Meet the Families Behind ADAPT’s Impact
Ever since its inception, ADAPT Community Network has been a family. In 1932, Jack and Ethel Hausman founded ADAPT, formerly United Cerebral Palsy of New York City. Since then, four generations of the Hausman family have contributed to the nearly century-long history of ADAPT. Thanks to its employee referral program, ADAPT employees often end up […]
Annual Indoor Golf Event Raises $15,000 for ADAPT Programs and Services
ADAPT Community Network’s second annual Indoor Golf Event was a success, raising over $15,000 for our programs and services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This year’s golf event took place on Wednesday, January 15th at Five Iron Golf Herald Square. Attendees were excited to bring out their golf clubs and play a number […]
ADAPT Partners with New York Islanders for Hockey with a Heart Event
On December 7th, 2024, ADAPT Community Network had the honor of being featured as the New York Islanders’ Hockey with a Heart nonprofit partner. At each of their games the Islanders partner with a select nonprofit organization for their 50/50 raffle, bolstering support and awareness for nonprofits like ADAPT Community Network and, helping them raise […]
ADAPT Celebrates the Life and Legacy of Edward R. Matthews
On Monday, February 3rd, 2025 at Giardino D’Oro, ADAPT Community Network hosted a Celebration of Life event to honor the late Edward R. Matthews, its CEO of 35 years. Over 100 guests attended the dinner and cocktail reception and spent the evening in celebration of Mr. Matthews and his legacy. Old friends, family members, and […]
ADAPT Celebrates Deaf Culture with Second Annual ASL Slam
ADAPT’s ASL Slam brings together participants from across the boroughs and is a vibrant celebration of Deaf culture and talent. The event features a wide range of performances that showcase both creative talent and raise awareness of how the Deaf community navigates their daily lives. At ADAPT’s most recent ASL Slam Rev. Kimberly Council, Deputy […]