The U.S. Chamber of Commerce launched the Equality of Opportunity Initiative to address opportunity gaps that perpetuate broader inequalities in our society and hold back individual and business success and economic growth. They compiled a research to show the magnitude of opportunity gaps in six key areas. DOWNLOAD THE FULL REPORT HERE.

Glacier Capital Partners, owners of The Ritz-Carlton hotel in Westchester, today revealed its plans for a significant renovation and the re-branding of The Ritz-Carlton New York, Westchester, further emphasizing the company’s long-term investment in the future of the luxury complex located in White Plains. The hotel is projected to reopen early 2021 as part of Marriott International’s Autograph Collection brand. The Residences at The Ritz-Carlton, Westchester will continue to be managed by The Ritz-Carlton. “The announcement of the major reinvestment in this vitally important downtown property is welcome news not only for White Plains, but for Westchester County and the […]

More than 60 families have received mental health services thanks to a new comprehensive COVID-19 Relief Initiative that is the result of a partnership between The Child & Family institute and the Weissman Children’s Foundation (WCF), a start-up national nonprofit organization specializing in evidence-based mental health treatments (EBTs) for children, young adults and their families. The program stepped up its timeline to roll out a comprehensive COVID-19 Relief Initiative, featuring 15 sites throughout the country and telehealth services nationwide, with headquarters here in Westchester County. The foundation is initiating fundraising efforts and grant requests to continue supporting clinical, research, and training partnerships […]

For the 36 students who remain in Berkeley College’s residences in White Plains – many of whom are international students unable to return home during the COVID-19 crisis – Suzeana Stewart and Javon Joslyn are like family. These two members of the Berkeley College Student Development and Campus Life team also live on campus, ensuring the well-being of students in residence. Each week, they cater hot meals, distribute snack bags with nonperishable items, and host virtual social events. “We become immediate family to the students who occupy our residence halls. Supporting our students and campus community is something I would […]

Sign maker Signarama of Hartsdale stepped up to support the tremendous efforts of Feeding Westchester by donating the net proceeds of the sale of its graduation lawn signs in the months of April and May. “With most graduation activities being canceled due to the pandemic this year, we saw a spike in the demand of graduation signs,” said Michael Lang, owner of Signarama Hartsdale and a longtime BCW member. Michael met with Josh Aromin from Feeding Westchester and pledged support of clients and the team of Signarama Hartsdale.

Russell Zeiss, DPT, has created the Healthy Lungs program to treat patients presenting with post COVID-19 symptoms. Zeiss, a doctor of physical therapy, said he created the program to serve the community at large and help individuals affected by the virus. “In response to New Rochelle being deemed the epicenter of this global pandemic, I created this Healthy Lungs program in order to treat patients presenting with post-COVID-19 symptoms such as overall deconditioning, muscle weakness, breathing difficulties, mobility restrictions, and other associated musculoskeletal and pulmonary deficits,’’ said Zeiss. “It is in our best interest to help these victims recover and […]