Ways to Give
Thanks to the ongoing generosity of friends and partners, SCO Family of Services is transforming the lives of 50,000 New Yorkers each year. Join us in our important work. Your financial support will help build strong families and vibrant communities. There are so many meaningful ways to get involved.
Donate to SCO
Your support helps us provide life-changing services year-round to empower New Yorkers across NYC and Long Island. Donate online now.
To make a gift by mail, please make checks payable/mail to: SCO Family of Services, 1415 Kellum Place, Suite 140, Garden City, NY 11530.
Create Your Legacy Through a Planned Gift
Charitable gifts help you meet your current philanthropic goals and extend your generosity well into the future. But did you know that a planned gift can also protect your assets, provide for your family, and guarantee you income for life? You can even make a significant impact through a gift that costs nothing in your lifetime (through a charitable bequest under your will). Learn more.
Tributes
Make a donation in honor or memory of a loved one. Having a birthday party or special occasion? Ask your guests and loved ones to support your charity of choice with a donation to SCO in lieu of presents.
Gifts at Work
Payroll Deductions – speak with your employer about having a percentage of your paycheck automatically deducted to support SCO Family of Services.
Matching Gifts – double your impact! Find out if your company matches gifts in order to double your donation.
In-Kind Giving
SCO Family of Services maintains a vibrant in-kind program to aid both our residential and non-residential clients. We welcome a diverse range of donations, spanning from seasonal clothing for all ages, bedding sets, towels, personal hygiene products, gifts suitable for teenagers, school supplies, toys, diapers, and beyond.
Shop on your own, visit our registries (click the links below), or purchase gift cards (Target, Amazon, Walmart, Bath & Body Works, Starbuck’s, Dunkin’, restaurants, etc.)
Target Registry
Amazon Registry
Walmart Registry
Please contact us for donation ideas at [email protected].
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We shelter
5,200
youth, adults and children
88%
of young adults in foster care (18+) are enrolled in school or working