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Fundavenyc (pronounced FOON-DA-VE-NIK) is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit whose mission is to accelerate asylum seekers and immigrants’ transition into thriving New York City residents.
We strive to empower and advocate for our community by paving the way, creating solutions, and building connections. We do this through four focus areas:
1) HUMANITARIAN RESPONSE: Our Welcomers give out necessities, as well as connect incoming migrants to health services and community groups.
2) WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT: Our Mentors help our community navigate the system through the Navigator Mentoring initiative (in partnership with the City of New York), work permit assistance, trainings, and job opportunities.
3) AFFORDABLE HOUSING: Our certified Ambassadors assist New Yorkers in obtaining affordable housing through personalized application support and informational workshops.
4) COMMUNITY BUILDING: Our Leaders coordinate sports teams, affinity groups, and recreational/cultural events, uniting us in pursuing self-actualization.
WHO WE ARE
Our team is majority immigrant, many Venezuelans and South Americans who risked their lives to escape persecution and difficult conditions in their home countries. The intimate, first-hand understanding of our community's needs sets us apart in providing effective short-term assistance and building long-term solutions. Our focus on relationship-building creates a strong organization that can contribute significantly to resolving struggles our city faces.
OUR VISION
We are committed to supporting holistic wellbeing for anyone in need across the five boroughs and aim to become the top provider of HPD-certified Housing Ambassadors.
