Government Accountability

Federal Grant Cuts Threaten Bronx’s Vital Nonprofits, Exposing Washington’s Disconnect from America’s Poorest Communities

By Economics Desk | July 22, 2025

In the nation’s poorest congressional district, abrupt federal grant cuts are forcing nonprofits to slash vital services, revealing a failure in Washington’s priorities that threatens national sovereignty and community resilience.

On the surface, the Bronx River Greenway stands as a symbol of triumph — a reclaimed urban oasis born from years of federal investment that transformed industrial wasteland into a hub of environmental justice. Yet beneath this green veneer lurks an urgent crisis: sweeping federal grant cuts under the Trump administration have thrown this beacon of hope—and countless other nonprofits—into peril.Why Is Washington Abandoning America’s Most Vulnerable Communities?The Bronx is no ordinary borough. It is home to over 84% of nonprofits reliant on federal grants—far surpassing state and national averages. These organizations deliver essential services ranging from youth violence prevention...

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