Venture House in Action: Citywide Outreach and Community Connections 

Clubhouses 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 a $30 million investment, 13 clubhouses across the five boroughs will serve more than 6,600 New Yorkers by 2027. Read More

The press conference began with Elizabeth ‘Liz’ Leal, a Venture House member who shared how Venture House helped her transition into employment. Liz story underscored the transformative impact of Clubhouses. 

“My name is Elizabeth, and I’m a proud native of Washington Heights, New York. For the past 25 years, I’ve been actively involved with the clubhouse, and I’m confident to say I’ve been transforming my life in countless ways.

When I was in high school, I got into a serious altercation and was expelled from school. Due to the consequences of my actions, at 16 years old, I was homeschooled. My options were slim, but because no school wanted to accept me due to my history, nonetheless, I graduated high school with an advanced regents diploma”.  Read More

Investing in Mental Health Access and taking action to see the impact firsthand.

This year, our Young Adult program has experienced a significant increase in enrollment. Thanks to your support, we expanded our outreach to High Schools and organized community-building events. Our objective is to reach out to the Young Adult population, supporting their development into independent citizens of the community.

On August 20, New York State Assembly Member Yudelka Tapia presented Venture House with a $200,000 check to support Clubhouse programming. We are deeply grateful to Assembly Member Tapia for her commitment to expanding access to mental health services and for her attention to the urgent needs of our communities.

Council Member Nantasha Williams toured our Queens Clubhouse to learn about our Clubhouse model and mental health services. These visits are vital, helping local leaders understand community needs, reduce stigma, and find ways to better support mental health resources in their districts. Venture House invites those interested to learn more about our program and its community impact.

Email cmerveille@venturehouse.org and schedule your tour today.

Hoops & Community: 2nd Annual Basketball Tournament

The Venture House Annual Basketball Tournament took place on August 24 at the Roy Wilkins Recreational Center in Queens. Tiana Coleman, a member, initiated the event which gathered members, staff, and supporters to promote teamwork and raise awareness about mental health.

Venturing Out: VH Continues to Build Community Across NYC in partnership with DOT

Venture House joined NYC Summer Streets for the first time this summer, bringing mental health resources, giveaways, and family fun to all five Boroughs. Our band, Ventura, even rocked the streets of Harlem! Thank you to NYC DOT for making mental health a priority. Partner With Us! Email Caden Merveille, Director of Development to learn how you can partner with Venture House 

Venture House Staten Island: Expanding Outreach and Support Through Mobile Pantry

Our Staten Island Clubhouse team recently visited local housing programs, offering mental health resources and a mobile pantry to assist residents and enhance community connections. We invite you to join us in creating a positive influence by either donating or helping raise awareness about our mental health services. For further information on how you can participate, please reach out to Lara Emmanuel, Director at lemmanuel@venturehouse.org.

A vibrant evening of connection and celebration dedicated to advancing mental health recovery. Purchase tickets HERE

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Even a small donation can make a big difference in someone’s recovery.