A statement from Project Renewal on the killing of George Floyd

We acknowledge and mourn another horrific act of irreversible violence committed against a Black person by the police—the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis. Heartbreakingly, Mr. Floyd has now been added to a long list of police killings of Black people. These tragedies are devastating and shameful, and those responsible must be held accountable.

These acts of racial violence are unjust, unacceptable, and painful. Our sorrow is further deepened by the fact that we know so many in our community are deeply affected by systemic racism. Throughout Project Renewal’s 53-year history, we have seen homelessness and poverty disproportionately impact the Black community. As an organization, we are committed to fighting systemic racial injustice and its many manifestations in housing, healthcare, and employment disparities. 

Project Renewal stands with you and is working to be part of the solution. We are grateful to our staff, volunteers, Board of Trustees, Junior Board, and supporters for their dedication to New Yorkers experiencing homelessness—and to creating a just future for our city.