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When temperatures drop below freezing, the New York City Department of Homeless Services calls a Code Blue. Should you see anyone at risk, especially a homeless individual, please call 311. The BronxWorks Homeless Outreach Team will be dispatched to offer assistance.

BronxWorks food pantries operate on a client-choice model, allowing individuals to select the items they prefer. Distribution is based on family size to ensure appropriate support. We are appointment-based, and all clients must call the hotline (646.596.1316) on the designated call day to schedule an appointment. Appointments are issued on a first-call, first-served basis. Please note that some sites have limited availability, so we strongly recommend calling early, as appointments fill up quickly. Click here for a full list of BronxWorks pantry sites.

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 or 347.758.2437.

Leadership Council

  • Samantha Scali, ChairClient Success Manager
    Fairing
  • Patricia Arellano, BronxWorks Leadership Council
    Patricia ArellanoManaging Director
    Simplicit Inc.
  • 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 MachanSenior Litigation Counsel
    Hims & Hers
  • 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