Friends of the Children - New York

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We believe generational change happens one story at a time.

While generational poverty is an overwhelming challenge, we are confident that the cycle can be broken. We have seen that the cycle can be broken. We know every child has untapped potential, and their stories can be changed.

Local News

Celebrating Community & Wellness

Reading in the Park: Five Years of Stories and Smiles

2025 Step Up Gala: A Sold-Out Celebration of Impact

Building Connections: Highlights from Our Career Fair

"I Am Woman": Celebrating Empowerment for the Second Year

Team Friends New York's Second Year at the United Airlines Half!

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Friend & Achiever Stories

Rooted in Love

How Ms. Virginia Created a Safe Space for Healing and Growth

How We Walk With Families in Foster Care

A Program Manager’s Perspective

The Strength of Kinship

From Uncertainty to Stability—One Achiever’s Journey With His Aunt by His Side

A Mother's Journey

Ms. Makeba's Story

Meet Shaunti & Sinyia

A Relationship Truly Built On Love

Meet our Friend, Nick!

Six Years of Mentorship, A Lifetime of Impact

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