News and Events

At HeartShare, we believe in keeping you aware of news and events throughout the agency. Be sure to visit our Events Calendar for important upcoming dates that may be of interest to you.

Archive of “In The Media”

“It Will Be Theirs Forever”: Artist Creates Custom Murals for People with Disabilities at HeartShare Residence

Personalized murals are just one of the many ways that the men and women living at HeartShare’s DeSola Residence in Midwood, Brooklyn feel loved and at home. HeartShare’s DeSola Residence for men and women with disabilities has been brightened with eight murals. Artist Larry J. Walker painted murals that reflected each person’s personality and interests. After thinking…

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Your Support Uplifts Vulnerable New Yorkers

People with special needs, children in foster care and low-income families often face the bleak and unfair reality of being overlooked and marginalized. That’s where HeartShare and its Family of Services step in. And it is because of people like you that we can help them transform their lives for the better. We are truly…

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HeartShare Administers Neighborhood Heating Fund To Help Low-Income New Yorkers

HeartShare Human Services, in partnership with National Grid, will open its Neighborhood Heating Fund for the season on Wednesday, December 9. Through the Neighborhood Heating Fund, HeartShare administers the $200 grant to HEAP-eligible National Grid customers with an open balance on their account. Home Energy Assistance or HEAP is a federally funded program assisting low-income…

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HeartShare Seeks Toy & Gift Donations for Children and Adults in Its Care

(Brooklyn, NY)–HeartShare Human Services is hosting its Annual Toy and Gift Drive to benefit the children and adults in its care. “Just one gift is a compassionate gesture that truly will make a difference, especially for those with developmental disabilities and children who are experiencing foster care,” said HeartShare Director of Special Events Danielle Maurice,…

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HeartShare Seeks Toy & Gift Donations for Children and Adults in Its Care

(Brooklyn, NY)–HeartShare Human Services is hosting its Annual Toy and Gift Drive to benefit the children and adults in its care. “Just one gift is a compassionate gesture that truly will make a difference, especially for those with developmental disabilities and children who are experiencing foster care,” said HeartShare Director of Special Events Danielle Maurice,…

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Show Your Support to HeartShare on #GivingTuesday

This Tuesday, December 1, 2015, HeartShare Human Services is participating in #GivingTuesday, a global day dedicated to giving. Last year, more than 30,000 organizations in 68 countries came together to celebrate #GivingTuesday. Since its founding in 2012, #GivingTuesday has inspired giving around the world, resulting in greater donations, volunteer hours, and activities that bring about…

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