Allie’s Place Center for Culinary Education & Employment was recently selected as the Social Impact Partner of Together Hospitality NYC (THNYC)—an organization committed to empowering individuals in the culinary world through education, resources, and networking opportunities. The partnership was facilitated by Derrick Holman, Program
“It seemed like Saratoga was embedded in my heart. It was my fresh start,” said Michael Lewis, Porter at Saratoga Family Residence. “I left my past behind me.” Michael came to Saratoga through The Fortune Society—an organization that supports and assists individuals with successful reentry from incarceration. He began his career
Spring is in full swing and HFH Early Ed is staying active and sprouting young minds. Take a sneak peek at how our youngest learners are blossoming—from morning movement to hands-on learning about our earth’s ecosystem. Prospect Early Ed has
Saratoga’s Afterschool students recently staged a production they dubbed “The Evolution of Hip-Hop” as an homage to Black culture and music—part of a multi-month celebration of Black History Month that traditionally takes place annually in February. The students were involved in every
Allie’s Place Center for Culinary Education & Employment continues to expand its program offerings to better meet the needs of its students and the families residing at HFH family residences. The most recent addition is an Employment Workshop to further prepare adult students for
Saratoga Early Ed hosted a Valentine’s Day bash—parents joined their kiddos for an afternoon of heartwarming fun and learning as they rotated through various hands-on stations including tree stamping with heart-shaped leaves, using droppers and food coloring on paper towels to explore
Families, and staff, at Williamsbridge Family Residence were recently treated to a visit from the Allerton Branch of the New York Public Library. Staff from the local branch set up an information table and signed children and adults up for library cards, along with sharing all the
“I want to show people the growth. I want people to know that it can happen for them,” said Veronica Cubano, Administrative Assistant at Williamsbridge Family Residence. “Just because you are a resident, doesn’t mean you can’t continue rising, as long as you have faith and don’t give up.” Veronica’s empathy
Saratoga Afterschool recently welcomed the 2024 Saratoga Olympics—hosted by Lufthansa Group. Students teamed up to represent eight countries—Switzerland, Germany, Jamaica, Greece, Belgium, Austria, the United States, and Trinidad and Tobago—for an afternoon of friendly competition. Lufthansa’s help alliance
Neysha and William recently graduated Allie’s Place Center for Culinary Education & Employment and are paving their way in the culinary world: both students were accepted into the First Course NYC Apprenticeship Program—a 14-week program that includes hands-on culinary instruction and a paid internship at a NYC restaurant. “The First
