SGSNY is thrilled to announce we have reached our 250th Anniversary Appeal goal, with donations and pledges reaching $2.5 million over the course of a 3-year period.

During her NYC visit, HRH The Countess of Wessex visited St. George's Society of New York’s new office at 866 United Nations Plaza. She met with staff, members of the Executive Committee, scholars and a senior beneficiary to learn about SGSNY’s work. Additionally, the Countess unveiled a plaque marking her visit.

On a recent visit to Ms. Priya, one our senior beneficiaries, Manton Social Worker Julie Rosenberg was shocked to discover that this 71-year-old woman had been sleeping on a sagging cot every night. Julie shares how SGSNY helped Ms. Priya make her home a safer and more comfortable space.

David Drinkwater was elected President of St. George’s Society of New York at the 252nd Annual General Meeting held virtually on 25th January 2022. David succeeds Frank E. Morgan II. We caught up with our new President to learn more about him and his vision for SGSNY.

We are delighted to welcome four new members to SGSNY's Board of Directors. Udi Chattopadhyay, Hannah Gräfin von Waldersee, Dan Morris and Kay Nichols were elected to serve at the 252nd Annual General Meeting.

SGSNY Program Coordinator Jessica Sims manages the Weatherstone Families Support Fund. She shares her recent experience meeting one of our families, the McCaughans, during their trip to NYC for cancer treatment for 4-year-old Mollie.

Members of St. George’s Society of New York joined us for our 252nd Annual General Meeting held virtually on Tuesday 25th January 2022. The virtual gathering reported on the previous year’s activities and impact as well as plans for 2022. A key item of business was to elect the Board of Directors.

Our Board of Directors was delighted to welcome SGSNY's Honorary President, Emma Wade-Smith OBE, British Consul General in New York, at a delicious whisky tasting event under the expert guidance of The Balvenie Brand Ambassador, Naomi Leslie. Emma and her husband John, joined us at our newly renovated office last December.

St. George’s Society of New York hosted our annual English Ball at The Pierre on Tuesday 26th October, representing a jubilant return to in-person events after having to cancel last year’s gala. The threat of the first Nor’easter of the winter could not dampen the enthusiasm of our community. The evening raised over $600,000 for our charitable programs with 200 guests celebrating the achievements of our 2021 honorees: Sir Rocco Forte, Chairman of Rocco Forte Hotels, Paula Kerr-Jarrett, noted Philanthropist and Social Entrepreneur, and John Shannon, former Almoner of SGSNY. They received the Medal of Honor, Commonwealth Award and Order of St. George’s Society, respectively.

St. George’s Society of New York (SGSNY)—one of the oldest charities in America—awarded their 2021 Commonwealth Award to Jamaica’s Paula Kerr-Jarrett, noted Philanthropist and Social Entrepreneur in recognition of her immense contributions to the Jamaican community. The award was introduced by former Jamaican Consul General, Geneive Brown-Metzger and Sir Richard Branson, via video, at the annual English Ball on Tuesday 26th October 2021 at The Pierre in New York City.

It is with the deepest gratitude and some sadness that we announce the impending semi-retirement of our beloved Mary Lamasney. Mary has been with St. George’s Society of New York for 13 years, working with over 500 seniors. Her final day as full-time staff will be 31 October 2021, at which time Julie Rosenberg will take over as the full-time Manton Social Worker.

This October marks one year with Clare Risman in her role as Executive Director. She shares reflections on her experience, and her hopes for the future ahead.

After more than a year apart, we were delighted to host afternoon teas for our Manahattan and Brooklyn-based beneficiaries in September.

We are delighted to introduce Jessica Sims as the newest member of the SGSNY team! As our new Program Coordinator, she will oversee the administration of our charitable programming, volunteer initiatives and events. Please join us in extending a heartfelt welcome to Jessica as she begins her journey at SGSNY.

SGSNY Executive Director, Clare Risman sat down with Amanda Reynolds, Founder & Coach of Blend Associates LTd. to discuss their unique approaches to coaching and leadership team development, their continued partnership with SGSNY and how SGSNY members can take advantage of Blend's offerings.

We are pleased to announce that 25 CUNY students from across NYC's five boroughs have been selected to receive scholarships for the 2021-2022 academic year. Established in 2008, SGSNY’s Scholarship Program seeks to close the education and opportunity gap by providing critical financial aid and professional development opportunities to final-year students from historically underserved communities. This year’s cohort represents 11 Commonwealth nations and an exciting range of academic disciplines including nursing, anthropology, accounting, digital media and social work. Thank you to the donors and partners who made this year's awards possible.

Check out #SGSNY's Executive Director Clare Risman on The United States of Dramerica podcast where she talks about #SGSNY's history and the wide range of assistance we provide today, as well as what it's like running a charity during a global pandemic, how donors are treated like investors and ways of giving beyond just financial.

It is bittersweet to announce that Eliane Abou-Assi will be leaving her role as Community Outreach & Events Manager.

SGSNY Executive Director, Clare Risman and 2020 Scholar Jasmine Jackson sat for with BronxNet OPEN Host Daren Jaime to discuss the impact of SGSNY’s Scholarship Program for local CUNY students.

It is with great sadness that we mourn the passing of HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, and express our deepest sympathy to Her Majesty the Queen. Members of the SGSNY community share their reflections and condolences.