Key Facts

• Bronx Lacrosse was founded by Dan Leventhal, a former college lacrosse player and Teach for America member.
• The program is free, runs year-round, and serves middle and high school students in the South Bronx.
• Students must attend class regularly and keep good grades to join the lacrosse activities.
• The staff includes college lacrosse players and coaches who work with students continuously, not just in sports season.
• In addition to lacrosse, the program offers tutoring, mentorship, emotional skill development, and help with high school and college applications.
• Since the pandemic, the program has focused heavily on reducing absenteeism, even helping by personally ensuring students get to school.
• The program started with boys but expanded to include girls’ lacrosse two years later.
• Participants gain important skills like leadership, teamwork, accountability, and build confidence that helps them beyond sports.