Housing is
just the start
of what we do.
We meet the needs of neighbors experiencing or at risk of homelessness in New York City, Westchester, and Northern New Jersey.
Policy Report: Restoring Dignity
Drawing on practical design ideas piloted at VOA-GNY programs, Restoring Dignity is a blueprint for how NYC can utilize trauma-informed design to mitigate stressors, preserve dignity, and improve outcomes across the shelter system.
News Highlights
VOA-GNY Named Co-Developer of The Orion in Queens, An Innovative Approach to Creating Affordable Housing
The mixed-use project will create affordable housing along the East River waterfront, including 150 apartments for formerly homeless individuals.
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New Report: How a Trauma-Informed Shelter System Can Reduce Street Homelessness
Volunteers of America-Greater New York’s ‘Restoring Dignity’ report draws on first-of-its-kind documentation from inside New York’s shelters
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Volunteers of America-Greater New York Adds Four Board Members to Accelerate Affordable Housing Development and Mental Health Services
The four new board members join as VOA-GNY works to build nearly 2,400 units of affordable housing over the coming years.
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As NYC Families Face Affordability Crisis and Record Youth Homelessness, Operation Backpack® Mobilizes Support for Students in Shelter
There are more students than ever at risk of the devastating consequences of homelessness as the cost of living in New York City continues to grow out of reach for many families.
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Delivering housing, health and wealth-building services to thousands of adults and children annually
We provide critical support to neighbors in need, including families experiencing homelessness, survivors of domestic violence, seniors and veterans, while laboring toward systemic change.
See Our Impact
5th
Largest provider of supportive housing in New York City
777
People experiencing homelessness transitioned into permanent housing with our support
35,136
People received housing and other services from us in 2024
Operation Backpack® is back!
1 in 7 NYC public school students experience homelessness. Help ensure they have what they need to succeed in the classroom
and beyond!
Help us end homelessness in our community
Our vision is to end homelessness in Greater New York. With your support, change is possible.