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.

Recent News

Man with Special Needs Earns Dream Job at Modell’s

Category: Impact Stories

Thirty-eight year old Donald, a man with special needs, landed his dream job working as a greeter at Modell’s in downtown Brooklyn. “All I’ve ever wanted to do is work. And this is my dream job,” Donald shared. The job is an actualization of Donald’s expert knowledge and passion for sports, especially basketball, which he…

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

Category: In The Media

(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

Category: In The Media

(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

Category: In The Media

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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Energy Department Helps New York Children and Families Stay Healthy and Safe through Brutal Weather

Category: Impact Stories

“There was one time when I was helping a customer apply for an energy grant and she cried with gratitude,” recalled Dylan, a LaGuardia Community College sophomore student and HeartShare St. Vincent’s Services American Dream Program Scholar, who started working with HeartShare’s Energy Assistance and Community Development Department this year. “It shows how much of…

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Men and Women with Special Needs Experience College Course at NYU

Category: Impact Stories

HeartShare’s inclusion opportunities extend to higher education. Adults from HeartShare’s Day Habilitation Programs have had the opportunity to learn and grow in a college setting. Spearheaded by NYU Tandon School of Engineering instructor Allan Goldstein, HeartShare program participants were first offered the chance to attend a photo workshop. Following that, the participants of Brooklyn Day…

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