Graham Windham

Graham Windham is a private nonprofit organization based in New York City. It provides comprehensive support and services to children, young adults, and families facing challenges such as abuse, neglect, and systemic poverty.

Established in 1806 by Elizabeth Schuyler Hamilton and other prominent women, Graham Windham has evolved from an orphanage into a leading innovator in family and youth development.

The organization offers a wide range of programs designed to empower individuals and strengthen communities. These include:

• Family foster care
• Adoption services
• Child abuse prevention through family strengthening and parenting programs
• Behavioral supports
• After-school and youth development
• College and career access and support
• Mental health services

Graham Windham serves over 4,500 children and families annually.

Locations and Facilities

The organization operates across multiple sites including Brooklyn, the Bronx, Harlem, and Westchester County.

The primary headquarters is located at One Pierrepont Plaza, 9th Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11201.

Other locations include:

• Brooklyn
• The Bronx
• Harlem
• Westchester County, including The Graham School in Hastings-on-Hudson

Programs and Initiatives

One flagship initiative is Graham SLAM (Support, Lead, Achieve, and Model). It provides long-term education and career coaching for young adults from high school through college or vocational school.

As of 2016, approximately 200 young people participated in Graham SLAM, with plans to expand services to 1,000 individuals.

Graham Windham also runs Beacon and Cornerstone Activity Centers at public schools and public housing in Manhattan and the Bronx. These programs offer:

• Tutoring and extracurricular activities during the school year
• Assistance with admission to competitive schools and colleges
• Full-day summer camps and summer jobs for youth

All services are provided free of charge to the community.

Advocacy and Impact

In addition to direct services, Graham Windham engages in advocacy work to drive systemic change and address harm caused by the family regulation system.

The organization focuses on community leadership development and policy reform to create environments where children and families can thrive.

Through its innovative programs and unwavering commitment, Graham Windham continues to have a life-altering impact on youth and families in New York City.

Locations Provided

New York, NY, USA