Philanthropy in Phocus

The Book Fairies is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization that collects reading materials for people in need throughout metropolitan New York. The reading materials foster literacy and academic success, provide a respite from personal struggles, and nurture a love of reading across age groups. Amy Zaslansky is the founder of The Book Fairies, a nonprofit organization that provides books to peopl...

The Corporate Source (TCS) is a 501(c3) nonprofit organization dedicated to improving employment equity for individuals with disabilities. TCS achieves this with dynamic collaborations within the federal, state and private sector by providing outsourcing business services including: disinfecting and janitorial services, total facilities management, mailroom operations, call center support, messeng...

Heroes to Heroes provide spiritual healing and peer support for American combat veterans who have attempted suicide or are on a path to self-destruction due to moral injury/PTSD. Judy Isaacson Elias founded Heroes to Heroes in March 2010. She spent most of her career in Broadcast Media in radio advertising sales and management with Regional Reps Corporation, XM Satellite Radio, Emmis Communication...

Restaurant Workers’ Community Foundation is an advocacy and action nonprofit created by and for restaurant workers. RWCF was founded in 2018 to advocate for – and raise funds for other nonprofits working toward – gender equity, racial justice, fair wages, and healthy work environments in the restaurant industry. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, RWCF’s additional focus is on supporting workers...

Today’s Guest is Jennifer Singer – Executive Director of Bright Futures for Youth Bright Futures for Youth is a community-focused nonprofit organization committed to addressing the ever-changing needs of youth, from sixth-graders to those in their mid-20s, in Nevada County. Teens and adolescents face many challenges and many changes that are part of growing up. It’s a time to figure out who they a...

The Allied Foundation, Inc. is a for impact, designated 501C3 that was formed in 2015 by a group of concerned pediatric physicians who saw a lack of access to essential resources within their patient population and joined together to actively make a difference in the greater community. Ending diaper need is one way in which we fulfill our mission. Diapers are an essential need no baby should ever...

Integrate for Good is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization empowering students and adults with disabilities to share their talent through inclusive volunteerism, community leadership and meaningful employment. Dr. Bev Weinberg is an Occupational Therapist with a passion for enhancing community engagement for individuals of all abilities. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Urban Studies from the U...

Options for Community Living, Inc . provides housing, support services, and care coordination for people recovering from mental illness and those living with HIV/AIDS or other chronic health conditions. Many of the people we serve were formerly homeless. Options is a private not-for-profit agency, operating on Long Island since 1982. Their goal is to help each program participant and family find s...

Family Residences and Essential Enterprises, Inc. (FREE), founded in 1977, benefits and proudly supports more than 4,000 individuals with intellectual / developmental disabilities, mental illness and traumatic brain injury. It is the mission of FREE to help individuals of all abilities realize their full potential. FREE provides a diverse array of supports and services including: housing; recovery...

This week, Tommy interviews Renee Daniel Flagler , covering exciting topics that relate to empowering young girls. Flagler is the Executive Director of Girls Inc. of Long Island , whose mission is to empower girls to be strong, smart and bold. Renee is also an award-winning writer, adjunct professor, and a speaker who is passionate about encouraging women and youth to pursue their passion and purp...

Today Tommy D is joined in The Attic by Taina Sanin , who’s the Programs Director of Nonprofit New York . We will discuss how Nonprofit New York Educates, Advocates & Networks on behalf of its 1700+ Nonprofit members. Tune in for this sensible conversation at TalkRadio.nyc or watch the Facebook Livestream by clicking here .  Show Notes ‍ Segment 1 Tommy introduces himself and the show and gi...

Today Tommy D is joined in The Attic by  Hey There Beautiful Foundation Founder & Executive Director Dailisha Rodriguez Whose goal is to empower women and young girls with the confidence they seek in order to achieve success and abundance. Their vision is to provide support, connection, trust, inspiration and leadership skills. With workshops continually beautify communities while creating per...

Shawn Slevin started Swim Strong Foundation in 2006 to reduce unintended drowning by teaching water safety and swimming skill education. Swim Strong offers Learn to Swim (including Adaptive) through Competitive programs for ages 3 through Seniors. They have taught more than 10,000 students how to swim and given more than $1 Million in free swim lessons to families in need. Swim Strong’s newest off...

Tommy D interviews Sophie Dubuisson , State Director of NY, for Best Buddies International . They will discuss Best Buddies Programs that increase inclusion for the IDD - Intellectually & Developmentally Disabled community. Tune in for this sensible conversation at TalkRadio.nyc or watch the Facebook Livestream by clicking here .  Show Notes ‍ Segment 1 Tommy D Introduces himself and the sho...

With Special guest Sister Tesa Fitzgerald the founder of Hour Children , a home in Long Island City, Queens for children whose mothers were incarcerated.  Tune in for this sensible conversation at TalkRadio.nyc or watch the Facebook Livestream by clicking here .  Show Notes ‍ Segment 1 Tommy introduces his guest, Sister Tesa Fitzgerald. She is the founder of Hour Children This is an organization...

The Spirit of Huntington Arts Center is a nonprofit organization with a focus on serving 2 specific communities individuals with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities(IDD) and veterans. They serve these communities through educational art classes and their unique ArtWorks program. ArtWorks is a program that provides technical training to prepare students for a career in digital arts.  ‍ To...

Transitional Services for New York, Inc . is a comprehensive, community-based mental health organization located in New York City. We provide a continuum of rehabilitative services to enrich the lives of those recovering from mental illness and facilitate their transition to increased levels of independence. Each year TSINY serves more than 4,000 NYC individuals going through mental health challen...

For his premiere on TalkRadio.nyc, Tommy D interviews Katie McGowan to learn about Horsability . Horsability’s mission is to improve the lives of individuals with special needs through Equine Facilitated Therapy.  Through this interview, Tommy and his listeners will learn about the history of this organization, the programs they have to serve the community and stakeholders as well as who the colla...