The Town Hall

NYCR-CDE provided $15 million in New Markets Tax Credit financing to help fund impactful community programming and facility upgrades for The Town Hall, a national historic landmark. 

The capital is assisting the non-profit Town Hall Foundation continue its broad range of education and community programming for low-income populations as well as implement necessary building upgrades to the 60,000 square foot complex. Built in 1921 and founded by members of the women’s suffrage movement, The Town Hall has played host to over a century of the world’s greatest creative minds, thought leaders, and musicians. The Town Hall’s intimate atmosphere, exceptional acoustics, and unobstructed views of the stage from any seat in the house make it a cherished destination for audiences and performers. Today, this iconic New York City institution continues to curate a rich array of cultural and musical events while also serving thousands of K-12 public school students, formerly incarcerated individuals, and seniors through its robust community programs. 

Launched in 1998, The Town Hall Education Outreach Program touches the lives of New Yorkers each year through partnerships with public schools, senior centers, and organizations devoted to assisting individuals impacted by the criminal justice system. The Town Hall Bridges Program is an initiative that seeks to empower and amplify the voices of young migrants in New York City.  Repertory Company High School for Theatre Arts is a small performing arts high school inside The Town Hall, which offers a full academic program and comprehensive theatre arts classes. 

“One of the great things about new markets tax credit money is that nothing associated with that money stands alone. It allows us to flex our muscles and try to have more donated money and state and city funding opportunities. More resources and it all feeds the mission.”

– Matt Goldman, Executive Director, The Town Hall

“This is a special New Markets Tax Credit investment. The work of The Town Hall makes a massive difference in the lives of the members of its community and this investment will allow them to make an even great impact.”

– Matt Meeker, Partner, Novogradac & Company LLP