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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.
A mother holding a backpack to her child while he unzips it.
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.
Media Coverage, August 25, 2026

City & State: Adam Balasiano Featured in Real Estate Trailblazers

The list highlights key figures combatting the housing crisis in New York City.
Media Coverage, August 17, 2026

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
Graphic with the VOA-GNY logo and a photo of a Black mom and young daughter sitting on a bed.
Press Release, August 3, 2026

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.
Announcement, July 30, 2026

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.