New York, NY – New York City Mayor Eric Adams, alongside the Mayor’s Office of Nonprofit Services (MONS), has officially launched “NYC Nonprofit Week,” highlighting the essential role nonprofit organizations play in serving vulnerable communities across the five boroughs. The initiative comes with the announcement of a major contracting breakthrough: 812 human services contracts were submitted for registration on time ahead of Fiscal Year 2026, nearly doubling last year’s total of 430.

In total, 88 percent of FY 2026 human service contracts are already registered — the highest level achieved in five years. This milestone builds on the Adams administration’s unprecedented \$5 billion advance payments to city-contracted nonprofits this fiscal year.

Nonprofits as the City’s “Engine”

Mayor Adams underscored the centrality of nonprofit organizations in the city’s social fabric:

“Nonprofits are the engine that keeps New York City moving. These organizations are a lifeline for so many families, and we must have their backs,” said Mayor Adams. “Kicking off ‘NYC Nonprofit Week’ with this major milestone shows our deep commitment to supporting nonprofits every single day.”

Deputy Mayor for Strategic Initiatives Ana J. Almanzar echoed this commitment, stressing that nonprofits are both partners in service delivery and the heart of the city’s safety net.

A System Rebuilt for Timeliness and Trust

The achievement is credited to the Timeliness Initiative spearheaded by the Mayor’s Office of Contract Services (MOCS). The initiative focused on:

• Streamlining interagency communications
• Providing real-time technical assistance
• Upgrading PASSPort, the city’s digital procurement platform
• Building trust and clear communication between city agencies and nonprofit providers

City Chief Procurement Officer Kim Yu emphasized that the progress was about more than numbers:

“This is people-centered government in action — 88 percent of contracts submitted on time, with services ready to go on day one.”

Broader Reforms and Investments

The Adams administration has made nonprofit support a pillar of its governance. Recent measures include:

• ContractStat Relaunch (2024): A data-driven accountability tool to track contracting performance.
• Executive Order 47 (2024): Establishing chief nonprofit officers across agencies to expedite payments and improve coordination. Eighteen officers are currently serving.
• Nonprofit Advisory Council (2024): Bringing together sector leaders to strengthen the dialogue between City Hall and service providers.
• \$741 Million Workforce Investment (2024): Funding cost-of-living adjustments for an estimated 80,000 nonprofit human services workers — a workforce that is 66% female and 46% women of color.
• “Clear the Backlog” Initiative: Unlocking \$6 billion in long-overdue funds for nonprofits.

Voices From the Sector

The announcement drew praise from nonprofit leaders across the city.

• Tatiana Arguello, Executive Director of Nonprofit Staten Island, called the achievement “a critical step forward,” noting that “timely registration allows nonprofits to start the fiscal year without disruption.”
• Lisa David, President and CEO of Public Health Solutions, highlighted the importance of faster contracting in the face of federal funding challenges.
• Wesner Pierre, CEO of Partnership With Children, said the milestone “directly impacts our ability to provide essential services” and strengthens the city’s resilience.

Faith leaders also welcomed the shift. Reverend Dr. Darlene “Dr. Dee” Williams applauded the administration’s commitment to “people over paperwork,” ensuring that mission-driven organizations can deliver life-changing services without delay.

A Citywide Celebration

“NYC Nonprofit Week” was created in recognition of National Nonprofit Day (August 17) and will include visits from city executives to nonprofit organizations across New York. The week aims to showcase the city’s broader commitment to ensuring nonprofits are paid on time, fully supported, and empowered to serve children, older adults, people with disabilities, those experiencing homelessness, and other vulnerable New Yorkers.

By nearly doubling on-time contract registration and committing billions in investments, the Adams administration is setting a new standard for equity, trust, and efficiency in New York City’s partnership with nonprofits. As the city navigates economic and social challenges, this renewed commitment signals that when nonprofits succeed, New Yorkers succeed.

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