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The Reality of Homelessness in New York City

 

Homelessness remains one of the most urgent humanitarian challenges facing New York City. Recent reports show that more than 140,000 people across New York are experiencing homelessness, with the majority located in New York City.

 

Key facts highlight the scale of the crisis:

• Over 89,000 individuals have been living in New York City shelters, nearly doubling in recent years.

• Nearly one in three homeless individuals in New York are children, demonstrating how deeply families are affected.

• Thousands more live unsheltered on streets, subways, and public spaces, facing extreme weather and dangerous conditions.

• Street homelessness has continued to rise, with over 4,500 people estimated to be living unsheltered in recent counts.

 

Behind these statistics are real people—parents, veterans, young adults, and seniors—many facing job loss, rising housing costs, medical challenges, or unexpected hardships.

Our Holiday Outreach Mission

 

During the holiday season, our program organizes outreach events across New York City where volunteers provide:

• Quick holiday meals and food distribution

• Winter coats, hats, gloves, and warm clothing

• Hygiene kits and essential care packages

• Blankets and cold-weather supplies

• Words of encouragement and human connection

 

For many individuals experiencing homelessness, these moments of kindness can restore hope and remind them that they are not forgotten.

 

Carrying Mama Reid’s Legacy Forward

 

Mama Reid believed that compassion should be lived out through action. Her legacy was built on the simple but powerful idea that community means taking care of one another.

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his program exists to continue the work she started—serving those in need with dignity, respect, and love. Every meal served, every coat distributed, and every conversation shared helps keep her spirit of generosity alive.

By gathering together each holiday season, we ensure that Mama Reid’s legacy continues to shine as a light for those facing some of life’s darkest moments.

 

Holiday Donation Tiers – Help Us Serve More People

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Community support allows this program to reach more individuals experiencing homelessness each holiday season. Donations directly support meals, clothing, and essential supplies distributed during our outreach events.

 

$25 – Warm Care Package
Provides hygiene essentials, socks, gloves, and basic care items for one individual.

 

$50 – Winter Warmth Kit
Helps provide hats, scarves, gloves, and cold-weather supplies to someone living on the streets.

 

$100 – Feed 10 People
Supports the preparation and distribution of hot holiday meals for individuals in need.

 

$250 – Coat Sponsor
Helps purchase and distribute multiple winter coats and blankets for those facing freezing temperatures.

 

$500 – Community Outreach Supporter
Supports meal distribution, clothing drives, and outreach logistics for larger groups.

 

$1,000+ – Holiday Impact Partner

 

Helps fund large-scale holiday outreach efforts including meals, clothing distribution, and expanded support across multiple locations in New York City.

 

How You Can Help

 

We invite individuals, families, businesses, and community organizations to join us in making a difference.

Ways to support the program include:

• Volunteering during holiday outreach events

• Donating coats, clothing, or essential supplies

• Sponsoring meals for distribution

• Supporting transportation and outreach efforts

• Helping expand the program’s reach across New York City

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Together, we can make the holidays brighter for those who need it most while honoring the life and compassion of Mama Reid.

 

Because no one should feel invisible during the season of giving.

 

 

Anything YOU Think Can Happen and Meria’s Catering Company would like to Thank EVERY ONE who participated in our Holidays with the homeless Campaign in present and prior years!

 

THANK YOU for taking the time out to CARE for those in need!

BJ’s Wholesale @BJswholesaleclub

City Fresh Market (Associated Foods) @Cityfreshmarkets

Costco Long Island City @Costco

Food Bazaar Bronx @FoodBazaarSupermarkets

Wal-Mart @Walmart5293

 

Our Volunteers (Past & Present)

Baybee Lounge Daycare

The Way Minitries

402 Prints LLC

Lady Bombers Against Bullying

S.U.V. Stand Up To Violence

T. Carrillo Funeral Service, LLC

World Alliance Records, LLC

 

THANK YOU.