Food Bank For New York City is partnering with NYCHA’s Office of Resident Economic Empowerment and Sustainability (REES) to offer FREEtax prep services to NYCHA public housing residents and NYCHA Section 8 voucher holders through the Virtual Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. These tax prep services are fast, free, local and available to anyone earning $55,000 per year or less.  

NYCHA, in partnership with HPD and local non-profit organizations, has made great progress in connecting residents to home ownership opportunities through initiatives such as the Small Homes Rehab Program. Congrats to first time homeowners Nripesh Das and Shukla Deb!

Job Corps is a free education and vocational training program. NYCHA residents are encouraged to apply to learn a trade, earn a high school diploma or GED/TASC. Program participants are paid a monthly allowance and receive job placement services, as well as career counseling and transition support for its graduates. Meet Career Counselors, take community college classes and participate in work-based learning experiences!