A Partnership with Purpose
Since 2020, Bank of America has supported The Floating Hospital through grants, volunteerism, and leadership development — enabling expanded relief, healthcare, education, and social…
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Something to smile about
We are thrilled to announce that Floating Hospital Dental Manager Ernesto Hart has received the 2026 Dr. Beverly A. Largent Access to Care Innovator…
A hand to lend, a heart to fill
We are delighted to note that National Volunteer Week is now taking place until April 25. The Floating Hospital volunteers are central to our…
A connection to President Lincoln
Back in the early ’80s—the 1880s that is—one of our doctors would have been a celebrity to everyone who came aboard The Floating Hospital…
Fifteen Hundred Checkups
In order to access the ship in the early days, all passengers were inspected by two doctors—one of our own and one from the…
A Day of Care, Comfort, and Connection
For women living in family homeless shelters, self-care is rarely a priority and is often difficult to access. Between work, managing childcare, and navigating…
News + Events/April 2026
A night to remember: Since 1866, The Floating Hospital has ensured that New York City families have what they need to survive and thrive…
News + Events/January 2026
Thank you for lighting the way | Platinum Seal of Transparency | 16 candles for 16 decades | In memoriam: Claudia Coger | Ship’s…
The Wonder of the Season
In December, Candy Cane Lane once again transformed The Floating Hospital’s Community Center into a jolly replica of Santa’s workshop, with twinkling lights, tinsel,…
A Record Flu Season
The flu season this year in the city and state is worse than usual, and in some ways even record-breaking. Although cases appear to…
Three-Hour Spree Warms the Holidays for Families
We are all feeling warm and fuzzy this December thanks to another generous cash donation for coats and clothing from Rise Light & Power…
On the Eve of 160
On the verge of The Floating Hospital’s 160th anniversary, external and internal changes that have occurred this year have been as reinvigorating as they…