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When temperatures climb closer to 100°F, life on the streets can go from unbearable to deadly. When the predicted heat index reaches 95°F or higher, the City of New York declares a “CODE RED”. During a Code Red, the BronxWorks Homeless Outreach Team will be working hard to help our most vulnerable neighbors get off the streets and into shelter.

Designated cooling centers are open during a CODE RED all around New York City and the Bronx. If you are living without air conditioning and need a place to cool down contact 311 or click here to find a cooling center near you. Please check on your neighbors, especially the elderly and sick. Cooling centers are open and available to the public. More info

Leadership Council

The BronxWorks Leadership Council is a collection of committed people who bring unique knowledge, connections and skills that complement those of the formal directors to more effectively support the Agency. In addition, the Council will help BronxWorks to maintain formal and visible relationships with individuals who are important in our communities. Members serve as ambassadors and advocates for BronxWorks. The BronxWorks Leadership Council does not have formal authority to govern the Agency but can exert real impact and influence over the direction of the organization.

For more information contact Brennen Ryan at bryan@bronxworks.org.

Leadership Council

  • Samantha Scali, ChairOperations Manager
    Instant
  • Patricia Arellano, BronxWorks Leadership Council
    Patricia ArellanoManaging Director
    Simplicit Inc.
  • Steve Blochaviak
    Steve BlochaviakSenior Regional Manager, Retail and Eyecare
    LensCrafters, NC/VA/SC
  • Elmer Chavez
    Elmer ChavezSenior Associate, Investment Specialist
    J.P. Morgan Private Bank
  • Jameka Collina
    Jameka CollinsParent Coordinator
    NYC Public Schools
  • Dr. Donna Gaukler
    Dr. Donna GouklerOptometrist/Chief Clinical Director
    National Eyecare Associates/ EssilorLuxottica
  • Alana Goukler
    Alana GouklerNursing Student
    Xavier University
  • Jacob HuntAccount Executive
    180NY
  • Wendy Koranteng, BronxWorks Leadership Council
    Wendy KorantengFinancial Analyst, Private Wealth Management
    Goldman Sachs
  • Kate Machan, BronxWorks Leadership Council
    Kate MachanKnowledge Attorney
    Gibson Dunn
  • Sneha Mahajan
    Sneha Mahajan, CFPBanker
    J.P. Morgan Private Bank
  • Charlotte Phillips
    Charlotte PhillipsOperations Associate
    Incandescent
  • Christina Whittingham
    Christina WhittinghamOnline Communications Specialist, Development
    New York-Presbyterian