Serving Districts
Founded in 1869, the New York Public Welfare Association is the oldest public welfare association in the United States. We independently represent and advocate for New York's 58 local social services districts.
We are not a state agency. Instead, we serve a vital role in the public welfare landscape by providing essential opportunities for exchanging ideas, developing new initiatives, and refining critical programs and services.
We empower districts, policymakers, social service commissioners, and partner agencies with critical information, rigorous policy analysis, and technical assistance necessary to advance public welfare progress across New York State.
