TeamQCP Takes on the 2025 NYC Marathon

On November 2, 2025 our dedicated TeamQCP runners will join 50,000+ athletes at the starting line of the 54th Annual New York City Marathon, transforming personal goals into community impact. This inspiring group of first-time marathoners and seasoned veterans has already raised $15,000 for QCP’s mission to provide life-enriching programs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout Queens. As they prepare to conquer 26.2 miles through all five boroughs, there’s still time to support… Read More

A Celebration Nearly Five Decades in the Making!

After an incredible 47 years of dedication, passion, and unwavering commitment to our QCP family, Cindy Heller is embarking on her next great adventure — retirement! As Director of The Children’s Center, Cindy has been the heart and soul of countless young lives, transforming ordinary moments into extraordinary memories. From first days of school to graduation milestones, her gentle guidance and infectious enthusiasm have created ripples of joy that extend far beyond our classroom… Read More

Sizzling Success at Our Bellerose Campus’ Annual Summer BBQ

Our amazing partnership with the Rotary Club of Jamaica, Queens and NYPD Patrol Borough South brought the heat in the most delicious way possible. Picture this: NYPD officers and dedicated Rotarians trading their badges and pins for aprons, firing up the grills and serving up a feast that had everyone coming back for seconds (and thirds!). The campus was buzzing with laughter, fantastic music, colorful decorations, and the irresistible aroma of perfectly grilled favorites. Our participants… Read More

What a Night to Remember! Celebrating 75 Years at Our Annual Gala

The stars aligned perfectly for QCP’s 2025 Annual Summer Gala and 75th Anniversary Celebration – and what an absolutely spectacular evening it was! With over 225 amazing guests, incredible honorees, and an atmosphere buzzing with joy and community spirit, this milestone event exceeded every expectation. A huge congratulations to our phenomenal honorees: Greg Bianco and Paul Schuldiner for their unwavering leadership and support, and the incomparable Cindy Heller, whose nearly five decades of dedication to our APPLE… Read More

Dream Big, Shine Bright: QCP Kicks Off Inclusive Theater with Willy Wonka Kids

On Friday, June 27, over 400 lucky golden ticket holders witnessed something absolutely extraordinary—the debut of Willy Wonka Kids by The QCP Players Theater Program, a groundbreaking new initiative that’s turning dreams into reality! More than 100 talented individuals from QCP’s Day Habilitation program dove headfirst into Roald Dahl’s whimsical world, bringing pure imagination to life both on stage and behind the scenes. From show-stopping performances to stunning set design, from colorful costumes… Read More