CHOICE of NY

11/06/2025

CHOICE of NY purchased five tons of food to support 1,000 clients who rely on SNAP benefits, which were suspended on November 1st, due to the ongoing government shutdown.

Food will be stored at CHOICE’s existing pantries in New Rochelle and White Plains, with nonperishable overflow in conference rooms and care coordinator offices, as part of a local response to a national crisis.

“We have a moral and ethical responsibility to our founding principle, that we help people when they are having the worst days of their lives,” said Executive Director Guy Fessenden. “This would certainly be one of those times if they have nothing to eat. CHOICE of NY will be there to ensure that’s not the case for any of our clients in need.”

Learn more about how you can help at https://choiceofny.org/.

08/26/2025

Our team participated in the 2025 Back-to-School Backpack & Supplies Giveaway at City Hall. It was a beautiful sunny afternoon filled with community spirit. Nearly 1,000 people came together, including vendors, dignitaries, parents, and of course, the stars of the day: the kids!⭐️

We loved connecting with families, sharing resources, and supporting students as they got ready for the new school year.

A huge thank you to the City of New Rochelle, NY and all the organizers for making this event such a success. CHOICE is proud to stand alongside our neighbors in helping young people start the school year prepared and confident. 🎒✏️

08/14/2025

Thank you United Way of Westchester and Putnam for your generous Community Impact Grant. These funds will go a long way to help our neighbors in need have access to healthy foods! We are very grateful for our partnership.

07/01/2025

A simple action. A real impact.

Throughout the month of July, you can support Choice of New Rochelle by picking up a $2.50 Community Bag at the Stop & Shop on Palmer Avenue. For every bag sold, $1 is donated to Choice, directly supporting our work with youth and families in New Rochelle.

These reusable bags are sturdy, practical, and help us continue offering services that matter.

Let’s keep building a stronger community, one bag at a time.

11/25/2024

Come join us for the festivities!

11/18/2024

We're collecting Toys & Coats. Thank you in advance for whatever you can contribute to our clients' well-being.

11/01/2024

We Are Choice: Creating Paths to Dignity, One Individual at a Time

10/13/2024

So proud of our own Kimrita Hill who was recently awarded the Jason Brody Faith and Fellowship Award at the The Alliance for Rights and Recovery Conference in Callicoon, New York.

The award is given to: “An individual who has been an extraordinary source of kindness, caring and devotion to people in their local community." They couldn't have selected a better recipient. We are so proud of you Kimrita and grateful for all you do!

09/23/2024

Social Media Teaming Up For Su***de Awareness Month

TikTok, Snapchat, and Meta are teaming up to curb the spread of self-harm content on their platforms and will roll out a new program called ‘Thrive.’ NBC News’ Maya Eaglin reports on the steps the social media giants are taking to protect their users from harmful content online.

09/20/2024

Such a wonderful turnout for our recent Back to School Bash in New Rochelle. Hopefully we sent some kids back to school with some new stuff and smiles on their faces. Thanks to all our wonderful sponsors!

09/16/2024

Attention all runners and walkers. One of our partner agencies, Search for Change, Inc., is the major host of this annual event. They have been with us for a long time and have played a significant role in our success; so much so that its Executive Director is a long-time member of our board. Come join us and have some fun!

Search for Change Run for Recovery 5K. Celebrating Recovery, Raising Awareness Mental Health Conditions and Substance use disorders. Call Us.

09/09/2024

We are here to help. Don't go it alone.