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United Way of New York City (UWNYC) works with a coalition of trusted partners to unite community power with citywide possibility. Together, we meet today’s most urgent needs while building transformative solutions for tomorrow – striving for health, opportunity, and prosperity for every New Yorker in every neighborhood.

Meet Samuel Francois, one of our United We Prepare Resiliency Fellowship Youth Ambassadors!Throughout the summer, our am...
10/10/2026

Meet Samuel Francois, one of our United We Prepare Resiliency Fellowship Youth Ambassadors!

Throughout the summer, our ambassadors were out in the community educating neighbors about emergency preparedness and distributing essential kits to help local households get ready for unexpected crises. We checked in with the ambassadors to hear their insights, key takeaways, and how this experience will shape their work going forward.

When asked what it felt like to have adults and community members listen to, learn from, and value his ideas, Samuel shared:

"I grew from someone who viewed community issues passively into an active advocate. The program gave me more practice in my public speaking, project management, and leadership skills, while deepening my empathy and responsibility toward the safety and resilience of the people around me."

We are so proud to highlight Samuel and the incredible impact our youth ambassadors made across New York City.

To learn more about United Way and Verizon's United We Prepare initiative, including the Resiliency Fellowship Youth Ambassador Program, visit https://bit.ly/4dwYWzm

🌱🍎 For more than 25 years, United Way of New York City’s Local Produce Link (LPL) Program has connected New York area fa...
10/05/2026

🌱🍎 For more than 25 years, United Way of New York City’s Local Produce Link (LPL) Program has connected New York area farmers and food pantries across NYC to increase access to fresh, locally grown produce while helping communities build knowledge and confidence around healthy eating to improve health outcomes.

This year we brought pantry clients, staff, and volunteers including Trinity Human Services Center/Food Pantry, CDSCnyc, Greater New York Conference, and St. John's Bread and Life to visit The Queens County Farm Museum, where participants connected with the land, learned firsthand the challenges of bringing fresh produce from farm to community food is and even harvested their own herbs! They learned about sustainable farming practices while connecting more deeply to the food they see distributed through the program, enjoying a hayride and corn maze along the way! 🌽

Back at participating pantries, UWNYC’s Community Chefs bring that learning full circle through community cooking demonstrations, showcasing practical ways to prepare produce. Together, these experience help strengthen nutrition education, support healthy food choices, and deepen the connection between local farms and the communities they nourish.

Thank you to our farmers (Hearty Roots Farm, Stoneledge Farm, Cranberry Hall Farms, Mimomex Farm, Angel Family Farm, Farm at Miller's Crossing, and Gonzalez Farm), community partners, and the Queens County Farm Museum for creating opportunities that connect food, health, and community. 🥕💚

This National Preparedness Month, United Way of New York City is excited to kick off our series spotlighting our incredi...
09/29/2026

This National Preparedness Month, United Way of New York City is excited to kick off our series spotlighting our incredible Resiliency Fellowship Youth Ambassadors, part of Verizon and United Way Worldwide's United We Prepare initiative. The ambassadors spent the summer out in the community, educating our neighbors about the importance of emergency preparedness, and providing kits to make it easier for households to prepare for the emergencies. Ambassadors shared with us their insights on the program, lessons they learned, and how they will take this experience with them in the future.

Meet Sha-King, one of our youth ambassadors, who explains why programs like the United We Prepare Resiliency Fellowship are so important to support.

09/28/2026

Our President & CEO, Grace C. Bonilla, recently joined to discuss our newest initiative: United for Benefits Access (UBA).

UBA is bringing together community-based organizations, government, healthcare providers, policy experts, and philanthropic partners in a coordinated response to the historic change in work requirements that federal HR1 legislation has brought to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Medicaid.

See if you are impacted and learn about how UWNYC and other organizations are stepping up to support families across the city through the UBA initiative: Link in Bio

United Way of New York City recently joined forces with EY US for the UWNYC Junior Board of Directors' Third Annual Buil...
09/27/2026

United Way of New York City recently joined forces with EY US for the UWNYC Junior Board of Directors' Third Annual Build-a-Backpack and Networking Night.

Together, we equipped 150 NYC students with the tools they need to walk into classrooms ready to learn. Each backpack represents our commitment to the power of education to make a difference.

We're grateful to EY for their collaboration in this work, to Jessica Miro for delivering on our Junior Board's vision for combining service and community, and to every volunteer who showed up with purpose.

This event was a powerful reminder that when corporate leaders and dedicated volunteers unite, we remove the barriers to help students learn, grow, and reach their potential. This school year, hundreds of students will open their backpacks and feel the collective care of their city. 🎒❤️

To learn more about the Junior Board visit bit.ly/4yWNOnI

September is Hunger Action Month, a time to take action and work together toward a NYC where no one goes hungry.United W...
09/25/2026

September is Hunger Action Month, a time to take action and work together toward a NYC where no one goes hungry.

United Way of New York City partners with food pantries, soup kitchens, and emergency food providers across all five boroughs to deliver locally sourced food, operational support, and timely resources like SNAP enrollment assistance.

As part of this ongoing commitment, we recently welcomed more than 40 food pantry operators to our Client Choice Tune-Up Workshop, hosted in partnership with City Harvest, Food Bank For NYC , and Plentiful.

Client Choice gives food pantry visitors the ability to select the food that best meets their household's needs and preferences, rather than receiving a pre-packed bag. In a city as diverse as New York, this helps pantries better respond to different dietary needs, cultural food preferences, and household circumstances, while reducing food waste.

Thank you to the Chinese-American Planning Council for hosting us, and to all of the food pantry operators who attended and shared their experiences. Opportunities like this allow us to learn alongside our partners, strengthen NYC’s emergency food network, and turn hunger action into lasting impact.

09/21/2026

This summer, 18 corporate partners and 730 employees volunteered their time during United Way of New York City’s annual Build-a-Backpack event, in their offices to help students prepare for the upcoming school year.

When 59% of NYC households struggle to make ends meet, the start of the school year can bring additional financial pressures for families and their children. Together, our corporate partners and dedicated volunteers filled more than 4,000 backpacks with essential school supplies, ensuring students across NYC start the school year prepared and ready to learn.

Our Backpack Drive is just one of the many ways to get involved with UWNYC, learn more about volunteer opportunities at our link in bio.

Thank you to all our partners who funded and supported this year’s backpack drive:

5C Investment Partners
Brookfield
CIBC
Con Edison
Deloitte
The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC)
Eli Lilly and Company
EY
Hellman & Friedman
ING Americas
Jefferies
JPMorganChase
Kyndryl
LVMH
Petretti & Associates
S&P Global
Wolf Greenfield
5C Company LLC

United Way of New York City recently hosted its annual Atlas team Summer Fun Day on Governors Island.The Atlas program u...
09/18/2026

United Way of New York City recently hosted its annual Atlas team Summer Fun Day on Governors Island.

The Atlas program utilizes evidence-based therapeutic models, mentorship, and capacity-building resources to community based organizations in order to break cycles of violence and incarceration in high risk areas.

The day was dedicated to supporting the staff delivering this impactful work year-round with an opportunity to recharge together through restorative team bonding activities.

Thank you to the entire team for your energy and dedication to making a lasting impact on our community:
BronxConnect
Central Family Life Center Inc
Living Redemption Youth Opportunity Hub
Center for Justice Innovation
RiseBoroNYC
Rising Ground

Learn more about UWNYC's justice and opportunity work, including the Atlas program, here: https://unitedway.nyc/4hz6vrq

As new SNAP and Medicaid work requirements take effect, we’re launching our United for Benefits Access website designed ...
09/16/2026

As new SNAP and Medicaid work requirements take effect, we’re launching our United for Benefits Access website designed to give community-based organizations and individuals clear, practical information to understand and respond to changes affecting these critical benefits.

Within the site, you’ll be able to explore the SNAP Resources Hub, which includes practical guidance on exemptions, qualifying activities, reporting hours, volunteer opportunities, and what to do if benefits have already stopped.

Millions of New Yorkers could face new hurdles to accessing their essential benefits. United Way of New York City is taking action to help families prepare and connect to the support they need by mobilizing partners across the city through our United for Benefits Access initiative.

This work is made possible by the generous support and partnership of the Altman Foundation, Trinity Church NYC, and SOMOS Community Care

Together, we’re uniting partners and resources around one goal: helping New Yorkers keep the benefits they rely on.

Explore United for Benefits Access: https://bit.ly/3SL6M1e

09/11/2026

Twenty-five years ago, in the face of unimaginable loss, New Yorkers came together to care for one another, support our neighbors, and help our city move forward.

Today, we remember those we lost, the families and communities forever changed, and the first responders and countless New Yorkers who stepped forward in service to others.

Across the city, people and organizations mobilized in response and gave to support those who were grieving, recovering, and rebuilding. United Way of New York City was one of those organizations, and together with The New York Community Trust, started The September 11th Fund, providing support to thousands of those impacted.

In the aftermath, New Yorkers showed us something that remains true today: in moments of crisis, our strength comes from standing together.

As our city faces new challenges, our role remains the same. We will continue to show up for our neighbors, strengthen our communities, and work to build a New York where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Today, we remember. Together, we carry that spirit of community forward. Join us and volunteer today at 911day.org.
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