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# NYFC

New Yorkers For Children

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## Posts

- [NYFC Announces Partnership with YouthNPower](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/nyfc-announces-partnership-with-youthnpower/) - NYFC is honored to be a part of YouthNPower: Transforming Care, a collaboration between the Children’s Defense Fund-New York, the CUNY Graduate Center’s Public Science Project, the Center for the Study of Social Policy, and New Yorkers For Children. It is a collective made up of researchers, organizers, advocates, and artists with both professional and
- [NYFC Program Spotlight: Emergency Grants](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/nyfc-program-spotlight-emergency-grants/) - See the infographic below for more information on NYFC's direct cash support through the Emergency Grants program to youth in care and those who have aged out.
- [<strong>New Yorkers For Children Statement on the Mayor’s Mental Health Plan</strong>](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/new-yorkers-for-children-statement-on-the-mayors-mental-health-plan/) - (New York, NY) — Alan Yu, Executive Director of New Yorkers For Children (NYFC), an organization dedicated to helping those aging out of New York City’s foster care system, issued the following statement in response to Mayor Adams and the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene’s announcement of Care, Community, Action: A Mental Health Plan
- [<strong>New Yorkers For Children Announces New Leadership</strong>](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/new-yorkers-for-children-announces-new-leadership/) - New Executive Director and Board Co-President to bring new energy, strategic vision in support of children and families impacted by New York’s child welfare system New York, NY (February 22, 2023) - New Yorkers for Children (NYFC) is pleased to announce two new appointments to its leadership team, welcoming Alan Yu and Dr. Denise Maybank
- [New Yorkers For Children Announces $475,000 In Funding To Nine NYC Community-Based Child Welfare Nonprofits Specializing In Nine Core Service, Population Areas](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/new-yorkers-for-children-announces-475000-in-funding-to-nine-nyc-community-based-child-welfare-nonprofits-specializing-in-nine-core-service-population-areas/) - NYC Small Grants Program will support cross referral among grantees, leading to better services and supports for young people The majority of grantees are led by those with lived experience or by people of color In an effort to help smaller, community-based nonprofits in the child welfare sphere expand services and better meet the needs
- [Our Commitment to Stand with our Young People to Fight for Equity](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/our-commitment-to-stand-with-our-young-people-to-fight-for-equity/) - With the rollout of COVID-19 vaccines ramping up, it seemed like we might all be able to finally breathe a sigh of relief. But with the continued onslaught of police brutality, the rise of hate crimes, and the pervasive systemic racism that affects every aspect of American life, we are not yet able to breathe
- [NYFC Executive Director Interviewed by NY1 About the State of Services for Youth in Foster Care](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/nyfc-executive-director-interviewed-by-ny1-about-the-state-of-services-for-youth-in-foster-care/) - On Friday, New Yorkers For Children Executive Director Saroya Friedman-Gonzalez was interviewed by NY1 news about the current state of New York City foster care and supportive services for young people involved in the system. Watch the full interview and read more here: https://www.ny1.com/nyc/all-boroughs/health/2022/08/08/new-yorkers-for-children-helping-city-s-foster-care-system?cid=nyc-covid-newsletter
- [Spence-Chapin Services to Families and Children and New Yorkers For Children Announce New Program to Help Children Transition From Foster Care to Permanent Homes](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/spence-chapin-services-to-families-and-children-and-new-yorkers-for-children-announce-new-program-to-help-children-transition-from-foster-care-to-permanent-homes/) - Post-Permanency Support Program provides essential post-adoption/guardianship services to families, improving outcomes for children New York, New York, May 19, 2022—In an effort to ensure that children make better transitions from foster care to permanent homes, Spence-Chapin Services to Families and Children and New Yorkers For Children announce the Post Permanency Support Program (PPSP). The PPSP
- [NYFC Selected as a Robin Hood FUEL for 50 Winner](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/nyfc-selected-as-a-robin-hood-fuel-for-50-winner/) - New Yorkers For Children has been awarded a $25,000 grant by the Robin Hood Foundation's FUEL for 50 initiative, which aims to support young children’s learning and development through programs focused on their caregivers. The grant will support NYFC’s Emergency Grants program, which provides unconditional cash transfers to youth with foster experience, about 50% of
- [Native New Yorker, Sacramento Kings Player, Moe Harkless, Donates To Young People In NYC Who Have Been In The Foster Care System](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/native-new-yorker-sacramento-kings-player-moe-harkless-donates-to-young-people-in-nyc-who-have-been-in-the-foster-care-system/) - In Partnership With New Yorkers For Children & ACS, Harkless’ Generous Donation Will Provide Extra Financial Support To Older Youth Who Have Transitioned From Foster Care January 14, 2022 – Today, Sacramento Kings Player and Queens, NY native, Moe Harkless, donated to the Last Resort Emergency Response Fund managed by New Yorkers For Children in
- [Great.com Podcast Interviews NYFC Executive Director Saroya Friedman-Gonzalez](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/nyfc-interview-with-great-com/) - Karim Bukhadurov from Great.com interviewed New Yorkers for Children as part of their 'Great.com Talks With...' podcast. This series is an antidote to negative news stories that aims to shed light on organizations and experts whose work is making a positive impact on the world. Filling In The Gaps In many countries government support and
- [A Year in Review: The Anniversary of COVID-19](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/a-year-in-review-the-anniversary-of-covid-19/) - March 17, 2021 marked the one-year anniversary of New Yorkers For Children transitioning to quasi remote services due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Along with the rest of the city and most of the country, our staff had to pivot quickly, with the goal of never lapsing in our services for youth in NYC foster care. It has been a
- [NYFC Statement on the Derek Chauvin Verdict](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/nyfc-statement-on-the-derek-chauvin-verdict/) - Today is a monumental day. Derek Chauvin, the police officer responsible for killing George Floyd nearly one year ago, was found guilty on all counts. This is a small victory within the context of the long history of racial injustices in this country, but a victory nonetheless. This verdict does not bring back the full
- [Moe Harkless Makes Generous Donation to NYFC's COVID Emergency Fund](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/moe-harkless-makes-generous-donation-to-nyfcs-covid-emergency-fund/) - QUEENS NATIVE MOE HARKLESS Queens native Moe Harkless' generous donation to NYFC's COVID Emergency Fund helped 50 families pay the rent and cover other expenses during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more at this profile in the Queens Eagle.
- [NYFC Interview with BronxNet](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/nyfc-gets-interviewed-by-bronxnet/) - NYFC Executive Director Saroya Friedman-Gonzalez sits down with BronxNet OPEN Host Daren Jaime to discuss how the organization is working to create pathways to lifelong empowerment and success for transition-age and aged-out foster youth in NYC.
- [NYFC Fall Fundraiser 2020](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/fallfundraiser/) - Support the NYFC team & the vital work we do for New York City youth! New Yorkers For Children (NYFC) - along with the rest of the city - was hit hard when COVID struck in March 2020. Youth in foster care - who are vulnerable at the best of times - were hit harder
- [Anti-Racism Resources](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/antiracismresources/) - Dear NYFC Community, This page is intended to be a resource hub for YOU! Whether you’re a young person, adult, BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, Person of Color), white, new to social justice issues, or have been involved for years and simply looking to learn more, we hope there are valuable ideas and resources here for you.This
- [NYFC Celebrates and Honors Juneteenth](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/nyfc-celebrates-and-honors-juneteenth/) - Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States on June 19, 1865. It’s a day to recognize the end of slavery and celebrate the amazing achievements of Black and African Americans across the country throughout history. This day has always held great
- [NYFC Celebrates Pride!](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/nyfc-celebrates-pride/) - 2020 marks the 50th annual Pride month and celebration in New York City. As our city and the LGBTQIA+ community reach this incredible milestone, we at NYFC are taking a moment to reflect on the immeasurable contributions this community continues to make every day, all in the face of historic and continued prejudice, violence, and discrimination.We
- [NYFC Stands in Solidarity with the Black Lives Matter Movement](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/nyfc-stands-in-solidarity-with-the-black-lives-matter-movement/) - Along with millions of other Americans, New Yorkers For Children (NYFC) is deeply saddened and angered by the murder of George Floyd and so many other Black people who have been criminalized and treated inhumanely just for being Black. As an organization focused on advancing opportunity for youth in foster care, NYFC witnesses daily the
- [NYFC LAUNCHES THE VALERY FUND](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/nyfc-launches-the-valery-fund/) - Meet Valery Belen Saavedra Lozada, who at four years old stole the hearts of the people of New York City when she was found in 2005 wandering the streets of Queens at 1am alone, barefoot, and crying. She was immediately taken into the custody of Little Flower, a contracted foster care agency with New York City's Administration
- [NEW YORKERS FOR CHILDREN TO LAUNCH NEW FINANCIAL EMPOWERMENT FUND SCHOLARSHIP WITH FINANCIAL LITERACY COACHING COMPONENT](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/new-yorkers-for-children-to-launch-new-financial-empowerment-fund-scholarship-with-financial-literacy-coaching-component/) - June 26, 2019 New Yorkers For Children (NYFC) is launching a new merit-based scholarship containing a Financial Literacy Coaching component, which will begin accepting applications in Fall 2019. NYFC’s Financial Empowerment Fund will distribute $100,000 over a four-year period to help alleviate student loan debt for a handful of deserving NYFC scholars, who are either
- [NYFC's Quarterly Newsletter](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/nyfcs-quarterly-newsletter/) - Stay up to date on all the happenings at NYFC. To read our quarterly newsletter, encompassing August-October 2018, CLICK HERE!
- [NYFC's In-Care Emergency Fund in the News](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/nyfcs-in-care-emergency-fund-in-the-news-2/) - To read Michael Fitzgerald's article in The Chronicle of Social Change featuring NYFC's In-Care Emergency Fund, click here. To learn more about the In-Care Emergency Fund, read our press release.
- [19th Annual Fall Fête in the News!](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/19th-annual-fall-fete-in-the-news/) - Thank you to Women's Wear Daily for writing such a great article about New Yorkers For Children's 19th Annual Fall Fête held on October 4th, 2018. Read the article and learn more here!
- [NYFC Launches NEW In-Care Emergency Educational Fund to Support College-Enrolled Foster Youth](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/nyfc-launches-new-in-care-emergency-educational-fund-to-support-college-enrolled-foster-youth/) - New Yorkers For Children launched The In-Care Emergency Fund in August 2018 for New York City youth currently in foster care who are enrolled in a two or four-year vocational or educational program working towards an Associate’s, Bachelor’s Degree, or Certificate. It was designed to provide a safety net for these hardworking young people when
- [NICK'S SCHOLARS IN THE NEWS](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/nicks-scholars-in-the-news/) - https://newyorkers.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Saroya-Friedman-Gonzales-New-Yorkers-for-Children-Good-Day-Wake-Up-WNYW-FOX-New-York-07-28-18-6-7-AM-07_41.mp4
- [YV LifeSet Program In the News](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/press-releases-yv-lifeset-program/) - Daily News had an exclusive on YV LifeSet Program Monday http://beta.nydailynews.com/new-york/acs-helping-young-people-prepare-life-foster-care-article-1.3948909 Memphis Local Paper Press Release on YV LifeSet. See below links: https://www.news-journal.com/ap/national/public-agencies-nonprofits-in-new-york-city-pittsburgh-launch-intensive/article_9edb1332-f86a-5960-ab09-5cf6b70a9537.html http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/public-agencies-nonprofits-in-new-york-city-pittsburgh-launch-intensive-program-to-help-former-foster-youth-300634852.html https://chronicleofsocialchange.org/child-welfare-2/national-expansion-aging-out-foster-youth-new-york-pittsburgh/30801
- [Press Release - New Task Force To Prevent And End Youth Homelessness](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/press-release-new-task-force-to-prevent-and-end-youth-homelessness/) - THE CITY OF NEW YORK OFFICE OF THE MAYOR NEW YORK, NY 10007 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 14, 2018 CONTACT: pressoffice@cityhall.nyc.gov, (212) 788-2958 DE BLASIO ADMINISTRATION ANNOUNCES NEW TASK FORCE TO PREVENT AND END YOUTH HOMELESSNESS IN NEW YORK CITY Group of experts will coordinate a six-month community process resulting in a strategic plan that
- [NYFC Launches New Program: YVLifeSet (Press Release & More!)](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/nyfc-launches-a-new-program-to-help-older-youth-in-foster-care/) - YVLifeSet is a program that supports youth ages 17-22 who have been involved in the foster care, juvenile justice and/or mental health system. The YVLifeSet model is implemented by specialists who provide youth with intensive community-based support comprised of both clinical and skill-building interventions. Program success is defined by the youth and includes: maintaining stable
- [Charles Evans Emergency Educational Fund](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/charles-evans-emergency-educational-fund/) - The Charles Evans Emergency Educational Fund assists young people who were formerly in the foster care system with emergency funding to advance and complete their educational endeavors. This Fund is run in close partnership with ACS, where staff members do an initial application review and make recommendations to NYFC. These emergency funds meets vital

## Pages

- [Home](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/) - New Yorkers For Children is a New York City nonprofit supporting youth in and aging out of foster care through education, career pathways, and financial assistance.
- [Reports & Financials](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/annual-reports-financials/) - Annual Reports 2025 Annual Report 2024 Annual Report 2023 Annual Report 2022 Annual Report 2021 Annual Report Strategic Plan Program Reports Financial Statements 2025 Audited Financials 2024 Audited Financials 2024 990 Form 2023 Audited Financials 2023 990 Form 2022 Audited Financials 2022 990 Form 2021 Audited Financials 2021 990 Form Subscribe To Our Newsletter
- [Careers](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/careers/) - Join A Passionate Team Chief Executive Officer For more than 30 years, New Yorkers For Children (NYFC) has worked to improve the well-being of young people and families impacted by New York City's child welfare system, with a particular focus on youth transitioning from foster care into adulthood. As the organization enters its next chapter,
- [About](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/about/) - New Yorkers For Children is a New York City nonprofit supporting youth in and aging out of foster care through education, financial assistance, and career development programs.
- [Youth Advisory Board](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/yab/) - Youth Advisory Board What is the YAB? The Youth Advisory Board (YAB) is a peer leadership program for youth aged 15-26 who are currently in or have aged out of NYC foster care. YAB empowers participants to build a supportive community, challenge stigma, advocate for change, and raise awareness about important foster youth issues. Meet
- [Our Team](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/our-team/)
- [Board of Directors](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/board-of-directors/) - Board Of Directors Our Founder NYFC was founded by Nicholas Scoppetta, the former Commissioner of the Administration for Children's Services (ACS). Having gone through the New York City foster care system himself, Nick devoted much of his life to ensuring that youth in foster care have the opportunity to lead lives of value, dignity, and
- [Thirtieth Anniversary](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/thirtiethanniversary/) - Celebrate 30 years of New Yorkers For Children supporting youth in foster care in NYC through education, financial support, and career pathways.
- [Our Impact](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/our-impact/) - See how New Yorkers For Children supports youth in and aging out of foster care in NYC through scholarships, financial assistance, and career programs.
- [Donate to NYFC](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/donate-to-nyfc/) - Support youth aging out of foster care in NYC. Donate to New Yorkers For Children and help provide education, financial assistance, and career opportunities.
- [Safety Net](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/safety-net/) - NYFC provides emergency financial support and counseling to youth aging out of foster care in New York City, helping them stay on track toward stability and independence.
- [Post-Secondary Support](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/home/post-secondary-support/) - New Yorkers For Children provides stipends and wraparound supports to help foster youth in NYC succeed in college, vocational education, and beyond.
- [Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/about/faq/) - What does New Yorkers For Children do? Learn how this NYC nonprofit supports youth aging out of foster care and how you can help.
- [Pioneering Programs](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/pioneering-programs/) - NYFC supports innovative programs across the NYC child welfare sector to support youth in and aging out of foster care in NYC.
- [Volunteering](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/about-volunteering/) - Volunteer with New Yorkers For Children, a NYC nonprofit supporting foster youth. Explore opportunities to make a direct impact on young people aging out of care.
- [2024 Audited Financial Statement](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/no-title-2/)
- [For Youth & Agency Workers](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/for-youth-agency-workers/) - Our Programs We work to enroll older and aged out of care youth in college, support them through graduation, and help them gain the skills needed to enter the workforce. We do this by providing direct academic scholarship programs, innovative pilots, youth development events, wraparound supports, and emergency funding as needed. Find out more about
- [Filling the Gap](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/fillingthegap/) - When Safety Nets Fall Short, You Help Young New Yorkers Stand Strong Even in the best of times, young people who have grown up in foster care face steep financial hurdles. Rising rents, transportation costs, and inflation mean that many are one unexpected bill away from crisis. For youth without family to fall back on,
- [Volunteering Thank You](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/about/volunteering-thankyou/) - Thank you Thank you for signing up to volunteer with New Yorkers For Children. We'll be in touch soon! In the meantime, if you haven't already, please subscribe to our email newsletter below. Subscribe To Our Newsletter
- [Resources](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/resources/) - Youth Resources New Yorkers For Children works with youth who have child welfare system involvement in New York City to help improve their economic mobility, knowledge and skillsets, and overall wellbeing. New Yorkers For Children occupies a unique position within New York City's child welfare landscape. As the non-profit partner of ACS and with strong
- [2024 Annual Report](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/no-title/)
- [Alumni Voices](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/alumni-voices/) - Alumni Voices We provide services for youth aged-out of care between the ages of 18-30. New Yorkers For Children Alumni Voices is a community which aims to support adults who have aged out of foster care in New York City. Led by youth with lived foster care experience, this network is for those who want
- [Youth Stories](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/youth-stories/) - Youth Stories Over our more than 25 year history, New Yorkers For Children has touched the lives of thousands and thousands of New York City's most resilient young people. Meet a few of the members of the NYFC family below… “I was 18 navigating aging out of the foster care system and doing it alone.
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## Youth Stories

- [Video: 2021 Fall gala video](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/youth_stories/video-2021-fall-gala-video/) - "I was 18 navigating aging out of the foster care system and doing it alone. I felt very distressed because I had no help or support with moving into college. New Yorkers For Children paired me with a counselor that helped me move into the dorms, got me the supplies I needed to successfully start
- [Video: 2017 Fall gala video](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/youth_stories/video-2017-fall-gala-video/) - "New Yorkers For Children has completely changed my life and also saved my life. I was homeless not too long ago and I went to New Yorkers For Children and told them my situation and they helped me apply for different housing units."
- [Video: 2020 Fall gala video](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/youth_stories/video-2020-fall-gala-video/) - "Being a Nick's Scholar and part of the New Yorker For Children community has provided me with so much support, whether it be financially, academically, or emotionally, and it is really reassuring to know that there are people out there that believe in me."
- [Video: 2012 Fall gala video](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/youth_stories/video-2012-fall-gala-video/) - “New Yorkers for Children, they sent me a package for school when I started my first semester… I didn’t have the money at the time to get that stuff. And I felt loved, I felt happy… I didn’t think I’d be where I’m at right now three years ago-- living on my own, going to
- [Video: 2016 Fall gala video](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/youth_stories/video-2016-fall-gala-video/) - “Our responsibility, those of us who’ve aged out of the foster care system and chartered new paths is to say-- see I’m not special, see you can do this. Because I did it. It’s not even a question of if you can, it’s a question of how… New Yorkers for Children is the how.”
- [Video: 2010 Fall gala video](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/youth_stories/video-2010-fall-gala-video/) - “If someone educates you and tells you something, that’s something no one can ever take away from you. If it wasn’t for New Yorkers for Children, I would not even have graduated from high school. So for them to come and tell me they’re going to help and support me through college…that there’s somebody here

## Team

- [Nicole Carta](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/member/nicole-carta/) - A long-time partner and admirer of NYFC’s work, I joined the organization in May 2026 to support the team as we recruit our next great leader. As interim Executive Director, I am supporting our program, finance and development team leaders to meet ambitious goals to grow NYFC into our next 30 years. I bring 20+
- [Andrea Gordon](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/member/andrea-gordon/) - I am Andrea Gordon currently employed at New Yorkers for Children in the capacity of Back to School, Finance and Administrative Associate. I joined NYFC over a year ago, giving support to the Finance and Administrative Team (Yeymi Hoffmans and Natille Nicholls), and overseeing the execution of the Back-to-School Program. Before joining NYFC I engaged
- [Alison Yee](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/member/alison-yee/) - I joined NYFC in September 2023 as the Manager of Youth Programs. In this role, I oversee and support with all aspects of youth programming, including our newest program, Cohort Connection. Prior to working at NYFC, I was a Program Manager at iMentor, where I oversaw a mentorship program at an international high school while
- [Cecile Johnson](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/member/cecile-johnson/) - I joined NYFC in March 2024 as the Manager of Youth Programs. In this role, I oversee and support with all aspects of youth programming including The Nicholas Scoppetta Scholarship Program, The Youth Advisory Board & Peer Mentorship, The Spirit Award, Emergency Grants, Network to Success, and The Financial Empowerment Fund. Prior to working at
- [David Mutton](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/member/devon-nolt/) - I joined the NYFC team in April 2024 and am responsible for fundraising, communications, and marketing. Prior to coming to NYFC, I spent six years at Citizens’ Committee for Children of New York, a child advocacy organization, doubling their foundation income stream. I also worked for nine years at The Moth, a non-profit arts organization,
- [Natille Nicholls](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/member/natille-nicholls/) - I joined NYFC in November 2021 as Finance and Administrative Associate. In my role, I am responsible for assisting in financial and administrative functions in the Finance Department. Prior to joining NYFC, I worked with Wunderman Thompson as client Accounting/Finance Coordinator for 15 years. I received my BA in Accounting from Brooklyn College. nnicholls@newyorkersforchildren.org
- [Isabel Traore](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/member/isabel-traore/) - I joined NYFC in January 2024. In my role as Program Associate, I oversee NYFC’s intermediary programs, the Post-Permanency Support Program and the Small Grants Program. Prior to serving at New Yorkers For Children, I worked in public administration for the State of Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners and volunteered as Program Director for
- [Ellen Ampofo](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/member/ellen-ampofo/) - I joined NYFC in February 2020. As Senior Director of Programs, I’m responsible for providing day-to-day oversight of NYFC Signature Programs and leads program planning and implementation for pilot initiatives. Before joining NYFC, I worked for over 14 years in the field of higher education and youth development. This included a position as Director of
- [Yeymi Hoffmans](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/member/yeymi-hoffmans/) - I joined NYFC in September 2016. As Senior Director of Finance and Administration, I’m responsible for the overall financial management of the organization, including establishing financial policies, procedures, controls, and reporting systems. Before joining NYFC, I worked for over 15 years in the fiscal management space, including as VP of Budgets and Grants of the

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- [Annual Fall Gala](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/category/annual-fall-gala/)

## Tags

- [allyship](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/allyship/)
- [anti-racism](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/anti-racism/)
- [black lives matter](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/black-lives-matter/)
- [black lives matter movement](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/black-lives-matter-movement/)
- [foster care](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/foster-care/)
- [new york city](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/new-york-city/)
- [new york city foster care](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/new-york-city-foster-care/)
- [New York City Foster Youth](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/new-york-city-foster-youth/)
- [New Yorkers For Children](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/new-yorkers-for-children/)
- [lgbtqa](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/lgbtqa/)
- [nyc child welfare](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/nyc-child-welfare/)
- [NYC foster care](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/nyc-foster-care/)
- [nyc pride](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/nyc-pride/)
- [pride](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/pride/)
- [pride 2020](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/pride-2020/)
- [pride month](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/pride-month/)
- [pride month 2020](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/pride-month-2020/)
- [black lives matter movement nyc](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/black-lives-matter-movement-nyc/)
- [black lives matter nyc](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/black-lives-matter-nyc/)
- [child welfare](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/child-welfare/)
- [Juneteenth](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/juneteenth/)
- [NYC](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/nyc/)
- [systems change](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/systems-change/)
- [NYFC Fall Fundraiser 2020](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/nyfc-fall-fundraiser-2020/)
- [column2](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/column2/)
- [hide](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/hide/)
- [clippings](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/clippings/)
- [shade](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/shade/)
- [featured](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/featured/)
- [home](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/home-2/)
- [column 2](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/column-2/)
- [memorial](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/memorial/)
- [ACS](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/acs/)
- [Administration for Children's Services](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/administration-for-childrens-services/)
- [Child Welfare System](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/child-welfare-system/)
- [Foster Kids](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/foster-kids/)
- [Foster Youth](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/foster-youth/)
- [Lydia Fenet](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/lydia-fenet/)
- [New York City Charity](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/new-york-city-charity/)
- [New York City Gala](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/new-york-city-gala/)
- [New York City Philanthropy](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/new-york-city-philanthropy/)
- [Nick's Scholars](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/nicks-scholars/)
- [NYC Gala](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/nyc-gala/)
- [Women's Wear Daily](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/womens-wear-daily/)
- [WWD](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/wwd/)
- [Youth in Foster Care](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/youth-in-foster-care/)
- [College Aid](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/college-aid/)
- [college scholarship](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/college-scholarship/)
- [financial aid](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/financial-aid/)
- [Michael Fitzgerald](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/michael-fitzgerald/)
- [The Chronicle of Social Change](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/the-chronicle-of-social-change/)
- [NYC Foster Youth](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/nyc-foster-youth/)
- [college resources](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/college-resources/)
- [college resources for foster youth](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/college-resources-for-foster-youth/)
- [college scholarship for foster care](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/college-scholarship-for-foster-care/)
- [First Republic Bank](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/first-republic-bank/)
- [foster care nonprofit](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/foster-care-nonprofit/)
- [NYC nonprofit](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/nyc-nonprofit/)
- [student loan debt](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/student-loan-debt/)
- [foster student success](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/foster-student-success/)
- [Little Flower](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/little-flower/)
- [NBC](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/nbc/)
- [NBC NEW YORK](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/nbc-new-york/)
- [NBC4 NEW YORK](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/nbc4-new-york/)
- [The Valery Fund](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/the-valery-fund/)
- [Valery Belen Saavedra Lozada](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/valery-belen-saavedra-lozada/)
- [Valery Saavedra](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/valery-saavedra/)
- [adoption](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/adoption/)
- [PPSP](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/ppsp/)
- [Post-Permanency Support Program](https://www.newyorkersforchildren.org/tag/post-permanency-support-program/)

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