Part of the Solution

POTS strives to go beyond legal service in the pursuit of equitable access, and meaningful support for our community. Visit our website to learn more about our commitment to breaking the cycle of poverty and advancing social justice in our community. potsbronx.org/english/breaki…

The POTS approach to empowerment is grounded in measurable outcomes. We are not only tracking the impact of our services, we are also learning what works best to move the needle toward long-term stability. potsbronx.org/english/get-to…

At POTS, we believe the clients who come to us seeking help deserve to feel comfortable and cared for. Our incredible volunteers make that possible every day through their compassion and dedication. Explore opportunities to register as a volunteer! potsbronx.org/english/get-in…

From meeting immediate needs as much as long-term goals, to fostering the trust and sense of community people rely on, every service we provide is rooted in respect.

Diego facilitates our Community Advisory Committee, a group of clients who elevate the voices of our neighbors and help POTS respond dynamically to evolving community needs. potsbronx.org/english/commun…

The Community Advisory Committee (CAC) works with POTS leadership to ensure that community voices help shape current and future services. For over a year, NYU students partnered with us to research ways the CAC can grow stronger and expand its reach.

Thank you to @CityHarvest for inviting us to Washington, D.C., to participate in the 2026 Food Research & Action Center (FRAC) National Anti-Hunger Policy Conference in April. We were honored to joined a large group of other incredible advocates in the fight against hunger.

Supporting our Bronx Community @POTSBronx

This month, POTS partnered with @BNY and @PonceBank to host “Your Money Matters,” a free financial empowerment pop-up at our Grand Concourse location. Community members gained tools to build a secure financial future, along with guidance on credit, budgeting, and scam prevention.

POTS is honored to receive the Mayoral Partnership Award alongside our friends at @FordhamPrep. The students showed how their commitment to a cause, along with their initiative and drive, can make a difference. We are proud to continue this work together! @NYCService @NYCMayor

This April, our amazing POTS Jr. Board invited a sea of comedic stars for our annual comedy night. We’re so grateful to the talented comedians—Zach Brazao, Talent Harris, Conor Janda, Connor O’Brien, Sarah Harvard, and Jacob Williams—for bringing the laughs!

Meet Eric! As a Workforce Mentor at POTS, Eric helps clients take meaningful steps toward their goals, offering guidance and coordinated support every step of the way. Through this work, mentors empower individuals to build brighter, more stable futures.

Khalsa Aid New York volunteers helped prepare and distribute over 1,102 meals alongside @POTSBronx #khalsaaidusa #khalsaaid

We were delighted to team up with the Leather Apron Food Truck to bring hot meals to our neighbors! Partnerships like this strengthen our ability to support the communities we serve.

POTS is deeply honored to have been nominated for a Partnership Impact Award! This nomination celebrates the spirit of service that drives our staff and volunteers each day. Public voting is open until 12 PM EST on March 23. Cast your vote here! nycservice.org/msrp-public-vo…

A smile can be part of the solution too! $30 (Early Bird through March 22): Provides 56 meals worth of groceries for families facing food insecurity. $45 (General Admission): Helps provide 9 hot lunches for individuals who might otherwise go without. eventbrite.com/e/pots-junior-…

Breaking the cycle of poverty means ensuring people have access to the resources, guidance, and opportunities needed to achieve long-term stability.

Access to food means access to stability. Through our partnership with City Harvest, pantries like POTS (Part of the Solution) can continue serving New Yorkers with dignity and care. Find a food pantry near you: nyc.gov/site/dycd/serv… #DYCD #CityHarves

Meeting essential needs is vital, but as Yancy explains, it’s not the full picture. Breaking the cycle of poverty requires a deeper investment. Through our mentorship program and educational partnerships, POTS strives to provide the resources necessary for enduring stability.

Thank you to @CathCharitiesNY for coordinating, organizing, and leading our trip to Albany this month. Their team expertly managed all logistics, providing all of us with the opportunity to advocate for our communities.