Our Values
These core values inspire our staff and participants and drive everything we do – including our approach to the work, the decisions we make, and the way we collaborate.
Compassion
The services we provide surround children, youth, and families with kindness and care, build on their strengths, and embrace unique talents, interests, and accomplishments.
Commitment
Our support for children, youth, and families is unwavering, especially in New York neighborhoods that have the fewest resources.
Bold leadership
We face deeply rooted poverty and inequality, and confront these challenges head on through strong leadership, innovative programs, and advocacy for positive change.
Learning
We prioritize ongoing education for both ourselves and our participants. We constantly seek out new ways to be effective and use evidence and data to help us be successful.
Optimism
We know we can make a real difference with a positive approach that builds upon the inherent strengths that children, youth, and families have to transform themselves.
Responsiveness
We listen deeply to and respect the children, youth, and families with whom we work. In New York City neighborhoods with few resources, we do what it takes to respond, and have built the ability to adapt into our approach.
