Jamie Rivera

Environmental Program Assistant

Jamie started in the summer of 2023 as a PLACE student working to help the trees of Crotona Park, then returned for the BRIDGE program for the fall and following spring, and is now one of the Environmental Program Assistants! Born and raised in the Bronx, Jamie has decided to dedicate his time, energy, and love to aiding his communities in forming deep and meaningful connections with the place we all call home. They spend their time with us tending to our garden beds across the borough, and helping inspire likeminded volunteers to see the Bronx through a different lens. Their goal is to help people see the Bronx the way they do, as a beautiful place with a rich history that we should all play our part in helping thrive. When they're not helping the Bronx bloom, you can find them writing, drawing, or some combination of both while they plan the next BiB staff D&D game.