Sun Life U.S. is a chief investor in HELP USA’s newest women’s shelter in Brooklyn, New York, reinforcing the company’s commitment to supporting initiatives that serve populations in need. Located in the Brownsville area of Brooklyn, the 200-bed shelter provides onsite medical care through a partner provider, mental health assessment, case work, and housing support to help clients find stability and connect them with treatment facilities, family, or long-term shelter. The facility also offers wellness programming, including art therapy and healthy cooking classes.
In addition to the investment through SLC Management, Sun Life’s institutional alternatives asset management business, Sun Life U.S. donated $25,000 to HELP USA to support the organization’s Healthy Living initiative, which provides healthy cooking classes at the facility. At the ribbon cutting, NYC Deputy Mayor for Health and Human Services Dr. Helen Arteaga and NYC Department of Social Services Commissioner Erin Dalton attended the event. Remarks emphasized the valuable services HELP USA has provided in Brooklyn and more broadly around the country, and the impact the facility will have for women facing homelessness—many of whom are fleeing domestic violence situations.
Sun Life U.S. stated that the investment aligns with the company’s broader strategy to help people access the care and coverage they need. David Healy, president of Sun Life U.S., said that “supporting essential services for underserved populations is central to our strategy.” The investment also drives the company’s philanthropic framework, which supports programs and organizations that improve access to care and provide health and wellness services to communities that need it most.
Headquartered in New York City, HELP USA operates more than 70 sites and programs throughout the country and has aided more than 550,000 people since its founding 40 years ago. As of December 31, 2025, Sun Life had total assets under management of C$1.60 trillion. Sun Life U.S. is one of the largest providers of employee and government benefits, helping approximately 48 million Americans access the care and coverage they need.
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