The Floating Hospital
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For 160 years, we have provided unrestricted healthcare and relief to New York City’s most vulnerable residents, regardless of identity or ability to pay. For them we are an island of stability in their often turbulent, and ever-changing world.
The Floating Hospital joined the Long Island City Walk & Talk tour on 1/24, organized by New Yorkers for Parks and the Play Fair Coalition. Elected officials, open space advocates, and LIC residents toured potential green space sites in what is currently one of the least green districts in NYC.
January 29, 2026 at 5:01 PM
The Floating Hospital joined the Long Island City Walk & Talk tour on 1/24, organized by New Yorkers for Parks and the Play Fair Coalition. Elected officials, open space advocates, and LIC residents toured potential green space sites in what is currently one of the least green districts in NYC.
December’s Candy Cane Lane served more than 1,000 visitors—843 of them children—providing new coats, sneakers, winter clothing, pajamas, toys, games, books, and other gifts for the holidays. Some 4,700 items were received in all, making it a happier holiday for kids in need of some joy.
January 23, 2026 at 5:31 PM
December’s Candy Cane Lane served more than 1,000 visitors—843 of them children—providing new coats, sneakers, winter clothing, pajamas, toys, games, books, and other gifts for the holidays. Some 4,700 items were received in all, making it a happier holiday for kids in need of some joy.
From all of us at The Floating Hospital—thanks for standing with our patients. Your generosity keeps our doors open, shuttle rolling and team ready to help families create new possibilities. We’re all grateful for your trust and belief that every family deserves care without barriers.
January 1, 2026 at 11:39 PM
From all of us at The Floating Hospital—thanks for standing with our patients. Your generosity keeps our doors open, shuttle rolling and team ready to help families create new possibilities. We’re all grateful for your trust and belief that every family deserves care without barriers.
Tonight, your gift matters most, ensuring reliable care for families with nowhere else to turn. In 2026, new deduction rules for charitable gifts take effect. Lock in the best tax value for your generosity while you stand with us to meet this moment.
Spark someone’s new beginning in this new year.
Spark someone’s new beginning in this new year.
December 31, 2025 at 7:47 PM
Tonight, your gift matters most, ensuring reliable care for families with nowhere else to turn. In 2026, new deduction rules for charitable gifts take effect. Lock in the best tax value for your generosity while you stand with us to meet this moment.
Spark someone’s new beginning in this new year.
Spark someone’s new beginning in this new year.
Our biggest news this year was our selection as one of 80 Action for Women’s Health awardees worldwide, but we felt seen in other ways as well, including Bank of America’s Neighborhood Builders Grant, news coverage and the many ways big and small that donors helped our patients in times of crisis.
December 28, 2025 at 10:39 PM
Our biggest news this year was our selection as one of 80 Action for Women’s Health awardees worldwide, but we felt seen in other ways as well, including Bank of America’s Neighborhood Builders Grant, news coverage and the many ways big and small that donors helped our patients in times of crisis.
You can be the reason a family moves from crisis to stability. Your doubled gift becomes transportation that shows up in all weather, medical and dental care delivered with dignity, counseling that steadies a parent’s heart, and tools to help families rebuild their lives brick by brick.
December 24, 2025 at 12:57 AM
You can be the reason a family moves from crisis to stability. Your doubled gift becomes transportation that shows up in all weather, medical and dental care delivered with dignity, counseling that steadies a parent’s heart, and tools to help families rebuild their lives brick by brick.
It started with the vision of a waiting room filled with patients reading books. Now, Foundation Board Chair Joan Brancaccio, has brought that dream to life in our main clinic and other sites where she and staff, interns and volunteers bring books and also read to children.
December 19, 2025 at 10:50 PM
It started with the vision of a waiting room filled with patients reading books. Now, Foundation Board Chair Joan Brancaccio, has brought that dream to life in our main clinic and other sites where she and staff, interns and volunteers bring books and also read to children.
Every day, families come to our clinics searching for healing, relief and hope. Join the challenge: If you give today, our Foundation Board will take your generous donation further than you imagined, doubling its impact with a 1:1 match—while those funds last. Your kindness truly matters right now.
December 17, 2025 at 5:26 PM
Every day, families come to our clinics searching for healing, relief and hope. Join the challenge: If you give today, our Foundation Board will take your generous donation further than you imagined, doubling its impact with a 1:1 match—while those funds last. Your kindness truly matters right now.
Warm memories of camp!
Although temperatures have chilled and the holidays are on the way, we are still warmed by the joy and discovery we witnessed at Camp Rise Up in August. Enjoy these memories and witness in real time the positive change in the lives of these teens. Links in comments
Although temperatures have chilled and the holidays are on the way, we are still warmed by the joy and discovery we witnessed at Camp Rise Up in August. Enjoy these memories and witness in real time the positive change in the lives of these teens. Links in comments
December 11, 2025 at 6:40 PM
Warm memories of camp!
Although temperatures have chilled and the holidays are on the way, we are still warmed by the joy and discovery we witnessed at Camp Rise Up in August. Enjoy these memories and witness in real time the positive change in the lives of these teens. Links in comments
Although temperatures have chilled and the holidays are on the way, we are still warmed by the joy and discovery we witnessed at Camp Rise Up in August. Enjoy these memories and witness in real time the positive change in the lives of these teens. Links in comments
Delexis calls The Floating Hospital “a magical place” because supporters like you turned a grim chapter into hope for her family.
After fleeing violence, they found compassion and care with us that gave them the strength and health to change their lives.
Be that refuge for the next family.
After fleeing violence, they found compassion and care with us that gave them the strength and health to change their lives.
Be that refuge for the next family.
December 9, 2025 at 5:43 PM
Delexis calls The Floating Hospital “a magical place” because supporters like you turned a grim chapter into hope for her family.
After fleeing violence, they found compassion and care with us that gave them the strength and health to change their lives.
Be that refuge for the next family.
After fleeing violence, they found compassion and care with us that gave them the strength and health to change their lives.
Be that refuge for the next family.
In the season of peace, gratitude and giving, it would not be the holidays around here without the joyous moments of Candy Cane Lane, taking place 12/8-12/12. New toys, books, coats, winter gear, socks, sleepwear for adults and children, and gift cards are all needed. See link in comments.
December 7, 2025 at 5:50 PM
In the season of peace, gratitude and giving, it would not be the holidays around here without the joyous moments of Candy Cane Lane, taking place 12/8-12/12. New toys, books, coats, winter gear, socks, sleepwear for adults and children, and gift cards are all needed. See link in comments.
Thank you for giving hope on Giving Tuesday! Because of your generosity, more families will receive the healthcare and essentials they need. Whether you gave, shared our mission, or spread the word, you made a real difference.
By standing with us, you are building a healthier, stronger community.
By standing with us, you are building a healthier, stronger community.
December 3, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Thank you for giving hope on Giving Tuesday! Because of your generosity, more families will receive the healthcare and essentials they need. Whether you gave, shared our mission, or spread the word, you made a real difference.
By standing with us, you are building a healthier, stronger community.
By standing with us, you are building a healthier, stronger community.
On #GivingTuesday, make a difference for families who need it most. Your donation helps children and adults in shelters and domestic violence safe houses receive the care and necessities they lack. But sharing our post to raise awareness is important too.
You can help them build a brighter future.
You can help them build a brighter future.
December 1, 2025 at 7:12 PM
On #GivingTuesday, make a difference for families who need it most. Your donation helps children and adults in shelters and domestic violence safe houses receive the care and necessities they lack. But sharing our post to raise awareness is important too.
You can help them build a brighter future.
You can help them build a brighter future.
We are one of 80+ organizations selected for funding by Action for Women’s Health. Chosen from some 4,000 applicants, we’re thrilled to be included in this exclusive cohort of global innovators delivering equitable solutions for women's health and for the additional resources for our patients.
November 12, 2025 at 4:16 PM
We are one of 80+ organizations selected for funding by Action for Women’s Health. Chosen from some 4,000 applicants, we’re thrilled to be included in this exclusive cohort of global innovators delivering equitable solutions for women's health and for the additional resources for our patients.
The Health Resources Services Administration recently awarded an Improving Access to Care badge to The Floating Hospital based on last year’s reporting. The HRSA badges recognize health centers that have made notable achievements in access to care and we are gratified to receive this recognition.
November 8, 2025 at 12:52 AM
The Health Resources Services Administration recently awarded an Improving Access to Care badge to The Floating Hospital based on last year’s reporting. The HRSA badges recognize health centers that have made notable achievements in access to care and we are gratified to receive this recognition.
Congratulations to our 2025 Waverunners Team (Wakim Andre, Shannon Bennett, Abiola Oke, Lily Round and Ashley Sandberg), who successfully ran the TSC NYC Marathon while they raised money to support our “more than healthcare” programs. You looked great out there, and we are so grateful. 🙏
November 3, 2025 at 7:52 PM
Congratulations to our 2025 Waverunners Team (Wakim Andre, Shannon Bennett, Abiola Oke, Lily Round and Ashley Sandberg), who successfully ran the TSC NYC Marathon while they raised money to support our “more than healthcare” programs. You looked great out there, and we are so grateful. 🙏
Knowledge is power and knowing your status is a first step to a healthier future for you and those you love. Understanding this, The Floating Hospital offered free and discreet HIV testing on 10/22 in our community center with information on PrEP and PEP, a workshop and giveaways. #knowyourstatus
October 24, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Knowledge is power and knowing your status is a first step to a healthier future for you and those you love. Understanding this, The Floating Hospital offered free and discreet HIV testing on 10/22 in our community center with information on PrEP and PEP, a workshop and giveaways. #knowyourstatus
Strikes or not, no one was spared a good time at our “Strike Up Hope” bowling event on Oct. 14 at Lucky Strike Times Square, where every frame supported our vital programs. Thanks to Charlene Prounis, and our sponsors Calcium, Real Chemistry, New Dawn Communications and HBA's WIH Giveback team.
October 15, 2025 at 9:12 PM
Strikes or not, no one was spared a good time at our “Strike Up Hope” bowling event on Oct. 14 at Lucky Strike Times Square, where every frame supported our vital programs. Thanks to Charlene Prounis, and our sponsors Calcium, Real Chemistry, New Dawn Communications and HBA's WIH Giveback team.
Help a child in temporary housing dress up for Halloween with new or gently used costumes. We have a wishlist on Amazon and costumes can also be shipped to The Floating Hospital, 21-01 41st Avenue, Long Island City, NY 11101. Drop-off available M-F, 8am-5pm. Costumes must be received by 10/21.
October 14, 2025 at 5:50 PM
Help a child in temporary housing dress up for Halloween with new or gently used costumes. We have a wishlist on Amazon and costumes can also be shipped to The Floating Hospital, 21-01 41st Avenue, Long Island City, NY 11101. Drop-off available M-F, 8am-5pm. Costumes must be received by 10/21.
This weekend, women without the resources or time for their health received screenings and vital information along with meals, massages and other goodies at our fall Women’s Wellness Day. Thanks to AICF, Direct Relief, Dreamwear, Henna by Sumalya and Fatima, Jersey Mike’s, Matter, Primp, and others.
October 6, 2025 at 7:42 PM
This weekend, women without the resources or time for their health received screenings and vital information along with meals, massages and other goodies at our fall Women’s Wellness Day. Thanks to AICF, Direct Relief, Dreamwear, Henna by Sumalya and Fatima, Jersey Mike’s, Matter, Primp, and others.
If being mindful, self-aware, emotionally resilient and connected to a wider community sounds good to you, “Flourish Your Wellness Journey” may be just the thing you need to achieve these personal goals and more. Contact our Community Outreach team at 718-784-2240 to join us or for more details.
October 2, 2025 at 9:33 PM
If being mindful, self-aware, emotionally resilient and connected to a wider community sounds good to you, “Flourish Your Wellness Journey” may be just the thing you need to achieve these personal goals and more. Contact our Community Outreach team at 718-784-2240 to join us or for more details.
Join us for “Strike Up Hope!” our Oct. 14 bowing event at Lucky Strike Times Square to raise money for our vital programs. Register individually or as a team of four. Sponsorship packages can help even more people receive the healthcare, education and essentials they need to build a stable future.
September 18, 2025 at 10:33 PM
Join us for “Strike Up Hope!” our Oct. 14 bowing event at Lucky Strike Times Square to raise money for our vital programs. Register individually or as a team of four. Sponsorship packages can help even more people receive the healthcare, education and essentials they need to build a stable future.
National Diaper Need Awareness Week highlights the high cost of diapers and their critical role in accessing child care and early education. We always need diapers for our patients. To donate, please contact Education at 718-784-2240 x777. We especially need sizes 3, 4, 5, 6 and pull-ups.
September 16, 2025 at 9:21 PM
National Diaper Need Awareness Week highlights the high cost of diapers and their critical role in accessing child care and early education. We always need diapers for our patients. To donate, please contact Education at 718-784-2240 x777. We especially need sizes 3, 4, 5, 6 and pull-ups.
Quit buggin’ and get the vax. Now is the time to protect yourself from winter bugs like the flu.
Arm yourself with the flu shot! We have it and more at The Floating Hospital. Follow the link for more info: www.thefloatinghospital.org/flu
Arm yourself with the flu shot! We have it and more at The Floating Hospital. Follow the link for more info: www.thefloatinghospital.org/flu
September 12, 2025 at 9:52 PM
Quit buggin’ and get the vax. Now is the time to protect yourself from winter bugs like the flu.
Arm yourself with the flu shot! We have it and more at The Floating Hospital. Follow the link for more info: www.thefloatinghospital.org/flu
Arm yourself with the flu shot! We have it and more at The Floating Hospital. Follow the link for more info: www.thefloatinghospital.org/flu
Strike Up Hope in Times Square!
Round up your friends or coworkers for a fun night that helps NYC families rise.
Tue, Oct 14, 6-8 pm
Lucky Strike Times Sq., Pop Room, 222 W 44th St.
Bowling shoes, food, soft drinks + one free beer or wine & prizes! Tickets www.thefloatinghospital.org/strike-up-hope
Round up your friends or coworkers for a fun night that helps NYC families rise.
Tue, Oct 14, 6-8 pm
Lucky Strike Times Sq., Pop Room, 222 W 44th St.
Bowling shoes, food, soft drinks + one free beer or wine & prizes! Tickets www.thefloatinghospital.org/strike-up-hope
Strike Up Hope — The Floating Hospital
Lace up, bowl and roll with purpose: Help a family rise. Every pin knocked down is a step towards good health and stability.
Your participation helps provide essentials, from diapers to life-changing ...
www.thefloatinghospital.org
September 10, 2025 at 10:34 PM
Strike Up Hope in Times Square!
Round up your friends or coworkers for a fun night that helps NYC families rise.
Tue, Oct 14, 6-8 pm
Lucky Strike Times Sq., Pop Room, 222 W 44th St.
Bowling shoes, food, soft drinks + one free beer or wine & prizes! Tickets www.thefloatinghospital.org/strike-up-hope
Round up your friends or coworkers for a fun night that helps NYC families rise.
Tue, Oct 14, 6-8 pm
Lucky Strike Times Sq., Pop Room, 222 W 44th St.
Bowling shoes, food, soft drinks + one free beer or wine & prizes! Tickets www.thefloatinghospital.org/strike-up-hope