Fund for Public Health in New York City

10/09/2026

"With the launch of Mental Health Connect, we’re making it easier than ever to find and access mental health services that meet the needs of all New Yorkers.” - NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Commissioner and FPHNYC Board Chair Alister Martin.
https://mentalhealthconnect.nyc.gov/home

In advance of World Mental Health Day, today we're launching NYC Mental Health Connect, a new website to help New Yorkers find mental health and substance use services that meet their needs.

Mental Health Connect allows New Yorkers to explore behavioral health services from over 600 providers based on type of service, appointment availability, ages served, languages spoken, and insurance types accepted.

Learn more: https://on.nyc.gov/4hAzKdI

10/08/2026

Cancer screening can catch early, when treatment works best. NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene and community-based partners are working to expand access to breast cancer screening. FPHNYC thanks Genentech, a member of the Roche Group, for support of the NYC Breast Cancer Task Force.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Routine screenings can help find breast cancer early, when it is easier to treat.

If you don't have health insurance, here is how you can get a free or low-cost mammogram in NYC.

More info: on.nyc.gov/3QbvxPX

10/06/2026

Queens faces some of 's greatest and risks, along with deep social and economic inequities. The Queens Resilience Network and the NYC Preparedness & Recovery Institute are asking people who live, work, learn, or spend time in Queens to take a survey to identify neighborhood strengths, gaps, and priorities across the borough: https://nycpri.com/stoop

10/05/2026

Resources on child and adolescent mental health services in NYC from NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene :
https://www.nyc.gov/site/doh/health/health-topics/child-and-adolescent-mental-health-services.page

💙 National Child Health Day — October 5, 2026 💙

Every child deserves the opportunity to grow up healthy, strong, active, and happy. 🧒👧

🥗 Nutritious food
🏃 Regular physical activity
😴 Good sleep
🛡️ Healthy habits and proper care

Small healthy habits during childhood can help build a brighter future. 🌟

Healthy Children, Brighter Tomorrows! 💚

10/02/2026

FPHNYC’s People & Culture team had the pleasure of representing FPHNYC at the Arab American Association of New York (AAANY) job fair in September. The event offered a valuable opportunity to connect with job seekers and community members, share information about career opportunities at FPHNYC, and engage with employers across New York City.

AAANY is a nonprofit social service and advocacy organization that has served immigrant and underserved communities in New York and beyond since 2001.

Visit FPHNYC’s careers page for more info on current openings and opportunities: https://fphnyc.org/about/careers/

09/29/2026

Anyone seeking mental health or crisis services can call, text, or chat 988 for confidential referrals and support 24/7, regardless of immigration or insurance status.

In recognition of Su***de Prevention Month, today we released new data on su***de in NYC. Following a peak of 601 su***de deaths in 2022, 535 New Yorkers died by su***de in 2024, with inequities across gender, age group, and race and ethnicity.

Learn more: on.nyc.gov/4dcA2EX

For free, confidential mental health and crisis support 24/7, New Yorkers can call or text 988, or visit nyc.gov/988

09/28/2026

📬 Your September FPHNYC is here!

The state of our system; leadership update; staying cool; staying safe; Breast cancer awareness; and more.

🗞️ Read and subscribe! https://fphnyc.org/get-involved/newsletters/

09/28/2026

🏃 Training is ongoing, and Team FPHNYC is getting more ready every day as we prepare for the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon! 💪🗽

We’re proud to be fueled by the support of our Sponsor, USI Insurance Services, whose commitment to healthier communities strengthens our work to expand New Yorkers’ access to primary care and health screenings, affordable and nutritious foods, mental health support, and other needed services.

“USI partners with nonprofit and public health organizations every day to help communities thrive. We’re honored to support Team FPHNYC in their mission to create a healthier NYC.”

— Mary Jo Jacobs and Estefania Xavier, USI Insurance Services

Together, we’re running toward a stronger, healthier NYC. 💙

🔗 You too can support Team FPHNYC with a donation today: https://bit.ly/4b60dMu

09/25/2026

UPDATE: Due to the anticipated nor’easter, this event has been rescheduled to Saturday, October 10.

Saturday, 9/26 join NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene's Brooklyn Neighborhood Health for its Annual Fall Fest! Activities for the entire family: Free health screenings, Farmer's market, Children's corner, Games & Prizes, Fitness demos. At the Bedford Health Center
https://bit.ly/fall-festival-bk

09/25/2026

We're excited to welcome our newest board members, two highly accomplished professionals, Carol Rattray and Vishva Mehta.

"Carol and Vishva have the kind of experience to help foster new partnerships at a time when the need for public health services is growing." - Howell Wechsler, FPHNYC's CEO.

Read more: https://fphnyc.org/blog/fphnyc-welcomes-new-board-members/