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Organizations that Help the Homeless of New York City
As my previous blog post explains, homelessness is a significant problem in New York City. With over 60,000 homeless people in New York City, something clearly needs to be done about this issue. Luckily there are many non-profit organizations that specifically aim to help the homeless population in the city. The work that they do helps to ensure that these people are fed, have proper clothing and toiletries, and have a warm and safe place to sleep at night. There are even some charities that work to help homeless people get jobs! Below is a list of some of the work that charities in New [...]
Homelessness in New York City
Homelessness is an experience that every New Yorker has shared- either you know someone who has been homeless, you have been homeless, or you have seen someone who is homeless on a sidewalk or in the subway. According to the coalition for the homeless, in recent years homelessness in New York City has reached the highest levels since the Great Depression of the 1930s. The number of homeless New Yorkers sleeping in shelters each night is 85 percent higher than it was ten years ago. In September 2015, over 60,000 homeless people sleep in NYC shelters each night. Out of those 60,000 people over 42,000 [...]
New York Charities that Help Children
There are hundreds of philanthropic organizations in New York City. Anyone hoping to help out a charity might not know which organization makes the most or best impact. This list highlights six outstanding charities who work specifically with children. All of them have multiple ways that you can get involved, whether it be on a large or small scale. AHRC The goal of AHRC is to help people with intellectual and other developmental disabilities build full lives. Currently, AHRC serves over 15,000 individuals throughout the five boroughs. Individuals registered in the program are offered a wide range of programs, services and supports tailored to meet [...]
Why Charity Work is Important
The positive effects of charity work are known worldwide. Whether you are working directly in your community or for a country that is halfway around the world, you can make a positive impact on another person’s life. While there are many different types of charities, from healthcare related ones to ones that focus on food and ones that want to give every child an education, no matter which one you work with you, as the volunteer, can gain from the experience. Volunteering doesn't just benefit the people that you are helping, it helps you too. From feeling good about yourself, to helping other people, [...]
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