Rendering of Hillside Grove in Staten Island.

Last week, Governor Hochul met with private sector executives to assure them she will use New York State resources to help them feel safe. The same feeling of safety is exactly what we strive to provide to New York’s most vulnerable citizens: domestic violence survivors, trafficking victims, and others fleeing violence. That is why we are troubled and disappointed to learn that Gov. Hochul has vetoed the SAFE Shelter Act, which would have given our domestic violence shelter providers the funding and flexibility they need to provide emergency shelter to more vulnerable New Yorkers. The Governor rejected this critical legislation…

Volunteers of America-Greater New York along with elected officials and community leaders were urging Gov. Kathy Hochul to sign the SAFE Shelter Act that would help single domestic violence survivors have access to safe shelter.

Noelle Withers, Executive Vice President and Chief Program Officer Volunteers of America-Greater New York, was recognized by City & State New York as one of their 2023 Above & Beyond Innovators.

“We have a responsibility to meet domestic violence survivors where they are at when seeking shelter. The SAFE Shelter Act would ensure that providers can serve those who need it most without risking fiscal insolvency. Signing this legislation is a logical and important next step for Gov. Hochul to take to ensure New York is a safe haven for domestic violence survivors — no matter whether they are on this journey with family members or alone.” Catherine Trapani, AVP of Public Policy at Volunteers of America-Greater New York joins Wendy Linsalata, Executive Director of L.I. AgainstDomestic Violence, urging Governor Hochul…

Martin, a Vietnam War veteran, and his wife, Gladys. After losing their home, they turned to Volunteers of America-Greater New York for support.

Creating a Brighter Future is VOA-GNY’s second annual symposium focused on exploring the impact of domestic violence on children and youth, and discussing innovative approaches to services for young survivors.

Our vision is fueled by our experience as a leading provider of services to families and individuals experiencing homelessness in the greater New York area. Through more than 70 programs located in New York City, Northern New Jersey, and Westchester County—including emergency shelters, transitional housing, and permanent supportive housing.

Former VOA-GNY client Octavia and her son Eli discuss their experience of living at Regent Family Residence and the support VOA-GNY offered in helping them find an apartment of their own, setting them up to not only survive, but thrive.