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Youth Services

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Stability Starts With Support

For young people experiencing homelessness, we provide access to safe housing and consistent support.

Our Youth Support Services provide transitional housing and a 24/7 drop-in center where youth can access life-saving resources to help cope with and resolve the everyday challenges they face.

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    350 Youth Served Annually

    Providing consistent support to young people navigating homelessness.

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    70,000+ Meals Provided Each Year

    Ensuring youth have reliable access to nutrition.

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    45–50 Youth Placed into Permanent Housing Annually

    Supporting young people as they transition to stable, independent living.

How We Support Staten Island’s Youth

Project Hospitality’s Youth Services provide on-site case management designed to help young people build independence and long-term stability.

Services We Provide:

Through on-site case management, youth receive:

  • Basic life skills training

  • Educational programs

  • Vocational training and referrals

  • Job placement assistance

  • Counseling and mental health services

  • Housing referrals and placement

  • Family reunification assistance, when appropriate

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A Person-Centered Approach

Project Hospitality’s Youth Services team follows a person-centered approach that meets young people where they are. We recognize the impact of trauma and work to provide support in a way that promotes stability while actively avoiding retraumatization.

Within a structured environment, members build the confidence to navigate challenges and develop the skills needed to live independently.

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Finding Success Through Support

For many young people, access to stable housing and consistent guidance can change the trajectory of their lives.

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From Instability to Independence

One participant in the Transitional Independent Living program set a goal to pursue a Master’s degree in Statistical Sciences. During his time in the program, he remained focused on his education while building the stability needed to succeed.

He successfully completed his degree, secured full-time employment with the New York City Board of Education, and now lives independently in his own apartment.

Stories like this reflect how access to housing, guidance, and support can help young people move from instability toward long-term independence and success.

Have any questions about our youth services?

Email Youth@ProjectHospitality.org.

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Building a Path to Independence

Access to safe housing, guidance, and support can shape a young person’s future. Your generosity ensures youth experiencing homelessness have the resources and opportunities they need to build stability and move toward independent living.

Help youth experiencing homelessness receive the coordinated care they need.

Get Involved

Interested in building a career that makes a direct impact in Staten Island communities? Explore opportunities with Project Hospitality.

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