Jennifer’s story is a success story - a story of hope. Her journey out of homelessness takes her through transitional housing, case management, and permanent supportive housing.
Center for Urban Community Services
Helping New Yorkers rise from poverty, exit homelessness, and be healthy
Your support matters, now more than ever
“I wish people understood that the folks we serve aren’t ‘other people’—they’re you, me, and everyone else. Just because you haven’t experienced homelessness doesn’t mean they’re any different. Everyone deserves a home for good.”
—Nichelle C., permanent supportive housing office manager
When you donate to CUCS, know that you’re investing in housing, healing, and hope for people in our community who need it most.
Home for Good, Three Perspectives on the Journey
Home for Good isn’t a single moment. It’s a journey that unfolds differently for everyone who walks it.
Check out the latest CUCS Report and see three perspectives on the path to housing, from the streets to stability to a place to call home.
Dawn M. Pinnock Speaks with NY1 about NYC Leadership and Partnerships
This weekend on In Focus with Cheryl Wills on Spectrum News NY1, CUCS President & CEO Dawn Pinnock spoke about what’s next for New York City’s leadership and why partnership between city government and nonprofits is the most meaningful pathway forward.
Watch the interview: https://bit.ly/4i5Wr8e
How does CUCS bring people home for good?
Meet Shanel and Migdalia and hear how CUCS supportive housing changed their lives.
Hitting the pavement in Harlem with one of NYC’s street psychiatrists
Home For Good Gala
Thank you to everyone who joined us on October 8th for the 2025 Home for Good Gala. It was a joyful night filled with inspiring speakers, awards, cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and special museum gallery access!
Our Impact
I am so excited for every new permanent supportive housing program we open because that is the best, most effective intervention to solve homelessness.
Adina
What's important to me? My health, stability...I just want a job. I'm thankful for the Hannigan.