Jacob A. Riis Neighborhood Settlement House Email Format
Civic and Social OrganizationsNew York, United States51-200 Employees
Jacob A. Riis Neighborhood Settlement House is a mid-sized nonprofit in the civic and social sector that delivers integrated services across eight program sites to support youth, older adults, immigrants, and families in Western Queens. The organization provides resources, opportunities, and support intended to help community members reach their potential and achieve social and economic self-sufficiency. Based in Long Island City, New York, it serves thousands of community members each year through its programs. Its history reflects a long-standing commitment to immigrant communities, rooted in the work of Jacob A. Riis. The settlement movement began with its founder’s efforts in New York, and the organization relocated its activities to Queensbridge in Long Island City in 1950, where it continues to operate. Within the civic and social landscape, it functions as a local provider addressing a range of needs across Western Queens through its eight program sites.