Homelessness in 2017 has reached the highest levels since the Great Depression.
Basic Needs
Robin Hood’s Head-On Approach to Homelessness
December 11, 2017
More Need Than Ever, But You Can Help
September 22, 2017In the wake of countless natural disasters, your help is needed more than ever before.
How to Help Victims of Hurricane Harvey
August 30, 2017In addition to the major relief organizations you may know, consider donating to other great organizations that are on the ground in Texas.
Farm to Pantry: Getting Back To The Land While Giving Back To Others
August 30, 2017Farmer Frank left a career in finance to start an organic farm on Long Island. Now he donates much of his produce to those in need.
Unplugged: Tackling Youth Homelessness
April 13, 2017There are about 6,800 young homeless people under the age of 24 in New York, but many advocates believe that number is low, considering youth homelessness is often overlooked.
Tax Credit Helps a New Life Blossom
March 7, 2017Alicia Rueda spends most of her days surrounded by bright roses shipped fresh from her native Ecuador, running a small import business in Flushing, Queens.
From Appalachia to Mt. Sinai’s Kosher Kitchen
February 15, 2017“I come from an area with some of the poorest zip codes in the nation. I grew up without a lot of possibilities — things were very limited,” Brian Walkup, 48, remembers.
A Mother’s Love Gets a Little Help
December 20, 2016April Canselo, 53, has plenty of love to give. She has 3 children, 3 adopted children, and 11 grandkids.
Relentless Determination Helps Homeless Woman Leave Shelter
December 5, 2016“The armrests are all gone, the wheels are rickety, and the sides are all busted up,” Edith Williams, 51, said.
Looking Back at the New York City AIDS Crisis
December 1, 2016As we commemorate World AID’s Day, let us take a moment to reflect on how far we have come in the last several decades.