Closing Out Camp with Cotton Candy and Carnival Fun
Camp season 2025 ended on a high note with the final Carnival of the summer, hosted by our incredible partners at Stifel!
Spotlight On: Macy Hare
“Everyone has the same goal—to make a great summer for the kids,” said Macy Hare, Waterfront Director at HFH Summer Camps. Macy has returned to HFH Summer Camps for her third season—beginning as a lifeguard, then assistant waterfront director, and now leading the entire waterfront operation. Raised on the coast of
HFH Summer Camps: Session 3 Kicks Off with Laughter, Learning, and Lake Time
HFH Summer Camps’ third and final session is officially under way! At Camp Wakonda, the day camp, students from Allie’s Place and Saratoga jumped straight into the lake upon arrival. Some focused on learning how to float, swim, and blow bubbles, while others competed to see who could hold their breath the longest or
Homeless Services United Recognizes HFH’s Director of Family Services Charima Thompson
We are beyond thrilled to share with you a spotlight on Charima Thompson, Director of Family Services at Allie’s Place Family Residence. Charima was chosen from thousands of staff members at shelters throughout New York City to to be part of a public service campaign to help demystify the crucial
Campfires, Costumes, and Cannonballs: Closing Out Session 2 at Camp Lanowa
Session 2 at Camp Lanowa came to a close earlier this week, and campers headed home with new friendships, lasting memories, and plenty of stories to share. Here is a recap: Campers spent much of their time soaking up the sun and cooling off
Session One Goes Out with a Splash
The first session of HFH Summer Camps wrapped up earlier this week with an energetic celebration at the traditional end-of-session carnival. Campers from Camp Lanowa and families from Camp Wakonda day camp gathered for a day packed with games, music, and classic summertime treats.
The HFH Summer Camps 2025 Season is Here!
Camp Lanowa and Camp Wakonda are officially open, kicking off another exciting season of HFH Summer Camps! From gymnastics and sports to swimming and arts & crafts, campers are diving into a week full of adventure, creativity, and connection. Sleepaway campers arrived at Camp
Marking Milestones: Celebrating HFH’s Youngest Learners
Across our early education programs, students, families, and teachers gathered to mark a year of growth, learning, and exciting milestones. From superhero-themed ceremonies to awards and performances, each celebration honored the achievements of the kids and the community that supports them.
Meet Culinary Intern Angelica Vega
Angelica Vega first arrived at Allie’s Place Center for Culinary Education & Employment after seeing an advertisement for the Center displayed on a city bus. She had years of experience managing fast food restaurants—including McDonald's, Checkers, and several mall-based eateries—but she knew she wanted
Spotlight On: Annamaria Santoro
“There was something really special about being in a shelter setting, working with kids in an educational environment,” said Annamaria Santoro, Senior Director of Operations at HFH. “It really stuck with me. Anytime I go back to Prospect, I feel like I’m at home.” Annamaria began her career in early education