Author: Gab Ficano

Community Food Pantries Galore, Fall Ball, and More!

November 2025 | Mental Health MattersFood Pantries Galore Venture House responded to the federal government shutdown halting SNAP by hosting pop-up pantries across the boroughs. We partnered with community organizations such as Rising Ground in Queens and Calm Church in Staten Island to distribute canned, boxed, and fresh goods to hundreds of community members. “We do this as… Read more »

Celebrating Community: World Mental Health Day, Bowling Soirée Highlights & Food Pantry

October 2025 | Mental Health Matters This month, we celebrated World Mental Health Day and honored our amazing supporters at our Bowling Soirée Benefit on October 23rd. Together, we raised critical awareness for mental health recovery.  We proudly recognized leaders who exemplify generosity, partnership, and dedication to our mission. Their commitment helps ensure that Venture… Read more »

Media Spotlight, ‘Olympicnic’ Fun & Community Partnerships

September 2025 | Mental Health MattersVenture House in the News – Featuring Brooklyn & the Bronx Feature Venture House Brooklyn and the Bronx was featured on News12 New York recently highlighting our Brooklyn & Bronx Clubhouses. The story captured the new locations and how our members find purpose and community by working side-by-side with staff on daily… Read more »

Venture House in Action: Citywide Outreach and Community Connections

August 2025 | Mental Health MattersClubhouses are a game-changer: Mayor Adams Visits Venture House Bronx On August 12, Mayor Eric Adams and Dr. Michelle Morse, Acting Commissioner of the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, visited Venture House Bronx to celebrate the first expansion of the city’s clubhouse network in over 30 years. Backed by… Read more »

Join the fun! Our Bowling Soiree tickets are now available for purchase! Don’t Miss Out!

Location: Lucky Strike (formerly Bowlero)222 West 44th St. New York City, NYThursday, October 23th, 20256:30 PM – 10:00 PM Purchase Tickets Sponsorship Packages Bowling. Music. Food.Connection. Come together for a night of fun in support of mental health recovery. Secure your tickets today and make an impact.Dress code: Business Casualbit.ly/VHBowlingBenefit Join us at the Bowling… Read more »

Venture House supports people with mental illnesses

The members at Venture House are running a business while building critical skills. Staff members help them create resumes and apply to jobs with the skills they learn while volunteering. Venture House in Fordham is a clubhouse that is run by and for adults with mental illnesses. Members volunteer to take on tasks like cooking,… Read more »