This unique partnership between Fordham University and the City of New York marries the aspirations and needs of the Fordham community with those of the Bronx community, resulting in endless opportunities to solidify the Bronx as the next hub of growth and renewal in New York City. The Foundry is funded by the City of New York, the Gabelli School of Business, and various private and corporate donors.

Positioned as the umbrella organization, The Center for Entrepreneurship will support education, research and outreach programs related to entrepreneurship. The Foundry is an independent, mixed-use business incubator located off-campus that was developed specifically to assist promising entrepreneurs in launching new businesses by providing collaborative workspace, shared office equipment, confidential business consultation, a mentoring program, continuous business education and workshops.