Based out of New York City, Henry Street Settlement functions as a social service organization for individuals in the Lower East Side. The group was founded by Lillian Weld in 1893, and today, it aids more than 50,000 people annually. Henry Street Settlement divides its offerings by category. Its Youth Programs cater to those between the ages of 2 and 24 and teach social skills, leadership qualities, and emotional health while allowing participants to take part in in theater, dance, visual arts, and other activities. Seniors can apply for Meals on Wheels, senior-companion programs, and the Naturally Occurring Retirement Community for Vladeck House residents. Those in need of health care can benefit from Henry Street Settlement primary and behavioral health care services. Moreover, people can sign up for job training and transitional or supportive housing through this entity. To aid in its mission, visit www.henrystreet.org. About the author: The former Chief Executive Officer of Oppenheimer Group, Stephen Robert has dedicated much of the past few years to Source of Hope Foundation. One of Robert's philanthropic initiatives with the group involved supporting the Henry Street Settlement.