City Living NY’s
Resource Newsletter
March 24th, 2026
YT4Y Train-the-Trainers Program
The Fostering Youth Success Alliance (FYSA) is partnering with One Voice Impact to launch the YT4Y Train-the-Trainer Program! This virtual training program will prepare participants to become trainers and facilitate the Youth Thrive curriculum in their communities. The training will prepare you to lead Youth Thrive 4 Youth trainings and is a great opportunity to further develop as a professional.
If selected to participate in the training, you must be able to attend all 16 hours of the virtual training taking place on May 18th, 19th, 26th, and 28th. Participants who attend all 16 hours will receive a $250 stipend.
FYCSI Benefits Program
The Foster Youth College Success Initiative (FYCSI) has resources available to support former foster youth who are currently enrolled at a CUNY or SUNY school.
Funding can be used to cover tuition and fees, transportation, books and school supplies, tutoring and more!
If you are interested, reach out to your CLNY social worker and they can assist you with completing and submitting a consent form. Upon submission you should also follow up with your school’s financial aid office.
Upcoming Job Events
Newborn Home Visiting Program
First-time parents in parts of the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens are able to access free parenting supports from the NYC Department of Health! A trained professional will come visit you at your home to provide education, screenings, and referrals for key health topics. These include breastfeeding, safe sleep education, early intervention, home safety, and more!
To be eligible you must reside in one of the eligible ZIP codes.
To enroll, call 311 or 718-637-5235 and ask about the Newborn Home Visiting Program.
Mother’s Day with CLNY
Save the date!
CLNY will be celebrating Mother’s Day on Saturday May 9th!
Email invite to follow next month.
Free Tax Prep
Tax season is upon us…But thankfully there are many free tax prep services available to New York City residents. You are eligible if you make less than $97,000/yr (with children) or less than $68,000 (single).
You can find find a list of all the documents you need to file your taxes and a complete list of free tax prep sites using the links below.
Recipes
Ravioli Lasagna
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb Italian sausage
- 24 oz jar marinara sauce
- 20 oz 4-cheese ravioli
- 8 oz shredded mozzarella
- 2 tbsp basil leaves, torn
Instructions
~30 min
Serves 4
- Preheat oven to 450 F. Warm oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sausage and cook. Break up the meat until it is fully cooked and browned. About 6-7 min.
- Add marinara and cook stirring occasional until the sauce comes to a boil. About 2 min.
- Add ravioli and cook, stirring often, until sauce has thickened and ravioli is tender. About 3-5 min.
- Remove from heat. Transfer half the ravioli mixture to a bowl and set aside.
- Transfer the other half of the ravioli mixture to an oven-safe pan. Sprinkle with half of the mozzarella.
- Top with reserved ravioli mix, spreading evenly. Sprinkle remaining mozzarella on top.
- Bake until the mozzarella is melted and lightly browned. About 10 min. Top with basil and enjoy!
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