“They’re serving to enhance the number of working blind people above the present 40 % employment fee for blind job seekers, compared to practically double the quantity who’re sighted and dealing. “Empire City’s help permits blind youth to attain their work readiness and employment targets,” VISIONS/Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired CEO Nancy Miller stated. VISIONS Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired acquired funding to assist workforce development applications that provide blind or visually impaired youth in the Bronx and Westchester with instruments and resources wanted to successfully enter the workforce. Greyston Foundation, ArtsWestchester, BronxWorks, Bronx Chamber of Commerce Foundation, and The Guidance Center of Westchester have been among the many grant recipients within the space of workforce growth programs.

Empire City officials stated a continued focus on combating food insecurity remains a priority as the number of hungry New Yorkers grows whereas organizations face a discount in donations due largely to inflation and rising meals prices.

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