Awardees page 2
Lakeside Family & Children's Services -- $25,000
Lakeside Family & Children's Services was forced to postpone its Annual Gala, scheduled to take place downtown, since access to the area was blocked following the attacks. The organization also provided its staff with counseling sessions to help them cope with the events of September 11th. NFF's grant offset a portion of these expenses and losses. Lakeside Family & Children's Services provides more than 1,200 New York City area children and families with foster, adoptive, and group homes, and independent living services.
Lambda Legal Defense & Education Fund -- $67,200
After the World Trade Center attacks, Lambda Legal Defense and Education Fund started its "September 11th Survivors Fund," a project advocating full and equal benefits for gay and lesbian surviving partners of attack victims. It also re-designed its tri-annual publication to address many 9/11 issues affecting the gay and lesbian community. After the attacks, the organization's offices were closed and telephone lines were not functioning, forcing the organization to use cell phones to conduct business. The organization also had to purchase an air filter to ensure the safety of its offices. NFF's grant defrayed a portion of the costs related to starting up the 9/11 project, re-designing Lambda's publication, and emergency expenses. The Lambda Legal Defense and Education Fund is a national organization committed to achieving full recognition of the civil rights of lesbians, gay men, bisexuals, the transgendered and people with HIV/AIDS through impact litigation, education and public policy work
Leake and Watts Services, Inc. -- $18,250
In the wake of the September 11th attacks, Leake and Watts Services' direct mail acquisition appeal generated less revenue than in years past. In light of these poor results, the organization canceled a planned renewal mailing. In addition, the disruption in day-to-day operation following the attacks forced Leake and Watts to eliminate its Early Intervention Unit, resulting in a loss in fee-for-service income. NFF's grant defrayed a portion of these losses. Leake and Watts Services provides a comprehensive array of clinical, therapeutic, recreational, educational, residential, and preventative services to children and families, including foster care, medical services, and an early childhood center, among others.
Lenox Hill Neighborhood House -- $57,500
Lenox Hill Neighborhood House experienced increased demand for its services in the wake of September 11th, including counseling for people who were close to the World Trade Center on that day or who lost loved ones in the attack. In addition, the organization suffered business losses when its annual fundraiser in early October generated less revenue than it had in previous years, and when it lost internet service (its provider was located in 2 World Trade Center). NFF's grant offset the cost of additional counseling programs, restoring internet service, and lost fundraising revenue. Lenox Hill Neighborhood House provides social, housing, education and recreation programs to approximately 20,000 people annually, and employs more than 270 people in full and part-time jobs.
The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Community Center -- $25,000
Traffic restrictions and slowed shipping after September 11th kept the Center from renovating and moving into its new space on time. NFF's grant covered part of the costs incurred from delayed construction and staying in temporary space for an extra month. The Center is the only one of its kind in New York City, providing a range of free counseling and support services to the City's lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community.
Little Missionary's Nursery School -- $20,000
After the 9/11 attacks, the Nursery suffered losses from a decline in enrollment and from lost rental income from a subtenant who had fallen into arrears. NFF's grant offset a portion of lost tuition and rent income, as well as legal costs. Little Missionary's Day Nursery is a full service pre-school that cares for the children of working people on the Lower East Side.
Love Our Children USA -- $2,500
Love Our Children USA was forced to postpone two celebrity fundraisers indefinitely after the events of September 11th. The organization launched a direct mail appeal in early September, which yielded little response, and sent out a second in December that was less successful than earlier mailings. NFF's grant covered direct costs incurred from the postponed fundraisers and losses associated with the direct mail appeals. Love Our Children USA is a national non-profit organization that advocates for children and provides education on issues related to parenting and preventing and treating abuse.
Lower Manhattan Cultural Council -- $220,250
Formerly located in the World Trade Center, Lower Manhattan Cultural Council's offices were destroyed along with $14,000 in collected application fees, forcing the organization to immediately buy new office equipment and find new space. The Council is also undertaking a business plan to assess its future facilities needs and investment requirements in the larger context of the redevelopment of lower Manhattan. NFF's contribution helped cover the cost of obtaining a short-term lease, renovating its new space, relocating its latest exhibit, and the development of its business plan. The Council provides cultural programs in lower Manhattan and promotes arts and business partnerships throughout New York City..
Manhattan Art Program -- $10,000
Located one block from the World Trade Center, Manhattan Art Program had to dispose of most of its equipment, materials, and supplies that were damaged by ash from the September 11th disaster. The organization also lost revenue after it was forced to cancel fall programming due to lack of equipment and supplies. NFF's grant defrayed part of lost revenue and the cost of replacing art supplies and equipment. Manhattan Art Program is dedicated to enhancing the lives of children through classroom workshops in the visual arts.
Manhattan Borough Development Corporation -- $24,000
In the wake of September 11th, Manhattan Borough Development Corporation suffered a decrease in contributions and lost income after canceling a fundraising event scheduled for late October. NFF's grant defrayed a portion of these losses. Manhattan Borough Development Corporation is an agency that administers a micro-loan fund as well as assists businesses throughout Manhattan in gaining access to financing from banks and government sources.
Manhattan School of Technology -- $25,000
Manhattan School of Technology suffered income losses when enrollment and tuition revenue declined in the months following September 11th, as compared to years past. NFF's grant offset a portion of these losses. The Manhattan School of Technology offers degree programs in Computer and Information Sciences, Business Management & Administration Services, and Health Professions and Related Sciences.
Manhattan Women Publishing -- $500
Due to road closings following the 9/11 attacks, Manhattan Women Publishing incurred sunk expenses when the September 12, 2001 issue of its newspaper could not be delivered. NFF's grant offset a portion of these expenses. Manhattan Women Publishing promotes educational opportunities and economic independence for women and girls in New York through its weekly public access cable TV call-in show and newspaper.
Manhattan Youth Recreation & Resources -- $101,000
Booklets that Manhattan Youth produced for its swimming program were rendered useless when debris from the World Trade Center damaged its pool. It also had to relocate four of its after-school programs to new sites, and begin busing kids to these new locations. Nonetheless, the organization suffered losses from a decrease in demand for its youth services due to the displacement of children, families, and schools from the area. NFF supported the increased costs of moving its after-school programs and production of the booklets as well as offsetting income lost from its swimming program and decrease in program fees. Manhattan Youth runs social, educational, and recreational programs for children and teens in lower Manhattan.
Mark DeGarmo & Dancers -- $39,000
After the 9/11 attacks the number of school children visiting Mark DeGarmo & Dancers, many of whom travel to downtown Manhattan for their interactive workshops, decreased as compared to previous years. Mark DeGarmo & Dancers also suffered losses when its annual fundraiser and a performance contract, for which it incurred expenses in pre-production, were cancelled. NFF's grant helped defray these losses and expenses. Mark DeGarmo & Dancers performs and tours in addition to providing arts education to public school children and helping graduate students plan careers in the arts.
Media Alliance -- $3,600
After the events of September 11th, Media Alliance lost revenue when its bulk book sales declined and its membership and sales drive generated less income than in earlier months. NFF's grant offset these losses. Media Alliance is the only statewide media arts service organization in the country, providing access to information to over 3,000 individuals and groups each year on issues related to funding, fiscal sponsorship, networking, preservation, distribution, exhibition, and advocacy.
Media Jumpstart -- $20,300
Located five blocks from the World Trade Center, Media Jumpstart experienced a loss in fee-for-service revenue when its offices were without power, phone service, and voicemail as a result of the September 11th attacks. Extra costs were incurred when staff had to use cell phones in order to work from home and continue to conduct business. The organization also provided emergency technical support to nonprofits near ground zero following the attacks. NFF's grant defrayed these losses. Media Jumpstart provides affordable technology services to nonprofit organizations.
Mercy Center -- $1,500
In the days following the September 11th attacks, Mercy Center held "A Community Gathers," a special event with a psychologist and grief counselors offering the community free counseling services and referrals. NFF's funds offset the costs of the organization's special event. Mercy Center's mission is to provide educational and social services for families and minority women.
MFY Legal Services -- $16,000
MFY Legal Services' offices were closed for two weeks following the attacks. Once re-opened, it incurred a number of unexpected expenses, including purchasing cell phones to replace land-line service, replacing air filters, and hiring temporary employees to fill in for those who were unable to come to work due to respiratory problems. Finally, the printing of MFY's annual report was to have been donated by a local print shop, which was unable to cover the costs after September 11th. NFF's grant offset these expenses. MFY Legal Services helps the poor and the working poor gain better access to the legal system through programs related to labor rights, housing, mental health, family law, domestic violence, the elderly, and persons with disabilities.
Michael Callen-Audre Lorde Community Health Center -- $342,000
This community health center's staff and mobile medical unit helped provide emergency care in the days following September 11th. In addition, a decrease in patient visits, due in part to transportation difficulties, led to a decline in revenue. Fundraising revenue also declined as its direct mail campaign, major gifts, and special events generated less income than in years past. NFF's $126,000 grant helped cover unanticipated expenses and lost revenue. NFF also provided a short-term interest-free loan of $216,000 to Callen-Lorde to bridge government funding delayed by September 11th. The loan was repaid in full and those proceeds have been awarded to other NFF grantees. Callen-Lorde provides primary health care chiefly to the lesbian and gay community.
The Momentum AIDS Project -- $32,600
Invitations for The Momentum AIDS Project's annual fall fundraiser were scheduled to be mailed the week of September 10, and invitations on the organization's website were unavailable when internet service was down following the attacks. In turn, the event generated less income than in years past. NFF's grant offset a portion of these losses. The Momentum AIDS project provides communal meals and support services to people with HIV and their friends and family.
Morocco and the Casbah Dance Experience -- $8,000
Morocco and the Casbah Dance Experience suffered losses in income when studio rentals and requests for performances decreased after the September 11th attacks, as compared to years past. In addition, the organization placed a first-time studio rental ad in response to this decline in business. NFF's grant offset a portion of these losses and expenses. Morocco and the Casbah Dance Experience provides dance classes and performances as well as lectures and seminars on Middle Eastern Dance.
The Muller Works Foundation -- $12,050
The Muller Works Foundation's performances and a fundraiser at Tribeca Performing Arts Center were cancelled when the Center became a staging area for relief efforts after the September 11th attacks. Due to travel difficulties in the wake of September 11th, the Foundation was also forced to postpone and shorten its dance company's tour of China, originally scheduled for October 2001. In addition, the Works suffered a decline in individual giving in Fall 2001. NFF's grant covered a portion of these losses. The Muller Works Foundation is a contemporary dance company.
Multitasking Systems of New York -- $248,000
Multitasking Systems of New York's office, located one and a half blocks from the former site of the World Trade Center, was evacuated and unusable in the weeks following the attacks. Both new program enrollments and enrollments for tracking classes declined. In addition, potential employers were unable to contact MTS to request FLEX temporary employees, resulting in a loss of earned revenue. NFF's grant offset a portion of these losses and expenses. Multitasking Systems of New York provides training, job creation, job placement, and counseling to people with HIV/AIDS.
The Museum of the American Piano -- $10,000
Following the WTC attacks, The Museum of the American Piano was forced to postpone the September 20, 2001 opening of its expanded space until April 2002. NFF's grant offset a portion of the Museum's losses in income. The Museum of the American Piano houses a collection of early pianos, and offers recitals, lectures, and competitions.
NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund -- $42,500
NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund's offices were closed for several weeks following the September 11th attacks, forcing staff to work overtime, work from home, and travel to its Washington DC office. The Fund also hired a crisis counselor for staff, a contractor to clean and fix its computers, and replaced air filters. In addition, the organization produced a brief mailing insert addressing the issue of racism in the wake of the attacks. NFF's grant defrayed a portion of these extraordinary expenses. Through litigation, advocacy, and education, the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund works to ensure that all Americans receive equal access to education, criminal justice, political participation, and fair treatment in economic justice.
The National Council for Research on Women -- $14,200
In the wake of the September 11th attacks, The National Council for Research on Women had to postpone or cancel several Fall events, including an Awards Dinner to be held at the UN, the New York Science Roundtable, two fundraising campaigns, and its Corporate Circle meeting. In addition, the Council incurred extra expense to restore internet service when its provider's facilities were destroyed in the attacks. NFF's grant defrayed the cost of restoring internet service and costs incurred by canceling and postponing events. The National Council for Research on Women is a working alliance of 92 women's research and policy centers that conducts events, publishes works, and facilitates and organizes research on behalf of women and girls.
The National League for Nursing -- $68,000
The National League for Nursing is a major provider of test services and certification for nursing schools. The League suffered a loss in income due to a reduced number of test takers in the wake of the September 11th attacks. NFF's grant defrayed a portion of these losses.
National Urban Technology Center -- $2,500
National Urban Technology Center's offices were closed for two weeks following the attacks, forcing staff to travel off-site in order to hold meetings, and causing difficulties with its internet service and equipment. NFF's grant offset a portion of the expenses incurred to alleviate these problems. National Urban Technology Center promotes learning, academic performance, and workforce preparation to disadvantaged youth and adults through its Youth Leadership Academy, Life Skills program, and Computer Centers program.
Neighborhood Economic Development Advocacy Project -- $17,350
Following September 11th, the Neighborhood Economic Development Advocacy Project was forced to relocate, incurring costs for new equipment, building fees, and movers. Its new space had higher rent and office maintenance costs, and required extensive improvements. NFF's grant defrayed a portion of these costs. By providing training, workshops and information to both the public and other service providers, the Neighborhood Economic Development Advocacy Project promotes community reinvestment in low income neighborhoods in New York City.
New Alternatives for Children, Inc. -- $37,000
New Alternatives for Children's annual fall benefit, which experienced low turnout and a drop in donations, generated less revenue than in years past. NFF's grant defrayed a portion of these losses. New Alternatives for Children provides services for biological, foster, and adoptive families who are caring for children with special medical needs at home.
New Destiny Housing Corporation -- $5,000
The debut of New Destiny Housing Corporation's job placement program aimed at women domestic violence survivors, "Project Superwomen," was delayed when the organization was forced out of its offices following the events of September 11th. It incurred extra expense in order to conduct outreach, and hired temporary staff to help advertise its new contact information. NFF's grant defrayed a portion of these losses. New Destiny Housing Corporation assists low-income victims of domestic violence and others in need to achieve and maintain self-sufficiency.
New Museum of Contemporary Art -- $90,000
The New Museum of Contemporary Art had to close its doors for several days following September 11th and when it re-opened, it lost revenue from a decline in admissions, membership and bookstore sales. More losses were incurred by canceled travel plans that involved international exhibitions. A portion of these losses were covered by NFF's grant.
New York Art Theatre -- $5,000
New York Art Theatre experienced a loss in revenue from ticket sales after its new production, originally scheduled to open on September 11th, grossed less than usual. NFF's grant helped cover a portion of lost revenue from ticket sales. New York Art Theatre is an off-Broadway theater company that produces classic and modern plays.
New York Association for New Americans -- $100,000
New York Association for New Americans lost income when its refugee resettlement program had to be closed due to lack of clients resulting from tightened immigration restrictions following the September 11th attacks. The Association also lost income when it was unable to provide job placement during a week-long shut down of its office near the WTC site. NFF's grant defrayed a portion of these losses. New York Association for New Americans provides employment, health education and legal services to help new immigrants enter the mainstream.
New York Blood Center -- $100,000
Immediately following the September 11th attacks, many New York City hospitals went into "disaster mode," collecting blood on their own and canceling elective surgeries in order to conserve stockpiles. In turn, The New York Blood Center suffered a substantial loss in income when sales of red blood cells and random donor platelets declined in fall 2001, as compared to years past. NFF's grant defrayed a portion of these losses. In addition to supplying blood, The New York Blood Center maintains research laboratories and provides training and education for healthcare professionals.
New York City Coalition Against Hunger -- $3,000
The Coalition supports organizations in effectively providing emergency food programs to their communities. NFF's funds offset the costs of cleaning its offices and assessing the emergency needs of its members.
The New York City Police Museum -- $75,000
The New York City Police Museum incurred extra expenses when the capital project to renovate its space in Lower Manhattan was delayed due to travel restrictions in the aftermath of the World Trade Center attacks. NFF's grant offset a portion of these expenses. The New York City Police Museum presents exhibits that capture and preserve the history of the NYPD.
New York City Rescue Mission -- $13,000
In order to meet an increase in demand for services following September 11th, New York City Rescue Mission incurred extra expense to provide meals and mattresses to the homeless, and hire temporary help. In addition, the Mission's Fall 2001 fundraising appeals generated less income compared to years past. NFF's grant defrayed a portion of these expenses and losses. New York City Rescue Mission provides meals, shelter, clothing, a medical clinic, and a residential recovery program for the homeless.
New York Civil Liberties Foundation -- $34,800
The New York Civil Liberties Foundation's annual Lasker-Callaway Awards dinner, scheduled to take place September 12, 2001, was postponed until February. In addition to its sunk costs, the event netted less income than in years past. The organization also experienced a comparative decline in membership and revenue from its 2001 Year End Appeal. NFF's grant offset a portion of these losses. The New York Civil Liberties Foundation protects the civil rights and liberties guaranteed to all Americans in the Constitution through litigation, advocacy, and public education.
The New York Conservation Education Fund -- $20,000
The New York Conservation Education Fund was forced to cancel its fall benefit when its offices were without power and covered in dust and debris following the WTC attacks. General contributions also declined in fall 2001, compared to years past. NFF's grant offset a portion of these contributed income losses. The New York Conservation Education Fund educates New Yorkers about environmental issues and the environmental decision-making processes at the local, regional and state government levels.
New York Open Center -- $29,500
Located on Spring Street near Broadway, The New York Open Center offered its facilities as shelter to those fleeing the area on September 11th. Mandated to close for almost a week thereafter, the Center suffered losses after it was unable to conduct fall registration and had to cancel several classes. The Center also experienced a decrease in bookstore sales, membership, and space rentals. NFF's grant defrayed a portion of these losses. The New York Open Center is an urban holistic learning center that operates over 600 programs with the mission of promoting cultural understanding, social responsibility, and personal growth and health.
New York Public Interest Research Group (NYPIRG) -- $55,000
NYPIRG lost revenue when its offices, located three blocks from the World Trade Center, were closed for more than three weeks and it couldn't fundraise or do outreach. NFF's funds helped defray this lost income. NYPIRG researches and advocates on consumer rights, government and corporate accountability, and social and environmental issues.
The New York Road Runners Club -- $25,000
The New York Road Runners Club experienced losses in income when two events it was managing were cancelled following September 11th. The Club also incurred increased expenses while producing the NYC Marathon, which required heightened security in the wake of the attacks. NFF's grant defrayed a portion of these losses and expenses. The New York Road Runners Club provides a fitness center, workshops and classes to promote the sport of running for health, recreation, and competition.
New York Scandia Symphony -- $5,000
The Symphony temporarily lost performing, recording, and office space after September 11th. A portion of the costs incurred from this disruption in business were covered by NFF's grant. The Symphony presents creative musical programs by Scandinavian and American composers.
New York State School of Industrial and Labor Relations -- $80,000
The New York State School of Industrial and Labor Relations at Cornell University had scheduled several classes to be held in the World Trade Center and World Financial Center in mid-September 2001. All of the pre-registered students were employees of American Express' and Morgan Stanley's World Trade Center and World Financial Center offices. Few of these students were able to attend either the classes or the workshops that were to be held in midtown shortly after the attacks. NFF's grant offset a portion of income losses due to decreased student enrollment and cancelled classes. The New York State School of Industrial and Labor Relations was formed to provide education and training to workers, unions, management and practitioners in the field of industrial and labor relations
New York State Tenants & Neighbors Information Service -- $16,050
For six weeks following September 11th, this organization, located three blocks south of the World Trade Center, was unable to use its offices and to bill for contracted services. NFF's grant defrayed income that was lost during this period. The organization assists tenants in publicly subsidized housing and advocates for their rights statewide.
New York Studio School of Drawing, Painting & Sculpture -- $30,000
More than a dozen out-of-town students that had registered for Fall courses at this art school in lower Manhattan withdrew their enrollment in the wake of September 11th. NFF's grant defrayed a portion of the school's permanent cash loss from lost tuition money.
NK2001-- $2,700
The cancellation of NK2001's Fall 2001 fundraiser resulted in a decrease in funding compared to years past. NFF's grant offset a portion of these losses. NK2001 promotes economic growth and social recovery in Nagorno Karabagh, a territory seeking independence from Azerbaijan, by building its cultural community and economic sustainability..
NOW Legal Defense and Education Fund -- $100,000
NOW Legal Defense and Education Fund suffered a loss in income after its "Equal Opportunity Awards Dinner," its largest annual fundraiser, generated substantially less income compared to years past. NFF's grant offset a portion of these fundraising losses. NOW Legal Defense and Education Fund fights for social and economic justice, pursuing equality for women and girls in school, family, the courts, and the workplace, through litigation, education, and public information programs.
NYC Clean Air Campaign -- $1,765
NYC Clean Air Campaign has not returned to its space downtown since the September 11th attacks due to concerns about the air quality. The Campaign has conducted an environmental assessment to check for asbestos and monitor the air and has also hired a consultant to assess further clean-up and possible relocation needs. NFF's grant defrayed a portion of these expenses. NYC Clean Air Campaign provides research and information in support of mass transit and environmental laws.
NYU Downtown Hospital -- $200,000
As the hospital closest to the World Trade Center, NYU Downtown Hospital suffered losses in patient revenue due to restricted patient access and limited phone service after September 11th. NFF's grant offset a portion of the Hospital's losses, which greatly exceeded the maximum amount available to cover 9/11 losses from other sources. NYU Downtown Hospital delivers clinical services, primary care, specialist services, community health and corporate health services to lower Manhattan.
Old Merchant's House of New York -- $42,000
Old Merchant's House of New York cancelled its annual fundraiser, scheduled to take place in early October, due to lost preparation time, a ban on street fairs, and its downtown location. The House also lost income from a decrease in admissions and membership and lost space rentals compared to years past. NFF's grant offset a portion of these losses. The Old Merchants' House of New York is maintained as an exhibit that educates the public about life in 19th Century New York and New York's transformation into a 'world city' at the center of U.S. commerce.
Opus 118 Music Center -- $8,500
Since the September 11th attacks, Opus 118 Music Center has lost revenue due to a drop in individual contributions compared to years past. The Center was also forced to cancel its "Fiddle Party" fundraiser, originally scheduled to take place in November. NFF's grant helped offset the decrease in contributions and sunk costs for the Center's fundraiser. Opus 118 Music Center provides string music education programs to underprivileged inner-city youth throughout New York City.
Parks Maintenance Corporation -- $64,800
Parks Maintenance Corporation maintains Tribeca's Washington Market Community Park. The Park's tennis and basketball courts were damaged when emergency workers used them as staging grounds in responding to the disaster. The Park had to be decontaminated after the collapse of the towers released asbestos into the air. In addition, maintenance costs for the Park are funded by revenue from a nearby parking lot, which lost revenue due to street closings and a reduction in traffic in the wake of the attacks. NFF's grant offset a portion of these losses.
Partners for Democratic Change -- $94,500
Partners for Democratic Change's office was located one block from the World Trade Center. After September 11th, its office was unusable due to damaged equipment and lack of phone and internet service. NFF's grant helped offset the cost of moving and purchasing new equipment, as well as costs associated with rescheduling a staff training event. Partners for Democratic Change is an international agency that trains local government and business leaders in Eastern Europe, South America, and the United States in conflict management and mediation.
Pearl Theatre -- $11,000
Pearl Theatre's first new show of the season was scheduled to open on September 13th. In the wake of September 11th, traffic restrictions in the area led to low attendance and ticket sales. NFF's grant helped offset Pearl Theatre's losses.
Per Scholas -- $66,000
Several companies that regularly donate equipment to Per Scholas for redistribution had offices in the World Trade Center and were forced to delay their donations in an effort to cut costs. Per Scholas has since had to buy computers in order to meet the growing demand of its ongoing program. NFF's grant defrayed a portion of the cost of obtaining new computers. Per Scholas reconditions and cleans computers for redistribution to other nonprofit organizations, schools, and low-income families, as well as disposing of computers in an environmentally responsible way and providing computer training to inner-city residents coming off welfare.
The Posse Foundation -- $10,275
After the WTC attacks, The Posse Foundation incurred a variety of extraordinary expenses ranging from environmental testing and cleaning of its offices to purchasing software to backup its data files. In addition, materials sent to a nearby copy shop were never processed because of the attacks and had to be recreated by Foundation staff. NFF's grant offset a portion of these losses. The Posse Foundation runs a university, career, and scholarship program and recruits and trains public high school students with extraordinary academic and leadership potential that may be overlooked by the traditional college selection process.
The Prabhupada Sankirtan Society/Hare Krishna Food Relief -- $600
The Prabhupada Sankirtan Society, Hare Krishna Food Relief suffered a loss in contributed income and incurred extra expense to feed an increased number of homeless people following the World Trade Center attacks. NFF's grant offset a portion of these sunk costs. The Prabhupada Sankirtan Society, Hare Krishna Food Relief provides hot, nutritious vegetarian meals to hungry people twice weekly on the Lower East Side.
Professional Business Institute -- $61,500
The Professional Business Institute suffered losses in tuition income due to a surge in absences following September 11th. NFF's grant offset a portion of these losses. Professional Business Institute provides training primarily in computerized bookkeeping, word processing, and clerical duties.
The Project for Psychiatric Outreach to the Homeless -- $38,000
The Project for Psychiatric Outreach to the Homeless' offices were located in Trinity Church, two blocks from the World Trade Center. Following the attacks, the organization had its offices tested for asbestos and cleaned after its Board President became ill while inspecting them. The Project also had to rent storage space, new office supplies, and incurred telephone charges while operating out of employees' homes before its building re-opened in December. Eventually, for health reasons, the organization decided to vacate its offices, and had to pay moving costs and replace office supplies and equipment. NFF's grant defrayed a portion of these expenses. The Project for Psychiatric Outreach to the Homeless provides psychiatric services to the mentally ill homeless at neighborhood-based social service agencies throughout New York City.
Project Samaritan Health Services -- $25,000
Transportation difficulties after September 11th caused a shortfall in regular client visits to Project Samaritan's health clinics, which led to a drop in Medicaid fee-for-service reimbursements. NFF's grant helped offset this loss. Project Samaritan treats primarily HIV-positive patients and recovering substance abusers.
Psychotherapy & Spirituality Institute -- $40,700
Dust and debris from the September 11th attacks covered the Psychotherapy & Spirituality Institute's offices, ruining furniture, its library, and other equipment. The organization had to relocate temporarily, requiring the installation of new phone service and transportation of records. In addition, declining Fall 2001 clinical revenues strained the Institute's ability to cover overhead expenses. NFF's grant offset the income losses, furnishing and refurbishing, and a portion of relocation costs. Psychotherapy & Spirituality Institute is a pastoral psychotherapy center that provides psychotherapy, counseling, mediation, and psychiatric services.
The Puerto Rican Family Institute -- $10,200
By September 11 2001, The Puerto Rican Family Institute had already designed, printed, and mailed invitations and raffle tickets for its annual Community Excellence Awards fundraiser scheduled for October. NFF funds helped offset a portion of its losses in income when the event was cancelled in light of the attacks. The Puerto Rican Family Institute provides mental health treatment, crisis intervention, foster care placement prevention, residential care and education to prevent family disintegration and enhance the self-sufficiency of the Latino community.
Puerto Rican Legal Defense and Education Fund -- $158,000
September 11th forced the Puerto Rican Legal Defense and Education Fund to postpone its annual banquet and forfeit its deposit on the event space. New costs were incurred in preparing for the delayed event, which raised less money than expected due to lower attendance. In addition, The Fund began a new program, Project Ayuda, which provides translation services at the Worth Street Family Assistance Center for people affected by September 11th. NFF's grant covered a portion of fundraising losses, funding to start Project Ayuda, and all sunk banquet costs. The Fund promotes and protects the civil and human rights of the Puerto Rican and wider Latino community.
Quality Services for the Autism Community -- $17,800
Due to transportation difficulties, public school closings, and disruption in the community, Quality Services for the Autism Community (QSAC) was unable to provide services to clients who had already scheduled appointments for the week of September 11th. The organization incurred extra expense when it provided emergency services the day of the attacks. QSAC's fundraiser also generated less revenue than in years past. NFF's grant helped offset these losses. Quality Services for the Autism Community is dedicated to providing direct services to persons with autism or PDD (pervasive developmental disorder) and their families throughout New York City, helping these children and adults lead more productive, fulfilled lives.
Queens County Farm Museum -- $50,000
The Museum lost income after public and private schools cancelled trips in the wake of the September 11th attacks. NFF's grant offset a portion of these losses. Queens County Farm Museum's mission is to preserve the only remaining vestige of New York City's agricultural landscape through educational programs, special events, lectures, exhibits and workshops.
Rainforest Alliance -- $80,000
Rainforest Alliance had to cancel its annual "Rainforest Alliance Benefit Concert" when it was unable to book performing artists who were busy with September 11th-related events. The organization has also suffered loss from a decrease in individual contributions since the attacks. NFF's grant offset a portion of these income losses. Rainforest Alliance conducts education and research in defense of the planet, and works in partnership with business, government, and local peoples on such issues as deforestation, biodiversity, and worker welfare.
Riant Theatre -- $30,000
Riant Theatre, whose work focuses on Afro-American culture and history, is located three blocks south of Canal Street and 10 blocks north of Ground Zero. Its "September's Sensational Showcase," a festival of 62 performances of 18 different shows, was scheduled to begin on September 11th and run every day through September 30th. Because of its location in a restricted area, Riant had to cancel the festival. NFF's contribution helped cover costs spent in preparation for the event and a portion of lost revenue from ticket sales.
The River Project -- $10,848
The River Project scheduled its first annual fundraiser and a special event to take place the week of September 11th, both of which had to be cancelled. With its regular phone service disrupted, the organization has had to use cell phones to conduct operations since the attacks. Diminished resources forced the organization to release some animals from its estuarium into the wild. In addition, The Project experienced a decrease in fees of from its internship program and field trips. NFF's grant offset a portion of the cost of replacing specimens for the estuarium and lost revenue from interns and field trips, as well as costs of cancelled events and cell phone service. The River Project is a private, nonprofit marine biology field station dedicated to the protection and restoration of wildlife through research, education, and hands-on programs in urban ecology.
Seafarers and International House -- $53,000
Seafarers and International House suffered a loss in earned income when reservations were canceled and. guests did not stay as planned in the week following September 11th. Thereafter, the House's occupancy and average daily also declined. NFF's grant defrayed lost revenue from cancellations and a portion of losses from diminished capacity and rates. Seafarers and International House is dedicated to the welfare and special needs of seafarers and sojourners, offering pastoral care, counsel. Advocacy, lodging, support, worship, and education.
Shalom Task Force -- $1,200
Due to office damage and poor air quality, the Shalom Task Force was forced to temporarily relocate to its Brooklyn office following the September 11th attacks. NFF's grant offset costs related to the move. The Shalom Task Force seeks to prevent domestic violence by providing a telephone hotline and workshops to abused women.
The Skyscraper Museum -- $3,000
The Skyscraper Museum was forced to relocate since its space, located a few blocks from Ground Zero, was converted into an emergency center in the wake of September 11th. NFF's grant defrayed the cost of relocating the Museum to temporary space and mailing out announcements of the Museum's new location and revised fall schedule. The Skyscraper Museum is devoted to the study of high-rise buildings, past, present, and future.
Skyshapers Fitness Foundation -- $10,000
In the months after September 11th, Skyshapers Fitness Foundation courses were cancelled for children, parents and teachers in downtown Manhattan. NFF's grant defrayed a portion of this loss in earned income. Skyshapers conducts personal success seminars, private coaching sessions, and motivational tools to empower children to articulate, organize, and achieve their goals.
Society for the Educational Arts/Sociedad Educativa de las Artes, Inc. -- $17,000
Following the September 11th attacks, The Society for the Educational Arts lost income when travel restrictions and Board of Education Cuts decreased the availability of the fee-for-service arts education programs it operates in the NYC school system. The Society also lost box office revenue from its puppet and children's theater. NFF's grant defrayed a portion of these losses. The Society for the Educational Arts is a nonprofit, Hispanic, bilingual arts-in-education organization located on the Lower East Side.
Staten Island Institute of Arts & Sciences -- $14,000
Staten Island Institute of Arts & Sciences usually serves 45,000 students a year, including many from Brooklyn and lower Manhattan. School trips to the Museum were cancelled in the weeks following September 11th due to security concerns and traffic problems. The Museum also experienced reduced store sales, contributions, and overall visitors compared to the previous year. NFF's grant helped offset a portion of lost income from these sources. The Museum enriches cultural life on Staten Island by offering adult and children's educational programs, exhibitions, and research opportunities.
Thirteen -- $95,000
The September 11th attacks caused The Educational Broadcasting Corporation (TV's Thirteen/WNET) to experience sizable losses of over $34,000,000, which include the loss of its transmission service on top of the World Trade Center. In response to the attacks, Thirteen produced a program insert to inform its viewers about how it had been impacted by the tragedy. To continue broadcasting its programming, Thirteen arranged to pay WNYE for use of its airtime. NFF's grant defrayed these extraordinary expenses. Thirteen provides arts, history, nature and news programming on public television.
Three-Legged Dog -- $6,350
This organization lost its space and equipment when 7 World Trade Center collapsed across the street. NFF provided funds to replace databases, computers, and other equipment. The experimental media and theater group produces original works in theater, performance, and media, including works using digital technology.
TransitCenter -- $25,000
Housed in 2 World Trade Center, TransitCenter incurred expense to continue to conduct business, including the cost of cell phones, temporary offices, and reprinting of stationery. NFF's grant defrayed a portion of these expenses. TransitCenter promotes the conservation of natural resources and the reduction of traffic congestion and combats pollution.
Transportation Alternatives -- $2,600
After the City banned street fairs following the September 11th attacks, Transportation Alternatives was forced to cancel its annual street fair fundraiser. NFF's grant offset a portion of the losses incurred. Through advocacy, technical advice, and education, Transportation Alternatives works to create calmer neighborhood streets and better bicycling, walking, and public transit.
The Union of Orthodox Rabbis of the United States and Canada -- $1,550
After the September 11th attacks, The Union of Orthodox Rabbis of the United States and Canada, located below Canal Street on the Lower East Side, experienced a decline in fee-based income compared to previous years. NFF's grant defrayed a portion of these losses. The Union of Orthodox Rabbis of the United States and Canada provides social, religious, and fee-based services for the Jewish community.
United Seamen's Service -- $11,200
Previously headquartered at 1 World Trade Center, United Seamen's Service lost its entire office in the terrorist attacks. It was forced to find temporary office space as well as replace its accounting program and financial records with the help of outside consultants. NFF's grant defrayed a portion of the losses related to relocating and rebuilding financial records. Through eleven domestic and international centers, United Seamen's Service provides a variety of services to promote the welfare of seafarers and all those engaged in the maritime industry.
United States Servas -- $5,800
United States Servas suffered losses as travel declined and its number of clients dropped in the months following September 11th. NFF's grant offset a portion of these losses. United States Servas promotes the appreciation of cultural differences through home stays and experiences in hosts' communities.
Visiting Neighbors -- $7,500
As a result of September 11th, Visiting Neighbors was forced to cancel its October 12, 2001 street fair. The organization also experienced losses in contributed income as a result of regular contributors redirecting their funds to 9/11-related causes. NFF's grant defrayed a portion of these losses in income. Visiting Neighbors helps older adults alleviate loneliness and isolation, providing mental stimulation and emotional security, and encouraging physical independence.
Walk to End Domestic Violence -- $15,750
The Walk's annual revenue is entirely derived from its annual walkathon, which aims to raise awareness and to advocate for victims of domestic violence. Originally scheduled to take place in October in Battery Park, the walkathon was canceled by the City. NFF's grant helped cover costs spent in preparation for the event.
WE CAN, NY-- $46,600
Located in the World Trade Center, We Can's 400-bin donation center, which consisted of recycling receptacles for people to donate bottles and cans, was destroyed in the building's collapse. Its redemption center also experienced a drop in the number of homeless people who redeemed bottles and cans in the fall of 2001, compared to years past. NFF's grant defrayed a portion of lost income from the donation center and redemption center. We Can provides employment, health, and social services to the homeless.
WNYC -- $325,000
Before September 11th, WNYC, New York City's public radio station, had 1 million listeners tuning in weekly for its informational, musical and cultural programming. The station's antennae were destroyed when the WTC collapsed, and temporary facilities have since allowed WNYC to reach only 35% of its usual audience. NFF's grant helped offset the cost of upgrading its broadcasting power by constructing and leasing new antenna and related space in Times Square.
Women's Housing and Economic Development Corporation (WHEDCO) -- $48,250
Due to transportation difficulties and lack of phone service after the World Trade Center attacks, Women's Housing and Economic Development Corporation (WHEDCO) had to cancel two workshops scheduled for September and October 2001. Its Workforce Development Program, a job training and placement service, was also disrupted due to lack of computer service after September 11th, resulting in a loss of revenue. Six upscale events that WHEDCO's Urban Horizons Food Company was to cater were cancelled. NFF's grant offset a portion of these losses. WHEDCO is dedicated to the economic advancement of low-income women and their families.
Young Adult Institute - National Institute for People with Disabilities (YAI-NIPD) -- $68,000
Young Adult Institute ran at maximum capacity in the days following the attacks, having staff on hand in anticipation of handling a full client load. However, in the weeks immediately following September 11th, transportation disruptions resulted in decreased client and home visits, and the organization lost income. NFF's grant defrayed a portion of staff overtime costs and losses in earned income for YAI's Manhattan-based offices. Young Adult Institute strives to build brighter futures for people with developmental and learning disabilities and their families, providing health, educational, and job training programs. It has over 200 service locations throughout the New York metropolitan area..
Youth Service Opportunities Project -- $12,200
Youth Service Opportunities Project organizes workcamps where students spend a weekend, a week or a day providing direct service to soup kitchens, drop-in centers, clothing banks, furniture distribution centers, and recreational programs for homeless children. The organization incurred extra expenses in order to hold a September 14 workcamp despite difficulties created by the September 11th attacks. The Project also lost income when several workcamps were cancelled, shortened, or experienced a drop in participants. NFF's grant defrayed a portion of these losses.
YWCA of Brooklyn -- $18,500
After the September 11th attacks, YWCA of Brooklyn lost income due to reduced sales of fitness plans and rental income from a decline in tenants. NFF's grant offset part of these losses. YWCA of Brooklyn has provided educational and recreational programs to a racially and economically diverse population since its inception in 1888, and continues to fight for social justice and change. Its mission is to empower women and girls to eliminate racism and sexism.
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