We’re thrilled to share the launch of our new on-site pantry, designed to meet the immediate hunger and basic needs of our clients. Access to food is a vital part of overall well-being, and this pantry offers a short-term solution for individuals and families while they work toward more stable, long-term resources like full-service food [...]

We’re thrilled to shine this month’s Staff Spotlight on Isabela Mastel, whose journey with NYFS is a true testament to growth, dedication, and the opportunities offered through our Internship Program. Isabela first joined NYFS as a graduate intern. From the beginning, she showed empathy, professionalism, and an eagerness to learn. While embracing every opportunity to [...]

The Youth Pathways Program is an alternative to the traditional juvenile justice system that increases focus on the youth’s needs and addresses underlying issues that contributed to negative behaviors that adversely affect the youth, their family, and their community. Youth Diversion: A Restorative Approach  The Youth Diversion services at NYFS are designed for youth who [...]

Staff Profile: Meet Our Youth Pathways Supervisor At NYFS, we are lucky to have passionate professionals who dedicate themselves to making a difference in young lives. Sam McGinnity, our Youth Pathways Supervisor leads our diversion and community connections services, providing guidance, resources, and mentorship to youth in need. A Passion for Early Intervention With a [...]

“My greatest hope for my clients and their families is that they leave with a sense of hope and a direction,” shares Cari Kokotovich, Psychological Evaluation Program Manager at NYFS. “I want them to have a clear path forward and know they can always return for support or guidance when they feel stuck or need [...]