For generations, Lower Manhattan’s neighborhoods have attracted people from all over the world seeking promise and transformation. Since 1889, these residents have had a community anchor giving them the tools to overcome struggles and take advantage of opportunities — Educational Alliance (EA).
Educational Alliance (EA), one of New York City’s original settlement houses, was founded in 1889 to offer educational, social, and cultural services to Jewish immigrants arriving to the Lower East Side. Today, EA is a proudly Jewish institution that partners with our neighbors throughout Lower Manhattan. We provide New Yorkers with high-quality, transformational programs that enhance their well-being and socio-economic opportunities, reflecting our belief that everyone in our city should be given the tools to thrive.
Learn more about our network of centers and programs by exploring the links below.
Manny Cantor Center (MCC) serves people of all ages and backgrounds, empowering them to flourish and reach their full potential. Located on the Lower East Side, our offerings and social services include an award-winning Early Childhood program, a historic community art school, a state-of-the-art fitness center, a newly renovated Teen Center, mental health supports, dynamic older adult programming, community Shabbats and holiday celebrations, and more.
The 14th Street Y (14Y) is the JCC for Lower Manhattan. Each year, tens of thousands of New Yorkers come to 14Y as members, visitors, or partners to experience our high quality and varied programs centered around arts and culture, early childhood education, afterschool, summer camps, fitness and aquatics, Jewish life, and older adult services.
Our Center for Recovery and Wellness (CRW) is an addiction treatment and recovery program committed to serving whole individuals, whole families, and whole communities. We offer culturally competent, evidence-based programs and services that strengthen individuals and communities, enhance resiliency, and foster lasting recovery.
Our Community Schools & Youth Development (CSYD) department plays an integral role in delivering high-quality youth development programming throughout the Lower East Side with services embedded in the school day, afterschool programs, and summer enrichment opportunities.
Co-op Village Naturally Occurring Retirement Community (NORC), located at 465 Grand Street, is a social service program for adults over 60 who reside in the East River, Seward Park, and Hillman Co-ops. We help older adults successfully “age in place” by providing responsive support services and opportunities to engage in dynamic educational, social, and arts-related programming.
At the Sirovich Center for Balanced Living, we believe all older New Yorkers deserve to age with dignity while remaining connected to a vibrant community of their peers. We offer nutritious meals, a wide variety of classes and activities, assist members with maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and more.
Discover why community is not just helpful in recovery – it’s essential.
Educational Alliance has been a crucial support for the people in our communities for over a century. In this moment of crisis, we will continue to do all that we possibly can to feed those who are hungry.
Our historic Educational Alliance Art School has been teaching newcomers and people of all ages and backgrounds for more than a century. Learn about our art school’s community-oriented approach and what makes it so unique.
We are proud to partner with the many wonderful organizations below who know Educational Alliance has the solutions New Yorkers need.
One thing has always been true of New Yorkers: we give back when we can. Donate to Educational Alliance today and help make a difference in your community.