Media Center
Welcome to the 914Cares Media Center — your source for press releases, organizational updates, brand resources, and information about our work serving families across Westchester County.
Media coverage plays an important role in raising awareness about the hidden needs facing children and families, and individuals in our community.
By sharing these stories, we can help bring greater visibility, compassion, and action to the issue of clothing and essentials insecurity in Westchester County.
For media inquiries, interview requests, speaking opportunities, or additional information, please contact Sarah Carmona.
Press Releases and News
News, magazines, blogs and other media coverage on 914Cares and its programs.
914Cares Appoints Lisa Horten as Chief Executive Officer
Westchester County, NY — February 23, 2026 — 914Cares, Westchester County’s leading nonprofit dedicated to addressing basic needs insecurity, is proud to announce the appointment of Lisa Horten as its new Chief Executive Officer. Horten brings a strong…
Diaper Distress: The Growing Dilemma of Families Being Unable to Afford Diapers
By Sarah Carmona Sarah Carmona is the Government Relations, Advocacy & Data Manager at 914Cares, in Westchester, NY. 914Cares is a basic needs distribution center and member of the National Diaper Bank Network that distributes approximately 1 million diapers to…
914Cares: A Community Effort to Help Neighbors in Need
An overview of how 914Cares makes a positive difference in the lives of neighbors Caring, compassion, and empathy toward neighbors. That’s how Jessica Reinmann is making the world a better place. When someone needs help, 914Cares, Reinmann’s nonprofit, finds a…
The Real Cost of Cuts: How SNAP and Medicaid Support Our Community
SNAP and Medicaid. We’ve been hearing about these government support programs in the media daily these past few months, with their funding facing the chopping block. But what exactly do they do? And how do they serve our community members? Lets break it down:…
914Cares Receives Transformative Grant From Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation
$160,000 Donation to fund vehicle purchase, Hygiene Bank, and Diaper Bank WESTCHESTER, NY — As 914Cares enters its 10th year of providing basic essentials to those in need across Westchester County, a $160,000 grant from the Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation…
Ten Things to Know About Poverty In Westchester
Chappaqua resident Jessica Reinmann founded 914Cares in 2014 when she became aware of the level of poverty that exists (somewhat quietly) across Westchester County. “The people we want to help go beyond simple statistics; they are individuals who deserve the same…
Inside 914Cares: A Lesson in “Actionable Generosity”
A tour through the 914Cares facility feels a bit like landing on a cloud where a group of earth angels are busy creating little miracles daily within a dizzying number of rooms with clearly marked shelves. Sooo many shelves. Sooo many helping hands. Santa’s elves have…
Nonprofit Update: Doing More With Less in Westchester County
Despite the lingering effects of COVID-19, the local nonprofit community is focused on a future of helping others and enriching the region. BDO International, a financial advisory firm, reports that during the pandemic, 35% of U.S. nonprofits showed an increase in…
News12 Westchester Feature
On Thursday, September 29, 914Cares received a donation of 20,000 diapers from Stop & Shop in conjunction with National Diaper Bank Awareness Week. News 12 Westchester stopped by our offices for a tour of our facilities, and to help us in our mission to educate…
Our Favorite Local Nonprofits
I feel fortunate to call Westchester County my home. Many of our neighbors and communities are focused on giving back and improving the places where we live and work. You can get involved with numerous organizations through volunteering and fundraising and donating…
914Cares Hosts 3rd Annual Westchester Poverty Symposium
On Thursday, March 10, the Westchester non-profit 914 Cares will host its 3rd Annual Westchester Poverty Symposium at The Capitol Theatre in Port Chester Under the umbrella of “Collaborate & Eradicate: Navigating long-haul poverty and the complexities of systemic…
Episode 7: Hometown Heroes: Jessica Reinman CEO of 914Cares
Not all heroes wear capes (although COVID has definitely brought the spandex back). Most heroes walk among us, shop alongside us, wait in the school pickup lines next to us. And while they do the ordinary, they are also doing things that are quite extraordinary. In…
914Cares Inaugural Poverty Symposium Spotlights Those in Need
The Westchester Poverty Symposium was an opportunity for individuals to come together to learn about innovative, community-driven partnerships focused on helping those in need. Elected officials, non-profit organizations and several school districts attended the…
(914) Cares Expands to North White Plains –Adopts Kids’ Kloset
Non-profit (914) Cares, formerly Chappaqua Cares, has moved to a new, larger location at 901 Broadway in north White Plains. (914) Cares facilitates efficient and impactful interactions between members of the community and local charities, helping to broaden awareness…
Westchester Non-Profit 914Cares Hosts its Inaugural Fundraising Event
Inaugural annual fundraising event held at Westchester Country Club Beach Club in Rye. In attendance were CEO Jessica Reinmann, Gala Chairs Jess & Mark Anfang and Jillian & Michael Pohly, Assemblyman Christopher Burdick, and 230+ of the organization’s donors,…
Speaking & Interview Opportunities
914Cares leadership and team members are available for interviews, panels, speaking engagements, and conversations related to:
If you are interested in booking a speaker or requesting an interview, please contact our media team.
If you want more information or any media assets, please contact april@914cares.org
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