For more than 130 years, Union Settlement has stood as East Harlem’s steadfast partner—a place where every generation finds opportunity, care, and connection. Our mission has always been shaped by the community, for the community, grounded in empowerment, education, and collective action.

To learn more about our history and the legacy you are part of,
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Because of generous partners like you, thousands of East Harlem children, youth, families, and older adults found the stability and hope they deserved this year. Your care is felt in every classroom, every senior center, every counseling session, and every moment of connection.

Across East Harlem, your investment is at work:

These numbers represent far more than program outputs. They reflect children ready to learn, teens finding their voice, families healing from

trauma, and elders aging with dignity and companionship. Every success is rooted in partnership with supporters who believe in the strength and potential of this community.

The demand for our services continues to grow.

New migrant families are seeking stability. Parents need quality early childhood education. Adults are returning to school determined to strengthen their skills. Teens need safe, creative spaces to thrive. Older adults rely on us for wellness, meals, and connection.

Your support ensures we can meet these needs—today and in the year ahead.

We are also undertaking a major initiative to embed trauma-informed care across all programs—from early childhood education to older adult services. This work acknowledges the realities our community faces and ensures every person who walks through our doors is met with compassion, dignity, and consistent support.

When you give to Union Settlement, you’re not just supporting a single program. You are sustaining a 130-year legacy of community, built on resilience, pride, and collective care. Your generosity helps create a more equitable East Harlem—one where every resident has access to opportunity, healing, and hope.

Thank you for standing with us. Together, we can continue writing East Harlem’s story of strength, progress, and possibility.