Why We Help

Because 16,000 children sleep in a NYC homeless shelter every night.

NYC Homeless Statistics contradict what most people still believe are the “facts” …

• Children now account for 40% of those living in the NYC shelter system – and are the fastest growing segment of the homeless population. 

• Families  – not single adults -- account for nearly 80% of homelessness in NYC.

• 30,000 Women and Children seek refuge in the NYC shelter system on a nightly basis. Over half of them are fleeing domestic violence or abuse.