Hope for New York

Category: Story

The Hunger Collective Responds When Crisis Strikes
News, Nonprofit Partner, Press Release, Program, Story, Video
3 Minutes

The Hunger Collective Responds When Crisis Strikes

On a freezing Tuesday in January, days after a storm delivered 10 inches of snow, Pastor Phil Wittenberg walked into The Salvation Army's Astoria Community Center and immediately knew there was a crisis.

Back on My Feet: Running to Change Lives
Nonprofit Partner, Story
3 Minutes

Back on My Feet: Running to Change Lives

For over 30 years, we have partnered with nonprofits and churches to support vulnerable communities in need. We now partner with 80+ nonprofits, including Back on My Feet. Hear about one volunteer's firsthand experience.

How “Please” Reminds Us to Love
Story
3 Minutes

How “Please” Reminds Us to Love

One Sunday, while running late to church, I made an unspoken New York City faux pas: I locked eyes with a woman lingering by the subway turnstiles.

10 Stories of Beauty and Brokenness
Story
9 Minutes

10 Stories of Beauty and Brokenness

Every year, our affiliate partners share stories of how they meet the specific needs of New Yorkers in need of hope.

Bonding with Youth in Bushwick, Brooklyn
Story
2 Minutes

Bonding with Youth in Bushwick, Brooklyn

On a free Friday nine months ago, I signed up to serve with Living Waters Fellowship. Since then, I have been desperately trying to help Ms. Isabel on Friday evenings.

Seeing God’s Grace at Dream Center NYC
Story
3 Minutes

Seeing God’s Grace at Dream Center NYC

I moved to New York City for a new job. I wanted to keep myself grounded and remind myself that the New York experience I get to enjoy is not everyone’s experience. 

Reflection: What Does It Mean to Serve Hungry Neighbors?
Story
3 Minutes

Reflection: What Does It Mean to Serve Hungry Neighbors?

What does it really mean to do the right thing in feeding hungry and unhoused neighbors?

Volunteer Spotlight: Meet Dave, Dedicated HFNY Volunteer
Story
2 Minutes

Volunteer Spotlight: Meet Dave, Dedicated HFNY Volunteer

Dave Park is a Hope for New York volunteer who has been serving with our affiliates for years!

How Volunteering Transformed My Life
Story
5 Minutes

How Volunteering Transformed My Life

Volunteering and engaging volunteers as part of my full-time work at The Bowery Mission stems from my own turbulent experiences in New York City.