Goddard Riverside strives toward a fair and just society where all people can make choices that lead to better lives for themselves and their families. We serve more than 20,000 New Yorkers each year with programs ranging from Early Childhood Education to Older Adult Centers.

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Wayne Tyre in the middle of two people smiling for the camera, holding a prize

“Two-Gen” Pioneer Wayne Tyre Honored

The head of our Resource Center was named to City and State’s 50 Over 50 List

A man in a red zipfront hoodie and dark knit hat poses for a photo with an out-of-focus apartment building in the background

“I’ve Finally Got a Place to be Safe”

Jason Rice’s road to recovery began with  housing—at our West 140th Street residence.

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9th Annual Women's History Artists Month from March 1st to 31st. 1mar 6:00PM

9th Annual Women’s History Artist Month

Every March, during Women’s History Month, Goddard Riverside’s Community Arts program hosts an exciting month-long intersectional, intergenerational, and interdisciplinary performance arts festival where mixed audiences gather to celebrate local women’s creative leadership .

We’re kicking off this year’s festival celebrating 93-yr old painter and UWS visionary, Nancy Brandon at this year’s opening reception. See our open viewing hours to enjoy Nancy’s artwork.

Learn more about W.H.A.M by visiting the W.H.A.M. 2024 webpage.

28mar 6:00PM

BIPOC Women’s Health Forum & Film Screening

Featuring A Little You: A Fibroid Story, the short film by Essence Mason and a talkback with a panel of experts in BIPOC Women’s Health including local OB/GYN putting women’s health issues front and center.

Free RSVP, Donations appreciated. Light refreshments served.

19april 11:00AM

Open Auditions: Upper West Side Talent Show

Are you a local performing artist Queen/King looking for your crown? Are you carrying a special talent yearning to be recognized? Does your granddaughter sing like Whitney? Are you a local band looking for more exposure? Does your son and his friends amaze everyone with their dance abilities? Book a time slot today for our open auditions on April 19th and 20th.

Welcoming talents and cultural displays of all kinds. Must be residents of Harlem, Bronx, Upper West Side.

Age Requirement: From 5 years to 105 years! Minors must be accompanied by a legal guardian

8may 6:00PM

Isaacs Center 60th Anniversary

Join us in celebrating 60 years of the Isaacs Center’s remarkable work on Wednesday, May 8th at 6:00 PM in midtown.

It’ll be a lively evening of cocktails, light bites, and celebration as we honor former Executive Directors and Board Chairs.