What they reported doing
- #1 primary $3.27MTo provide clients with housing, food, clothing, and counseling.
- #2 $1.37MVA Grant and Per Diem Program to provide transitional housing to homeless male & female veterans, case management and assistant in finding permanent housing to provide clients with housing, food, clothing and counseling.
What they call their work
What they do
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Veteran Benefits and Reintegration Support 3 activities
- Deliver case management and supportive services for veteransProvides comprehensive case management to veterans, including needs assessment, service coordination, resource identification, and assistance accessing housing and essential services. Services are delivered to veterans in residential programs and those transitioning to permanent housing.
- Offer pro bono legal services to veteransOperates a pro bono legal clinic that assists veterans with VA benefits applications and appeals, as well as landlord/tenant legal issues.
- Provide supplemental support services for veteransOffers holiday assistance, transportation support, car donations and repairs, moving assistance, and recreational activities such as BBQs, fishing trips, and sporting events to enhance quality of life and community engagement for veterans.
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Furniture and Household Essentials Provision 1 activity
- Distribute household essentials and clothing through supportive programsManages the Linen Closet program and operates a thrift store that provides vouchers for clothing, furniture, and household items to veterans and community members in need, supporting families transitioning to stable housing.
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Food Distribution and Hunger Relief 1 activity
- Operate food pantries for veterans and community membersRuns a central food pantry at its Bay Shore headquarters and maintains satellite pantries at all residential locations, providing emergency nutritional assistance to veterans and nonresidents. The pantry distributes food and toiletries on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.
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Workforce Readiness Training 1 activity
- Provide employment readiness and reintegration support for veteransOperates the Homeless Veteran Reintegration Program and offers training in resume writing, job readiness, job search, and interview skills to help veterans secure sustainable employment and achieve self-sufficiency.
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Supportive and Emergency Housing Services 1 activity
- Provide shelter and housing services to homeless veterans and familiesOperates emergency shelters, transitional housing, and permanent supportive housing programs for homeless veterans and families across Long Island. The organization manages 58 facilities, including group homes, emergency shelters, and single-family residences, with services aimed at securing stable housing.
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Who runs it
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frank Amalfitano | CEO/President | 40 | $178K |
| Jacqueline DeLeonardis | COO / VP | 40 | $142K |
| Tom Siegel | Controller | 40 | $137K |
- Adam Wood ESQ — Board President
- Claudia Troiano — Secretary
- David M Barshay ESQ — Board Member
- Edward J Blaskey — Board Member
- Frank Bono — Board Member
- Grace Mehl — Vice President
- James Smith — Board Member
- John R Yancigay — Treasurer
- John-Michael Peters — Board Member
- Kevin O'Connor — Board Member
- Michael Hults PE — Board Member
- Phil Boyle — Board Member
- Ralph Rosella ESQ — Board Member
- Steven Kahane — Board Member
Who they work with
- Baptist Health Partner — Leadership partner supporting United Veterans Beacon House programs.
- HUD Government — Government funder supporting residential services
- HumanHire Partner — Partners with HumanHire to expand employment opportunities for veterans who do not qualify for the Homeless Veteran Reintegration Program.
- Mother Cabrini Foundation Funder — Funder supporting United Veterans Beacon House programs.
- NYS Department of Labor Government — Funds the Homeless Veteran Reintegration Program at United Veterans Beacon House Inc.
- NYS OTDA Government — Government funder supporting residential services
- Nassau County Government — Location of residential programs operated by United Veterans Beacon House.
- New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (via DSS) Government — Funds and oversees the DSS Emergency Shelters program.
- Stop & Shop Partner — Accepts Stop & Shop gift cards to support families in purchasing essentials.
- Suffolk County Government — Government funder supporting residential services
- Suffolk County Government — Location of residential programs operated by United Veterans Beacon House.
- Target Partner — Accepts Target gift cards to support families in purchasing essentials.
- U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Government — Administers the VA Grant and Per Diem Program in partnership with the organization.
- Veteran Administration Government — Government funder supporting residential services
- Walmart Partner — Accepts Walmart gift cards to support families in purchasing essentials.
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Client Autonomy Through Flexible Supportmethodology: client_choice_modelBy distributing gift cards instead of pre-selected goods, we increase client autonomy and financial literacy because veterans can prioritize their own needs, leading to more dignified and effective support.
- Comprehensive Reintegration Modelmethodology: two_generation_approachBy combining health care referrals, job training, benefits assistance, and employment placement, we enable veteran self-sufficiency because economic independence and health stability are mutually reinforcing.
- Housing-First Approachmethodology: housing_firstBy providing immediate access to temporary and permanent housing without preconditions, we stabilize veterans' living situations because secure housing is foundational to addressing other challenges such as health and employment.
- Integrated Case Management for Holistic Stabilitymethodology: holistic_case_managementBy conducting comprehensive assessments and providing individualized case management, we connect veterans with tailored services because addressing interconnected needs—such as housing, health, and employment—produces more sustainable outcomes.
- Stabilization Through Essential Goods Provisionmethodology: housing_stability_via_goodsBy supplying household essentials during transitions to permanent housing, we reduce re-homelessness risk because material stability lowers stress and supports sustained tenancy.