Johnson Park Center Employee Directory

Philanthropic Fundraising ServicesNew York, United States11-50 Employees

Johnson Park Center is a faith-based nonprofit organization operating in Utica, New York, focused on community development and revitalization in the Cornhill neighborhood, described as the city’s poorest area. Its programs address immediate needs and long-term empowerment by offering emergency and supportive housing for women, children, and families, alongside services in nutrition, recreation, mentoring, and advocacy, all aimed at helping individuals become self-sufficient. The organization positions itself within the philanthropic fundraising and social services landscape as a provider of comprehensive community support that blends housing with practical, day-to-day assistance to improve well-being and stability for residents. Founded and led by Rev. Dr. Maria Scates with organizational operations overseen by Rev. Ursula Meier, Johnson Park Center operates from its Utica base and maintains a local focus on effecting positive change in its neighborhood. A recent development noted is the organization’s ongoing provision of a structured food pantry schedule to meet community needs in the area.

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