City Relief

From battling shelter violence to finding community at our outreach locations, our guest Nelson shows us how basic dignity changes lives. At City Relief, we don't just serve meals - we create spaces where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. Subscribe to our newsletter for more stories of hope. Visit cityrelief.org #CommunityFirst #StreetOutreach #HomelessnessStories #DignityForAll #CityRelief

A mother walks 3 miles each way to get her daughter to school. Another creates homework spaces in shelter rooms. These parents aren't just surviving - they're fighting to give their children stability despite impossible circumstances. At City Relief, we see mothers skip meals so their children can eat, determined to keep their families together. Take our Homelessness IQ Quiz to learn more. Link in bio. #FamilyHomelessness #ParentsInCrisis #HousingStability #ChildrenFirst #CityRelief

When 300,000 people lived within one square mile of Five Points, Irish immigrants faced housing and employment barriers that mirror today's crises. Like their 19th century counterparts, many New Yorkers now spend over 50% of income on housing, pushing them toward homelessness or in a cycle of poverty. Understanding our past helps us build better solutions for the future. This St. Patrick’s Day, City Relief celebrates St. Patrick’s legacy of humility and faithfulness, recognizes the impact of Irish immigration in New York City and New Jersey, and stands in solidarity with those facing similar challenges today. #NYC #NewYorkCity #NJ #NewJersey #StPatricksDay #Homelessness #CityRelief

"You can't solve homelessness by making it illegal." Josiah, our CEO, breaks down why fining people without money doesn't work. While homelessness rises 18% nationwide, cities like Paterson, NJ consider 90-day jail sentences for sleeping outside. We need real solutions, not criminal penalties. Take our Homelessness IQ Quiz to learn more. Link in bio. #Homelessness #HousingFirst #NYC #NJ #NewYorkCity #NewJersey #CriminalJusticeReform #CityRelief

Every story of hope begins with someone who cared enough to help. On May 8th, join us at Carmine's Times Square to hear directly from our guests whose lives changed this year through connection and community. We'll have great food, live entertainment, and an auction with some really great prizes! Join the City Relief family - staff, volunteers, partners, and supporters - for an evening of real stories and real impact. Register now for our annual Celebration Event. Visit cityrelief.org/celebration. #CityRelief #Homelessness #Fundraiser #NYC #NJ #NewYorkCity #NewJersey

"Better tired than attacked" - these are words from Maria, one of our outreach guests. For women experiencing homelessness, every decision about where to rest comes with heightened risk. At City Relief, we're dedicated to connecting women with safe spaces where they don't have to choose between sleep and safety. Subscribe to our weekly newsletter at cityrelief.org to learn more about these critical challenges. #WomensHistoryMonth #Homelessness #CityRelief

339 outreaches. 34,000 meals. 50,000 guests served. But our real impact lives in the everyday moments: Teams braving storms to show up. Staff spending hours securing vital documents. Volunteers returning weekly with open hearts. This Employee Appreciation Day, we are saying THANK YOU to our staff and volunteers who make this work possible! At City Relief, small acts of kindness multiply into transformed lives. And we can't do it without our dedicated team! #CommunityImpact #Homelessness #CityRelief #EmployeeAppreciationDay

This International Women's Day, we recognize women experiencing homelessness who face unique challenges with remarkable courage. At City Relief, we witness their strength navigating systems not built for their needs, often while caring for children and healing from trauma. Their determination inspires our work every day. Their stories matter. Their futures matter. Subscribe to our newsletter to learn how you can support women finding stability and dignity. #WomenHistoryMonth #Homelessness #CityRelief

Did you know menstrual products can cost up to $10 per box? For women experiencing homelessness, this basic necessity becomes out-of-reach every month. At City Relief, we're confronting period poverty head-on by having essential menstrual supplies at our outreach locations on-hand for outreach guests. Want to learn more about the hidden challenges of homelessness? Subscribe to our weekly newsletter at cityrelief.org #Homelessness #HealthAccess #CityRelief #WomensHistoryMonth

After volunteering with City Relief, Anna started seeing neighbors experiencing homelessness in her Indiana hometown - people she hadn't noticed before. But it started by joining us in New York City to learn the ropes of compassionate, caring service for those in need. If you have never volunteered with us before, or maybe it's been a while since you last joined us on the street, you can sign up at https://lnkd.in/ez4apKKn to take a walk in Anna's shoes and experience it for yourself! #Volunteer #CityRelief #Homelessness #Community #NYC #NewYorkCity #NewJersey #NJ