January 22, 2025 (New York, NY)— The New York Foundling today announced the selection of Jennifer March as its new Chief Advancement Officer (CAO). For nearly two decades, March led the Citizens Committee for Children and prior to that served for eight years in City government. She brings deep policy and budgetary expertise, as well […]
Brooklyn Paper reports on funding for one of our residences for people with developmental disabilities, which will modernize the facility. “The New York Foundling celebrated a significant funding boost on Friday after State Senator Julia Salazar secured $500,000 to renovate a Cypress Hills group home for individuals with developmental disabilities. The half-million-dollar grant will enable […]
Our CEO & President, Melanie Hartzog, appeared on Monica Morales’ Pix 11 show – Monica Makes it Happen – to discuss The Foundling’s three new supportive housing developments. Monica also recognized Mel with a PIX11 Legends Award for her commitment to meaningful change in the communities we support. Watch the full interview below:
In New York and Puerto Rico, we’re committed to helping new parents and their young children thrive. The Foundling draws on decades of expertise to provide research-informed care that not only assists children in reaching developmental milestones but also provides parenting resources to help create family stability. New construction projects over the last year have […]
On November 8, 2024 underneath a tent in San Juan, Puerto Rico, an audience was filled with smiles as a group of small children took center stage to perform. The kids were all members of The Foundling’s Head Start program, which serves children and families in the early stages of life. Their song was just […]
On the Tuesday, December 17 episode of BronxNet Community Television‘s OPEN, Senior Vice President of Mental Services Dr. Kristy-Lee Jean-Pierre, Ph.D, sat with host Kibin Alleyne to discuss the importance of mental health during the holiday season. She discusses our array of programs targeting young people in foster care, attending NYC schools, as well as […]
In addition to receiving housing and daily support through The Foundling, Kathy has had the opportunity to make her voice heard and refine her leadership and advocacy skills. Kathy, who lives in one of our residences for people with developmental disabilities, enjoys the opportunities that The Foundling provides. Our person-centered approach assists each person in […]
Our CEO & President, Melanie Hartzog, was named to City & State NY’s 2024 Responsible 100 list. This list spotlights leaders that exemplify what it means to be socially responsible – whether it’s through community engagement and volunteerism, diversity, equity and inclusion, ethics and transparency, or philanthropy and charity. “Social responsibility is about leading with […]
With the help of The Foundling, Venessa completed college, moved into a beautiful home, and has begun her transition into adulthood. Venessa joined our Fostering College Success Initiative program, which provides academic, emotional, vocational, and financial support for young people in foster care. With the support of Foundling tutors, counselors, and coaches, she successfully earned […]
The Staten Island Advance reports on our recent Metsgiving event. As they report, the 155-year-old community partner, The New York Foundling, which offers opportunities and programs to over 30,000 people in New York and Puerto Rico, collaborated with the Amazin’ Mets Foundation to give away 500 turkeys to families of Staten Island. Read more at […]