Educational Alliance

Last month, a group of public school students, who are in Educational Alliance's afterschool programs throughout Lower Manhattan, came together to play in their soccer league’s very first tourname... Last month, a group of public school students, who are in Educational Alliance's afterschool programs throughout Lower Manhattan, came together to play in their soccer league’s very first tourname...

EA afterschool program participants recently marked the start of a new soccer league’s very first tournament. For students who don’t have easy access to enrichment programs, this was not just a game, it's an opportunity to learn the value of teamwork and build confidence. Watch: tinyurl.com/4yafd2k7

We must address this crisis in order to meet the needs of our older New Yorkers. Read the full report to learn more: assets.nationbuilder.com/unhny/pages/...

Older adults across NYC are facing rising food insecurity and economic stability, putting a greater demand on the city’s congregate meals programs, according to a new report by
@unhny.bsky.social. EA's programs are seeing the same increase in demand and we are serving more older adults every year.

Happy Pride Month! We are firm believers in the power of art as expression, and we're excited to share a sneak peek of 14Y’s Pride Gallery Exhibit. Come by the 14Y lobby to see a diverse collection of arts that celebrates Pride Month through art that explores belonging, identity, and connection!

EA is proud to be a part of creating a more inclusive New York City! At a press conference announcing "The Wheel Deal," our Senior Advocacy Leadership Team member Bill gave a moving speech that called new senior discounts for Citi Bike is "another step towards including older adults in society."

A strong community support network is crucial to thriving as we age. We’re proud to serve older New Yorkers at our Naturally Occurring Retirement Community, which offers opportunities for creative expression and connection with arts and social programs. Learn more at mannycantor.org/co-op-villag...

At our annual We The People gala on May 7, we honored community leaders David and Courtney Levi and Dr. Merryl H. Tisch, enjoyed a moving performance by Broadway singer Julie Benko, and celebrated the generosity of our trustees and friends who help us make a difference with transformative programs.

Tapping Together: Educational Alliance President and CEO Rich Baum Interviews Laurianne and Rimona Watch the video to learn more about Educational Alliance's intergenerational tap dance program at 14Y's Sirovich Center for Balanced Living.

Join us in celebrating Older Americans Month and our annual CelebratEArts Festival! We continue our tradition of celebrating older New Yorkers with many programs, including intergenerational tap classes that bridge the generational divide and connect dancers like Laurianne and Rimona: bit.ly/3GGEA94

At our Center for Recovery and Wellness we are proud to offer holistic community support. This includes our Community Food Program which is supported by CRW clients in recovery who build purpose and foster connections as they give back to their community. Learn more at edalliance.org/community-ce...

These 16 Jewish businesses are redefining Orchard Street for a new era - Jewish Telegraphic Agency The former home of pushcarts, pickle peddlers and textile wholesalers welcomes a new crop of Jewish spots to the Lower East Side street.

As a century-long institution of the LES, EA is lucky to be part of a neighborhood where culture, history, and community thrive. Check out this new @jta.org article spotlighting 16 Jewish businesses that honor the LES heritage and build new connections for the future: www.jta.org/2025/04/17/n...

The line between housed and unhoused is thinner than we think. Eliza Shapiro’s @nytimes.com article shows why we need stronger safety nets for the most vulnerable. EA is proud help create stronger support networks in NY. Read more: nytimes.com/2025/04/08/nyregion/homeless-shelters-new-york-city.html

EA's Art School has given New Yorkers space to explore artistic expression for over 100 years, empowering countless artists – including legendary painter Mark Rothko and sculptors Chaim Gross and Louise Nevelson – to develop creativity in community. Learn more at mannycantor.org/art/

EA is committed to helping communities thrive. At our Manny Cantor Center’s Askwith Kenner Family Resource Center, we’re proud to offer social work services and tailored wellness programs designed to meet our community’s unique needs across generations. Learn more at mannycantor.org/resourcecent...

At our Sirovich Center for Balanced Living, we celebrate life-long learning and self-care with a variety of adult classes including ceramics, theater, tai chi, and more. Join a class and check it out for yourself! Visit www.14streety.org/adult-progra... to learn more.

Community support and public resources are more important than ever. In his latest op-ed, EA President and CEO Rich Baum discusses how settlement houses can meet this moment and help create places to flourish in this time of upheaval. Read all about it at edalliance.org/our-impact-2...