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September 21, 2026
Every Student in NYC Shelters Equipped With Backpacks and School Supplies for the School Year
A record-breaking 29,329 backpacks were collected through Volunteers of America-Greater New York’s annual Operation Backpack® campaign.
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September 23, 2026
The Honickman Companies Golf Invitational Raises $645,000, Bringing Total Giving Over $3.2 Million
Volunteers of America-Greater New York received $250,000 from The Honickman Companies, which supports our innovative services for families and individuals experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness.
Testimony, October 28, 2026
Restoring Dignity to NYC Shelters: VOA-GNY Testimony on Shelter Safety
VOA-GNY delivered testimony to the NYC Council on improving shelter safety and conditions, calling for trauma-informed design, stronger staffing, building maintenance, and investment in shelter facilities.
Op-Ed, October 9, 2026
Daily News Op-ed: Restoring Dignity to NYC Shelters
Jeff Ginsburg urges the city to invest in the spaces where New Yorkers experiencing homelessness seek safety in an op-ed for The Daily News.
Media Coverage, October 8, 2026
Operation Backpack® on BronxNet’s OPEN
Kim Pompey joined Gary Axelbank on OPEN, BronxNet’s weekday magazine show, to talk about this year’s Operation Backpack® campaign.
Announcement, September 23, 2026
The Honickman Companies Golf Invitational Raises $645,000, Bringing Total Giving Over $3.2 Million
Volunteers of America-Greater New York received $250,000 from The Honickman Companies, which supports our innovative services for families and individuals experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness.
Testimony, September 22, 2026
A Sense of Urgency: VOA-GNY Testimony on Improving CityFHEPS Rental Assistance
VOA-GNY testified before the NYC Council on legislation to reduce administrative delays in CityFHEPS rental assistance and prepare for the launch of the City Housing Assistance Program (CHAP).
Press Release, September 21, 2026
Every Student in NYC Shelters Equipped With Backpacks and School Supplies for the School Year
A record-breaking 29,329 backpacks were collected through Volunteers of America-Greater New York’s annual Operation Backpack® campaign.
Testimony, September 9, 2026
Expanding Access to Affordable Housing: VOA-GNY Testimony on NYC’s Block by Block Housing Plan
VOA-GNY testified before the NYC Council on the Mayor’s Block by Block Housing Plan, supporting efforts to streamline development and help New Yorkers experiencing homelessness move into permanent housing faster.
Announcement, August 31, 2026
Rethink Food Partners With VOA-GNY to Provide Chef-created Meals to Families Experiencing Homelessness
On August 27th, Chef Daniel Humm distributed meals at one of VOA-GNY’s emergency family shelters with Rethink Food.
