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Who we are

Built on connection.
Driven by possibility.

We believe people move forward when they have access to information, opportunity, and a community that cares.

Our mission

Powering people.
Strengthening communities.

Surmount New York connects New Yorkers with essential resources and programs to overcome challenges, build resilience, and uplift communities.

We are a volunteer-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving New York City and Westchester. Our work brings together resource access, youth development, and opportunities to take action.

People behind the purpose

Learning together.
Taking action together.

In classrooms and community spaces, Surmount creates opportunities to learn, contribute, and connect.

A student leads a classroom presentation about PB and J Drive
PB and J Drive · A student shares the purpose behind the service.
A Resource Fellows facilitator discusses community challenges and resources at a workshop board
Resource Fellows · Turning community questions into shared learning.

Watch our story

Neighbors Helping Neighbors

Get to know Surmount New York and the community connections at the heart of our work.
5 minutes, 39 seconds

01 / Awareness

Understand
the need.

Make community challenges visible and help people understand the resources around them.

02 / Access

Connect people
with support.

Make it easier to find essential services and understand the next step toward getting help.

03 / Advancement

Create room
to grow.

Give young people opportunities to learn, contribute, and build their capacity to lead.

Our leadership

Community is at
the heart of the work.

Surmount New York is led by Founder & Executive Director Elijah Washington, with the support of a volunteer team working across programs, community resources, operations, and advancement.

Our volunteers bring their time and skills to a shared goal: making it easier for New Yorkers to move forward.

Meet our volunteer team →

Our governance

Board of directors.

Meet the board members supporting Surmount New York’s mission and guiding our work.

Board Chair

Pedro E. Feliciano Jr.

Secretary

Kiara Wilson

Board Member

Alyssa Valentin

Help shape what comes next.

Interested in joining our board of directors? Email HR@wesurmount.org to learn more.

Donors, foundations, and community partners

Connect with Surmount.

Interested in supporting youth leadership, community service, or access to local resources? Contact our team to discuss program results, current funding needs, and partnership opportunities.

Email our team ↗contact@wesurmount.orgCall or text: 914-517-0709Send us a text →

There’s a place for you here

Progress takes
all of us.

Give your time. Share your skills. Help make the next step possible.

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