As an organization that directly serves the most vulnerable, our operations did not just continue during the pandemic—they grew. Click the image above to learn about how our Vice President of HR has navigated this difficult yet expansive time for our organization.
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Westhab Announces Closings on Affordable Housing in Yonkers and Shelter Renovation in Queens
Westhab wrapped up 2021 by closing on construction financing for two very different developments that move its mission forward. Click the image above to learn more.
Westhab Partners with MHACY to Preserve Affordable Housing in Yonkers
The Municipal Housing Authority for the City of Yonkers (MHACY) is teaming up with Westhab to subsidize rents at several of its multifamily residential buildings in Yonkers. Click the image above to learn more.
Kevin’s Story
When Kevin ended up at a Westhab shelter in Queens, he used his time wisely, utilizing all of the resources Westhab had to offer to create a new life for himself. Click the image above to read Kevin’s full story.
Westhab’s Annual Celebration Dinner Raises Over $630,000 to Support the Dayspring Community Center
With the generous support of friends and sponsors, Westhab’s Celebration Dinner raised over $635,000 for the brand new Dayspring Community Center. Click the image above to view the event photo gallery and learn more about the events honorees and sponsors.
Westhab Receives $25,000 Community Impact Grant from New York Life
Westhab has received a $25,000 grant from New York Life in support of our middle school engagement program. In early October, Robert H. Petrocelli Jr., an agent with New York Life’s Manhattan General Office and First Vice Chair of Westhab’s Board of Directors, presented the check to Westhab’s President and CEO, Rich Nightingale.
Governor Hochul Announces Completion of $43 Million Affordable Housing Development and Community Center in Yonkers
On September 23, 2021, Westhab held a ribbon cutting ceremony at the Dayspring Campus in Yonkers. Click the image above to read the full press release.
Westhab’s 18th Annual Golf Classic Raises Over $265,000 to Further Support Its Mission
Yonkers, NY – July 28, 2021 – On Tuesday, July 27, Westhab hosted its 18th Annual Golf Classic in person at GlenArbor Golf Club in Bedford, NY. After last year’s event was forced to go virtual due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the organization was thrilled to host an in-person fundraising celebration once again. With the […]
Westhab’s Vice President of Human Resources, Jinja Cuevas, Named to Business Council of Westchester’s Rising Stars Class of 2021
New Rochelle Native Honored at Virtual Ceremony for Westchester’s 40 Under 40 Awards Yonkers, New York—June 30, 2021—Westhab, Inc. is pleased to announce Jinja Cuevas, Vice President of Human Resources, has been named to the Business Council of Westchester’s 2021 Rising Stars list for their annual 40 Under 40 Awards. This accomplishment honors those who […]
City of Yonkers & Westhab Partner on New Innovative Street Homeless Outreach Program
Project Connect to Service Unsheltered Homelessness in Downtown Yonkers YONKERS, NY – June 10, 2021 — Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano joined Westhab, Inc. today to announce their partnership in the launch of Project Connect, a new pilot program targeting unsheltered homelessness in downtown Yonkers. Project Connect, housed at 100 N. Broadway, fills a void in current […]