Remodeled Boys & Girls Club space enhances capacity to serve youth

The Boys & Girls Club of New Rochelle at 79 7th Ave. has dedicated its new Mascaro Clubhouse Teen Center, home to programs and services that support career development, college prep and leadership initiatives while doubling its capacity to serve youths.

The renovated facility was opened with a ribbon-cutting attended by about 50 guests. The upgraded facility was made possible through a grant from New York State Sen. Shelley B. Mayer. 

“This Teen Center will have a profound positive impact on the lives of our teens and serve as an innovative safe haven for our young people,” said Becky Mazzanobile, CEO of Boys & Girls Club of New Rochelle. “They deserve a space that reflects their potential and that’s exactly what this vision and renovation represent.”

“This renovation truly transforms this space and creates incredible opportunities for the young people in this community,” Mayer told attendees. “I’m proud to have played a role in helping bring it to life and I always strive to support projects that have a meaningful and lasting impact. We’re committed to ensuring that every young person feels supported, inspired and valued in the environments where they learn and grow.”

Originally donated by the Ricci family in 1926, the Mascaro Clubhouse began as a residential home before being destroyed by a fire in the late 1970s and rebuilt in the 1980s. Today, the 22,000-square-foot facility serves as a cornerstone, along with the Club’s Remington Clubhouse, of youth development in New Rochelle. The Mascaro renovations are components of a larger capital project that will continue to unfold in future years.  

New Rochelle Mayor Ramos-Herbert congratulated the Boys & Girls Club on the opening, emphasizing the importance of the club’s expanded programming. “The new Teen Center is more than just a space; it’s a launchpad for our youth,” she said. “The programs housed here will open doors for teens to explore careers, prepare for college and build confidence in a safe, innovative environment. We’re proud to support the Boys & Girls Club of New Rochelle as it continues to invest in the future of our city’s young people.”

A centerpiece of the remodeling is Mascaro’s College and Career Center, a dedicated space where teens can explore post-secondary pathways, receive individualized guidance and participate in programs that support their long-term goals. Equipped with laptops, research tools and staff support, the center fosters academic achievement, goal-setting and real-world readiness. 

“This is the most significant renovation this building has seen to date,” said Boys & Girls Club Chief Program Officer William Iannuzzi. “Creating a space like this for the teens in our community has long been a dream of mine. We’re not only expanding our capacity, we’re reimagining how we serve youth by integrating cutting-edge technology, leadership development and workforce-readiness programs. This space is truly transformational.” 

Mariano Workforce Tracks, offered in partnership with The Mariano Rivera Public Foundation, prepares teens for future careers through mentorship, hands-on experience and access to internships and job opportunities.  
The Teen Center renovation is part of a larger capital project focused on modernizing and expanding the Mascaro Clubhouse.  

New York State Senator Nathalia Fernandez, who has been instrumental in securing funding for the next phase of upgrades, thoroughly supports the Boys & Girls Club of New Rochelle’s mission.  “This milestone reflects lives changed and futures shaped. The Boys & Girls Club of New Rochelle is a vital cornerstone of youth development in Westchester, and I’m proud to support its continued growth. These upgrades will ensure even more young people have access to the opportunities they deserve,” she said.  

For 95 years, Boys & Girls Club of New Rochelle has been an integral part of the community, offering quality, achievement-driven programming encompassing academics, mental wellness, fitness, leadership and civics. Today, it is one of Westchester County’s largest nonprofits and a leader in youth development, serving over 10,000 youths annually at 12 school sites and two clubhouses.