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“I’ve been thinking a lot about what our community needs and also where Westhab fits in. Three things I know we are in need of are to heal, to connect, and to build — all things our organization knows well.” Click the image above to read more from Rich.
Meet Westhab’s Wunderkind! Sarah Lonergan-Rothschild, Director of Adult Housing and Services is the recipient of a 914INC. Wunderkind Award, given to rising stars under 35. For Sarah, social work is a calling, one that has presented her with some of her greatest challenges and rewards. Click the image above to learn more.
On May 5, 2022, Westhab hosted Drinks for Dayspring, an event organized by and for the next generation of Westhab supporters. Young professionals and seasoned supporters alike gathered in Apple Bank’s historic lobby in New York City for drinks, conversation, a little magic, and, of course, to raise critical funds for the Dayspring Community Center. … Continued
Westhab President and CEO Rich Nightingale reflects on two years of social distancing and encourages everyone to find their own “poker zoom.” Click the image above to check out this special blog straight from Rich’s desk.
Thanks to TD Charitable Foundation, Westhab has critical funding to support our Dayspring Back to Work program at the brand-new Dayspring Community Center in Southwest Yonkers. Click the image above to learn more about how this grant will make a profound impact in the lives of those we proudly serve.
Steve Myrthil has spent his career fighting for digital equity, tackling the technological divide, and implementing strategic IT solutions to help organizations thrive. It came as no surprise to Westhab staff that Crain’s selected Steve as a 2022 Notable Black Leader. Click the image above to learn more.
As an organization that directly serves the most vulnerable, our operations did not just continue during the pandemic—they grew. Click the image above to learn about how our Vice President of HR has navigated this difficult yet expansive time for our organization.
When Kevin ended up at a Westhab shelter in Queens, he used his time wisely, utilizing all of the resources Westhab had to offer to create a new life for himself. Click the image above to read Kevin’s full story.