Who We Are

The Grand Street Way

Building a Brighter Future on a Historic Foundation

Grand St. Settlement’s history is long and storied. Birthed from the efforts of our founder, Rose Gruening, Grand St. Settlement has grown into one of the largest, most impactful, and most trusted social services organizations in New York City. The one thing that hasn’t changed? Our focus on supporting our neighbors.

Our History

Grand St. Settlement was founded in 1916 by Rose Gruening to support families of immigrants arriving in New York City looking for housing, jobs, and in search of the American dream. Her first step was creating Camp Moodna, an innovative summer camp providing children the chance to enjoy a healthy and engaged atmosphere outside of the city. Over the next century, Grand Street would expand to Brooklyn and the Bronx to become a nonprofit leader for children and families, and bring communities together, all building off the legacy left behind by Rose Gruening.

Our History

Grand St. Settlement was founded in 1916 by Rose Gruening to support families of immigrants arriving in New York City looking for housing, jobs, and in search of the American dream. Her first step was creating Camp Moodna, an innovative summer camp providing children the chance to enjoy a healthy and engaged atmosphere outside of the city. Over the next century, Grand Street would expand to Brooklyn and the Bronx to become a nonprofit leader for children and families, and bring communities together, all building off the legacy left behind by Rose Gruening.

Our History

Grand St. Settlement was founded in 1916 by Rose Gruening to support families of immigrants arriving in New York City looking for housing, jobs, and in search of the American dream. Her first step was creating Camp Moodna, an innovative summer camp providing children the chance to enjoy a healthy and engaged atmosphere outside of the city. Over the next century, Grand Street would expand to Brooklyn and the Bronx to become a nonprofit leader for children and families, and bring communities together, all building off the legacy left behind by Rose Gruening.

Our Impact

Grand Street serves over 17,500 New Yorkers throughout the city through vital early childhood, youth, and older adult programs infused with impactful benefits assistance, casework, and a vast network of partners. Grand Street is a leader in advocacy, working alongside government partners to ensure that our neighbors’ voices are heard. The landscape and needs of New York City are constantly changing and Grand St. Settlement’s agile staff are experts at addressing those needs head-on. Learn more about the state of the Settlement here.

Grand Street serves over 17,500 New Yorkers throughout the city through vital early childhood, youth, and older adult programs infused with impactful benefits assistance, casework, and a vast network of partners. Grand Street is a leader in advocacy, working alongside government partners to ensure that our neighbors’ voices are heard. The landscape and needs of New York City are constantly changing and Grand St. Settlement’s agile staff are experts at addressing those needs head-on. Learn more about the state of the Settlement here.

Our Vision

Grand St. Settlement’s board-approved strategic plan sets the blueprint for the next phase of our work empowering our neighbors. The plan focuses on key areas including expansion, infrastructure, culture, and more. This strategic vision informs Grand Street’s advocacy, impact, and partnerships and positions us to strengthen and expand to neighborhoods with the highest need.

Grand Street Team

Learn more about the leadership driving Grand St. Settlement’s success.

Learn more about the leadership driving Grand St. Settlement’s success.

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Our Partners

Grand Street collaborates with community based organizations, funders, and legislators to provide high-quality programs and services for our community. We’re thankful for partnerships that empower our participants and create exciting opportunities.

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Place-Based Programming

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At Grand Street we value community. With best-in-class benefits, signing bonuses for teachers, professional development, and a welcoming culture, Grand Street is an agency of choice for over 600 staff.
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Join our Team

At Grand Street we value community. With best-in-class benefits, signing bonuses for teachers, professional development, and a welcoming culture, Grand Street is an agency of choice for over 600 staff.

Start a career where YOU are valued.

Available Positions

Join our Team

At Grand Street we value community. With best-in-class benefits, signing bonuses for teachers, professional development, and a welcoming culture, Grand Street is an agency of choice for over 600 staff.
Start a career where YOU are valued.

Available Positions

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2025 Grand Street Settlement. All right reserved.

80 Pitt Street, New York, NY 10002

212-674-1740

Grand St. Settlement is a registered 501(c)(3)

2024 Grand Street Settlement. All right reserved.

80 Pitt Street, New York, NY 10002

212-674-1740

Grand St. Settlement is a registered 501(c)(3)

2025 Grand Street Settlement. All right reserved.

80 Pitt Street, New York, NY 10002

212-674-1740

Grand St. Settlement is a registered 501(c)(3)