The question of what it means to be human is one that unites us and defines us.
We are New Yorkers dedicated to creating opportunities for dialogue, reflection, and critical thinking to strengthen the bonds of civil society.
New Yorkers served through six grant–lines and related events
Awarded across all ten regions of the state
Grants given to local non-profits
On Wednesday, April 2, 2025, we received notice that funding allocated to us by Congress and disbursed by the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) was cancelled, effective immediately.
The loss of NEH funding portends a bleak future for the state’s cultural sector. We need your help to continue our mission.
A program at the New York Public Library coinciding with Banned Books Week serves as a good illustration of why HNY is investing in Community Conversations.
Plus: Learn about the series’ history, including how it’s changed over time to meet the needs of New Yorkers.
