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As part of a two-year grant provided by Verizon in support of digital inclusion under Citizen Verizon, the company’s responsible business plan for economic, environmental, and social advancement, Phipps Neighborhoods launched this … Continue Reading Posted in News Phipps Neighborhoods & Phipps Houses Host After School Program Sign-up Event Posted by Thomas Brande on May 15, 2021 200 children to enroll in virtual after school and summer camp programs receive a free Google Chromebook Photos from Crotona Park West and Lambert Houses events: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/pyb6fpzeo8yvimi/AADMIRNsGi3NE-DykcFhTz7ja?dl=0 On Saturday, May 15, 2021, Phipps Neighborhoods and Phipps Houses co-hosted registration events at Crotona Park West and Lambert Houses for their virtual after school and summer camp programs in the Bronx. The … Continue Reading Posted in News Experts ‘Break Ground’ on New Career Pipeline in Building Management Posted by Thomas Brande on March 25, 2021 For Immediate Release New York industry leaders in building management, education, and workforce development have gathered in Phipps Neighborhoods’ Advisory Committee to create a new career pipeline. This new training course will prepare aspiring professionals from the Bronx community and Phipps Houses residences with the skills and connections necessary to land jobs in building management. The new program model … Continue Reading Posted in News Collective Voices of Bronx Impact Coalition Demand NYC Food Justice Posted by Thomas Brande on November 30, 2020 November 30, 2020 On the eve of the Thanksgiving, Bronx Impact’s Food Access Collective and over 20 community partners, submitted a plan to increase equitable food access in the Bronx and across New York City. After the COVID-19 lockdown, Bronx unemployment became the highest in the city while the number of Bronx food pantries decreased by half, leaving more families … Continue Reading Posted in News Our Summer Camper’s Letter to Mayor De Blasio and Police Commissioner Shea Posted by Martin Nunez-Bonilla on August 28, 2020 The young people in our Virtual Summer Camp know the world has to change. One group of middle school students chose to write to Mayor Bill de Blasio and Police Commissioner Dermot Shea to call for changes in the police department. They highlighted what the NYPD is doing well while calling for equal police treatment neighborhoods, more diversity in the … Continue Reading Posted in News Statement of Solidarity from Phipps Leadership Posted by Thomas Brande on June 12, 2020 To our residents, clients, employees, partners, and friends, We have witnessed first-hand how Black and Brown communities in New York City have suffered disproportionately at the hands the COVID-19 pandemic. And we are now bearing witness to the justifiable outrage over the killing of George Floyd – and many others – as our city, our nation, and the world has … Continue Reading Posted in News Phipps Neighborhoods Appoints Andre White Its New Executive Director/CEO Posted by Thomas Brande on May 5, 2020 Andre White, Phipps Neighborhoods Executive Director & CEO Phipps Neighborhoods, a leading social service not-for-profit organization affiliated with affordable housing not-for-profit Phipps Houses, announced its new Executive Director/CEO, Andre White. Recognized as a national leader in the field of youth employment, White brings nearly two decades of public service experience and accomplishments to Phipps Neighborhoods. White most recently oversaw … Continue Reading Posted in News GOVERNOR CUOMO ANNOUNCES PROJECTS FUNDED THROUGH THE EMPIRE STATE POVERTY REDUCTION INITIATIVE LAUNCHING IN THE BRONX Posted by Thomas Brande on February 19, 2020 For Immediate Release: 2/18/2020 GOVERNOR ANDREW M. CUOMO GOVERNOR CUOMO ANNOUNCES PROJECTS FUNDED THROUGH THE EMPIRE STATE POVERTY REDUCTION INITIATIVE LAUNCHING IN THE BRONX More Than $1.3 Million Provided to Undertake Community-Based Projects From left to right – NYS Assemblyman Michael Blake, NYS Assemblyman Marcos A. Crespo, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr., Lieutenant Governor of New York Kathy Hochul, … Continue Reading Posted in News SANTANDER’S SCOTT E. POWELL, HOUSING INDUSTRY LEADERS RAISE $1.7 MILLION FOR CRITICAL SERVICES Posted by Thomas Brande on June 12, 2019 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SANTANDER’S SCOTT E. POWELL, HOUSING INDUSTRY LEADERS RAISE $1.7 MILLION FOR CRITICAL SERVICES Annual event provides meaningful support to College Access, South Bronx programs. June 2019 (New York, NY) – Guests of Phipps Houses and Phipps Neighborhoods raised over $1.7 million at the Phipps Community Builder Awards Dinner held on May 29th, 2019. This year’s … Continue Reading Posted in News Statement from Phipps Houses: Courtlandt Corners Strike Posted by Thomas Brande on November 28, 2017 Statement Available for Immediate Release *** The Courtlandt affordable housing developments and Phipps Houses are committed to providing a fair, supportive employment environment. From our founding as a non-profit to provide affordable housing, we believe in lifting up communities and the people that live there to have stable and fruitful lives. We remain committed to negotiating terms of employment for … Continue Reading Posted in News Mayor de Blasio Announces Guaranteed $15 Minimum Wage for All City Government Employees – Benefitting 50,000 Additional New Yorkers Posted by support@phippsny.org on January 6, 2016 Mayor’s announcement guarantees all City & purchase of service employees will make $15/hour by end of 2018 NEW YORK—Mayor Bill de Blasio today announced a $15 minimum wage for all City government employees and employees who provide contracted work for the City at social service organizations – meaning that by the end of 2018, approximately 50,000 additional employees will … Continue Reading Posted in News Elizabeth Clay Roy, Chief Strategy Officer for Phipps Neighborhoods and Co-Director of South Bronx Rising Together, Selected as One of New York Nonprofit Media’s 40 Under 40 Rising Stars Posted by support@phippsny.org on October 8, 2015 New York Nonprofit Media honored 40 Under 40, the rising stars of the nonprofit world who are having a dramatic impact on New York City. We are thrilled to announce that Elizabeth Clay Roy, Chief Strategy Officer for Phipps Neighborhoods and Co-Director of South Bronx Rising Together, was one of the honorees. Congratulations to the 2015 New York Nonprofit 40 … Continue Reading Posted in News Bronx Stakeholders Come Together to Tackle Chronic Absenteeism Posted by support@phippsny.org on October 5, 2015 Elected Officials, Educators, Parents, and Community-Based Organizations Make Everyday School Attendance a Top Priority Bronx, NY, September 28, 2015 –Dozens of stakeholders in the South Bronx community gathered at East Bronx Academy for the Future to raise awareness of the critical role that strong attendance plays in academic success and to kick-off an allied effort among 61 schools, as … Continue Reading Posted in News At a Bronx campus, Renewal program takes shape with new school year Posted by support@phippsny.org on September 15, 2015 The Richard R. Green campus in the Bronx underwent several renovations over the summer. The Richard R. Green campus is a drab, three-story brick building in the northwest Bronx. But this year, its metal fences are adorned with banners for each of the four schools inside and new flowers line the entranceway, where the doors have been painted bright blue … Continue Reading Posted in News JP Morgan Chase & Co.’s Corporate Responsibility Summary 2014 Posted by support@phippsny.org on May 18, 2015 … Continue Reading Posted in News Christian Science Monitor: The overbooked generation Posted by support@phippsny.org on May 11, 2015 The overbooked generation Today’s young people are more overscheduled than at any time in history. How families cope with the extracurricular crush. By Lee Lawrence, Correspondent MAY 10, 2015 Kids and teens take dance and drama classes at Clater Kaye Theatreworks, on April 13, 2015, in Hickory, North Carolina. Clater Kaye Theatreworks trains students in the full spectrum of the … Continue Reading Posted in News Project Princess outfits Bronx girls for prom Posted by support@phippsny.org on April 25, 2015 Several Bronx girls got a treat on Saturday to help make an important occasion in their lives extra special. A new organization called Project Princess is working with the nonprofit Phipps Neighborhoods to provide Bronx eighth-graders and high school students with their dream prom dresses. Founder Sarah Richman, 16, hasn’t even been to prom yet, but she has seen peers … Continue Reading Posted in News JP Morgan Chase & Co.’s New Skills at Work 2014 Year in Review Posted by support@phippsny.org on April 22, 2015 Career Network: Healthcare was highlighted in JP Morgan Chase & Co.’s New Skills at Work 2014 Year in Review: $1 million grant to support the collaboration of Phipps Neighborhoods, Montefiore Medical Center and Hostos Community College to form a healthcare-based Career Network. The Career Network is working to help young adults acquire the employment and education credentials they need to … Continue Reading Posted in News Latina of Influence | Dianne Morales Posted by support@phippsny.org on March 13, 2015 Dianne Morales is a 2015 Latina of Influence named by Hispanic Lifestyle. Dianne is being recognized for her professional accomplishments, commitment to education and community service. Hispanic Lifestyle’s 2015 Latinas of Influence will be recognizing Dianne and her fellow Latinas of Influence during a luncheon held in their honor on at Latina Conference 2015. Dianne Morales is the Executive … Continue Reading Posted in News Dianne Morales Named one of Hispanic Lifestyle’s 2015 Latinas of Influence Posted by support@phippsny.org on February 27, 2015 Hispanic Lifestyle announces 2015 Latinas of Influence listing I am excited to share with you Hispanic Lifestyle’s 2015 Latinas of Influence list. Our appreciation and gratitude to everyone who submitted names for our listing. Thank you for your time and commitment in sharing these wonderful stories of Latinas making a difference in our communities. Starting March 1, 2015 in honor … Continue Reading Posted in News Practical Advice from CRE’s Leadership Caucus Alumni Posted by support@phippsny.org on February 18, 2015 More than 30 nonprofit leaders – graduates of CRE’s Leadership Caucus program – gathered on January 29th to share information and advice on sustaining organizational effectiveness. The event marked the launch of CRE’s new Leadership Caucus Alumni Program. The inaugural event launched a new initiative developed exclusively for the more than 250 nonprofit and government leaders who have completed the … Continue Reading Posted in News De Blasio Administration’s First 45 Community Schools Get Paired with Community Partners and Prepare for 2015 Launch Posted by support@phippsny.org on December 1, 2014 Each school to adopt transformative educational approach to address whole needs of children and provide targeted services such as vision care, mentoring, arts and sports education, social workers and other mental health services, youth leadership programming, and academic enrichment to help students catch-up or leap ahead December 1, 2014, NEW YORK—Schools Chancellor Carmen Fariña and Deputy Mayor Richard Buery … Continue Reading Posted in News 21st Annual Phipps Community Builder Awards a Great Success Posted by support@phippsny.org on November 12, 2014 Monday night’s 21st annual Phipps Community Builder Awards gala raised close to $900,000 to help Phipps Neighborhoods further the ongoing development of innovative solutions to the challenges that plague impoverished communities. The event was held at Cipriani 42nd Street and honored JPMorgan Chase Foundation for its ground-breaking vision and philanthropic work. The evening highlighted the importance of education achievement, career … Continue Reading Posted in blog, News Phipps Neighborhoods Hosts New York City Businesses at Veterans Day Job Fair Posted by support@phippsny.org on November 5, 2014 For Immediate Release Contact: Stephanie Cooper, (w) 646-388-8240, (c) 646-761-4646, scooper@phippsny.org Phipps Neighborhoods Hosts New York City Businesses at Veterans Day Job Fair Connecting Employers and Community Members in the South Bronx November 5, 2014 Bronx, NY – On Tuesday, November 11, 2014, Phipps Neighborhoods, in collaboration with Public Advocate Letitia James, State Senator Gustavo Rivera, and Council Members Vanessa … Continue Reading Posted in News Lack of Skilled Workers Threatens Economic Growth Posted by support@phippsny.org on October 30, 2014 Employers are looking to hire people with more advanced skills, especially in STEM fields, but job seekers are often struggling to figure out which skills they need and where they can learn them. Shantel Burres grew up in New York, in the South Bronx, earning a high school equivalency certificate. But she was having trouble finding a job while juggling … Continue Reading Posted in News For 146 Million U.S. Adults With No College Degree, $16.08 an Hour Is Just the Ticket Posted by support@phippsny.org on October 30, 2014 Unemployed (USURTOT) and pregnant with her second child in late 2013, Shantel Burris knew she needed to make a change. In a year, the 24-year-old went from jobless benefits to earning double the New York minimum wage. Her first step was getting a high school diploma, and a chat with a counselor sparked a “nonstop” process of preparation centered on … Continue Reading Posted in News New Youth Network Aims to Get Kids Healthy and College-Ready Posted by support@phippsny.org on October 16, 2014 SOUTH BRONX — A coalition of antipoverty organizations and community members is set to launch in the borough with the goal of helping kids get healthy and college-ready. The South Bronx Rising Together network, comprised of the The Children’s Aid Society and Phipps Neighborhoods, as well as JPMorgan Chase and other community members, aims to help create new economic … Continue Reading Posted in News De Blasio Administration Taps New Advisory Board to Help Develop New York City’s Next Wave of Community Schools Posted by support@phippsny.org on July 17, 2014 Leaders from community groups, social services, businesses and academia to hone new models for turning schools into vibrant community hubs that provide services to at-risk families NEW YORK—Mayor Bill de Blasio today kicked off the planning process for a slate of new Community Schools, with a gathering of leaders from across the city who will help the City innovate … Continue Reading Posted in News Mayor de Blasio, Schools Chancellor Fariña, DYCD Commissioner Chong Announce 271 New Providers to Expand After-School Programs in Middle Schools; Urge Youth to Apply for Summer Enrichment Programs Posted by support@phippsny.org on June 18, 2014 Announcement is part of the administration’s promise to invest in City’s youth and expand opportunities for them and their families. Expansion will increase the number of middle schools offering after-schools programs by 142 percent. Capacity for middle school summer enrichment programs will double in 2014. June 17, 2014, New York, NY —Mayor Bill de Blasio, Schools Chancellor Carmen Fariña, and … Continue Reading Posted in News Phipps Neighborhoods and The Children’s Aid Society Announce $1MM Grant from JPMorgan Chase Posted by support@phippsny.org on June 16, 2014 Partnership will work to improve education, workforce and economic outcomes for South Bronx children and families April 10, 2014, New York, NY – Phipps Neighborhoods and The Children’s Aid Society today joined forces to announce a $1,000,000 expansion grant from JPMorgan Chase to support their cradle-through-career collective impact initiative in the South Bronx. The project, known as “South Bronx … Continue Reading Posted in News Governor Cuomo Launches Unemployment Strikeforce to Connect Jobseekers with Available Positions in Areas with Highest Unemployment Rates Posted by support@phippsny.org on June 16, 2014 JPMorgan Chase Commits $20 million to Statewide Workforce Readiness Initiative Partnerships with Employers and Educators Create Comprehensive Program to Reduce Unemployment Statewide May 29, 2014, Albany, NY – Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced an Unemployment Strikeforce, a new multi-pronged campaign to target areas of the State with the highest unemployment rates and boost employment. In partnership with New York … Continue Reading Posted in News Via Verde Grand Opening Posted by support@phippsny.org on May 2, 2014 June 18, 2012 (Bronx, NY) Mayor Bloomberg, HUD Secretary Donovan, HPD Commissioner Wambua, Jonathan Rose Companies and Phipps Houses announce the Grand Opening of Via Verde. Way Green: Via Verde Affordable Housing. A New York City competition proves that green living environments can extend to affordable housing. Urban Oasis: How Via Verde Provides Healthy Living to the South Bronx. Via … Continue Reading Posted in News Roscoe C. Brown, Jr. Apartments Ribbon Cutting Posted by support@phippsny.org on May 2, 2014 October 11, 2012 (Bronx, NY) Phipps Houses celebrates the lifelong achievements of military hero and education leader Dr. Roscoe C. Brown, Jr. by naming the newest Phipps Houses building in his honor. New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) Commissioner Mathew M. Wambua and New York City Housing Development Corporation (HDC) Executive Vice President for Real Estate … Continue Reading Posted in News Way Green: Via Verde Affordable Housing Posted by support@phippsny.org on May 2, 2014 November 8, 2012 (New York) A New York City competition proves that green living environments can extend to affordable housing.… Continue Reading Posted in News Urban Oasis: How Via Verde Provides Healthy Living to the South Bronx Posted by support@phippsny.org on May 2, 2014 November 16, 2012 (New York) Via Verde in the South Bronx is a new model for public housing in New York City, based on the principles of community and sustainable, healthy living.… Continue Reading Posted in News Justice Corps trains former offenders for future success Posted by support@phippsny.org on May 2, 2014 January 31, 2013 (Bronx, NY) The Phipps NYC Justice Corps helps young adults who have been through the court system get back on track with a plan for future success.… Continue Reading Posted in News JPMorgan donates $300K to help kids learn Posted by support@phippsny.org on May 2, 2014 February 6, 2013 (New York, NY) JPMorgan Chase has donated $300,000 to Phipps Community Development Corporation and The Children’s Aid Society for a program to help kids in the South Bronx make it to college.… Continue Reading Posted in News Bronx-based program helps youth find work and a sense of purpose Posted by support@phippsny.org on May 2, 2014 February 7, 2013 (Bronx, NY) The NYC Justice Corps provides educational opportunities, job-placement and internships to young men and women struggling with life after arrest.… Continue Reading Posted in News Phipps raises $1.14 million for social services Posted by support@phippsny.org on May 1, 2014 Phipps Houses and Phipps Community Development Corporation (Phipps CDC) raised $1.14 million at the Phipps Community Builder Awards dinner on October 3, 2013. The annual charity event celebrates contributions of key business and community leaders to the development of New York City affordable housing and critical human services. … Continue Reading Posted in News Mayor Bloomber Joins Phipps Houses to Break Ground on First Two Residential Buildings Queens Waterfront Posted by support@phippsny.org on March 14, 2014 … Continue Reading Posted in News © 2021 Phipps NY, All Rights Reserved.