Striving Forward in 2024: The Need is Great, We Need You

Since SACSS opened in 2000, we have become a trusted, stalwart source for South Asian and other immigrant communities in New York City. In 2023, we served 220,000 people — our highest number to date — through our various programs and services.

We have helped 2,950 individuals enroll in health insurance, 1,845 individuals sign up for public benefits, conducted 895 mental health screenings, and provided 16,500 senior services through our Senior Center. Our culturally palatable Food Pantry has served 1,700 families (6,800 individuals per week), and the numbers continue to grow.

Everyday, we meet community members striving to feed their families, pay their bills, stay healthy, and prosper in a daunting economic climate with severe and ongoing job losses.

The need is high. And we need you.

In 2024, with your help, we are seeking to expand our services to meet the growing and changing needs of our community. Please donate today to help us meet our ambitious programming plans for 2024, including:

• The new Women’s Economic Independence Program that will help at least 60 women gain independence while working from home, each year. Projected cost $250,000/year.
• Expanding SACSS Mental Health Counseling Program to include counseling with mental health professionals in three languages, to offer three times as many clients the compassionate support they need. Projected cost $300,000 in 2024.
• Increasing and diversifying Senior Center Program. Projected cost for increase: $100,000 in 2024.
• Growing our culturally palatable food pantry and grocery delivery services. Projected cost $1 Million.

Help us make 2024 the biggest year ever for SACSS and our community. No amount is too large or small! Thank you for your generous support.