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SCO’s Tara Saglimbeni Wins Excellence in Practice Award
March 17, 2021 / SCO News
Congratulations to SCO Foster Care Director Tara Saglimbeni on receiving the Excellence in Practice Award from NYC Administration for Children’s Services’ Family Permanency Services! Tara received the award for demonstrating superior practice in her field. Tara began at SCO Family of Services as a Therapeutic Family Foster Care Caseworker in…
Read MoreGarden of Dreams Donates Meals to SCO Families
January 15, 2021 / SCO News
The Garden of Dreams Foundation has partnered with SCO to combat food insecurity throughout NYC and Long Island. The Garden of Dreams Foundation, a non-profit organization that works with MSG Entertainment, MSG Sports and MSG Networks, Inc. to bring life-changing opportunities to young people in need, has donated hundreds of…
Read MoreUnited Nations Gift Drive Brings Holiday Spirit to SCO Family of Services Youth with Developmental Disabilities
December 22, 2020 / SCO News
Employees of the United Nations wanted to do something special for youth with developmental disabilities this holiday season, so they partnered with SCO Family of Services. The UN held an Employee Gift Drive to benefit the youth living in SCO’s group residential homes. SCO’s Extraordinary Needs Agency Operated Boarding Homes…
Read MoreSCO Family of Services Partners with Trinity Church Wall Street to Combat Food Insecurity in NYC
December 18, 2020 / SCO News
SCO Family of Services, a leading provider of essential human services in communities throughout New York City and Long Island, has partnered with Trinity Church Wall Street to supply 260 NYC families with groceries to help combat food insecurity. SCO has been designated as a “Compassion Market,” an expansion of…
Read MoreQueens Sorority & Fraternity Hold Toy Drive to Benefit Children in SCO Family of Services’ Foster Care
December 18, 2020 / SCO News
In an effort to support families in need in NYC, the Nu Beta Sigma Alumnae Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc., and the Gamma Rho Sigma Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. have partnered with SCO of Family Services to host a virtual Toy Drive to benefit children…
Read MoreSCO Family of Services Honored for Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
November 18, 2020 / SCO News
SCO Family of Services, a leading provider of essential human services in communities throughout New York City and Long Island, was honored by ERASE Racism at their Annual Benefit on November 17th. SCO received the Leadership Award in recognition of the organization’s strategic commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI).
Read MoreThe Rock of Escape Donate Laptops to Flushing Family Residence
November 2, 2020 / SCO News
SCO’s family shelter in Brooklyn received a generous donation of a computer lab from Rock of Escape, a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening families and assisting single parents who have become displaced and in need of a fresh start. The donation included laptops, Wi-Fi connectivity, and thumb drives to assist…
Read MoreSCO Foster Parent Wins “Outstanding LGBTQ Ally Award”
October 28, 2020 / SCO News
Congratulations to SCO foster parent Frances Miller-Stevenson on winning the New York City Administration for Children’s Services “LGBTQ Ally Award”! The award is presented each year to individuals who are committed to improving services for LGBTQ children, youth and families and advancing LGBTQ equity, inclusion, respect, and well-being. Ms. Frances…
Read MoreWendy’s Wonderful Kids® Grant Helps SCO Find Forever Families for Children in Foster Care
July 22, 2020 / SCO News
SCO Family of Services was awarded a Wendy’s Wonderful Kids renewal grant of $126,000 from the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption—the fourth year of SCO’s participation in the program. This grant will be used to continue to implement the Wendy’s Wonderful Kids Child-Focused Recruitment Model. At SCO Family of Services,…
Read MoreUnited for Brownsville Partners with Riverdale Avenue Community School and Brighter Bites to Establish Brownsville Community Food & PPE Distribution
July 22, 2020 / SCO News
United for Brownsville (UB) has partnered with Riverdale Avenue Community School and Brighter Bites to organize fresh produce and PPE distribution for approximately 600 families a week in Brownsville, Brooklyn. There are no requirements for recipients, whoever asks for help is welcome to receive goods. UB Family Advisory Board members…
Read MoreSCO Family of Services Providing Meals to New York City and Long Island Families Through a $1.2 Million Anonymous Donation
March 27, 2020 / SCO News
SCO Family of Services Partners with DoorDash to Provide Meals to Homebound New Yorkers While Supporting Local Businesses During COVID-19 Crisis. DoorDash Donates a 15% Match to Help Families and Communities in Need GLEN COVE, NY – SCO Family of Services, the region’s largest human services organization, was the recipient…
Read MoreSCO’s Harriet Downer Honored at Glen Cove Black History Month Celebration
February 18, 2020 / SCO News
Congratulations to SCO’s Harriet Downer, Accounts Payable Manager, on being honored at Glen Cove’s 4th Annual Black History Month Celebration! Harriet, along with fellow honorees Rev. Dr. Craig JJ. Wright, Sheree Collins and Damon Garner, were recognized for the profound impact they have made in the community. Hosted by former…
Read MoreUnited for Brownsville Launches Learning Landscapes in Brownsville
January 31, 2020 / SCO News
SEE US IN THE MEDIA! TV: NY1, News12, PIX11, Spectrum Noticias NY1, Univision Print/Online: The City, Brooklyn Daily Eagle, Bklyner, Chalkbeat Learning Landscapes Launches at Food Bazaar to Help Prepare Brownsville’s Youngest Children for Academic Success United for Brownsville,…
Read MoreSCO Co-Hosts Brownsville Job & Resource Fair
August 29, 2019 / SCO News
On August 8th, SCO Family of Services partnered with Brooklyn Workforce Innovations, CUNY Kingsborough and Community Solutions to host the Brownsville Job & Resource Fair at the Gregory Jackson Center in Brownsville, Brooklyn. The fair, which was held from 4-7pm to accommodate working adults seeking better opportunities, provided local residents…
Read MoreSCO Family of Services Recognized by Brooklyn Defender Services for Helping Fathers in Brooklyn Reconnect with Their Families
July 16, 2019 / SCO News
Brooklyn Defenders Services honored SCO for their comprehensive Fatherhood Program that provides support and parenting classes to fathers in Brownsville, Bed-Stuyvesant and East New York. Brooklyn Defender Services honored SCO Family of Services for the success and widespread influence of its Fatherhood Program. The award was accepted by Fatherhood…
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