

What is Universal Pre-K?
What is Universal Pre-K? Universal Pre-K, or UPK, is a government-funded preschool program, which means it’s free to those that attend. In New York State, only a select number of school districts offer UPK. Why Is Universal Pre-K Important? In the 2013 State of the Union address, President Barack Obama said, “Education has to start… Continue Reading →


The Neighborhood Center 2020 Calendar – exciting advertising opportunity for local businesses!
We are offering a great opportunity to partner with the Neighborhood Center, Inc. where you can make a difference! For more information on ways you can help our cause through advertising/sponsorships, please Click Here and contact Jeff Gornick, Director of Development at (315) 272-2622 or JeffG@neighborhoodctr.org. Our mission at The Neighborhood Center is to enrich… Continue Reading →


Clinical Director, Shawn Johnston’s Interview with the Observer Dispatch
June 17th, 2019 – Our very own Shawn Johnston, Clinical Director, was interviewed by the Observer Dispatch this week for their Monday Morning Conversation piece. Johnston discussed her role as Clinical Director and why she returned to The Neighborhood Center – – find the interview HERE.


Welcome Shawn Johnston, Our New Clinical Director
Utica, NY – June 3 2019 – We’re proud to announce that we have hired Shawn Johnston as our new Clinical Director. Johnston will oversee clinics in both Utica and Rome, where she will be responsible for clinical management of mental health services provided to children, youth and adults with behavioral healthcare needs as well… Continue Reading →


Welcome Jeff Gornick, Fund Development Coordinator
Utica, NY – We are proud to announce that we have hired Jeff Gornick as the Fund Development Coordinator. Jeff will support our mission to build a stronger community by promoting awareness and fund development. After 34 years at M. Griffith/Baird, Jeff Gornick has retired to devote more time to his family and his passion:… Continue Reading →


Welcome Lauren Lottermoser, Director of Marketing & Public Relations
Please help us in welcoming our new Director of Marketing and Public Relations, Lauren Lottermoser! Utica, NY – May 29th, 2019 – Lottermoser will support our mission to build a stronger community by promoting awareness and advocating for needs. Lottermoser brings with her five years of not-for-profit experience in marketing, social media, event planning, newsletters,… Continue Reading →


May is Mental Health Month Marks 70 Years
The Mental Health Stigma During the month of May, we will observe Mental Health Month to raise awareness of mental illness. One in five adults in the United States lives with a mental health condition. This year, we are launching a campaign that builds on the successful #StigmaFree and #BeTheOne initiatives that have positioned stigma… Continue Reading →


The Neighborhood Center Celebrates Selection as a Hannaford Helps Reusable Bag Program Beneficiary
(Utica, NY) – The Neighborhood Center has been selected as a beneficiary of the Hannaford Helps Reusable Bag Program for the month of April 2019. The Hannaford Helps Reusable Bag Program, which launched in October 2015, is a reusable bag program that facilitates community support with the goal to make a difference in the community’s… Continue Reading →


Norm’s Child Care Challenge
As a long-standing board member and father of two, I have strong feelings about the importance of child cares’ role in a child’s development and the success of the family unit. You may have heard me talk about my feelings on this before. I strongly believe that if we are able to support one young… Continue Reading →


National CACFP week is March 17-23.
National CACFP week is March 17-23. During National CACFP Week, The Neighborhood Center, a New York State based non-profit sponsor of the CACFP joins with Oneida, Herkimer, Madison, Montgomery, and Fulton family child care providers in acknowledging the many ways our community benefits from the CACFP. Research also indicates that participating in the CACFP is… Continue Reading →


3rd Annual Gala Di Mistero set for April 5th
Masquerade Ball 2019 theme, “Atlantis: Adventure Under the Sea” Benefits The Neighborhood Center UTICA, NY…Celebrate with a mysterious and intriguing evening, “Gala Di Mistero,” 7 p.m. Friday, April 5th at Yahnundasis, New Hartford NY. This year the theme is a masquerade ball in Atlantis – Adventure Under the Sea. The evening, a benefit for The… Continue Reading →


THE 16TH ANNUAL AUCTION & DINNER EVENT TO RAISE FUNDS FOR THE NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER, INC.
The Marie A. Russo Neighborhood Center Institute is proud to announce that the 16th Annual Auction & Dinner in support of The Neighborhood Center, Inc. will be held on Friday, November 16th, 2018 at Harts Hill Inn. The event, which runs from 6-9pm is action packed with both a silent auction and live auction. Over… Continue Reading →