Lutheran Social Services of New York

Big Dreams. Bright Futures. We'll Get Them There! We are excited to introduce our new, FREE, Compass After-School Program (DYCD). Three convenient locations in Brooklyn, the Bronx, and Manhattan. Children aged 5-13 will enjoy a safe, supportive, and engag

Why should July 4th have all the fun? Join us Friday, July 10th from 11am-4pm for Family Fun Day / Día de Diversión Familiar - a free day of food, games, music, face painting, pony rides, a petting zoo, raffles, and more! Everyone is welcome - LSSNY progr

We are a nation of immigrants. Here are three stories from the frontlines of our Immigration Legal Program. A 15-year-old from El Salvador fled violence caused by Salvadoran gangs. She undertook a dangerous journey to the United States to reunite with her

When Margaret Johnson interviewed with Lutheran Social Services of New York at age 24, she was told the field had a high turnover and was asked how long she could guarantee her services, should she be offered the position. Margaret replied, "I'm not going

LSSNY proudly hosted a press conference with NYC Mayor Mamdani, Congressman Ritchie Torres, The New York Public Library, Councilwoman Althea Stevens, and our resident Caridad Suarez. Watch highlights: Our St. John's supportive housing residences are part

Internet access is not a luxury; it's a necessity. It's how people conduct research, access educational and career opportunities, manage their healthcare, and connect with community. Those who have access to reliable, high-speed Internet access take it fo

When faced with a blank canvas and paints of all colors, one teenage mother colored the whole canvas black. "That's trauma. She couldn't see herself finding the color. Wow, that says a lot to me," says Anita McCoy. Ms. McCoy is Director of Our Sister's Pl

Join us at our Early LIFE job fair! Wednesday, March 26th from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. We are hiring for teachers, maintenance workers, social workers, and food handlers. Reserve your spot. Our Early LIFE program provides early childhood education in our childca

Why Social Work? "Ever since I was young, I've been obsessed with superheroes and wanted to be one. I loved how they inspired hope for the individuals they served and how they were always able to have a positive impact on the world despite the many challe

We are very grateful to Cristhian of Anthony's Trendz Barber Shop in Island Park, NY. He visited our Seneca House shelter this week in order to give the kids free cuts just in time for the holidays. The shelter is located in Hunt's Point in the Bronx - a