Creating meaningful and lasting change in the community he loved.
The Miguel A. Garcia, Jr. Memorial Fund will serve as a testament to his lifelong commitment to education, community development, health, and equity. By leveraging the resources and network of the Bronx Community Foundation, the fund will provide grants to organizations—new or existing—that encourage innovation and make a broad, measurable impact.
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The Fund
The Miguel A. Garcia, Jr. Memorial Fund program areas reflect Miguel’s legacy and the priorities identified by his family, including education, health, community development, and equity. These areas are rooted in addressing critical needs in the Bronx, such as housing and the social determinants of health.
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Honoring Miguel's extensive work in these fields, education and health are central pillars of the fund.
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Prioritizing underserved areas like the Bronx, the fund focuses on fostering sustainable development and strengthening communities
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Addressing factors such as housing and the built environment is key to enhancing overall community well-being.
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A commitment to equity ensures that all program areas address systemic disparities and promote fairness.
“I have been blessed a thousand times in the South Bronx. I wouldn’t change a thing.”
