Youth Development and Opportunity

Youth Development and Opportunity

…youth, almost exclusively African-American and Latino, who are more than twice as likely to be “disconnected.” Founded in 1964, our College Readiness program has provided more than 20,000 low-income students…

December 20, 2016

December 20, 2016

…is 102 years old. Respondents represented a diverse mix of ethnic and racial backgrounds. A majority (58.5%) identified themselves as Latino or Hispanic, and 41% as African American or black….

Business Development

…and sound business development assistance to maintain, expand or create new business in our neighborhood. Services & Programs The Business Development Center provides a wide range of free or low-cost…

August 28, 2017

August 28, 2017

…through which local school children will work to keep their neighborhoods litter free, and create public awareness on the importance of trash removal and recycling; Sidewalk cleaning, litter removal and…

Toasting Union Settlement

JOIN US FOR OUR VIRTUAL FALL RECEPTION! THURSDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2021 6:30-7:00 PM Register now free of charge, and get ready to view the event on the 21st! HONORING Union…

Help give the children of East Harlem the summer they deserve

…already challenging circumstances. The opportunity for kids to play outside and enjoy healthy recreation and learning are more important this summer than ever before. At Union Settlement, free day camp…

Virtual Fall Reception

…Harlem heroes! Registration to attend the event is free of charge. We welcome all donations and sponsorships to support our programs which serve the residents of East Harlem. Sponsor or…

Winter 2019 Newsletter – Gilberto Agosto

…housing units, they were brand new and sparkling clean,” recalls Gil. “Back then, doors were open and young people could freely travel from one housing complex to another.” Today, things…

Adult Education

Adult Education

WHAT WE DO Our free classes empower over 500 adult students in their personal and professional lives in East Harlem. We serve people who wish to learn English, gain a…

Winter 2018 Newsletter – Guadalupe

…the nail salon industry while spending her free time perfecting her English. After 10 years of working for other salons, it was time to start her own. However, Guadalupe needed…