Venture House

Venture House Venture House is dedicated to the wellness and recovery of people living with mental illness. Members and staff work side-by-side to run the organization.

Venture House is a non-profit organization located in Queens and Staten Island New York. Since 1988 Venture House has been dedicated to providing a range of high quality services to adults diagnosed with mental illness to live and work successfully in the community, independently and with dignity. To date, Venture House has provided services to over 1,000 members. There are over 300 active members, ages 18 and up, with an average daily attendance of 70. Members are involved in all aspects of our business, from building maintenance to hiring staff, making policy decisions and membership on the Board of Directors. Through engagement and work, Venture House is strongly committed to member empowerment and combating stigma. At Venture House, opportunities begin with real work at the Clubhouse. The Clubhouse offers a choice of services that meet members’ life goals. These include:
- involvement in on site work and programming
- transitional & independent employment
- housing program
- connection to other community based services
- social and recreational activities
- access to educational advancement
- advocacy & public benefits assistance
- wellness education and opportunities

To learn move about Venture House visit our website: www.venturehouse.org. Jamaica, Queens
150–10 Hillside Ave
Jamaica, NY 11432
Phone: (718) 658-7201
Fax: (718) 658-7899

Staten Island
1442 Castleton Ave
Staten Island, NY 10302
Phone: (718) 658-7821
Fax: (718) 727-2989

Venture House is accredited by Clubhouse International (WWW.ICCD.org) and is funded by New York City, New York State, and private donors.

Venture House celebrated Halloween across all four clubhouses — costumes, creativity, and connection everywhere you look...
11/14/2025

Venture House celebrated Halloween across all four clubhouses — costumes, creativity, and connection everywhere you looked!

We honored our amazing supporters at our Bowling Soirée Benefit, where we came together to raise critical awareness for ...
11/07/2025

We honored our amazing supporters at our Bowling Soirée Benefit, where we came together to raise critical awareness for mental health recovery.

We proudly recognized leaders who embody generosity, partnership, and dedication to our mission. Their unwavering commitment helps ensure that Venture House remains a place of hope, purpose, and belonging.

It was a true privilege to celebrate the outstanding contributions of this year’s honorees:
-Gary Curwin, VH Board Member and Treasurer
-Richard H. Berney, of Cozen O’Connor
-Michael Anglin, of Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft, LLP
-Cody A. Ruegger, Samuel C. Loney, and Zachary A. Krooks, of Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom, LLP

From heart warming speeches to shared laughs on the lanes, the evening was a beautiful celebration of connection and impact. Thank you to our sponsors and guests for making the evening so memorable.

We are proud to announce that Yogesh Lal, Program Manager of Venture House’s Young Adult Housing Program, has been hono...
11/07/2025

We are proud to announce that Yogesh Lal, Program Manager of Venture House’s Young Adult Housing Program, has been honored with the 2025 Direct Care Award from the Association for Community Living Agencies in Mental Health (ACLAIMH).

This distinguished recognition celebrates Yogi’s outstanding commitment to providing high-quality, person-centered care and his unwavering dedication to supporting young adults on their journey toward recovery and independence. Yogi represented Venture House with excellence at the 46th Annual ACL Conference, where hundreds of professionals and providers from across New York State gathered to advance best practices in mental health and supportive housing.

Congratulations, Yogi and thank you for exemplifying the mission and values of Venture House through your leadership and compassion. 💙

11/05/2025

With SNAP benefits facing major delays, many New Yorkers are feeling the impact. In this video, Venture House Queens Director David Plotka shares what’s happening and how together, we can make sure our community doesn’t go hungry.

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10/14/2025

Champions for Charity® returns Dec 4–6, 2025 at Americana Manhasset!
Shop at participating stores and 25% of your full-price, pre-tax purchases will be donated to nonprofits of your choice — including Venture House. 💚

✨ Registration is open! Get your Champion Number here: https://www.championsforcharity.org/?source_charity=1269

Individuals who registered and shopped for Venture House in previous years will receive an email with pre-registration and event details ,no need to register again!

Let’s shop for a cause this holiday season. 🛍️

10/10/2025

Happy World Mental Health Day💚

Today, we honor the strength, stories, and connections that make healing possible.Members and staff from Venture House came together for a pop-up activity at Prospect Park connecting with the community, raising awareness, and sharing stories of hope and recovery. It was more than an event ,it was a celebration of hope, recovery, and the power of human connection.
Every smile, every conversation, every moment reminded us why this work matters because when we show up for one another, healing begins.
Let’s carry this reminder beyond today — mental health matters every day, for everyone.

The World Mental Health Day is tomorrow! Clubhouses around the world are hosting events highlighting the power of at t...
10/09/2025

The World Mental Health Day is tomorrow! Clubhouses around the world are hosting events highlighting the power of at the Clubhouse. Here’s what’s happening at Venture House:

Venture House organized a pop-up activity at Prospect Park, where members and staff came together to raise awareness, connect with the community, and celebrate the importance of mental health. (Stay tuned — the video will be released tomorrow!)

A Food Pantry will be held to share resources and meals with the community — a simple yet powerful reminder that connection begins with care.

Members will take part in “Chalk the Walk”, creating inspiring messages of hope and encouragement in front of our Clubhouse.

A Wellness Workshop will bring members and staff together for mindfulness, medication awareness, and grounding exercises to strengthen mental well-being.

A Community Connection Board will also be displayed, inviting people from the community to share what connection mean to them.

Each initiative reflects our belief that connection is at the heart of recovery and together, we continue to show how every day at Venture House.

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As we count down to , we’re celebrating the power of connection in recovery. At Venture House connection means findin...
10/08/2025

As we count down to , we’re celebrating the power of connection in recovery. At Venture House connection means finding belonging, purpose, and the courage to build new relationships.

Venture House Brooklyn member Adeyemi shares,

“Connection helps you find your place in life. Through Venture House, I’ve learned to open up and build meaningful relationships again.”

Venture House joined The Alliance for Rights and Recovery 43rd Annual Conference, where staff and members participated i...
10/08/2025

Venture House joined The Alliance for Rights and Recovery 43rd Annual Conference, where staff and members participated in a panel discussion alongside Fountain House and Hudson Valley Clubhouse. The discussion focused development, and partnerships that strengthen community connection through the Clubhouse model.

Faqueni Ravel, Director of Venture House Bronx, shared strategies for RFP development and insights on establishing our new Bronx Clubhouse, reflecting Venture House’s ongoing growth and commitment to expanding recovery opportunities.

A group of 26 Venture House staff and members attended the conference, and one member proudly participated in the Annual Diversity Bash & Fashion Show, celebrating creativity and inclusion.
Thank you to The Alliance for Rights and Recovery for bringing together Clubhouses and organizations across New York dedicated to advancing mental health recovery, awareness, and empowerment.

How at Clubhouses! 💚Clubhouses are more than just a place — they’re part of the neighborhoods they serve. Each one thr...
10/07/2025

How at Clubhouses! 💚

Clubhouses are more than just a place — they’re part of the neighborhoods they serve. Each one thrives through connection, helping members build relationships, find purpose, and take an active role in their communities.

That same spirit was reflected during Clubhouse International’s visit to Venture House Brooklyn, where partners, members, and staff came together to share ideas, celebrate recovery, and strengthen collaboration across the Clubhouse network.

Join us this World Mental Health Day – October 10, as we join .international and The World Federation for Mental Health ...
10/06/2025

Join us this World Mental Health Day – October 10, as we join .international and The World Federation for Mental Health in celebrating how as a key to recovery and wellness for people living with mental illness. Stay tuned through October 10 as we highlight the many ways connection makes a difference every day -at Venture House, where community and connection are at the heart of everything we do.

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SAVE THE DATE! ✨📅 Thursday, December 4 – Saturday, December 6, 2025We’re thrilled to be part of Champions for Charity® a...
10/01/2025

SAVE THE DATE! ✨
📅 Thursday, December 4 – Saturday, December 6, 2025
We’re thrilled to be part of Champions for Charity® at Americana Manhasset!
Shop at participating stores during this three-day event and 25% of your full-price, pre-tax purchases will be donated to the nonprofits of your choice — including Venture House.
👉 Registration is open starting today! Get your Champion Number here: Https://www.championsforcharity.org/?source_charity=1269
and present it at checkout to make your purchases count.
With your support, we can continue building community, connection, and recovery opportunities. Let’s shop for a cause this holiday season!

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