UnityCare Outreach Center is dedicated to building stronger communities through youth support, food aid, and healthcare outreach — because every life matters.
We believe that a hand extended in kindness can change a trajectory. UnityCare bridges the gap between need and help — serving families, youth, and individuals with dignity and love.
Every decision we make centers the voices of those we serve.
We serve without judgment — every person deserves care.
Our programs build lasting change, not temporary relief.
From the youngest member of a family to the elderly — our programs span the full spectrum of human need.
After-school mentorship, scholarship assistance, and safe spaces for vulnerable youth to learn, grow, and dream bigger.
Weekly food distributions, community kitchens, and nutrition education programs for food-insecure families and individuals.
Free medical screenings, mobile clinics, mental health support, and health education delivered directly to underserved communities.
Real people, real transformations. These are the lives UnityCare has helped shape.
When my family lost our income, UnityCare's food program kept us fed for six months. They treated us like family, not charity cases. We'll never forget that kindness.
The youth mentorship program changed my son's life completely. He went from failing school to earning a partial scholarship. I cry happy tears every time I think about it.
I volunteered for a weekend clinic and left with a renewed purpose. The medical team was incredible, but the warmth of the entire organization is what drew me back every month.
From a single food drive in 2008 to a full-service community outreach center — here's how UnityCare grew into a movement.
UnityCare Outreach Center was founded in 2008 by a small group of community members who refused to accept that poverty, hunger, and lack of healthcare were inevitable realities for their neighbors.
Over 16 years, we've grown from a monthly food drive into a multi-program organization serving thousands of individuals across 48 communities.
Our team of professional staff, volunteer coordinators, and community partners work year-round to deliver dignified, high-quality support to anyone who needs it.
Join Our TeamEvery program is designed with empathy at the center — we meet people exactly where they are without judgment.
We manage every donation transparently and publish annual reports so our community knows exactly where funds go.
We serve regardless of race, religion, or background. Our doors — and our hearts — are open to everyone.
We don't just respond to immediate need — we build systems and skills that create lasting, independent change.
We constantly evaluate what works and adopt new approaches to deliver better outcomes for those we serve.
Every program is measured, reviewed, and improved. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of service.
Every year brought new challenges, new partnerships, and new lives changed. Here are some milestones that define who we are today.
Founded by 7 community members with one food drive serving 42 families in a church hall.
After-school mentorship program launched, serving 80 children in its first year.
First mobile medical clinic deployed, conducting 200 free screenings in a single weekend.
UnityCare celebrated serving its 10,000th community member and opened a permanent outreach center.
With 850+ volunteers and 3 core programs, UnityCare continues growing with new partnerships and funding.
Passionate professionals who give their best every day to serve our community.
Three core programs. Thousands of lives. Every initiative is built with evidence, community input, and unwavering commitment to dignity.
Our Youth Support Program creates a safe, nurturing environment where young people — especially those from at-risk backgrounds — can learn, develop skills, and build a future they're excited about.
Through after-school tutoring, mentorship matching, scholarship preparation, and life skills workshops, we've seen 94% of enrolled youth stay in school and improve academic performance.
No family should go to bed hungry. Our Food Aid Initiative operates 12 distribution points across the region, running weekly food packages for food-insecure households and individuals.
We supplement physical food distribution with nutritional education, cooking classes, and kitchen garden programs that help families produce their own food sustainably.
Healthcare is not a luxury — it's a right. Our mobile clinic and community health program delivers free screenings, consultations, and follow-up care to communities that lack access to proper medical facilities.
Our team of volunteer doctors, nurses, and health educators conduct monthly clinics, dental screenings, maternal health checkups, and mental health support sessions.
Your time and skills are a gift that money can't buy. Join 850+ volunteers who show up for their community every week.
Volunteering with UnityCare is more than giving — it's growing. Our volunteers gain real experience, form lasting connections, and become part of a community bound by purpose.
All volunteers receive free orientation and role-specific training before starting.
Join a warm, diverse community of people united by compassion.
Long-term volunteers receive official reference letters for career or academic use.
You'll see — firsthand — the difference your hours make in people's lives.
Provide weekly 1-on-1 guidance and academic support to a young person aged 10–18.
3 hrs/weekHelp sort, pack, and distribute food packages at one of our 12 community distribution centers.
SaturdaysDoctors, nurses, pharmacists, and health educators are needed for monthly mobile clinics.
MonthlyHelp children and teens with reading, mathematics, and other academic subjects after school.
Weekday PMHelp identify families in need and connect them with our programs through door-to-door outreach.
FlexibleHelp plan, organize, and run our fundraising events, community days, and awareness campaigns.
Project-basedEvery dollar you give goes directly to serving families, children, and individuals who need it most. 100% transparent. 100% impactful.
Choose an amount or enter your own. Every contribution — large or small — changes lives.
🔒 Secure payment. UnityCare is a registered nonprofit. Your donation may be tax-deductible.
We publish full annual impact reports and financial statements. When you give to UnityCare, you can trace your dollars to specific lives changed — not overhead and administration.
A single week's food package covers 5–7 people with nutritious, balanced meals.
Covers tutoring materials, mentorship coordination, and program activities for one child.
One complete health screening — blood work, vitals, consultation — for an individual.
Covers the operational cost of one mobile clinic session serving up to 80 people.
Bank transfer, corporate matching, in-kind donations, and legacy giving are all options. Contact us to discuss alternative giving methods.
I started with a $25 monthly donation three years ago. When I visited a food distribution day and saw the families receiving boxes with genuine tears of gratitude, I increased my gift immediately. This is the most purposeful money I've ever spent.
Questions, partnerships, media inquiries, or just want to connect — we'd love to hear from you.
UnityCare Outreach Center
245 Hope Street, Suite 3
Community Square, NY 10001
Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday: Closed