New York City Mayor Eric Adams and the Mayor’s Office of Nonprofit Services (MONS) launched “NYC Nonprofit Week” to highlight the city’s support for nonprofit organizations that provide essential services to vulnerable New Yorkers. As part of the celebration, the administration announced a major contracting milestone: 812 human service contracts were submitted for registration on time for Fiscal Year 2026, nearly double the total from last year. Overall, 88 percent of planned contracts are now registered—the highest percentage in the past five years—building on Mayor Adams’ unprecedented $5 billion in advance payments to city-contracted nonprofits.
Mayor Adams emphasized the critical role nonprofits play in keeping the city functioning and providing services to families across the five boroughs. Deputy Mayor Ana J. Almanzar echoed this, noting that nonprofits are both partners and the backbone of the city’s safety net, and highlighted the administration’s commitment to giving them stability, resources, and respect to continue their work effectively. MONS Executive Director Michael Sedillo praised the collaboration between city agencies and nonprofit providers, noting the tireless work of public servants in achieving timely contract registrations.
The Mayor’s Office of Contract Services (MOCS) attributed this milestone to the administration’s focus on improving interagency communication, building trust, and streamlining the contracting process. The “Timely Registration Initiative” has enhanced transparency, offered real-time technical assistance, and upgraded the city’s PASSPort digital procurement platform to ensure nonprofits receive consistent support at every stage of contracting.
NYC Nonprofit Week coincides with National Nonprofit Day on August 17, celebrating organizations that deliver critical services for children, older adults, people with disabilities, justice-involved individuals, and those experiencing homelessness. Throughout the week, city leadership will visit nonprofit organizations to recognize their contributions and reinforce the administration’s commitment to timely payments and operational support.
The announcement also highlights broader policy efforts by the Adams administration to strengthen the nonprofit sector, including the relaunch of ContractStat for data-driven accountability, the establishment of chief nonprofit officers in city agencies to expedite payments and communications, and the formation of the city’s first Nonprofit Advisory Council. Investments include a $741 million cost-of-living adjustment for roughly 80,000 human services workers and over $1.4 billion in wage enhancements for the sector.
Earlier initiatives such as “Clear the Backlog” have unlocked over $6 billion for nonprofits, ensuring timely payment for vital services. City and nonprofit leaders, including Reverend Dr. Darlene Williams, Tatiana Arguello, Eichakeem McClary, Lisa David, and Wesner Pierre, praised these efforts, emphasizing that timely contract registration strengthens service delivery, supports vulnerable communities, and builds a more resilient and equitable city.
