130 years of New Yorkers helping New Yorkers

130 Years of Community Service

Every day, I am inspired by the resilience and determination of the people we serve.

Struggling New Yorkers are counting on help from organizations like SCO Family of Services.

This guest essay reflects the views of Suzette E. Gordon, president and CEO of SCO Family of Services.

A Humble Beginning

The Country Home for Convalescent Babies started in 1895, later moving to Sea Cliff, with a simple mission to care for children in need.

Growth and Impact

Today, 130 years later, SCO Family of Services serves over 45,000 New Yorkers each year, driven by the same spirit of compassion and community.

Author's summary: New Yorkers helping each other for 130 years.

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Newsday Newsday — 2025-11-05

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