new-home-in-south-bronx/

Hoodline : https://hoodline.com/2026/09/morrisania-youth-center-buys-its-building-for-7m-after-years-of-renting/

09/22/2026

A big thank you to News 12 The Bronx for featuring Renaissance Youth in their “Rebuilding the Bronx” segment!

We’re grateful for the opportunity to share our story and highlight the work happening for young people right here in our community.

09/22/2026

Free Saturday Beginner Coding & Robotics classes for middle & high school students! Learn coding, build projects, pilot drones, and take on team challenges. Only 20 spots per class.

📍 3485 3rd Ave, Bronx
🔗 Register: renaissanceyouth.org or call 718-450-3466

09/21/2026

The Bronx Wide BC Chorus is looking for young singers ages 6–21 to join a new community chorus led by Mr. Harris, founder of Music With A Message.

Auditions are every Saturday, 1:30–2:00 PM at Renaissance Youth Center — 3485 Third Ave, Bronx, NY.
Prepare two 30-second a ca****la pieces.

Build confidence, make friends, perform across NYC and be part of something bigger!

All backgrounds. All neighborhoods. All are welcome.

www.renaissanceyouth.org

09/21/2026

Join us for RYC Open House!

Come explore Renaissance Youth Center on October 1st & 2nd from 4–6 PM and see what makes RYC more than a program—it’s a place to learn, create, grow, and belong.

Music & Vocals, STEM & Robotics, Martial Arts, leadership & more!

Open to K–8th grade students and families. Tour our space, meet our staff, learn about our programs, ask questions, and enroll on-site!

📍 3485 3rd Ave, Bronx, NY 10456
📞 718-450-3466
🌐 renaissanceyouth.org

09/21/2026

Last week, News 12 The Bronx stopped by Renaissance Youth Center to highlight our work and our President & CEO, Bervin Harris Renaissance, as part of their “Rebuilding the Bronx” series.

It’s a great opportunity to showcase all that the Bronx has to offer and spotlight the people and organizations making a difference in their communities.

Catch the episode on News 12 The Bronx tomorrow, Tuesday, September 22!

09/18/2026

A major milestone for Renaissance Youth Center! We celebrated the ribbon-cutting of our building at 3485 Third Avenue, which we are proud to now own after years of serving Bronx youth from this location.

We were honored to celebrate alongside Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson, Council Members Kevin Riley and Althea Stevens, Assembly Member Chantel Jackson, State Senators José M. Serrano and Luis Sepúlveda, Jalee N. Santos on behalf of Assembly Member George Alvarez, Kevin Colado on behalf of Council Member Justin Sanchez, and Kelly Saunders on behalf of Congressman George Latimer.

We also extend our thanks to NYC Department of Probation Commissioner Sharun Goodwin, Deputy Commissioner Ival Grant-Williams, Harlem Branch Chief Merlita Dalon, the Community Affairs Officers of the NYPD 42nd Precinct, and Fidel Malena, Bronx Regional Representative for Governor Kathy Hochul.

Thank you to everyone who joined us in celebrating this important milestone. Owning our building is an investment in the future of Renaissance Youth Center and the young people we serve.