Welcome back! As Green Chimneys students head back to the classroom, they’ll immerse themselves in nurturing nature-based programs and forge meaningful connections with peers, staff and special animal partners. School is a place of learning, self-discovery, and personal growth. Here’s to building new skills and achieving great things…together!
About us
Green Chimneys is a multi-faceted nonprofit helping young people to maximize their full potential by providing education, residential, clinical and recreational services in a safe and supportive environment that nurtures connections with their families, the community, animals, and nature.
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http://greenchimneys.org/careers
External link for Green Chimneys
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Brewster, New York
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1947
- Specialties
- special education, social services, animal assisted therapy, animal assisted activities, therapeutic school, farm, wildlife rehabilitation, nature-based education, social work, animal assisted activities, animal assisted interventions, human animal interventions, and residential treatment
Locations
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400 Doansburg Road
Brewster, New York 10509, US
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33 Clearpool Road
Carmel, NY 10512, US
Employees at Green Chimneys
Updates
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Another amazing summer has come to a close! Our campers had a blast with classic activities from swim and sports to crafts and outdoor adventure, plus out-of-this-world theme weeks like Sci-Fi, Wild West, and Time Travel. A huge thank you to our fantastic counselors and staff, and to the families who make our camp community so beloved. We know the memories and friendships of this season will carry on for all of our campers, and we can’t wait to see you all next summer!
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Four years ago, Ezra struggled with anxiety, social interactions, and classwork. At Green Chimneys, he has thrived in our nature-based therapy programs. Your support of our Fall Campaign can help turn things around for more children like Ezra. Please give today! https://lnkd.in/enBh8hXy
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Last week, we welcomed 8 camels and their handlers for Class-Act Camels, a 3-day workshop for camelid enthusiasts to train in best practices for leading camel-assisted activities with humans. Guided by visiting experts and the Green Chimneys Equine Team, attendees heard presentations about creating animal-assisted programs, camel behavior and veterinary topics, and practiced important handling techniques, such as leading camels through an obstacle course. Green Chimneys Equine Program Manager Sam Arevalo observes our students connecting with animals daily – including our own camel Phoenix – and took great pride in sharing her expertise to teach others how to bring that back to their homes so they can spread the positivity among the camel world. Thank you to all those who participated!
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Keep up with Green Chimneys and check out the August eNews at: https://conta.cc/3WBKNHD
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The next Human-Animal Interaction Conference is happening April 25-26, 2025! Get your tickets now to explore "People, Animals, and Nature: The Restorative Power of Relationship" with experts in animal-assisted and nature-based models. Enjoy interactive sessions, hands-on learning, and discussions with thought leaders. Ideal for mental health professionals, educators, and anyone passionate about these connections. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e7bfKCyF
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Last week, 138 golfers braved the heat at Sunningdale Country Club for the Samuel B. Ross Golf Classic, raising over $150,000 for Green Chimneys programs! A huge thank you to our golfers, sponsors, and volunteers for their incredible support. Check out the photos: https://lnkd.in/eEKjYjdq
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Today marks the birthday of Green Chimneys Co-Founder Myra Mattes Ross. We’re so grateful for her nearly 65 years of dedication as an educator and through her work as Clinical Coordinator and Director of Admissions. Myra was the heart of Green Chimneys and forever focused on how we could best serve students’ learning and social-emotional growth. We celebrate her legacy of commitment to children, animals, and education. Thank you, Myra, and happy birthday!
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For the 2024 summer camp season, Green Chimneys offered a total of $98,642 in camp scholarships to 47 local families, with an average scholarship amount of $2,100. Scholarships were provided to campers enrolled at our Hillside and Clearpool summer camps, as well as to young campers enrolled at our Summer Sprouts Preschool program. We are very grateful to our dedicated partners, whose generosity has helped children of all means experience a summer of fun and learning in nature: - The Barbara Apisson Testamentary Trust - Bedoukian Research, Inc. - The Caroline Previdi Foundation - George P. Wakefield Trust - Peckham Foundation
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Calling All Golfers: the Green Chimneys Golf Classic needs you! On August 5th, enjoy a great day of sport, amazing food and meet new people. Each year, the Golf Classic raises nearly $125,000 from our generous sponsors and golfers. Those funds are directed to Green Chimneys’ innovative education and animal-assisted therapy for children with special needs and support the care of our animals, too. Join the game: www.greenchimneys.org/golf
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