Youth Development and Opportunity

Youth Development and Opportunity

…York City’s young people ages 16-24 are neither attending school nor participating in the labor force. Conditions are particularly dire in communities such as ours. We serve approximately 575 out-of-school…

Economic Development

Economic Development

…and enhancing small businesses, and promoting economic growth through policy and program advocacy. We believe East Harlem has the foundational assets, people, and collective character to achieve long-term sustainable growth….

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…

Policy & Advocacy

Policy & Advocacy

…we are working side-by-side with community members to tackle the issues that are important to them, and crafting solutions that build on our expertise running programs that improve people’s lives….

November 9, 2017

November 9, 2017

Older People Play Dodgeball Too: ‘We Are Animals’ The New York Times…

Fall 2018 Newsletter – Editorial

UNION SETTLEMENT CHRONICLE – FALL 2018 A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR People across the country and around the world have been appalled at how our federal government is treating…

July 20, 2015

July 20, 2015

people, Union Settlement is building the vitality and success of East Harlem. For more information, please visit unionsettlement.org. About The New York Community Trust Since 1924, The New York Community…

November 8, 2018

November 8, 2018

…with opportunities to better their lives. Employing over 450 staff, our services impact 10,000 people in our community every year. By helping our neighbors realize their goals, we build the…

August 13, 2015

August 13, 2015

…advocacy for young people eligible for DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) and an intensive job readiness program for individuals seeking to become Home Health Aides. Education is central to…

October 7, 2020

October 7, 2020

…education, wellness and community-building programs to our neighborhood, empowering New Yorkers with opportunities to better their lives. With a staff of more than 450 and services that impact 10,000 people,…