The Riverside Hawks, founded in 1961 by the Riverside Church, is a renowned program in the Harlem community that utilizes basketball as a means to enhance academic outcomes and career prospects for youth. With a strong focus on academics, the program ensures that all student-athletes receive academic support, while also providing elite-level basketball training and fostering community engagement through various programs and community service initiatives.
With a track record of high school graduation for all of its student-athletes and acceptance to colleges, the Riverside Hawks have successfully secured college scholarships and grants for their boys and girls, as well as prep school scholarships. Serving predominantly low-income and moderate-income families from Washington Heights, Harlem, and The Bronx, the program continues to make a positive impact on the lives of its participants, thanks to the support of donors and the dedication of its staff.
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