Nonprofit Westchester Welcomes New Members to its Community

Nonprofit Westchester (NPW) is proud to welcome 18 new nonprofit and business members, and 3 new sponsors, which include Sam’s of Gedney Way, National Advertising & Printing Corp, and The NICO Consulting, Inc. In addition, M&T Bank and Westchester Medical Center have increased their support to a funders sponsor level.

“We are excited to welcome our new nonprofit and business members whose combined expertise and experience will fortify NPW and its mission to strengthen Westchester’s nonprofit sector,” said Jan Fisher, Executive Director of Nonprofit Westchester. “NPW is proud to partner with Westchester Medical Center, M&T Bank, Sam’s of Gedney Way, and National Advertising & Printing Corp, who believe in supporting the nonprofit sector because they understand that when the nonprofit sector thrives our communities and economies thrive.”

NPW President Richard Nightingale, CEO of Westhab stressed, “The nonprofit sector employs 20% of the workforce, and nonprofit organizations, from the arts to aging and everywhere in between, fortify our community for all people. We are so proud of the work Nonprofit Westchester does to strengthen these vital agencies.”

New Nonprofit Members:

Center for Justice Innovation works with communities and justice systems to advance equity, increase safety, and help individuals and communities thrive. Their work touches all stages of the justice system, from arrest through reintegration into the community. (New York City)

4 A BETTER WESTCHESTER + NYS ASSOCIATION, INC.’s is a not-for-profit based in Croton-on-Hudson, NY, dedicated to improving the quality of life in Westchester County and throughout NY State by working with elected officials at the federal, state, county, and local levels to improve services provided by those governments, and by encouraging and developing tourism in NYS. (Croton-on-Hudson, NY)

Concerts in Motion is a New York City-based 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization. Since 2009, they have brought personalized live music and engagement to older adults, veterans, individuals with disabilities, individuals with mental illness, individuals experiencing housing and food insecurity, and hospitalized patients of all ages. (New York City)

Fancy's Girls Class Inc. is committed to providing opportunities and support to empower girls aged 8-18 living in underserved neighborhoods in The Bronx, Northern Manhattan & Westchester County. Our mission is to inspire confidence, leadership, and resilience in girls, equipping them with the skills and resources they need to succeed academically, personally, and professionally. (White Plains, NY)

Manhattanville University is a private liberal arts institution, rooted in a rich history of academic excellence and innovative programs. With more than 55 undergraduate programs, 70 graduate programs, and a doctoral program, they empower every student to cultivate their intellectual curiosity, sharpen their critical thinking skills, and strive for a more just world. (Purchase, NY)

Journeys to Change is a nonprofit organization with a mission to move people to another place in their understanding of people, places, and history by getting close to the past, hearing unfiltered narratives, and interacting with local people through volunteer experiences. Their goal is to inspire and empower people to take action and get involved in their community and beyond.

PrideWorks is a nonprofit organization dedicated to informing communities about the realities of growing up gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender, and to inspire them to respect and support LGBTQ people and to advocate for positive change. Prideworks was organized to produce an annual conference for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer/questioning (LGBTQ) youth, their allies, and the adults in their lives. (White Plains, NY)

Break the Hold’s mission is to educate, advocate, & develop an action plan to promote mental health & raise awareness about depression & its effects in our schools & communities.

Rivertowns Playhouse: The Official Theater Wing of the Center for Independent Productions, Inc. (CIP) was founded in 1980 as a 501(c)(3) organization. CIP’s mission is to produce, direct, distribute, and raise funds for theater and documentary films that have explore social, educational, and historical subjects. (Irvington, NY)

Bridges is a community-based, peer-driven, cross-disability, not-for-profit organization dedicated to advocacy and leadership on behalf of people with disabilities. (West Nyack, NY)

The Energy Justice Law & Policy Center, or EJLPC, is an energy justice law and policy firm and think tank. They work with local communities to address harms caused by energy systems while catalyzing a just clean power transition. (New Rochelle, NY)

New Business Members:

Aflac supplemental insurance policies offer a full suite of products for individuals, families, and businesses. Their policies help with everything from routine preventative care to critical illnesses.

Focus on Good is an organization based in Westchester with a mission to visually amplify the work of nonprofits and NGOs dedicated to promoting the well-being of others both in times of crisis and in everyday life. (Westchester County, NY)

Real HR Solutions’ mission is to provide customized, high-quality, and efficient HR services that help their clients be successful in meeting their organizational goals and objectives and fostering a culture of engagement and productivity. (New York, NY)

DigitalDancer Social Media & Influencer Mgmt, founded by Chloe Wareham-Gordon—a professional dancer turned social media maestra—specializes in shaping and sharing captivating content for small businesses, nonprofits, and individual creators/artists across social media platforms. (Peekskill, NY)

Human Interest Inc. is an affordable, full-service 401(k) and 403(b) provider that seeks to make it easy for small and medium-sized businesses to assist their employees with investing for retirement.

Right Click Solutions provides a full range of services from email migration to fully maintaining your systems. They understand the financial burden and challenges of having a full-time, in-house computer specialist, and provide custom services to suit every budget. (Mount Kisco, NY)

The Group Forward helps organizations strategically build positive team dynamics, engaged learners and caring communities. Some call this work organizational development; we just call it moving groups forward. (Hartsdale, NY)

New Sponsors:

Sam’s of Gedney Way, established in 1932, is a modern American bistro offering refined, contemporary cuisine, warm hospitality, and dependable service. (White Plains, NY)

National Advertising & Printing Corp. is a full-service printer that has been doing business in New York City and the surrounding areas since 1923. (Rye, NY)

The NICO Consulting, Inc. (TNC) is a boutique consulting firm specializing in strategy operations, marketing and communications, personal branding and leadership development. (Mount Vernon, NY)

Increased Support:

Westchester Medical Center is a 415-bed academic hospital with a mission to provide the highest quality care for all residents of the Hudson Valley, regardless of their ability to pay, providing a network that ensures access to a coordinated continuum of care for its community. (Valhalla, NY)

M&T Bank offers a range of banking products and services including retail and commercial banking, lending, wealth management, and investment services. Their mission is to understand the individuals and the businesses in their neighborhood to create the right opportunities for the people they serve.

To learn more about new nonprofit members, business members, and sponsors, visit npwestchester.org.

About Nonprofit Westchester

Nonprofit Westchester (NPW) is Westchester’s only membership organization dedicated solely to advancing and advocating for the needs and interests of the county's nonprofit sector, the people and populations served, and the nonprofit workforce. Representing more than 300 members, NPW’s vision is to build a thriving county with vibrant nonprofits and resilient, inclusive communities that value equity and inclusion, innovation, and integrity. The mission of NPW is to strengthen Westchester’s nonprofit organizations as they transform lives, empower communities, and drive positive change. This mission and vision are strengthened through advocacy, education, and connection. To learn more about Nonprofit Westchester, visit their website at www.npwestchester.org.