Message from Bonnie Stone, President and CEO
The New Year brings to mind many things as we look back to the past and forward to the future. Last year, Women In Need served a record number of women and children – 10,073 – in our shelters, supportive housing, and clinics, a 12% increase from 2007. We also placed more than 600 families in permanent housing. As New York City faces its largest economic crisis since September 11th, we look forward to the support of people like you to help us meet the challenge of helping thousands of New York families regain their independence and stability. In 2009, we will continue our tradition of providing housing, help and hope to families as they face the crisis of homelessness.
Homelessness
STATS
As of January 20, 2009*
9,530 Families
15,163 Children
6,750 Single Adults
35,498 Total Individuals
*retrieved from NYC’s Dept. of Homeless Services
ELITE MODELS AND WIN KIDS HAVE FUN UNDER "THE BIG TOP"
Elite Model's Coco Rocha, Ali Stephens, Edythe Hughes and Agency Director, Neal Hamil, accompanied twelve children from WIN shelters to the Big Apple Circus on Saturday, November 22. Read More
LOOKING BACK ON THE 2008 HOLIDAY SEASON AT WIN
For homeless families, purchasing even the smallest holiday gift is out of reach. Women In Need recognizes the added stress this season puts on our families and, through our Secret Santa Program, tries to minimize this pressure. With the help of numerous groups and individual volunteers, WIN made sure that over 1,600 children in our shelters received holiday gifts, attended special holiday events, and were able to experience the excitement and fun of the holiday season.
For helping to put a smile on the faces of over 1,600 children and their parents, WIN extends our heartfelt thanks to our 2008 Secret Santa participants. Read More
THE PLAZA RE-OPENS AND RE-COMMITS TO THE COMMUNITY
“It is difficult to be a part of something like this and not be moved by it.”
-Plaza Volunteer
On December 18th, fifty-eight very lucky clients from WIN’s Women’s Center for Substance Abuse and Wellness in Midtown were treated to a delicious Holiday luncheon...Read More
HAVE A HEART - Send a Valentine's Day Card and help a homeless family
Tonight more than 2,450 people will sleep in six Women In Need shelters and 1,400 of them will be children. This number is expected to increase as the economic climate worsens and more families lose their homes.
While these numbers are alarming, there is a way you can help. Donate Online
