Women’s History Month honors the contributions of all the women and girls who have built, changed, and demanded better from our culture and society. We urge you to support these nonprofits creating opportunities in the workforce, helping survivors of gender-based violence, and providing needed social and legal services to women in New York.
Opportunity in the Workforce
Grace Institute of New York empowers women with free workplace training, job placement, and an extensive alumnae network, with a special focus on women of color and single parents. A team of social workers helps participants manage public benefits, identify childcare, and address personal problems.
“Grace Institute is one of very few workforce programs that focus exclusively on women, particularly women who have struggled in life.” – Trust Program Director Roderick Jenkins
Hot Bread Kitchen creates economic opportunity for women and gender-expansive people, immigrants, and people of color through job skills training, food entrepreneurship programs, and an ecosystem of support in New York City. Its food career program connects participants with quality jobs in the food industry, including roles as bakers, cooks, and kitchen managers.
Safety From Gender-Based Violence
Day One partners with young people to end dating abuse and domestic violence through community education, supportive services, legal advocacy, and leadership development. It is the only local nonprofit dedicated solely to addressing teen dating violence.
LONG ISLAND: The Retreat provides safety, shelter, and support for children, adults, and families affected by domestic or intimate partner violence, abuse, sexual assault, and human trafficking.
WESTCHESTER: Hope’s Door provides programs that help survivors of domestic violence achieve safety, independence, and healing from the trauma of abuse. Its free and confidential services include counseling, shelter, legal support, and youth prevention programs.
Social and Legal Support
Her Justice advocates for and with women as they seek autonomy and safety through New York’s civil justice system. The agency recruits pro-bono attorneys from the private bar to represent low-income women in family, matrimonial, and immigration law cases.
Project New Yorker is a learning center that uses technology and education to expand economic opportunity for South Asian immigrants and low-income residents in Southern Queens. A majority of its clients are Bangladeshi women, and its programs—including adult literacy, know-your-rights, and employment readiness—incorporate the cultures and languages of the communities it serves.
This list is not exhaustive. There are many incredible nonprofits helping make our region a better place for all; we seek to highlight a few that may not be on your radar. Please reach out to our philanthropic advising department at advising@thenytrust.org if you are a donor seeking customized recommendations based on your charitable goals.
