Community Resource Center

08/17/2026

Invierte en ti: aprende nuevas habilidades este septiembre!

¿Estás listo para aprender, crecer y abrirte a nuevas oportunidades?

Nuestros talleres comienzan en septiembre y tenemos opciones para todos los niveles:

💻 Clases de Computación
• Principiantes: aprende desde cero, paso a paso y con confianza.
• Avanzados: fortalece tus conocimientos y lleva tus habilidades al siguiente nivel.

📐 Principios de Lectura de Planos
Aprende las bases para comprender e interpretar planos y adquiere conocimientos que pueden abrirte nuevas oportunidades.

No importa si estás comenzando o si ya tienes experiencia. ¡Siempre hay algo nuevo que aprender!

Los espacios son limitados.

Para registrarte, llama a:
Rocío: 914-552-3368
Martha: 914-629-8689

Invierte en ti, aprende nuevas habilidades y prepárate para tu próximo paso!

08/14/2026

Intern Spotlight: Lily Schwendener

“This summer I had the wonderful opportunity to work at the Community Resource Center. After finishing my first year at Fordham University School of Law, I was thrilled to put my new skills to work for a cause that matters to me.

Throughout my time here, I've been supporting the legal department, and I'm grateful for everything I've learned along the way. A special thank you to Megan Lahn and all the wonderful colleagues I've had the chance to work alongside.

Before law, I was a professional ballet dancer. I had trained for it my whole life, but a few years into my dancing career I decided to pursue my education, drawn toward work that centered on helping others. I'm grateful that path led me to the law — and that it gave me the chance to learn from and support such a remarkable organization this summer.”

08/13/2026

As this year’s Summer Youth Employment Program comes to a close, we are proud to celebrate the dedication and accomplishments of our young participants!

Through our partnership with WestCOP, local youth gained valuable hands-on work experience, developed essential job skills, built confidence, and made meaningful contributions to our community.

One participant worked closely with our Programs Department here at Community Resource Center, while the others gained valuable experience at Paleteria Fernandez, Mamaroneck Village RX and Wellness, and STEM Alliance.

We are deeply grateful to each of these organizations for welcoming, mentoring, and investing in our young participants. Congratulations to all our youth on a successful summer! We cannot wait to see where your skills and determination take you next.

08/12/2026

Our hearts are with the people of Colombia and every family mourning a loved one, searching for someone missing, or facing the painful loss of their home and community. 🇨🇴

In moments of unimaginable tragedy, our solidarity and compassion can bring hope. CRC invites our community to support the emergency relief and long-term recovery efforts led by Hispanic Federation and its partners.

Every contribution can make a difference, and the first $50,000 in donations will be matched.

❤️ Donate today: http://www.hispanicfederation.org/colombia

Please donate if you can and share this message to help it reach others.

Our hearts are with the people of Colombia. 🇨🇴
A 7.4-magnitude earthquake – the strongest to hit the country this century – has torn through communities across western Colombia, claiming hundreds of lives and injuring thousands more. Homes have been destroyed, hospitals and schools have collapsed, and entire towns are now searching for missing loved ones amid the rubble.
Hispanic Federation, is partnering with Fòs Feminista Org, to support Oriéntame and Unimedicos, who are working to provide urgent healthcare and support to affected communities.
We have launched the Ayuda a los Pueblos: Colombia Disaster Relief Fund to support immediate relief and long-term recovery. Hispanic Federation and the Miranda Family Fund are matching the first $50,000 in donations, doubling the aid that you can provide to Colombia.
Stand with Colombia. Donate today: www.hispanicfederation.org/colombia

08/11/2026

This past weekend, Community Resource Center welcomed the Mobile Consulate of Guatemala, bringing essential consular services directly to our local Guatemalan community.

More than 250 Guatemalan citizens received assistance with passports, birth certificates, marriage certificates, death registrations, and general consular inquiries.

The Mobile Consulate’s mission is to make consular services more accessible by bringing them closer to where community members live. We are proud to have hosted this important initiative and to help connect so many families with the documentation and support they need.

Thank you to the Consulate of Guatemala and everyone who helped make this event possible! 🇬🇹

08/10/2026

Summer Reading Club for Children

This summer, children ages 6 to 10 participated in four weekly Reading Club and Crafts sessions at the Community Resource Center. Led by Sarah Fisher in partnership with CRC, the program encouraged children to discover the joy of books through reading, creative projects, and fun activities. Smiles, stories, and crafts kept our young participants engaged throughout the program. We thank Sarah for her dedication, patience, and kindness.

08/04/2026

Intern Spotlight!

“My name is Holly Paul, and this summer I’ve had the privilege of serving the CRC as a legal intern. In the fall, I will be entering my second year at Cardoso Law School.

I graduated from Boston University in 2022 with a degree in Business Administration. After graduation, I spent three years working in marketing before deciding to take the leap and pursue law school.

After my first year of law school, I was eager to find an opportunity to apply what I had learned in a practical setting while making a meaningful impact. When I learned about the Community Resource Center through staff attorney Megan Lahn, it felt like the perfect fit.

This summer, I’ve gained invaluable insight into the immigration legal system while strengthening my legal research and writing skills. I’ve had the opportunity to sit in on client meetings, research filing requirements and legal strategy, and draft motions for submission to the court. Most importantly, I’ve seen firsthand the difference that dedicated legal advocates can make in the lives of their clients.

A huge thank you to Rose, Megan Lahn, the legal team, and everyone at the Community Resource Center for making this such a rewarding and memorable experience. I’m incredibly grateful for everything I’ve learned this summer!”

08/03/2026

Helping Our Community Better Understand Rental Leases

Despite the rain, community members joined us to learn about written rental agreements, the essential parts of a lease, tenant and landlord responsibilities, and important warning signs to look for before signing.

Thank you to everyone who participated and made this a valuable learning experience!

For more information about rental leases, call us at 914-835-1512.

07/31/2026

Aprender a leer y escribir puede transformar tu vida!

Nuestras clases de Plazas Comunitarias ofrecen un espacio acogedor y de apoyo para aprender o fortalecer la lectura y la escritura en español.

Alfabetizarse brinda mayor independencia y confianza para realizar actividades cotidianas, entender documentos, comunicarse mejor, ayudar a los hijos con sus estudios y acceder a nuevas oportunidades.

📍 Las clases se ofrecen en New Rochelle
📅 Todos los lunes y miércoles

Nunca es tarde para aprender y alcanzar nuevas metas!

Para registrarte o recibir más información, llama a:

📞 Rocío: 914-552-3368
📞 Martha: 914-629-8689

07/30/2026

✅ CRC Podcast – Ep. 12: Immigration, Justice and Community: How CRC Is Responding

In this important conversation, CURE sits down with members of the Community Resource Center team to discuss how rapidly changing immigration policies are affecting immigrant families in Westchester and beyond.

Learn about CRC’s Community Justice Program, the Habeas Corpus Task Force, the role of Department of Justice Accredited Representatives, and the Care For Campaign, which helps support legal defense for immigrants. The conversation also explores the everyday impact of detention, the loss of due process, and the fear and uncertainty many immigrant families are experiencing.

Most importantly, CRC shares how community members can take action, including volunteering for court accompaniments, supporting immigrant legal services, and standing in solidarity with our immigrant neighbors.

Together, we can help ensure that every member of our community is treated with dignity, fairness, and compassion.