Community Service Society of New York

Community Service Society of New York CSS works with and for New Yorkers to promote economic opportunity and champion an equitable city and state. Join us by visiting www.cssny.org.

A STRONG NEW YORK IS AN EQUITABLE NEW YORK. Every New Yorker, across income levels, race and ethnicity, and background, shares similar goals. We all want economic well-being, the ability to exercise our rights, and to live with dignity. The Community Service Society of New York (CSS) has worked with and for New Yorkers since 1843 to promote economic opportunity and champion an equitable city and state. We center the voices and experiences of communities of color and people facing economic insecurity, striving to create a more secure future. Through a strategic combination of data-driven research, direct services, and people-driven advocacy, we ensure New Yorkers have the power to create change in their lives and the life of our city and state. Our programs, policy analysis, legal advocacy, and campaigns expand access to health care, safe and affordable housing, employment opportunities, consumer debt assistance, and more—making a tangible difference in the lives of millions. We work with a broad coalition of New Yorkers—from community members, activists, and volunteers to government officials and grassroots organizations—to fight for what matters most, especially to those striving to make ends meet. Our collective victories, like stronger tenant protections, paid sick and family leave for working New Yorkers, and one of the strongest “ban the box” laws in the nation, pave the way for lasting change. We won’t stop until New York is a place where those most impacted by injustice have a fair chance to not only survive, but thrive. Join us in powering a more equitable New York by visiting cssny.org.

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Gloria Steinem. A pioneering journalist, author, and organizer, she devoted her...
09/03/2026

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Gloria Steinem. A pioneering journalist, author, and organizer, she devoted her life to advancing equality and elevating the voices of working people.

CSS was honored to have Gloria lend her voice to campaigns that expanded protections for working New Yorkers. She supported the effort to enact New York City's Paid Sick Days law and later joined advocates in the campaign to win New York State's Paid Family Leave program.

This photo was taken during the Paid Family Leave campaign. Gloria Steinem is pictured fifth from left, alongside former CSS Vice President Nancy Rankin, first from left; Donna Dolan of the NY Paid Leave Coalition, third from left; and Sherry Leiwant of A Better Balance, fourth from left.

We are grateful for Gloria's support of these efforts and for the role she played in helping build momentum for these important protections.

We extend our condolences to her family, friends, and all those mourning her loss.

Gothamist highlights new CSS research on how New Yorkers earning less than $50,000 manage their finances amid rising cos...
09/01/2026

Gothamist highlights new CSS research on how New Yorkers earning less than $50,000 manage their finances amid rising costs and stagnant wages.

The article examines the financial decisions people weigh, their experience navigating banking systems, and the trade-offs they make in their daily lives. Participants described prioritizing rent, utilities, and childcare before determining what, if anything, remained for savings or other expenses. But good financial decisions have limits when incomes don’t keep pace with the cost of basic needs.

Read the full story at the link below!

08/21/2026

Many New Yorkers who no longer qualify for health insurance under the Essential Plan are facing a difficult reality: finding new health coverage or risking going without insurance. For many families, higher premiums mean choosing between paying for health insurance and paying for rent, groceries, and utility bills.

Community Service Society of New York is here to help. Our Helpline can answer your questions, check your eligibility, and help you find affordable coverage before the enrollment deadline.

📞 Call CSS at (888) 614-5400.

How can you make a difference? Join the Community Service Society of New York for An Evening for Equity. This special ev...
08/20/2026

How can you make a difference? Join the Community Service Society of New York for An Evening for Equity. This special evening will bring together a vibrant community of New Yorkers who share our commitment to building a more equitable future for all.

🎟️ Get your ticket today at cssny.org/Equity2026.

This year, we are proud to honor:
✨ The Honorable Kirsten E. Gillibrand, United States Senator for New York
✨ Mark A. Willis, Senior Policy Fellow, NYU Furman Center and CSS Board Chair Emeritus

In recognition of their years of leadership and dedication to expanding opportunity and strengthening communities across New York.

At CSS, we believe economic security is a human right. Every ticket supports our advocacy, research, and policy work to advance equitable solutions on housing, health care, public transit, workers' rights, and other issues that shape New Yorkers' everyday lives.

📅 October 15, 2026
🕕 5:30 -8:00 PM
📍 Prince George Ballroom, 15 East 27th Street, New York, NY
🍸 Cocktails & light fare

Tomorrow, July 15th at 8:45 AM, the Center for an Urban Future hosts its third annual NYC Economic Mobility Summit—focus...
07/14/2026

Tomorrow, July 15th at 8:45 AM, the Center for an Urban Future hosts its third annual NYC Economic Mobility Summit—focused on a crucial question: how can NYC leverage housing to drive economic mobility, asset building, and wealth creation?

CSS will be part of the conversation, with our CEO and President David R. Jones joining the panel to discuss how we can ensure housing policy helps more New Yorkers not just survive, but thrive.

From addressing affordability to expanding opportunity, this half-day summit will spotlight strategies to build a more equitable, economically mobile city.
From addressing affordability to expanding opportunity, this half-day summit will spotlight the strategies that can help build a more equitable and economically mobile city.

In-person registration is now at capacity, but you can still join us virtually—register here: cssny.us/4gyPBt9

07/10/2026

We’re here for you!

This month, thousands of New Yorkers are seeing changes to their health insurance, and some are losing coverage altogether due to cuts to the Essential Plan. If you’re affected, call our helpline at 1-888-614-5400 to learn about your options.

On the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, we celebrate the values of liberty and justice for all that...
07/04/2026

On the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, we celebrate the values of liberty and justice for all that have long been a beacon of hope for America and the world. May we ever strive to be a nation that honors its founding principles, learns from its past, and works toward a brighter future.

Too many New Yorkers are losing health coverage due to harmful federal policies. If you need help enrolling, renewing, o...
07/02/2026

Too many New Yorkers are losing health coverage due to harmful federal policies. If you need help enrolling, renewing, or finding affordable care when enrollment isn’t an option, we’re here for you. Call 1-888-614-5400.

Hundreds of thousands of New Yorkers woke up today to the loss of their health coverage due to harmful federal policies....
07/01/2026

Hundreds of thousands of New Yorkers woke up today to the loss of their health coverage due to harmful federal policies. That includes over 63,000 Long Islanders who have been dropped from the Essential Plan.
Elisabeth Benjamin, VP of Health Initiatives at CSS, recently spoke with about how this will impact people’s lives.

The Community Service Society of New York is here to help those families enroll or renew health coverage, or access affordable care if they can’t enroll. Reach out to us at 1-888-614-5400.

If you are losing your Essential Plan 200-250 health insurance coverage, Community Health Advocates (CHA) can help. CHA ...
06/26/2026

If you are losing your Essential Plan 200-250 health insurance coverage, Community Health Advocates (CHA) can help.

CHA can inform you about:
- Insurance eligibility and options
- Referrals for enrollment (and continuity of care rights if switching
to a new plan)
- Where to find low-cost care
- Resolving medical debt
- Your rights for seeking treatment in emergency situations

You can reach CHA:
- Call our toll-free statewide Helpline (888-614-5400, option 3)
Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Find local help from a CHA Advocate in your community: https://communityhealthadvocates.org/agency-finder/

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