As the cornerstone of Chestnut Commons, the 40,000-square-foot community center at its base is the new home of the Cypress Hills Local Development Corporation (CHLDC). This move reinforces CHLDC’s mission to empower the East New York community by fostering educational and economic success while securing and preserving affordable housing opportunities.

The community center also provides space for local organizations that directly benefit residents. Housing Plus offers supportive housing solutions, Menotti Enterprise contributes to community initiatives, and the Kingsborough Community Center (KCC) satellite campus provides access to college classes for local students.

Additionally, the center features a state-of-the-art food incubator, which offers culinary job training programs to equip residents with valuable skills for career advancement. By integrating these resources, the community center serves as a vital hub for economic opportunity and educational development in East New York.