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 s

tate. 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.

Our communities diverseOur neighborhoods vibrantOur city comes alive Knicks in fiveeeee!!!!
06/13/2026

Our communities diverse
Our neighborhoods vibrant
Our city comes alive
Knicks in fiveeeee!!!!

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Victor Bach, a legendary leader in the affordable housing field who served as a...
06/11/2026

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Victor Bach, a legendary leader in the affordable housing field who served as a senior housing analyst and Director of Housing Policy at CSS for 35 years, dedicating his career to advancing housing justice for New Yorkers with low incomes. A brilliant researcher and tireless advocate, he authored groundbreaking reports on homelessness, rent burden, and public housing, helping to shape critical conversations and policy decisions across New York City and beyond.

Vic shed light on the housing conditions of the city’s lowest income residents and worked with community leaders and grassroots organizations to preserve tenant protections and fight back against efforts to de-regulate public housing. Few housing leaders have done more to engage residents, standing with them and behind them in their fight for housing justice.

Throughout his tenure, he mentored a generation of housing analysts and advocates, leaving an indelible mark on the field. And because of him, CSS can boast of having some of the finest housing analysts in New York.

CSS is proud and grateful for all of Vic’s contributions, and we extend our heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.

AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP Volunteer Fair brought great energy on site last week! Seniors explored meaningful volunteer opp...
06/08/2026

AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP Volunteer Fair brought great energy on site last week! Seniors explored meaningful volunteer opportunities, connected with local nonprofits, and learned how their time and experience can make a real difference across New York City.

Through RSVP, adults 55+ are matched with volunteer roles that support communities—from nonprofit programs to healthcare settings.

Seniors ready to give back can join our team by emailing [email protected]. And if you have an older adult in your life, share this opportunity with them so they can get involved, too.

06/05/2026

We stand with CM Alexa Avilés in urging Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani and elected leaders to fully fund NYCBenefits in the FY27 executive budget.
As federal policies continue to strain our critical safety net, NYCBenefits remains a lifeline—helping New Yorkers navigate hardship and stay afloat. Now is the time to invest, not cut corners.

Under current law, cities must run expensive, time consuming surveys to prove vacancy rates are below 5% before they can...
05/22/2026

Under current law, cities must run expensive, time consuming surveys to prove vacancy rates are below 5% before they can opt into rent stabilization. Many smaller or under-resourced local governments simply can’t afford this—and when they try, landlords often challenge the results in court, dragging out the process and blocking protections.

Even when the need is clear, action gets delayed. The REST Act would fix this by letting cities use existing public data, so they can move faster and actually protect renters.

Visit the link in the comments to read our new brief!

Governor Kathy Hochul , health aides, restaurant workers, delivery drivers, and working parents raising young families a...
05/14/2026

Governor Kathy Hochul , health aides, restaurant workers, delivery drivers, and working parents raising young families are counting on you.
Nearly 500,000 people will lose health coverage this summer if New York fails to act. Don’t let federal cuts jeopardize the safety of families and communities across the state.

You've created a contingency fund to protect us from federal health care cuts. . Gustavo Rivera and Assemblywoman Amy R. Paulin have put forward a plan to keep these New Yorkers covered. You have the tools and resources.

Please act now to protect our health care.

05/07/2026

Fair Fares helps hundreds of thousands of low income New Yorkers get where they need to go—work, school, medical care, and more. But many eligible riders are still missing out, and even with the discount, transit remains too expensive for too many.

A new brief looks at what’s working, what isn’t, and what it will take to make transit truly affordable—starting with automatic enrollment, free transit for the lowest income New Yorkers, and better bus service.

Find the links to the report in the comments!

Winter eviction is not just a housing issue—it’s a public health risk.As climate change drives more extreme cold, New Yo...
04/29/2026

Winter eviction is not just a housing issue—it’s a public health risk.

As climate change drives more extreme cold, New York continues to face an acute homelessness crisis. Evictions during the winter months increase the risk of harm, especially for tenants already facing instability.

New research shows eviction risk varies widely across the state and falls unevenly on Black and Latino tenants—underscoring the need for stronger protections during the coldest months.

Full brief in the comments!

We’re proud to partner with Eddie Gibbs on this Second Chance Awareness Event, connecting community members with legal s...
04/29/2026

We’re proud to partner with Eddie Gibbs on this Second Chance Awareness Event, connecting community members with legal support and reentry resources.

Our Next Door Project will be there offering legal consultations and record‑sealing assistance.

📅 April 30
📍 East Harlem

Housing code violations and evictions often go hand in hand.Research shows that speculative investors in low income comm...
04/28/2026

Housing code violations and evictions often go hand in hand.

Research shows that speculative investors in low income communities of color are more likely to neglect their buildings and pursue evictions than other landlords.

The Clean Hands Act would strengthen enforcement of existing habitability standards and prevent landlords with open housing code violations from filing eviction cases—creating a clearer path to accountability.

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