Oh Snap! Allie’s Gators Afterschool Are Back in Action
School is back in session which means Afterschool & Recreation at HFH is in full swing. Allie’s Gators, named after the new afterschool program mascot, are eager to see what
Spotlight On: Tierra Gunther
“Non-profit work honestly found me,” said Tierra Gunther. “And we make a good pair. It felt very natural when I first started.” Partnerships Manager Tierra Gunther is known by her coworkers for constantly going the extra
Back-to-School Roundup!
Prospect, Allie’s Place, and Saratoga Family Residences held Back-to-School backpack giveaways, thanks to donations from KidCare, Volunteers of America, and Free Arts NYC. These students were well-prepared as they kicked off the
Spotlight on Anthony Garcia: Serving Prospect with a Smile
Anthony Garcia is the kind of person who can make your day in a matter of moments. As a housekeeper at Prospect Family Residence, he has enjoyed developing his own efficient process of cleaning and forming
Learning More Than Just Dance Steps with DMF Youth
In classes with DMF Youth, students in Afterschool & Recreation are learning more than just dance steps—they’re learning to be the best, most confident version of themselves. DMF stands for Dance, Motivation, and Fitness. The non-profit was started
Meet Shaun, Allie’s Place Culinary Graduate Turned Culinary Assistant
Shaun entered Allie’s Place looking for “a new outlook on the culinary experience” as well as improvement in his culinary skills. During his time in the program, Shaun learned the ins and outs
HFH Summer Camps 2022 Season Roundup
HFH Summer Camps 2022 season has come to a close, and we want to highlight the amazing experiences of our campers at Camp
Highlighting Our Summer Interns for National Intern Day
With National Intern Day around the corner, we are highlighting our two summer interns, Emily Blumberg and Tammy Goldner. Emily, our Communications Intern, is a rising junior at the University of Michigan studying communications and creative
At Allie’s Place, Families “Love, Love, Love” to Read
The creative staff at Allie’s Place Family Residence hosted a book fair to promote reading and literacy among the residents. In anticipation of the school year ending, Afterschool Manager David
HFH Summer Camps Kicks Off With A Splash
Our first session at Camp Wakonda has been amazing so far! From face-painting at our annual carnival to making lifelong treasures at arts and crafts, campers are learning,
Reflections and New Beginnings at Early Childhood Education Moving Up Ceremonies
The Early Childhood Education Centers at Saratoga and Prospect held their annual Moving Up Ceremonies, celebrating kiddos moving from 3-K to Pre-K as well as graduates who will be attending kindergarten next year.
Saratoga Afterschool Kids Take Center Field with Rosedale Little League
Saratoga Afterschool kids head to a local dugout twice a week to play baseball with Rosedale Little League. The kids play against teams in the League while sporting new jerseys
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In 2024, our Early Childhood Education Centers provided a nurturing and engaging space for 3-K and Pre-K learners—led by NYC DOE-certified teachers and full of activities designed to support the little learner’s social, emotional, and physical development. It was a year of growth—from cooking and yoga to soccer and Spanish classes—for both the kids and the wonderful team behind them. Read more from Lisandra and explore the full Q&A in our 2024 Impact Report. Link in bio.
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