about
Since 1981, Morrisania Revitalization Corporation, Inc. has worked to empower individuals and families through affordable housing, homeownership opportunities, economic development, education, supportive services, and food assistance. Our goal is to strengthen the Morrisania community of New York County’s South Bronx, by expanding opportunity and improving quality of life for the people we serve.
our history
Founded in 1981, Morrisania Revitalization Corporation, Inc. is a nonprofit community housing development corporation serving Morrisania and the South Bronx. Since its founding, MRC has worked to create and improve housing opportunities while providing property management, building maintenance, social-service support, education, job training, and food services.
MRC has also operated as a Neighborhood Preservation Company with support from New York State Housing and Community Renewal, providing housing relocation and entitlement assistance while supporting tenant associations, community organizations, and local economic-development efforts.
our legacy
- Harriet Tubman Charter School — formerly supported by MRC; closed in 2026
- Home Ownership Initiative — completed; assisted more than 100 people in purchasing homes
- 169th Street / McKinley Square Small Business Initiative — historical SBS partnership
- Jacqueline Denise Davis Tax Credit Project – In 1992 as sponsor/developer of the 64 units
- MRC Melrose – In 1994 as sponsor/developer of the 50 units
- McGee Plaza – In 1998 as sponsor/developer of the 24 units
- Thurston Plaza – Sponsored and marketed the NYC HPD New Homes Project
- Enterprise/HPD City Homes program – In 2000 MRC served as community sponsor and marketing agent for an additional 37 homes
- New York City Housing Partnership – In 2002 and 2003 served as marketing agent for 118 newly constructed homes
Morrisania Revitalization Corporation (MRC) follows a holistic community development philosophy focused on strengthening individuals, families, and neighborhoods. In close collaboration with Community Planning Board 3 and other local community organizations, MRC develops and delivers programs that address community health, economic opportunity, youth development, food security, education, and violence prevention.
MRC’s community social services include the Women’s Health Forum, Business Startup Forum, Hansel McGee Foundation, Summer Youth Awards, 777 Troup, Recruit Drill, Regular Drill, Healthy Eating Garden Groups, and Food Pantry services. Through these initiatives, MRC provides residents with access to resources, support, leadership opportunities, workforce and business development, healthy food options, and youth engagement programs.
MRC also operates the Martin Luther King Center for Non-Violence, which promotes peace, conflict resolution, community leadership, and violence prevention. Together, these programs reflect MRC’s commitment to empowering residents, supporting families, and creating a healthier, safer, and more economically vibrant Morrisania community.
Executive Director: Paul Moore
Bookkeeper & Executive Assistant: Tadonna Nagle
Human Resources & Office Manager: Donna Greene
Board Members:
Helen Foreman-Hines
board chair
Izzy Kukaj
vice chair
Robert Balachandran
second chair
Sean Turner
treasurer
Jackie Forbes-Clarke
member
Abby Taylor
member
Rita Jones
member
Frederica Clark
secretary