The Shield Institute

This #GivingTuesday join us in celebrating 100 years of service!!

We couldn't be more proud of the Pure Vision Artists, and the people who support them! This month, Clifford Chance Graduates UK featured the studio in a beautifully orchestrated digital exhibition. It is an honor to be featured by such a distinguished multinational law firm, with a great eye for fine art! Please join us in a round of applause for Carmen Esparza-Sanchez, Chase Ferguson, Dennis Yee, Leon McCutcheon, Susan Brown, Simone Johnson, and the entire PVA studio! #PureVisionArts

Can we get louder? Yes we can! Removing systemic barriers to access and inclusion for people with disabilities can in-part be achieved by making our voices heard on election day! Register by calling 1-800-FOR-VOTE or visit http://ow.ly/XBtB50Byby5 #nationalvoterregistrationday

On July 21st, the Medicaid Retainer funding for HCBS expired. These vital programs are crucial to our community’s recovery from the pandemic. What are HCBS and why are they important to Disabilities Rights? Watch this video by CQL, The Council on Quality and Leadership http://ow.ly/EyuA50ASLkK... Please, Sign this Letter Today! - Tell Congress we cannot be #forgottenfaces : Include Disability Supports in the COVID-19 Relief Package@TheRealANCOR https://ancor.org/amplifier

Keep #NYStrong - Feed A Family! Each dollar given supports full bellies and warm hearts. Give to families in the most pandemic-impacted neighborhoods in NY. Please consider, a gift in any amount to feed the hundreds of New Yorkers who need our help today!

Thank you to all of our volunteers and to Shield Assistant Principal Natalie Vargas, for making this large donation possible. Last week, we were able to send groceries to 65 families. Together, we are making a difference!

We are overcome with gratitude! @BaldorFoods donated a beautiful bounty of fresh produce, meats, and other staples to The Shield Institute Family Food Drive. Thank you for helping to keep our children and families #NYStrong, as we address food-insecurity in our city!