Building Community is Central to WIN’s Philosophy

At Women In Need, we are mindful that our work is about effecting change, transforming lives and building community. As a part of the WIN family you are an integral part of a community that assists thousands of homeless children and families. Your support helps us break the cycle of homelessness, so that future generations of children will prosper and enjoy the advantages of a safe home, health care and self-reliance.

You can help support our efforts in providing independence to our homeless families in many ways. You can volunteer your time and talents through a variety of opportunities that are available throughout our organization; you can receive updates on programs and activities by joining our online WIN Family; and last, but not least, you can make a financial contribution to assist with the services and programs that we provide to our homeless families.

No matter how you decide to invest in WIN’s mission—and in the future of these homeless women and children—your involvement will serve in making a real difference in our community.

Community

Montifiore Medical Center bus In partnership with numerous philanthropic organizations, corporations, and community-based social service and healthcare providers, WIN is able to offer dozens of programs and services to meet the diverse needs of clients.

For example, a fully-equipped mobile medical unit from the New York Children’s Health Project, a program of Montefiore Medical Center and the Children’s Health Fund, provides health care services to children and their families at WIN’s Junius/Liberty Complex on a weekly basis.

Roshelle's Story

Roshelle entered foster care at 14 months when her mother couldn't care for her. Moved from home to home, she longed for a family of her own. Increasingly struggling with self worth, she landed in a group home for troubled teens. Faced with violence and addiction, she realized she needed a purpose.

Roshelle was 17 when her first daughter was born. Overjoyed with her own family, she was determined to give her child everything she never had; vowing to protect her and never allow her into foster care.

Roshelle's strong faith and desire for a stable home drove her success. She graduated from WIN’s program and received her Associate's Degree in Business Administration, the first steps toward owning her own business.

Formerly in WIN’s permanent supportive housing program, Roshelle believes WIN helped her get her life in order by providing shelter, childcare and counseling: “Whatever you have to offer, I’m taking it. I don't have pride, I don’t have shame. Maybe I’m going to crawl now, but then I’m going to walk … and I will come back."

WIN depends on the amazing volunteers who share their time and talents helping mothers understand the life-changing example they can set for their children.