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About LESRC
I’m Randy Settenbrino, founder of LESRC our mission is to provide arts and culture as a vehicle for growth. I’m a father, artist, writer, life coach and developer of the museum like, Historic Blue Moon Hotel. Our programs are transformative. Our initiatives include professional training for underprivileged youth, homeless, formerly incarcerated and as well as bolstering the historic presences and historic cultural tours. Those who come through our doors, gain skills, positive outlook, and consistency.
Mission
The Lower East Side Renaissance Corp. will provide training to NYC youth in Culinary Arts, Ethics, and Hospitality to help NYC youth and those marginalized by society to gain confidence and skills to facilitate advancement in life goals. We aim for progress in positive outlook, and to create consistency in demeanor, which will help those in need to gain a stronger footing in the daily life and workforce. Our community efforts include working with Seniors to provide Events, Entertainment, Food and help sustain Cultural and Historic revitalization of the Community Institutions, Historic Buildings and Houses of Worship of The Lower East Side.
Vision
"Art is life's dream interpretation" -Otto Rank
LERC has a dream where our NYC youth have the tools they need to fulfill their potential. Art, music and culture and professional skills are a few of the tools that can be used to help the dreams of our youth come to life.