YES to compassion in our backyards.

The Open Hearts Initiative supports communities across New York City who welcome homeless neighbors and advocate for housing justice in their own backyards. We use our voices and resources to support homeless New Yorkers and make our communities stronger, more integrated, and more equitable — because everybody deserves a place to call home.

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The Latest

Events

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English Language Workshops in the Bronx and Midtown
Oct 27
English Language Workshops in the Bronx and Midtown
Speak Up for Public Restrooms
Oct 28
Speak Up for Public Restrooms
Holiday gift drive for kids on the UES!
Nov 11
Holiday gift drive for kids on the UES!
Bring a Thanksgiving Pie for Families in Shelter
Nov 25
Bring a Thanksgiving Pie for Families in Shelter
Housing Justice is Racial Justice Reading + Discussion Group
Nov 25
Housing Justice is Racial Justice Reading + Discussion Group
Policy and Advocacy Committee Meeting
Nov 26
Policy and Advocacy Committee Meeting
Midtown Open Hearts Chapter Meeting
Nov 26
Midtown Open Hearts Chapter Meeting
Upper East Side Open Hearts Chapter Meeting
Dec 2
Upper East Side Open Hearts Chapter Meeting

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