Goddard Leadership Honored
Roderick L. Jones, our president, was named a Nonprofit Power Player while VP for Justice and Innovation Susan Matloff-Nieves and Director of Advocacy Larry Wood received separate awards.
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Goddard Riverside strives toward a fair and just society where all people can make choices that lead to better lives for themselves and their families. We serve more than 20,000 New Yorkers each year with programs ranging from Early Childhood Education to Older Adult Centers.
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Week of Compassion
As the year ended, we highlighted a few of our programs participants who have made strives to achieve their goals—and a staff member who’s excelled at making our city a better place.
Why are Housing Costs so High? Zoning Laws, says our Book Prize Winner
Richard Kahlenberg discussed his book Excluded with Gail Collins of the New York Times at our Book Chat.
A Win for Small Mental Health Clubhouses
Members of our TOP Clubhouse rallied with their counterparts throughout the city to secure funding and avoid shutting down.
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24jan
6:30PM
The Third Annual Upper West Side Film Festival!
The Third Annual Upper West Side Film Festival! Co-presented by and The Greenhouse Ensemble and Goddard Riverside Community Arts.
They’re back for another incredible year at the Goddard Riverside’s Bernie Wohl Center with a spectacular evening of films! Join us for an unforgettable celebration of independent cinema on Friday, January 24 where we’ll bring you the best in emerging talent from across the globe.
8feb
7:30PM
Harlem’s In Living Color Sketch Comedy Show
Celebrate Black History Month with an unforgettable night of stand-up, original skits, and cultural commentary honoring Black culture, resilience, and creativity! Includes live musical guests, snacks and drinks.
Doors open at: 7:30pm and show starts at: 8:00pm. This event is rated PG-13. Tickets: $22