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We’re thrilled to announce that DOROT has been named a finalist in the 4th Annual NYC Imagine Awards. The NYC Imagine Awards was created to offer formal acknowledgment to some of NYC metro’s most effective and innovative nonprofit organizations. The 4th Annual NYC Imagine Awards nonprofit competition will take place on Tuesday, October 29, 2024 […]

In partnership with NYC Council Member Gale Brewer, we’re excited to offer seniors the opportunity to receive a bag of locally grown produce for $10 (a $15+ value) throughout the growing season in 2024! With pay-as-you-go pricing, you can enjoy fresh produce at a great value when it’s convenient for you. The produce is ordered […]

DOROT mourns the loss of Dr. Ruth Westheimer, z”l, the renowned sex therapist, author, and Holocaust survivor who passed away at the age of 96. We were honored to feature Dr. Ruth at our 2021 Annual Benefit, where she shared words of wisdom on building social connections with host Ari Melber. Revisit their charming exchange […]

For this week’s Summer College Intern Digital Takeover, we’re hearing from Alexandra Aghedo, a rising senior at Hunter College, who is interning with DOROT’s Kosher Meals at Home program. Read below for Alexandra’s reflections on her internship experience so far: “During my internship with the Kosher Meals at Home Department, I’ve had the opportunity to […]

Judi Squire has been a volunteer with DOROT for seven years! In her time with DOROT, she has worn many volunteer hats—Package Delivery volunteer, office volunteer, Tech Coach, Friendly Visitor, and Response Team volunteer. She was recently recognized for her volunteer efforts by UJA-Federation of New York — pictured above with Laura Klein (left), Director […]

Earlier this week, Mark Meridy, DOROT’s Executive Director, was featured at the 2024 Global Loneliness Awareness Summit in Washington, D.C., as a speaker on the panel, “Understanding Social Isolation & Loneliness Across Diverse Communities.” Meridy, who has been key in establishing DOROT as a leader and innovator in the field of social isolation and loneliness, […]

We’d like to extend a tremendous thank you to the 250 guests who joined us for our Annual Benefit at The Harmonie Club of NYC on May 22, who helped make the event a record-breaking success. The Benefit celebrated the impact of DOROT’s work and honored Board Member Jennifer Perkins for her exceptional devotion to […]

We are excited to share that Mark Meridy, DOROT’s Executive Director, has been named a 2024 Nonprofit Trailblazer in City & State Magazine! City & State’s Nonprofit Trailblazers list recognizes visionary leaders that make a positive impact on our city and state by carrying out critical work at nonprofit organizations. In the more than 15 […]

We are excited to share that DOROT has achieved national accreditation in strategic volunteer engagement by AL!VE (Service Enterprise Program.)  Achieving Service Enterprise accreditation is a prestigious accomplishment. In fact, we have joined the top 11 percent of nonprofits nationwide in volunteer management and organizational performance. Accreditation signifies that we have the capability and management […]

As we continue Volunteer Appreciation Month, we’re traveling to DOROT Westchester to celebrate Shoshana! Shoshana Bederman has volunteered with DOROT Westchester for several years. She’s volunteered with a plethora of programs including, Friendly Visiting, Package Delivery, Telephone Friends, Caring Calls, and most recently, a facilitator for Tables & Tea, Westchester’s monthly game day for older […]