Hohenstein announces new dog park, $250K in grant funding for community organizations

PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 2 – State Rep. Joe Hohenstein, D-Phila., today announced The Bridge Clinic’s intention to open a new dog park and the awardees of $250,000 in grants provided by Bridge Industrial.

“I’m thrilled to see so many of our Bridesburg community organizations receive support that will go toward continuing the wonderful work they do for our veterans, kids and seniors. And we’ll always welcome having more animal-friendly spaces where dog owners can bring their dogs to play and our community can grow,” Hohenstein said. “Today is a prime example of a community that works together to support one another.”

As part of the Community Benefits Agreement, Bridge Industrial donated the parcel of land where the dog park will be developed to The Bridge Clinic.

Bridesburg neighborhood organizations receiving grants are:

  • Bridesburg Recreation - $50,000.
  • Bridesburg Boys & Girls Club - $50,000.
  • Riverfront North - $25,000.
  • Bridesburg CDC/BA - $25,000.
  • Bridge Clinic - Dog Park - $10,000.
  • American Legion Post 821 - $7,500.
  • VFW Post 2 - $7,500.
  • Vietnam Veterans - $7,500.
  • United Veterans of Bridesburg - $7,500.
  • Stars & Stripes, Bars & Pipes - $7,500.
  • Boy Scout Troop 120 - $5,000.
  • Bridesburg Cougars (Athletic Club) - $5,000.
  • Bridesburg Home & School - $7,500.
  • Cat Collaborative - $5,000.
  • AIDS Fund - $7,500.
  • Bridesburg Seniors and Historical Groups - $10,000.
  • Local Mummers Brigades and String Bands - $7,500.