City & State NY: Ending homelessness, one person at a time
There are more than an estimated 4,100 unhoused persons living on the streets of New York City, according to the most recent federally-mandated Homeless Outreach Population Estimate survey. Nonprofit Urban Pathways, entering its 50th year in operation, is dedicated to eradicating street homelessness, one person at a time. Through its array of outreach, support and housing services, Urban Pathways helps some of the most vulnerable New Yorkers find a safe place to live and rebuild their lives.
Just ahead of the organization’s annual “Homeless Persons’ Memorial Day” event last Wednesday, in conjunction with Care For the Homeless, CEO Frederick Shack spoke with New York Nonprofit Media about what it means to create pathways to a better life for the homeless community.