Operation Backpack ® would not exist without the support of those who live in, work in, or otherwise care about New York City. The only way we can hope to provide new, full backpacks to any child residing in a NYC homeless or domestic violence shelter who needs one is to engage the support of as many individuals, companies and other community groups as possible.

Each year we must raise funds and secure major in-kind donations if we are to turn no child away. We are extremely grateful to these donors who have already made financial contributions for the 2020 campaign: Innovative Artists; The Kimmelman Family Foundation; Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe; Daina Shobrys and Lawrence Glosten in memory of their daughter Madeline; and SNAX-Sational Brands .

If you can, please consider stepping up now to become an Official Sponsor of Operation Backpack ® 2020. Official Sponsorship comes with a range of exciting benefits. Watch this video to learn about the benefits or visit OperationBackpackNYC.org to learn more about Operation Backpack ® .

As always, on behalf of the New York City children who will benefit, thank you for your interest and support!
Celebrate Women's History Month by treating the mothers, aunts, grandmothers, and other female caregivers at our shelters to a special day.

Or show your love of literacy on Read Across America Day!

We are grateful to our community partners for generously donating to our Valentines for Veterans drive. Over 400 veterans residing in VOA-Greater New York supportive housing residences had a happy Valentine's Day when they received a pair of warm gloves accompanied by a handwritten card.

Thank you to all who contributed including American Century Investments; Cushman & Wakefield; Deloitte; Hilton Garden Inn Queens; JW Player; Magnusson Architecture & Planning; Manhattan BNI; Metric Digital; MSix; PS054; Renaissance New York Midtown; and UnitedHealthcare .

Learn more about our long history and current work with veterans .
Dozens of staff members from VOA-Greater New York spent the chilly, early hours of January 27, 2020 walking the streets of New York City to survey unsheltered individuals in the city. Learn more about this important annual event and how you can volunteer next year.
Our Shared Values shape everything we do in service to our neighbors in need. This month, we're celebrating Black History Month by sharing inspiring words from figures throughout history who embrace these same values. Follow the series on our Instagram , Facebook , and Twitter accounts .
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