The Family Resource Center of Peekskill

10/12/2026

Monday, October 12, 2026, is a U.S. federal holiday — officially Columbus Day — which many cities and states also observe as Indigenous Peoples’ Day

09/13/2026

Happy Sunday....Big Apple Feature: see flyer....Have a nice day!🌹🇺🇸

09/12/2026

Happy Sat ....Big Apple PSA: The waiting list will be open from September 14, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. through October 12, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. for elderly persons. CVR Section 8 will be accepting applications for the Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Program at the following sites designated for elderly applicants (age 62 and older):
Mount Vernon: Grace Terrace, 125 S. 5th Avenue
New Rochelle: Maple Center, 35 Maple Avenue
Peekskill: Peekskill Plaza, 901 Main Street; Wesley Apartments, 801 South Street
Sleepy Hollow: Sleepy Hollow Senior Housing, 124 Valley Street
Tarrytown: 62 Main Street, 10 Windle Park
White Plains: Kingsley House, 41 Barker Avenue
Yonkers: Finian Sullivan Tower, 1 Fr. Finian Sullivan Drive
The waiting list for tenant-based Housing Choice Vouchers and non-elderly PBV developments will remain closed.
Applications will be accepted online only through the New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) Applicant Portal:
HCR Section 8 Applicant Portal -

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Written requests for persons with disabilities or persons needing assistance should be put in writing to the applicable Local Administrator Office.

09/11/2026

09/07/2026

09/06/2026

Sunday Blessings ….Big Apple feature- Dionne Warwick ‘Over and Out- Farewell Tour’ coming to Peekskill Paramount - show your love for our USA National Treasure 9/17/26 at 8 pm 2. "Just because someone is getting married - it does not mean they are safe" Dr. James Perry, Senior Pastor Mt. Olivet Baptist Church + Peekskill Area Pastors Association President .... Mt Olivet + other collaborative partners welcomes all - as they bring attention to stop domestic violence in the community at its up coming Peekskill, NY | Event: "Brides March" Date: 9/26/26 Sat. Time: 10 am - Location: Mt. Olivet Church (Peekskill, NY - MOBC Summitt) address: 11 G Franklin Wiggins Plaza, Peekskill, NY (this DV Event was started after a Bride Sis Glades Rehart who was murdered on her wedding day by her "spouse").......Dr. Perry's statements to his congregation today Sunday 9/6/26 - " Dv its real...it does not matter what the issue is.....too many women in particular are victims and have lost their lives...its an epidemic that we need to expose - to shut it down....a person could be sitting next to someone who is their abuser" 3. Other upcoming Peekskill events all are welcomed - Jan Peak Church welcomes all to its 4th Annual Rock the Riverfront Green (Peekskill) Event - in partnership with area churches - all are invited this Sat to come out for a day of food, fun, and fellowship at the Peekskill, NY - Riverfront Green - Date: 9/12/26 this Sat: 10 am until - 5 pm 4. Former Peekskill Mayor Rainey will host his annual Youth Kickball Tournament - all are welcomed ....the event which will be held at Depew Park, Peekskill NY - Sunday 9/13/26 - Time: 12:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. - sponsorships are welcomed + donations 5. Join Mt Olivet this Friday at 12 - 1 pm. in observance of 911 - in remembrance of the innocent victims whose lives were lost for a moment of silence...light refreshments will be served at the Mt. Olivet Baptist Church Summit 11 G Franklin Wiggins Plaza, Peekskill, NY - all are welcomed 6. Happy Labor Day Holiday Weekend 🌹🇺🇸✨🎉

08/21/2026

Happy Thursday - Big Apple Feature: Despite the heavy rain persons showed up in droves to the Blue Resource Center's Back to School Book Bag outreach held earlier today packing out the Mt. Olivet Baptist Churches Summit..... Some even arrived early at 1 pm although the event was slated to start at 4 pm. yet they waited patiently initially in the rain for the Back to school help that the Blue Resource Center nonprofit offered along with its collaborative community partners.... I arrived to see the churches parking lot filled to capacity despite the damp grounds.... Great job Shero Executive Director - Tuesday Paige McDonald ....Elected officials in attendance were: the Honorable Senator Peter Harckham, The Honorable Peekskill School's Superintendent Dr. David Maurico...plus local clergy..... Also in attendance were Sisters of the Zeta Sorority, Sister's of the AKA Sorority, the Peekskill NAACP, Black Diamonds, + many others in show of support.... Main lead collaborative partners where: Mt. Olivet Church (host site), Mt. Lebanon Church, Peekskill School District, +..... Shout out to Sis Tuesday's college age son - who did a phenomenal job DJing the event while volunteers gave out bookbags + served refreshments + handed out educational materials.... it truly takes a village ... Props to the Blue Resource Center - keep up the amazing work (you rock)⭐️🌠🎖️ FRC of Peekskill, Inc. was proud to be a donor of this worthy youth empowerment positive outreach initiative

07/04/2026

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06/29/2026

All praises to the Divine 1st + foremost....Sunday Blessings .... Big Apple Feature: International Star Sammulous + Band did a fabulous job headlining the Westchester County's Juneteenth Event at the Kensico Dam this afternoon....it was truly my honor to meet him....Rock on to the Fabulous one and only Sammulous + Band... Happiest of birthdays and many more Star ...keep up the awesome work...you deserve the very best 🌹🤩🔥🥇🌠💌🇺🇸 recommend for all events, special occasions, etc... talented - a singer to singers, courteous, professional....hardly gets better....

06/25/2026

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