Jarl Frijs-Madsen Ambassador, Consul General of Denmark in New York, brings greetings at Riis Settlement’s 125th Anniversary Gala. Photo: Tina Buckman When Danish photojournalist and
This year’s ninth annual Riis Settlement Fall Family Feast was another great success. The event hosted by Jacob A. Riis Neighborhood Settlement and sponsored by
We would like to offer our sincere gratitude to the following donors for their generosity and commitment to helping build Riis Settlement’s capacity to serve.
Velkommen til New York!!! Now in its ninth year, the 2014 Riis Academy Denmark Cultural Exchange Program offered a wonderful opportunity for Riis Academy and
Most people have to wait until they’re an adult to really make a name for themselves. But little Jacob A. Ellesca’s parents have already done
To serve others is an honor. To have done it consistently within the city of New York for over 125 years, is an occasion for
Riis Academy’s Summer Camps kept kids engaged and excited about learning during their break from school. Our theme for this year was ‘Under the Sea.”
Jacob A. Riis Neighborhood Settlement (Riis Settlement) has been awarded an Advantage After School Contract from the New York State Office of Children and Family
On Thursday, June 5, 2014, at the Museum of the Moving Image in Long Island City, Queens, Jacob A. Riis Neighborhood Settlement acknowledged the achievements
On Tuesday, June 10, 2014, the Jacob A. Riis Neighborhood Settlement launched the Queensbridge Mobile Market, sponsored by City Harvest, from 9:30 A.M. to 11:30
Just when we thought we were the only ones who knew how great our seniors are, seven Riis Settlement senior center participants were given awards
On Saturday, May 11, 2014, Jacob A. Riis Neighborhood Settlement celebrated its 16th annual Spring Arts Festival. Community members came together to enjoy arts, dance,
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The mission of Jacob A. Riis Neighborhood Settlement is to build and strengthen underserved communities in western Queens and to act as a catalyst for change.
