Giving Thanks When Times Are Tough
In his latest column, NYHealth President and CEO David Sandman reflects on this difficult moment, the fragility of our food safety net, and why emergency action was needed to support New Yorkers at risk of going hungry.
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Finding Peace in the Adirondacks
NYHealth grantee Homeward Bound Adirondacks helps veterans navigate challenges and find peace as they transition back to civilian life.
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New York Health Foundation Commits $1 Million to Address Urgent Hunger Crisis
NYHealth issued $1 million immediate cash relief to support NY families in need of food assistance.
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Report: No One Should Age Hungry
Through qualitative and quantitative research, this report identifies the barriers that older adults face in accessing healthy, affordable food and provides recommendations to reduce hunger and support the health of older adults.
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2026 Special Projects Fund
The NYHealth 2026 Special Projects Fund Request for Proposals is open. Letter of Inquiry (LOI) submissions are due by 1:00 p.m. on November 20, 2025.
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Rebuilding a Good Life
Pazir was ripped from the life he knew when the Taliban bombed the Kabul International Airport. Read his story of trauma, resilience, and recovery.
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Refugees Get Off to a New Start with Health Care Services
Mohammed Hussan is an Arabic-speaking refugee from Iraq; because of his Christian faith, he was jailed and beaten in his home country. Mohammed and his family arrived in Rochester in 2014, where they were able to access health care and rebuild their lives through an innovative program.
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A Healthy Valentine’s Day
Riley Elementary’s second-grade class faced an important choice: What snacks would they eat for their class Valentine’s Day Party? The class has been learning about nutrition and physical activity through Oswego County Health Department’s Healthy Highway program.
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Care for the Whole Family
Lori, a mother of two, could not afford health insurance. Luckily, her children were able to qualify for low-cost health insurance—with the help of the North Country Children’s Clinic, she enrolled them in Child Health Plus.
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Vulnerable Children Receive Vital Oral Health Services
Four-year-old Noah has a happy, healthy smile, thanks in part to the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Smiles Program, a pilot program that is connecting some of New York’s most vulnerable children to oral health services.
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New Yorkers at High Risk for Diabetes Find Help from YMCA Program
A diabetes prevention program offered by YMCAs across the State has helped Donald, Grace, and other participants reduce their risk developing the disease by 50% and improve their health and wellbeing.
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East Harlem Bikes, Runs, and Walks Its Way to Better Health
5-year-old Moa is an expert on Randall’s Island, having explored every corner of the park during weekly visits with his parents. For Moa, his parents, and other East Harlem residents, the ability to access Randall’s Island for fresh air and physical activity has been a boon.
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Children Struggling with Mental Illness Get Help at the Pediatrician’s Office
For children living with mental health conditions, finding and receiving timely treatment can be difficult. A new program on Long Island is working to better meet the needs of children with mental health issues and their families.
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In his latest column, NYHealth President and CEO David Sandman reflects on this difficult moment, the fragility of our food safety net, and why emergency action was needed to support New Yorkers at risk of going hungry.
Read "Giving Thanks When Times Are Tough"
Read an article in Mid Hudson News mentioning a NYHealth report.
Read "Women Vets recognized in Putnam County"
Read an article in Consumer World Report about NYHealth support for food insecure New Yorkers while the federal government delays and cuts SNAP benefits.
Read "GiveDirectly & Propel Send Emergency Cash to New York Families Missing SNAP Benefits Due to Government Shutdown"
Read an article in Poughkeepsie Journal mentioning NYHealth support for food insecure New Yorkers while the federal government delays and cuts SNAP benefits.
Read "NY’s 3 million SNAP enrollees to get partial food aid from USDA after courts force funding"
Read an article in Times Herald mentioning NYHealth funded support for food insecure New Yorkers while the federal government delays and cuts SNAP benefits.
Read "NY’s 3 million SNAP enrollees to get partial food aid from USDA after courts force funding"
Read an article in NCPR about NYHealth funded support for food insecure New Yorkers while the federal government delays and cuts SNAP benefits.
Read "State nonprofit and local governments are providing assistance amid SNAP delays"
Read an article in Radio Catskill about NYHealth funded support for food insecure New Yorkers while the federal government delays and cuts SNAP benefits.
Read "New York Health Foundation Pledges $1M to Feed Families Amid SNAP Crisis"
Read an article in NYVT media about the NYHealth food insufficiency report.
Read "Feed your Mind, Feed a Family comes to Schaghticoke"