Learn advocacy through storytelling! Join us for a dynamic playwriting workshop tomorrow (8/8) from 10AM-1PM! Hosted by our Strong Families & Communities Training Center, our experts will show how dramatization can reflect real life experiences, and teach you the skills to make an impact. Sign up for this FREE virtual event here: https://lnkd.in/exv4jiqU
The New York Foundling
Individual and Family Services
New York, NY 11,512 followers
Trusting in the Power and Potential of People. Since 1869.
About us
At The New York Foundling, we believe that all people—no matter circumstance or zip code—have the opportunity to reach their full potential. But for all of us, discovering what we are capable of and reaching our full potential requires support along the way. We believe and trust in the potential of all people. We work in partnership with more than 30,000 children, adults, and families each year on their own paths to stability, strength, and independence. We believe in the power of personal choice and self-determination. The New York Foundling has deliberately challenged the notion that individuals are limited by their circumstances or are incapable of making the right choice for their future. Rather, our network of programs, services, and opportunities are carefully designed for children, families, and adults to create transformational change in their own lives. We believe and invest in proven practices. With nearly 150 years of experience creating resources, tools, and social capital, we have learned from our community what works. At the same time, we’re not afraid to invest in bold new approaches that comprehensively address challenges and provide the foundation for people to drive their own future.
- Website
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http://www.nyfoundling.org
External link for The New York Foundling
- Industry
- Individual and Family Services
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- New York, NY
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1869
- Specialties
- Child Welfare, Education, Juvenile Justice, Developmental Disabilities, Health, and Behavioral Health
Locations
Employees at The New York Foundling
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Nadia Owens
SVP HR | Board Director
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Maria Bediako
Senior Vice President, Developmental Disabilities Division at the New York Foundling
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Kate Zagorovskaya
Sr. Healthcare Systems Analyst at the new York Foundling
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Heidi Lynch
Leadership | Program Management & Implementation | Cross Functional Communication
Updates
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On Friday, we hosted our Annual Friends & Family BBQ in New Rochelle - an opportunity for 1,000 of the staff, participants, and families involved in our Developmental Disabilities programs to enjoy a fun-filled summer day! Learn more in this article from Talk of the Sound: https://lnkd.in/eqDQRNHr
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Our Back to School Drive has been extended - providing even more time for you to help young people in foster care on their academic journeys! Make a difference and donate essential school supplies until August 16 - either online or in-person at our Manhattan headquarters.
Back to School Supply Drive - The New York Foundling
https://www.nyfoundling.org
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“I love to be with the kids, with their families. I love their experiences, their stories, the things they learn... I don't see it like work, I see it almost like a way of life,” says Marilyn, who teaches in our Head Start program, which provides education, nutrition, and health services to children and families across Puerto Rico. Learn more about our Head Start program here: https://lnkd.in/esGcgaM5
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There’s just 1 week left to donate to our online Back to School wishlist! Children in foster care face opportunity and achievement gaps in school, but your gift can make a difference in their futures: https://lnkd.in/ed8EqpWZ
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“To see the growth and the accomplishments of some of the people that we support is what keeps me going and brings joy,” says Sandia, who manages one of our residences for people with developmental disabilities. Make your work make a difference – learn more and browse open positions here: https://lnkd.in/dRS2-MeY
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Jason, a member of our Developmental Disabilities Residential program, always wanted a space to call his own. When Vital Brookdale, our purpose-built supportive housing complex, opened in Brooklyn, Jason was able to upgrade to a brand-new 1-bedroom apartment, and on-site support from Foundling staff has helped him strive for his goals. Learn more about Jason and his successes in our latest Impact Report: https://lnkd.in/eqBQ87Kc
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Only about 25% of NYC students in foster care graduate high school in 4 years - but this month, you can help them beat the odds! Our School Supply Drive is underway – donate to our wishlist by August 2 and give students in our programs the supplies to succeed: https://lnkd.in/e2txnF9e
Back to School Supply Drive - The New York Foundling
https://www.nyfoundling.org
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“We started with 40 young people in [our Fostering College Success Initiative] program in 2016. Over 300 youth are now participating in our College Choice program, and one young person is going to Harvard for a master’s program. It’s really something,” shares our CEO & President, Melanie Hartzog, in this clip from her recent interview on BronxNet Community Television's OPEN program – which touched on The Foundling’s programs serving young people in foster care, supportive housing, health, tutoring, and more.
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Join us at Camp Felix - The Foundling has open Camp Counselor positions for our August 2024 season! Share this information with your networks. This fun summer job provides the opportunity to make a positive impact on our campers’ lives. Learn more and apply: https://lnkd.in/enQdHYts