Ali Forney Center

Located at 307 W 38th St in New York City, the Ali Forney Center provides affirming services for LGBTQ+ and at-risk youth experiencing homelessness. Its mission is to protect young people from the harms of homelessness and help them build the tools needed for independent living. Learn more through the Ali Forney Center’s official website.

The organization offers drop-in support, case management, emergency housing, transitional housing, and wraparound health services. Its housing programs are designed to provide stability and support, including home-like emergency housing, meals, counseling, and planning for the transition to independent living. Services described by AFC also include HIV counseling and testing, mental health groups, and support counseling.

Education and employment-focused programming includes tutoring, work-readiness preparation, life-skills training, resume workshops, internships, and vocational or educational goal planning. For related housing resources, visit NHREA’s New York homeless assistance guide and federal assistance resources. Visit the official AFC website to confirm current program details.