New Ground is thrilled to be sharing our first Good News Story of 2025! A U.S. Marine Corps veteran and single father is set to close on a home in Florida next month, marking a triumphant end to his journey from homelessness to stability.After assuming custody of his teenage daughter, he became homeless and moved…
We are thrilled to announce that our 2024 MáirĂ©ad M. Barrett Founder’s Award winner, Elise Henry, has joined New Ground’s Board of Directors! Elise Henry is an esteemed Clinical Professor and Academic Fieldwork Coordinator in the Occupational Therapy department at York College CUNY. With 30 years of experience in schools, hospitals, and private clinics, she…
Over 250 guests gathered for an evening of great food, drinks, designer handbags, balloon pops, raffles, and more! All proceeds raised directly support the homeless Veterans, parents, and children participating in New Ground’s programs. Many thanks to all bingo players, event sponsors, donors, and our amazing event chairs, Sheila McDougal and Jenny Tzakas-Polizotto, for making the night…
Michael Farrell boasts over three decades of dedicated service with the LDI Connect team, where he spearheads innovative office technology solutions nationwide. Continuing a legacy started by their father, Michael’s children, Katherine and Michael Jr., have recently joined him in shaping the future of LDI Connect. Renowned for its strong partnerships with leading manufacturers, LDI…
The luck of the Irish was with New Ground as our team embarked on a 13.1 mile journey on St. Patrick’s Day. Team New Ground included five athletes who embodied not only a sense of dedication, but also the spirit of community and selflessness which is at the core of New Ground’s mission. With our…
Happy World Social Work Day! Hear from New Ground Social Workers Caroline Lerczak and Juliana Fodera about why they chose the Social Work field, and what brought them to New Ground! Â
Meet the runners who are making their miles meaningful… Meet Victoria! Hi! My name is Victoria Sales🦋 Running has been part of me since I was little—that moment when Ana Gabriela Guevara won the gold for Mexico sealed my destiny! Ha-ha. And from there on I’ve been running: HS, College, NYRR, recreationally here and there…
New Ground is proud to be a grant recipient from the National Grid Foundation! We are grateful for their continued support of New Ground’s Education Assistance Program, which provides assistance to students of all ages to ensure academic success. Thank you, National Grid Foundation! To learn more about New Ground’s Education Assistance Program, click here.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to Fran Nuchims and the Capital One Team for their incredible support during the holiday season. Their generosity made a significant impact on the lives of homeless Veterans and families on Long Island. Team members purchased household goods, food items, and holiday gifts for New Ground’s clients, and decorated canned food with well wishes…
Hear directly from Makese, who talks about his success taking part in New Ground’s program. See where he came from and what he has accomplished today with New Ground’s support! Makese, who is the oldest of 5 siblings, came into New Ground’s program as a sophomore in High School. His family had become homeless when…
