New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA)

.New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA)'s Van Dyke I Houses unveils “Sapphire’s Corner,” a vibrant new playground and recreation area created with the valuable input of residents. This bright space features colorful play equipment, a refreshing spray shower, and a walking track, promoting wellness and joy for the 3,300 residents in the community. Residents, community leaders, and local officials came together to celebrate this exciting addition to the neighborhood. Discover the full story here: https://on.nyc.gov/42Eiso7 #NYCHAPlaygrounds #NYCHAYouth #NYCHAResidents

🎃 Happy Halloween from New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA)! 👻 From community events to family movie nights, we hope everyone enjoys a fun and safe Halloween. 🕸️ Safety tips to keep in mind: 🕯️ Walk in well-lit areas 🚸 Cross streets carefully 🍭 Inspect all treats before eating Here’s to a safe and spirited celebration across our NYCHA communities! 🧡 #NYCHA #Halloween

.New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA)'s creative and community spirit is on display at the new mural series at Ravenswood Senior Center! 🎨 In collaboration with the Public Housing Community Fund and Woken Arts, “Across Time & Place” honors the legacy and contributions of Ravenswood’s senior residents. This inspiring project showcases the powerful role of art in building pride and connection across generations. 💙 Discover the full story via QNS: https://on.nyc.gov/4n8gnYM #NYCHASeniors #NYCHAArts #NYCHAResidents

🌟 Join us to celebrate the 2025 NYC Boss Up Grant recipients — nine #NYCHA entrepreneurs each awarded $20,000 to grow their businesses and amplify their community impact. This exciting initiative, a partnership between New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA)'s #REES, NYC Department of Small Business Services, and @NYC Boss Up, provides residents with funding, mentorship, and expert training to transform their ideas into thriving enterprises. Meet this year’s inspiring winners: 🎶 Demetrius Kent, founder of Juggfam, empowering independent artists through management and creative direction. 🍰 Jacqueline Moore, owner of Sweet Jax Treats, creating custom desserts that bring joy to every celebration. 💅 Michele Joseph, founder of Polished by MJ, blending artistry, empowerment, and entrepreneurship in nail care. 👏 Congratulations to all our #NYCHApreneurs! Read their full stories: https://on.nyc.gov/49ovjic #NYCHA

📚 Investing in the future of Red Hook’s youngest residents starts now! Beginning January 2026, every kindergartener living in Red Hook Houses and attending NYC public schools will receive $1,000 toward their college savings. This exciting opportunity is made possible by the Red Hook Initiative, NYC Kids RISE, and dedicated community partners. “The Save for College Program has been designed to allow every part of a child’s community — from schools, to philanthropy, to local businesses, to civic organizations and places of worship — to come together to show support for their children and invest in their futures together,” said Debra-Debra-Ellen Glickstein, Founding Executive Director of NYC Kids RISE. “We all have a role to play to make sure our kids are set up for success. Thank you to the Red Hook Initiative for this pioneering investment and the incredible community of support in Red Hook Houses.” This milestone expands the citywide Save for College Program, empowering families and communities to collaborate in securing long-term success for children. Learn more in The NYCHA Journal: https://on.nyc.gov/4nCtIJq #NYCHAResidents #NYCHAYouth

Celebrate a milestone with us! 🌿🎓 New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA), The City University of New York, and the Public Housing Community Fund marked 20 years of the NYCHA-CUNY Scholarship Program, honoring a record 100 scholars at this year’s special ceremony. Since 2005, this program has awarded over $615,000 in scholarships to NYCHA residents and Section 8 recipients pursuing higher education at CUNY. "We are incredibly proud of our 20-year partnership with CUNY, which promotes higher education goals, potentially unlocking doors across all industries for NYCHA residents," said NYCHA Chief Operating Officer Eva Trimble. "This critical program, which reached 100 students this year, would not be possible without the generous funding provided by the New York City Council and the Public Housing Community Fund, whose investment enabled the program's expansion." #NYCHACUNY #NYCHAYouth #NYCHAResidents

🌿 Kudos to Green City Force Cohort 29 on their graduation! On October 7, Green City Force (GCF) honored its newest group of young sustainability champions at Medgar Evers College. Through full-time service, hands-on technical training, and community-driven projects, GCF empowers New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) and low-income housing residents (ages 18–24) with the skills to build a greener future. This cohort completed 250 hours of energy training, distributed 10,200 pounds of fresh produce, and turned over 90,500 pounds of organic waste into compost at NYCHA Eco-Hubs. Looking ahead to 2026, NYCHA will deepen its collaboration with GCF by launching two new urban farms to amplify this vital work. 🌱 Discover more in The NYCHA Journal: https://on.nyc.gov/47zwrNF #NYCHAResidents #Sustainability #NYCHAYouth

ICYMI: We are proud to share that Big Apple Connect has been extended for three more years, through June 2028 — ensuring uninterrupted free broadband access for 330,000 #NYCHAResidents across 220 sites. 💻📶 Launched in 2022, Big Apple Connect has become the nation’s largest municipally subsidized broadband program, saving families over $1,700 each year while keeping them connected to work, school, and opportunity. This new agreement also includes: - $1.2 million from Spectrum & Optimum to expand digital literacy programming at NYC libraries - Creation of a new online hub with free virtual skills training for NYCHA residents Mayor Eric Adams: “By keeping 330,000 NYCHA residents connected through free high-speed broadband and cable, we’re sending a clear message: every New Yorker deserves affordable, reliable internet.” 👏 Thank you to our City partners and service providers for helping bridge the digital divide and empower communities. 📲 Learn more about eligible sites and resources: https://on.nyc.gov/3IOWgRm New York City Council Office of Mayor-Elect Eric Adams #NYCHA #DigitalEquity #BigAppleConnect

.New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA), Northwell Health, SCAN-Harbor and the Johnson Houses Resident Association have launched Healthy Minds, Healthy Harlem — a new community-based mental health initiative now serving residents at the Ethel Battle Velez Community Center in East Harlem. Designed in partnership with residents, the program offers: - Mental health assessments - Virtual and in-person therapy - Medication management - Spanish-speaking providers - No insurance or ability to pay required While open to all, older adults are prioritized — addressing a critical gap in accessible behavioral health care. NYCHA COO @Eva Trimble noted during the opening celebration, “It takes a village to bring something like this together, and this is such an important day.” 📍 On-site services: Tuesdays, 10 AM – 2 PM at 1833 Lexington Avenue 📞 Appointments: 212-434-3365 📧 ocmhapplications@northwell.edu Check the full story here: https://on.nyc.gov/4ohTEur #NYCHAResidents #NYCHA

We’re thrilled to celebrate Brooklyn Operations VP Jimmy Santana and New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA)'s Complaint Services Team — proud recipients of the 2025 Excellence in Customer Service Award from the Mayor’s Office of Operations! 👏 As a lifelong NYCHA resident and dedicated leader, Mr. Santana has strengthened Brooklyn operations through empathy, collaboration, and accountability. The CST — led by Senior Advisor Marcela Medina — continues to deliver compassionate, cross-departmental support so residents feel heard and valued. In just two years as VP, Mr. Santana has transformed Brooklyn operations into one of NYCHA’s top-performing boroughs, achieving significant gains in repair productivity, faster work order completion, and the highest number of apartment turnovers citywide. This well-earned recognition reflects NYCHA’s mission in action: delivering quality service with respect and care. Read more 👉 https://on.nyc.gov/47dRANc #NYCHAEmployees #NYCHAResidents