Women We Admire named Jessica Nauiokas, Executive Director & Co-Founder of our Mott Haven Academy Charter School, one of their Top Women Leaders of 2024. The list highlights accomplished professionals who “have not only risen to the challenges of leadership but have redefined what it means to succeed in The Empire State.” As they write, […]
The independent, non-profit publication The Imprint featured The New York Foundling’s dedication to supportive housing, including youth transitioning out of the foster care system and into transitional housing or independent living. They note our programs as, “[…] a stand-out, gleaming alternative for youth aging out of foster care — providing not only otherwise unaffordable amenities, […]
“New York Foundling and residents of Vital Brookdale in Brownsville celebrated the unveiling of a new mural titled “Colors of My City” by muralist Layqa Nuna Yawar on Aug. 23,” reports Brooklyn Paper. Read the full story, which features quotes from Foundling staff, the mural artist, and Vital Brookdale residents who are depicted in the […]
Pix 11 reported on our new mural, “Colors of My City,” located on the side of Brookdale Hospital Medical Center. This artwork, created by artist Layqa Nuna Yawar, is a tribute to the local community, and features many of the residents that reside in our Vital Brookdale supportive housing complex. “It makes me feel good. […]
NYN Media reports on the opening of our mural at Vital Brookdale, our supportive housing complex, in Brownsville, Brooklyn. “You got to put yourself back here a year ago when it was just a blank wall, and now it feels like there’s something vibrant, it feels like there’s something that reflects the neighborhood and is […]
Citybiz reports on our community celebration to commemorate our new mural at Vital Brookdale, our supportive housing complex in Brownsville, Brooklyn. Read more at Citybiz
City & State released a report on their recent 2024 Education in New York Summit. Hosted at the Museum of Jewish Heritage on Thursday, August 15, the event brought together industry executives, public sector leaders and academics to discuss ideas and debate over critical issues such as school choice, closing the achievement gap, and special […]
City & State NY named Reïna Batrony, The Foundling’s Senior Vice President, Community-Based and Education Programs, to their inaugural Above & Beyond: Social Services list. This list recognizes exemplary leaders in the social services field, highlighting those dedicated to serving New Yorkers and making our communities happier and safer. “I’ve always believed in giving everyone […]
Talk of The Sound reports on our recent BBQ event, which brought together over 1,000 staff, participants, and families involved in our Developmental Disabilities programs. Read more at Talk of the Sound
Monica Morales of Pix 11 reported on a special celebration honoring high school graduates in foster care who are heading on to college, vocational training, and other new ventures! Hosted at Pier 57 as a collaboration between Fair Futures, ACS, NYC Department of Education, and The Foundling, this inspirational afternoon celebrated these young people, their […]