We start with the assumption that all children have the right to lead happy, secure, rewarding lives as contributing members of society.

We understand that economic hardship, lack of skills, mental illness and cultural displacement impede development and achievement.

We know that in order to ensure a safe, cohesive world, we need to create engaged, productive citizens.

We respond to children and families within their own cultural frameworks.

We identify and treat early signs of abuse that can cause lifelong suffering.

We recognize that positive relationships--to family, school and culture--are the underpinnings of healthy development and foster them in all of our programs.

We advocate for public services and support for disenfranchised youth and families.

We reach out to immigrants from more than 60 nationalities. Our commitment to culturally sensitive services is demonstrated by our social workers, fluent in more than 30 languages.

We create hope…establishing new possibilities for health, well-being and achievement.

	Each dollar you give goes directly to help children at risk in New York.

Poem by 13-year-old-patient in
treatment for attempting suicide