CHALK Program

NewYork-Presbyterian Ambulatory Care Network

CHALK Choosing Healthy & Active Lifestyles for Kids

Our Impact/Outcomes

Investing in future leaders

  • Over 86 Youth Market interns have completed the program, several transitioning into full-time roles or post-secondary programs in nutrition or healthcare
  • 2 community advocates now in full-time roles at CHALK

Responding to food insecurity

  • Over 15,500 unique households reached
  • Over 4.4 million pounds of nutritious groceries distributed

Building resilient communities

  • Partnerships with over 100 community-based organizations and New York District 6 Schools
  • “We have been partners with the NewYork-Presbyterian CHALK initiative for several years now, and our experience has made us realize the level of commitment the CHALK team has for the Uptown Manhattan community. Our involvement in Open Streets has allowed us to provide free high-quality summer programming for our community, aligning with NYP's vision to make these enriching experiences a reality for all.” — from Jazz Power Initiative
  • “New York Presbyterian’s CHALK partnership with CLOTH is a demonstration of the Hospital’s commitment to work with community-based organizations who provide direct services and support to people we both serve.” — from CLOTH