Press Release: Mayor Mamdani and Mayor’s Office of Nonprofit Services Recognize Nonprofit Partners During NYC Nonprofit Week
“Being recognized as a nonprofit partner by NYC Emergency Management is especially meaningful this year as we mark the 25th anniversary of 9/11 and NYDIS’ founding,” said Peter B. Gudaitis, M.Div., Executive Director & CEO of New York Disaster Interfaith Services (NYDIS). “In the decades since, NYDIS and NYCEM have shown time and again that coordination between government and the faith sector is vital to New York City’s resilience. Government brings expertise and resources, but effective disaster response also depends on trusted faith leaders and local networks, rapid volunteer mobilization, and emotional and spiritual care. Working together helps us bridge resource gaps and reach vulnerable communities faster. New York City’s nonprofit and faith communities are the human heart of our neighborhoods, every day and in times of crisis.”