Hope For Youth

HFY Happenings

5th of November 2021

Wendy’s Wonderful Kids

As this month is National Adoption Awareness month, we’d like to share a few words about one of our programs, Wendy’s Wonderful Kids. The Dave Thomas Foundation, through their signature program, Wendy’s Wonderful Kids, supports the hiring of adoption professionals, known as recruiters, who are dedicated to…


2nd of November 2021

What is National Adoption Month?

National Adoption Month is exactly what it sounds like – a month to bring adoption to the forefront:

To educate others about the adoption process.
To bring awareness to the need for more adoptive families, especially for teens. …


15th of October 2021

National Hispanic Heritage Month

Hispanic Heritage Month is coming to a close as we wind down celebrating the culture and contributions of Americans tracing their roots to Spain, Mexico, Central America, South America and the Spanish-speaking nations of the Caribbean. The observance was born in 1968 when Congress authorized the president…


12th of October 2021

Babylon Village Youth Project

How awesome is this no-sew blanket. Made by youth participating in the Babylon Village Youth Project, …


9th of October 2021

Kiwanis Club Support

Our community partner, Amityville Kiwanis Club, recently made a donation to Hope For Youth. Their continued support is greatly appreciated! Featured below is Dr. David Hegarty, HFY’s CEO, and Richard Licari, Treasurer of Amityville Kiwanis. Thank you Amityville Kiwanis!


7th of October 2021

The Holidays Will Be Here Soon

If interested in playing a role in our Hope For The Holidays drive, please contact tparchment@hfyny.org or call 631-782-6574. Many opportunities are available for those…


4th of October 2021

2021 Run For Hope is a Wrap

October 2nd arrived and it was a beautiful, sunny day. The Run was a success; A good turnout of runners/walkers with the weather cooperating and a team of volunteers working to ensure the event went smoothly. Thank you to Elite Feats, the timing company that worked the…


10th of September 2021

Learn about foster care!

Want to learn more from out Homefinder? Watch the video!v=KHcH1RZh3WEhttps://youtu.be/KHcH1RZh3WE


31st of August 2021

Become A Foster Parent

Hundreds of youth across Long Island are in need of love and care. Be the one to make a difference in their lives! Become a foster parent. If you would like to learn more about fostering, please contact Tina at tbasile@hfyny.org or call 631-813-9572

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26th of August 2021

A Donation of LOVE via Essentials for Youth!

Thank you to Maryann, Francine and their extended network for 100 backpacks and 100 duffle bags for youth in the HFY programs. Our youth are able to start the new school year with wonderful items that will inspire their education efforts!