BLOOMBERG: VOA-GNY’s Housing Innovation Fund Offers a Sustainable Solution to Developing Affordable Housing
The Housing Innovation Fund allows VOA-GNY to overcome barriers and compete with larger, for-profit developers, Bloomberg reports.
VOA-GNY Announces $20 Million Commitment from Private Donor to Combat the Housing and Homelessness Crisis in the New York Metropolitan Area
Volunteers of America-Greater New York announces a $20 million donation to support the development of affordable housing in the New York metropolitan area.
The New York Times: When They Go Home After Working All Day, It’s Not to a Home
VOA-GNY’s Jamaica Women’s Employment Shelter was mentioned in an article in the New York Times. Read the article here.
Daily News: Successful program to battle street homelessness in NYC undermined by bureaucratic barriers
In a recent article in the Daily News, VOA-GNY’s Street to Home pilot program was mentioned as one of the solutions to combat street homelessness using a Housing First approach. Catherine Trapani, VOA-GNY’s AVP of Public Policy, notes that thousands of vacant supportive housing units could be used immediately for Housing First without risk, potentially housing more people. Read the full article here.
City & State: Brian Moriarty Named 2025 Trailblazers in Health Care, Advocates for Housing First as the Solution to Unsheltered Homelessness
Brian Moriarty, our Assistant Vice President of Behavioral Health and Specialized Housing, has been recognized as one of City & State New York’s 2025 Trailblazers in Health Care. Read more about Brian’s work and accomplishments here. In a recent article for City & State New York, Brian discusses how the Housing First approach is a critical first step toward recovery and self-sufficiency for individuals experiencing unsheltered homelessness. By providing stable housing, individuals can focus on improving their health, seeking treatment for substance use disorders, and pursuing employment opportunities. Read the full article here.