MercyFirst

We’re proud to announce that we’ve earned the Platinum Seal of Transparency from @CandidDotOrg! This prestigious recognition highlights our commitment to transparency and accountability. Check out our nonprofit profile to stay updated on the positive impact we’re making and the progress we’re achieving. https://lnkd.in/erxmexgy #NonprofitProfile #Impact #Transparency

We're excited to announce that Rebecca Marcone has been named Senior Vice President of Enhanced Family Foster Care (EFFC) at MercyFirst! 🎉 Rebecca steps into this role following the well-deserved retirement of 40-year agency veteran Harlean Dennis. She will now lead the strategic and operational direction of EFFC across Brooklyn, Staten Island, and Queens, while serving as the key liaison with the Administration of Children’s Services (ACS). Rebecca joined MercyFirst in 1997 as an entry-level caseworker, later serving as Vice President of EFFC for 12 years, where she managed foster care and adoption units, developed new programs, and updated agency policies. She holds a Master’s in Psychology from NYU and a Bachelor’s in Psychology and Studio Art from Mount Holyoke College. We’re excited for the continued growth and success of EFFC under Rebecca’s leadership! 🌟 #MercyFirst #Leadership #FosterCare #EFFC #ChildWelfare #CommunityImpact

Celebrating #SocialWorkMonth with heartfelt gratitude! 🌟 A huge thank you to our incredible staff for your unwavering dedication and passion in supporting our children and families. Your hard work makes a lasting difference every day!

Congratulations to the talented youth and dedicated staff from our Arts & Creative Therapies Department for an outstanding display at this year's Annual Youth Art Exhibit! A vibrant celebration of creativity, with amazing artwork, interactive activities, and inspiring talent. Special thanks to our friends from Arthur J. Gallagher, Walmart Uniondale and the Sisters of Mercy for joining us!

As a nonprofit partner in the Stop & Shop Community Bag Program, MercyFirst will receive a $1 donation for every $2.50 reusable Community Bag sold during March 2025 at: Stop & Shop, located at 8101 Jericho Turnpike, Woodbury NY

Thank you to Dr. Dawn Besemer, PsyD, a licensed psychologist in New York State and a former employee of MercyFirst, for leading an engaging training session for our direct care staff in the Long Island Residential programs. Titled “Daring to Care: Showing Bravery in Our Work Through Self-Compassion, Resilience, and Self-Care,” the training provided valuable insights on managing job-related stressors and emphasized the crucial need for self-care among staff members.

Celebrating the life and legacy of civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. #MLKDay

MercyFirst NYC Residential programs recently teamed up with the NYPD Youth Strategies Division (YSD) in Brooklyn to throw a fantastic Winter Wonderland party for all community residents. The NYPD YSD generously provided the venue, decorations, a DJ, and a photographer, making the event feel extra special. Attendees enjoyed dancing, games, and plenty of delicious food. The highlight of the day came when the youth got to choose gifts for themselves and others, spreading joy all around. MercyFirst is truly grateful for the partnership we've built with the NYPD, and we’re excited about future collaborative projects and events. It was a wonderfully uplifting experience for our youth to engage with officers who are committed to supporting both them and our community.

Congratulations to Scott Gildea! He completed his 13th Polar Bear Plunge for MercyFirst yesterday, raising over $20,000 alongside his friend, and fellow Polar Bear, Stephen Kuhl! A huge thank you to everyone who cheered him on and supported him as he took the leap into the icy waters at Coney Island. #polarbearplunge

Wishing you a bright and meaningful Kwanzaa. #HappyKwanzaa