Receive inspirational stories from the individuals and families in our care, and learn about unique opportunities to help our neighbors in need reach their full potential.
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Operation Backpack® Sort Weeks are Underway!
Learn MoreThere is still time to contribute by donating to the campaign. Help us reach our goal of 20,000 backpacks!
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Unconditional Support
Read Her StoryThe patient and adamant staff in our supportive housing helped Lisa get clean after her battles with addiction and homelessness.
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The Love of a Family
Read Their StoryThe support that the Harrell family received at our transitional family shelter has helped Heaven excel in school.
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Leave No One Behind
Read About Their FriendshipEdwin and Derek are graduates of Battle Buddy Bridge®, our innovative program that trains vets to be peer specialists.
News and Events
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Hundreds of Corporate and Community Partners Garner Support for Operation Backpack® 2019
Read MoreNearly 300 partners, including out-of-home advertising firms and the NYPD Transit Bureau, are helping to ensure that 20,000 homeless NYC children go back to school with the supplies they need.
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Operation Backpack® 2019 Featured on CBS2
Watch the VideoCBS2 shares a behind-the-scenes look at Operation Backpack® 2019 Sort Week and the partners and volunteers that are making it all possible.
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"New York Post" Highlights the Story and Impact of Operation Backpack®
Read the StoryFounded 16 years ago by Rachel Weinstein, VOA-GNY's Vice President of Communications & External Relations, Operation Backpack® continues to positively impact students experiencing homelessness.
Uplifting All People
Volunteers of America-Greater New York has been at the forefront of social service since 1896, and today, is one of the largest nonprofit developers and providers of permanent, supportive housing in the country.