Sunnyside Shines Business Improvement District (BID) covers all properties fronting Queens Boulevard from 38th Street to 50th Street, as well as Greenpoint Avenue from Queens Boulevard to mid-block between 42nd and 43rd Streets.
The mission of Sunnyside Shines is to invigorate and enrich the economic life of the neighborhood by creating a safe, welcoming and dynamic commercial district in Sunnyside, Queens.
Programs & Initiatives

Neighborhood MarketingThrough neighborhood marketing and events, we work to promote the Sunnyside commercial district.

Supplemental SanitationWe provide supplemental sanitation services within the business improvement district.

Beautification & StreetscapeInitiatives that improve our streetscape and beautify the district create a better place to shop and do business.

Holiday LightsEach winter, Sunnyside Shines brings festive holiday lights to Queens Boulevard and Greenpoint Avenue.

Bliss & Lowery PlazasSunnyside Shines was pleased to open two new public spaces in Sunnyside: Bliss and Lowery Plazas.

Graffiti RemovalSunnyside Shines implemented a monthly graffiti removal program. Removing graffiti from store fronts and roll-down gates.

Business AssistanceWe provide business assistance, such as service/resource referrals and digital marketing support.