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BRONXBURNERSRC INC
New York, NY · EIN 932503511 · Form 990 · FY2025 · NTEE N99 · Recreation & Sports · Small ($100K-$1M) · bronxburnersrc.org
revenue
$240K
expenses
$154K
net assets
$139K
employees
0
program ratio
98%
mission · from form 990

Were building a stronger Bronx community through opportunities in sport. Empowering all through health & wellness, social, and academic initiatives to expand their potential.

profile · synthesized from sources

Bronx-based nonprofit using running and sport to empower youth through health, wellness, mentorship, and academic support. Offers free and low-cost youth running programs, scholarships, and community events in the South Bronx. Partners with organizations like New Balance, WHEDco, and NYRR to expand access to athletics and education for underserved youth.

named programs · 5 · from sources

What they call their work

Bodega 1600
Annual one-mile community race in the Bronx, presented by New Balance, open to all ages and paces
Career Panel for Student-Athletes
Event connecting youth with professionals across industries to discuss career paths and advice
Next Lap
College access program that includes campus tours (e.g., Fordham University) and academic preparation for high school students
Scholarship & Inclusivity Fund
Funds academic scholarships, mentorship, and transitional support for youth; 100% of donations go directly to this fund
Youth Programs
Free and low-cost running programs for Bronx youth, including weekly practices, race registration support through NYRR, and youth-first access to gear and events
activities · 7 groups

What they do

  • Financial Aid and Scholarship Access Programs 1 activity
    • Administering need-based scholarship programs for Bronx youth
      Provides and awards scholarships multiple times per year based on individual applicant need, with funds used for school supplies, athletic fees, and other educational expenses. Awarded nearly $100,000 in scholarships to Bronx student-athletes in 2025.
  • Youth One-on-One Mentoring 1 activity
    • Delivering youth development and mentorship initiatives
      Offers mentorship, career panels with professionals across sectors, and college campus visits (e.g., to Fordham University) to support academic and career readiness for Bronx youth. Programs are integrated with running activities to promote holistic development.
  • Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
    • Engaging volunteers in programs and events
      Recruits and involves volunteers in various capacities, from single-event support to multi-month commitments, across youth programs, community runs, and special events.
  • Organizational Governance & Leadership Development 1 activity
    • Operating an associate board for organizational governance
      Maintains an associate board that participates in monthly calls and quarterly in-person meetings to review strategic goals, plans, and business operations to support organizational sustainability and growth.
  • Organized Running and Triathlon Events 1 activity
    • Organizing community running events
      Hosts inclusive running events such as the Bodega 1600, which includes one-mile races, youth heats, 400-meter races, and family stroller races, open to all ages and paces in the Bronx. The event is held annually and serves as a community engagement and fundraising platform.
  • Coached Athletic Training Programs 1 activity
    • Providing weekly community and youth running programs
      Hosts free weekly open runs every Wednesday at Joseph Yancey Track in Macombs Dam Park, and offers structured youth running practices led by certified coaches, with adapted workouts and support for race participation. Programs are inclusive of individuals, families, and youth of all experience levels.
  • Urban Park and Public Space Conservation 1 activity
    • Supporting track facility revitalization and community partnerships
      Pledged up to $100,000 to support the revitalization and future programming of Joseph Yancey Track and Field in Macombs Dam Park. Maintains partnerships with organizations such as WHEDco to advance community health and wellness initiatives.
financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$240K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$240K100%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$154K
Program expenses98%
Admin / overhead2%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$147K
Cash$147K
Investments$0
Liabilities$7K
Net assets$139K
Liquid reserves11.4 mo
2 years on record · 2024–2025 · YoY revenue +232.1%
relationships · 22

Who they work with

  • Armory Foundation Partner — Mary Darling serves on the board of the Armory Foundation and is affiliated with BRONXBURNERSRC INC
  • Bronx Community College Partner — Community partner supporting Bronx Burners programs
  • City Parks Foundation Partner — Community partner supporting Bronx Burners programs
  • Deloitte Partner — Program partner supporting Bronx Burners initiatives
  • Fidelis Care Partner — Program partner supporting Bronx Burners initiatives
  • Joseph Yancey Track Partner — Hosts the Bodega 1600 community track event at its facility in Macombs Dam Park.
  • Mastercard Partner — Program partner supporting Bronx Burners initiatives
  • NFL Partner — Program partner supporting Bronx Burners initiatives
  • NYRR Partner — Collaborates with NYRR to support Bronx Burners members through the 9+1 program for NYC Marathon access.
  • NYRR Partner — Randi Zuckerberg serves on the board of NYRR and is affiliated with BRONXBURNERSRC INC
  • NYRR (New York Road Runners) Partner — Community partner supporting Bronx Burners programs
  • New Balance Partner — Official affiliated team with New Balance
  • New Balance Partner — Presenting sponsor of the Bodega 1600 community race event.
  • New York Road Runners Partner — Registered club partner enabling youth participation in Rising New York Road Runners program.
  • Peloton Partner — Community partner supporting Bronx Burners programs
  • RRCA Network — Coaches hold RRCA Level I certification, indicating membership in or alignment with the Road Runners Club of America coaching standards.
  • Race for the Cure Partner — Community partner supporting Bronx Burners programs
  • Run for a Reason Partner — Program partner supporting Bronx Burners initiatives
  • Stony Brook University Partner — Community partner supporting Bronx Burners programs
  • USATF Network — Coaches hold USATF Class I certification, indicating affiliation with USA Track & Field coaching standards.
  • WHEDco Partner — Community partner supporting Bronx Burners programs
  • WHEDco Partner — Major partner of BRONXBURNERSRC INC
strategies · 3

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Holistic Youth Development Pathway
    methodology: holistic_youth_development
    By integrating running with mentorship, education, and leadership development, we create long-term pathways for youth, because combining physical activity with intentional support systems addresses root causes of inequity and builds sustained opportunity.
  • Sport-for-Development Model
    methodology: sport_for_development
    By using sports as a platform, we promote health & wellness, social engagement, and academic development among youth, because structured athletic participation builds discipline, belonging, and access to supportive relationships that drive holistic growth.
  • Transparency Through Impact Reporting
    methodology: transparency_through_reporting
    By publishing annual and quarterly impact reports, we reinforce accountability and long-term stakeholder engagement, because consistent transparency builds trust and sustains donor and community investment in our mission.