THE NEW YORK TIMES COMMUNITIES FUND

For more than 100 years, The New York Times Neediest Cases Fund has raised money for those in need through the generous contributions of Times readers. Each year, the Neediest Cases Fund holds a fund-raising campaign during the holiday season, with stories in The New York Times describing the travails of families and individuals in distress. The Neediest Cases Fund then distributes the funds from the campaign to seven large multi-service agencies that serve New Yorkers of all denominations in the metropolitan area. The New York Times Company covers all administrative costs of the program, so every dollar donated to the Neediest Cases Fund goes directly to provide for those in need through the seven agencies. The Neediest Cases Fund may also contribute funds from its endowment to address an immediate and urgent need.