by Jennifer Mirsky | Jul 6, 2026 | News & Announcements
Why should July 4th have all the fun? Join us Friday, July 10th from 11am-4pm for Family Fun Day / Día de Diversión Familiar — a free day of food, games, music, face painting, pony rides, a petting zoo, raffles, and more! Everyone is...
by Jennifer Mirsky | Jul 1, 2026 | News & Announcements, Stories
We are a nation of immigrants. Here are three stories from the frontlines of our Immigration Legal Program. A 15-year-old from El Salvador fled violence caused by Salvadoran gangs. She undertook a dangerous journey to the United States to reunite with her family. We...
by Jennifer Mirsky | Jun 23, 2026 | News & Announcements, Stories
When Margaret Johnson interviewed with Lutheran Social Services of New York at age 24, she was told the field had a high turnover and was asked how long she could guarantee her services, should she be offered the position. Margaret replied, “I’m not going to lie to...
by Jennifer Mirsky | May 4, 2026 | News & Announcements
Internet access is not a luxury; it’s a necessity. It’s how people conduct research, access educational and career opportunities, manage their healthcare, and connect with community. Those who have access to reliable, high-speed Internet access take it for granted....
by Jennifer Mirsky | Mar 31, 2025 | News & Announcements, Stories
When faced with a blank canvas and paints of all colors, one teenage mother colored the whole canvas black. “That’s trauma. She couldn’t see herself finding the color. Wow, that says a lot to me,” says Anita McCoy. Ms. McCoy is Director of Our Sister’s Place (OSP),...
