NYN Media: Leader to Leader – Bill Baccaglini
In NYN Media’s Leader to Leader feature, our President & CEO Bill Baccaglini discusses stepping down from the organization and reflects on his tenure at The Foundling. Read more on NYN Media.
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Bringing Cheer this Holiday Season
This year – with the generous support of our corporate partners, community supporters, and donors – The Foundling was able to bring holiday cheer to the children, adults, and families in our programs! While we usually host a number of holiday celebrations and events annually, the pandemic placed most of our festivities on hold last […]
Through our Youth on the Rise Program, Marquise Found the Support to Thrive
When Marquise joined our Youth on the Rise program, he found a new outlook on life. Marquise, a high school student living in Brooklyn, was falling behind in his high school courses, had difficulty setting goals, and was often distrustful and quiet around others. Young people in foster care often face obstacles – but our […]
How Lowell Found Independence through our Employment Services Program
For years, Lowell dreamed of having a job. The Foundling was there every step of the way as he made this dream a reality. Lowell, who lives in one of our Bronx residences for people with developmental disabilities, knew he wanted to work. However, people with disabilities have some of the lowest employment rates in […]
This Giving Tuesday, Your Support Matters
When Nina opened her home as a foster parent to two siblings, she committed to making them feel safe, secure, and loved. The Foundling provided guidance, intensive therapy services, and more to support her and the children as they healed from past trauma and adjusted to a new environment. Nina, Grace, and Logan are now […]
BronxNet: Bill Baccaglini on The Bronx Social Justice and Anti-Violence Forums
On local television channel BronxNet’s Bronx Social Justice and Anti-Violence Forums, our CEO and President Bill Baccaglini sat down with host Daren Jaime to share the current state of The Foundling’s developmental disabilities, child welfare, education, and other programs. Additionally, Bill discusses the changes that the new year – with leadership changes both at The […]
Mott Haven Herald: Haven Kids Rock Musical Mirrors Lives of South Bronx Kids
Mott Haven Herald recently featured Haven Kids Rock – detailing our program’s recent performances of Unstoppable, Tales from the Schoolyard, the important role that a performing arts program can play in the lives of students, and more. “If you lower the bar for kids who have challenging lives, you forever limit their potential,” said founder Nefertiti […]
Fox 5 New York: The New York Foundling named ‘Hero of the Day’
Fox 5’s Good Day New York recently named The New York Foundling as its ‘Hero of the Day.’ Watch the video below to learn more:
Opening Doors with New Education and Career Opportunities for Students in Care
By Bonnie Loughner, Assistant Vice President, Fostering College Success Initiative At The Foundling, we believe that education opens the doors of opportunity for children and young adults, and academic support is a prominent component of the work we do. Students in foster care often lack the support systems they need for academic success, and too often […]
Camp Felix’s Virtual Open House
As we enter November and look toward the holiday season, the warm days of summer seem so far away. But just a few months ago, Camp Felix – our overnight summer camp – was in session, providing the young people in our programs with the opportunity to experience the outdoors, spend time away from home, […]