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Founded in 1869, the New York Public Welfare Association is the oldest public welfare association in the United States. We independently represent and advocate for New York's 58 local social services districts.
We are not a state agency. Instead, we serve a vital role in the public welfare landscape by providing essential opportunities for exchanging ideas, developing new initiatives, and refining critical programs and services.
We empower districts, policymakers, social service commissioners, and partner agencies with critical information, rigorous policy analysis, and technical assistance necessary to advance public welfare progress across New York State.
Social Services In the News
NEW! HHS Freezes Child Care and Family Assistance Grants in Five States for Fraud Concerns
January 6, 2026 — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services freezes $10 billion in federal child care and family assistance funds for California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota, and New York.
Winter Conference 2026
Cultivating Resilience
January 27-30, 2026
NYPWA 2026 Winter Conference: Sponsors-Exhibitors- Advertisement Information
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