QCP’s 27th Annual “Evening of Fine Food” Draws 500+, Honors Chefs of the Year, and Presents Claire Shulman Spirit of Community Award Queens Centers for Progress brought together more than 500 people for the 27th annual “Evening of Fine Food” on February 28, an evening celebrating community, resilience, and the value of giving. The in-person event at Terrace on the Park in Flushing Meadows-Corona Park, Queens, raised more than $120,000 to support… Read More

On Saturday, April 29th QCP staff, families, program participants, avid runners and Queens Borough President, Donovan Richards, took Kissena Park by storm … literally! Despite the cold, windy, and rainy weather, over 100 dedicated individuals showed up to RUN, WALK or ROLL 3.1 miles in support of QCP and – thanks to our generous food sponsors – were treated to hot coffee, hot cocoa, and an array of delicious treats… Read More

Throughout April, our 164th Street DayHab Program participants worked hard in fundraising for their team for our annual Footsteps for Progress 5K Run/Walk/Roll. Our individuals hosted a flea market and sold wall hangers. While raising funds they worked on daily day skills such as, money management, socialization, team building and many more. What an amazing job by everyone involved!

Thanks to our on-going partnership with the St. John’s University Women’s Track and Field Team, our TeamQCP Program Participants enjoyed a day of FUN and EXERCISE with the team during their 2023 Community Service Week mid-April. Thanks to the SJU Women’s Track and Field Team and coaches, QCP’s individuals continue to benefit from the spirit of SPORTSMANSHIP and CAMARADERIE, while bolstering their self-esteem, and personal achievement.

On March 10,. 2023, the College of Staten Island held a “Save our Services” Rally on the grounds of the Willowbrook Mile. The rally was focused on advocating for increased funding for direct support professionals (DSPs) and the investment in the future of our services for people with intellectual disabilities.