Broadway Stages President Says Never Stop Giving Back

"Never stop giving back." Those are the words that Broadway Stages was built upon when founder Tony Argento opened his first sound stage in the 1980s. Even when he was just starting out in the film and TV industry, Tony always wanted to reinvest his success back into local businesses because he believed in spreading his success to other members of the community. This meant he went to local shops for equipment, local restaurants for food, and hired local residents as workers. Therefore, Broadway Stages' success was always going to directly help fellow community members and businesses.

In the years since, Broadway Stages has always stayed true to our founding principle. Today that tradition is carried on by Tony's sister, CEO Gina Argento. Though the company has grown sizably since, Gina has not forgotten the principle values of community commitment and local reinvestments. From sponsoring annual block parties for families in Brooklyn, cooking delicious meals for community residents, or buying clothes for clothing drives, Broadway Stages' community responsibility has not changed and will only continue to grow stronger.

In addition to the community commitment put in place by Tony, Gina has since added educational commitments. As a significant supporter of programs at the Greenpoint YMCA, Green Science Week at PS 110, and NY Sun Works across the five boroughs, Gina is committed to supporting New York City students across a wide educational spectrum in their pursuit of academia and knowledge. In fact, Gina was even able to help build a school in the Philippines after it was destroyed by a typhoon. Providing students with educational opportunities is a top priority for Gina, who has already sponsored dozens of STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) events this year alone.

With that in mind, as we expand into Staten Island, Broadway Stages is excited to get the opportunity to support businesses and student education in Staten Island.

Broadway Stages Sponsors Camp Brooklyn's Community Service Award Gala

All children should have access to recreational activity and enrichment programs at no cost so they can grow socially and emotionally alongside their peers. To help ensure that Brooklyn children and students are able to attend enrichment programs like sleep-away camps, Broadway Stages has supported the Camp Brooklyn Fund and sponsored the fund's Community Service Award.

Working together with the Camp Brooklyn Fund, Broadway Stages has set out on the mission to send Brooklyn students to sleep-away camps at no expense to their families. These camps are designed to transform children's lives by teaching them the importance of their individuality while socializing, growing, and learning with fellow campers. Guided by excellent instructors, campers enjoy group activities to develop teamwork skills while learning about personal and social responsibility to become good citizens. In fact, most campers that attend the sleep-away camp program remain friends even after the camp has ended and continue to uphold good citizenship.

To help continue to fund sleep-away experiences, Broadway Stages supports these life-changing adventures by financially contributing to Camp Brooklyn Fund events and sponsoring outreach interactions.

At this year's Community Service Award Gala, the Brooklyn community came together to recognize supporting members, inspire new found members, and hold an auction to raise funds to support upcoming events for Brooklyn campers. Broadway Stages was happy to provide behind-the-scenes tours of Broadway Stages, a gift certificate, a Coach charm bag, a Chanel pareo, a photo autographed by Stan Lee, Cosmos tickets, a Fitbit, and Hello Dolly Broadway tickets for the auction. With the contributions, Broadway Stages looks forward to seeing more campers at Camp Brooklyn.

Broadway Stages President Gina Argento Supports YMCA Camp Spirit Day

Gina Argento, President of Broadway Stages and board member of YMCA Greenpoint, believes that recreational activity and student enrichment programs are crucial pieces of positive youth development. As a financial contributor to the YMCA and YMCA sponsored events, Gina's active participation directly supports outreach programs and summer camps.

The YMCA Camp Spirit Day brings together young campers at its annual celebration to showcase spectacular musical and dance talent performed at the end of its summer program. This year's spirit summer theme was "Myths & Legends" with participants from student-named groups "Trolls," "Be Our Guests," "The Rhythm," and "Zuka Zama." Each group performance taught campers about the importance of teamwork and helping one another.

YMCA events like these help provide students with artistic enrichment that is essential to creative development. By promoting creative expressions in the form of dance and music, the YMCA allows young campers to enjoy themselves while exploring their artistic talents.

Gina's contributions also help maximize community participation at the YMCA by providing families with free memberships. Focused on improving recreational activity outreach and participation, Gina dedicates her resources to provide every child access to recreational activities that will benefit their mental, social, and physical growth.

Broadway Stages Sponsors Glendale and Brooklyn 94th Precinct National Night Out

This past Tuesday, Broadway Stages sponsored the National Night Out to honor the hardworking and brave men and women of the 94th Precinct protecting Greenpoint every day. The annual community event promotes police and resident camaraderie and helps create safer neighborhoods by bringing together local residents with those who pledge to serve them. The event honoring our local officers was a huge success!

Broadway Stages invited all our neighbors in Greenpoint to enjoy delicious grilled hamburgers, hot dogs, and sausages topped with fresh veggies on us! Serving hundreds of families and children that night, Broadway Stages came prepared with dozens of pounds of food to accommodate our hungry guests.

Among the most popular attraction at the event was the water jet game, which involves shooting a water pistol at a target three feet away to elevate your pole to the top. The game attracted children and adults, with winners taking home toys including SpongeBob and emoji plushies.

At the end of the night, we held a showing of all the honorable servicemen and women who strive to keep our communities and families safe. As police officers walked to the stage, they were greeted with rounds of applause by community members thankful for their service. Receiving cheers from the crowd, the 94th Precinct sure felt right at home at the National Night Out.

We hope that the 94th Precinct and our fellow Brooklynites enjoyed the event and look forward to continuing to serve our community, as the 94th Precinct does.

Join Broadway Stages in Supporting the YMCA 5K Run

The Brooklyn Cyclones baseball team sponsors an annual 5K run to raise funding for a select cause or institution that benefits the New York public. This year, the fundraising event will raise money for the YMCA of Greater New York.

Participants can choose any participating YMCA branch to receive their donations. On July 15, runners will start at Surf Avenue and finish at home plate of the Cyclones' MCU Park. In addition, event benefactors will enjoy free food and beverages to refuel post-run and also receive tickets eligible to view up to three Brooklyn Cyclones games.

Broadway Stages President Gina Argento has been an avid financial supporter of YMCA events, with this month's 5K run being no exception. Gina has regularly supported the YMCA at Greenpoint and the YMCA Strong Kids' Campaign, and she is a recent recipient of the YMCA Volunteer of the Year Award.

Following in Gina's footsteps is Anthony Fong, General Counsel of Broadway Stages and a board member of Flushing YMCA. Anthony joined the board in 2017 and has financially supported the Flushing YMCA to reach its campaign goals for the 5K run.

Gina and Anthony encourage you to join the YMCA for a day of funding and fun. What are you waiting for? Sign up for the run on July 15 and show your support for the YMCA!

Broadway Stages Gina Argento Is Volunteer of the Year!

Gina Argento, President and CEO of Broadway Stages, is Greenpoint YMCA's Volunteer of the Year!

The 2017 General Assembly & Volunteer Recognition Ceremony distributes Adult Volunteer of the Year Awards recognizing the excellence of individual contributions towards the improvement of one's community. Gina Argento, recipient of the Greenpoint YMCA's award, is being honored for her vast philanthropic contributions and leadership in improving the Greenpoint community. Known for her support of the YMCA's Strong Kids Campaign and for regularly attending YMCA events, Gina Argento feels honored and humbled to selected for the award saying, "I just try to help out wherever I can."

The Broadway Stages family is proud of Gina's lasting impact on the Brooklyn community through the YMCA and other community-centered institutions. Our commitment to Brooklyn and Brooklynites only grows stronger and stronger as the years go on!

Gina Argento Helps Send Students to Camp Brooklyn

As part of our commitment to children's education, Broadway Stages participates in the Camp Brooklyn Fund. Broadway Stages recognizes Camp Brooklyn as an essential program to introduce New York students to important social skills that encourage positive social developments of friendship, loyalty, and altruism.

Gina Argento, President of Broadway Stages, wants to continue to fund Camp Brooklyn to help all New York students experience a fun and joyful summer. Gina strongly encourages educational and social development for children in New York City and hopes that the experience at Camp Brooklyn positively impacts their lives.

Broadway Stages President Gina Argento Sponsors 35 Children for YMCA After-School Program

Gina Argento, President of Broadway Stages, believes the Greenpoint YMCA provides essential recreational opportunities for youths and family in the Greenpoint neighborhood. To celebrate the YMCA's success in positively impacting youth development, Gina contributed to the YMCA at Greenpoint at its annual Spirit of Community Service Awards.

At the event, Gina was recognized as a leader, allowing her to sponsor 35 children to attend after-school programs. As a financial contributor, Gina hopes her contributions will provide these children with proper after-school activities to help them develop.

Broadway Stages President Gina Argento Celebrates Christmas With the 94th Precinct in Greenpoint, Brooklyn

This past holiday season, Broadway Stages and the 94th Precinct Community Council celebrated Christmas with children and families from North Brooklyn at the Broadway Stages Meserole Avenue soundstage. The successful holiday event was complete with a Christmas-themed party, a complimentary buffet, and a personal visit from Santa Claus.

Children were eager to open the beautifully wrapped gifts donated by Broadway Stages President Gina Argento and founder Tony Argento. Tony, on behalf of Broadway Stages, said, "This is one positive thing for the community." As a mother of three sons, Gina could not have been more excited to provide toys for Brooklyn children and a day of fun for families to experience together. Gina, Tony, and the Broadway Stages family are always excited to spread the holiday cheer and give back to Brooklyn. Thank you to the 94th Precinct Community Council for giving us this opportunity to bring cheer to Brooklyn children and families.

Broadway Stages Supports National Night Out With the 94th Precinct

Broadway Stages had the honor of working with Betty Hulson and the 94th Precinct Community Council to support this year's National Night Out. National Night Out, held annually throughout the United States, brings together local precincts and members of the community to promote awareness of crime and safety.

Broadway Stages Is Proud to Support Camp Brooklyn

We love Brooklyn, and we love the Camp Brooklyn Fund! Come shuffleboard with us on June 15 at the Royal Palms Shuffleboard Club, 514 Union Street, Brooklyn, NY.

Camp Brooklyn's mission is to send kids from low-income Brooklyn families to sleep-away camp. This year, their camp session begins in July, and they are looking to send 100 kids to camp. Sponsor a kid today at www.campbrooklyn.squarespace.com.

Broadway Stages, "Blue Bloods," and "The Good Wife" Sponsor Community Toy Drive

Thank you to Elizabeth Hulsen and the Community Council of the 94th Precinct for bringing together such a wonderful group of kids for a successful toy drive. This year, nearly 100 kids received toys, built gingerbread houses, decorated reindeer antlers, enjoyed snacks with Santa, and took photos in the booth.