#CityFHEPS, NYC’s rental assistance program that helps unhoused New Yorkers move into permanent housing has gone through many changes in the past year. Today, we are publishing a brief that rounds up those changes and outlines what else needs to be done. cssny.org/publications/e…

This morning FPWA, Community Service Society of New York (CSS), and the National True Cost of Living Coalition are hosting an exciting event on how the new True Cost of Economic Security evaluates what resources families need not just to survive, but to thrive. Our esteemed panelists, Sideya Sherman, NYC Chief Equity Officer and

Governor Kathy Hochul has announced that the new ombuds for the developmental disabilities service system, headed by the Community Service Society of New York, is now open and ready to accept New Yorkers’ calls in need of assistance. suncommunitynews.com/news/114213/st…

📢🏡Homelessness and eviction are on the rise in New York State, but many areas lack local rental assistance programs. The Housing Access Voucher program #HAVP can help break this cycle and keep people housed. Read our new brief, with VOCAL-NY cssny.us/3E2o5mk

Homelessness and evictions are a crisis across New York. Our research shows rising housing insecurity, with 1M+ at risk of eviction. The Housing Access Voucher Program #HAVP could be a lifeline. 👉Testimony by Sam Stein, Senior Policy Analyst at CSS. cssny.org/news/entry/tes…

.debipriya , Senior Economist at CSS, testified on key policy changes to combat food insecurity and economic hardship in New York. From increasing SNAP benefits to universal school meals, these steps can make a difference. Read more: cssny.org/news/entry/tes…

📢Today is Anti-Hunger Advocacy Day! We joined advocates in Albany to urge lawmakers to increase the SNAP minimum benefit and fully fund #Meals4AllNY. New York can lead the way in ending hunger! Learn more with our new fact sheet on food insecurity. cssny.org/publications/e…

My colleague Jennifer Hinojosa advocating for #FoodSecurity today in Albany! Here is our factsheet for a quick overview on food insecurity and our recommendations nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%…

CSS Senior Economist debipriya joined advocates in Albany to push for policies that support New York families and reduce child poverty! Good public policy can ensure that all children have the tools they need to succeed. Make an impact with us: NewYorkCan.org

What will it take to make NYC fairer & more affordable for all New Yorkers—and who’s ready to lead the way? Hear directly from mayoral candidates on how they’ll govern, what they’ll prioritize, & who they’ll fight for. Limited space—RSVP today! cssny.org/mayoralforum

Thank you Community Service Society of New York (CSS) for sending me to the 2025 Tableau conference! #TC25 stay tune for amazing dashboards and data visualizations using Tableau products #datafam #tableau #DataAnalytics

NYC’s next mayor has the power to impact homelessness. Join I’m Homeless and I Vote! on May 22 at 6 PM to learn about voting rights for people experiencing homelessness. Make your voice heard! us02web.zoom.us/j/83894393939

CityFHEPs is a lifeline for our communities. As the General Welfare executive budget hearing continues today, I call on Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani to fully implement his City for All commitment to NYers at risk of eviction. TY Community Service Society of New York (CSS) + The Legal Aid Society for your advocacy: cssny.org/news/entry/no-…

TL;DR: we really want to see some of the $215 million that the Council negotiated as part of #CityOfAll #CityofYes to be used for keeping low-income, vulnerable households from being evicted.

Schuyler Center joined 75+ organizations in sending a letter to New York State leadership urging them to pass the New York for All act to support New York’s immigrant children and families. ➡️scaany.org/schuyler-cente…

A measure by Urban Institute FPWA and CSS shows NYC families need far more than the poverty line to get by, nearly $15K/year just for food. SNAP cuts will deepen food insecurity for many New Yorkers. Albany must act now! nydailynews.com/2025/07/29/alb…

Bad Bunny's 'DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS' makes history as the first Spanish language 'Album of the Year' winner in #GRAMMYs history (Benito Antonio).

When immigration enforcement operates without accountability, everyone is at risk. The New York for All Act would draw a clear boundary—protecting residents by ending state and local collaboration that enables ICE abuses. New York lawmakers must step up cssny.us/45Q9K7X