Staten Island Community Organizations Active in Disaster (SI COAD) is a longstanding boroughwide coalition that brings together cross-sector partners to strengthen emergency preparedness, response, and recovery. Convened by Nonprofit Staten Island, the coalition helps partners build relationships, share information and resources, and coordinate before, during, and after disasters, emergencies, and community crises.
Since 2012, SI COAD has served as a boroughwide hub for collaborative planning and learning. Through coalition meetings, trainings, exercises, shared tools, and timely situational awareness, partners strengthen their own readiness while building Staten Island’s collective capacity to respond. The relationships developed before an emergency help organizations move more quickly, coordinate more effectively, and better support the communities they serve when a crisis occurs.
SI COAD works to ensure that local knowledge, community needs, and essential voices inform emergency planning and response. Grounded in communication, coordination, cooperation, and collaboration, the coalition is building a safer, better-prepared, and more connected Staten Island.
Connect with SI COAD!
Join our network to stay informed and engaged with the Staten Island Community Organizations Active in Disaster (SI COAD). By filling out this form, you’ll be added to our listserv, ensuring you receive our monthly newsletter, coalition meeting reminders, and critical updates. We’ll keep you informed about weather watches, health advisories, and key events, as well as any response activities during incident activation. For urgent communications, including event updates and serious advisories, we may also reach out via phone or text. Whether you’re a new or existing stakeholder, please provide your current contact information to stay connected and informed.
Featured Work & Resources
COMMUNITY CLIMATE CORPS Connecting climate education, community knowledge, and practical preparedness resources to strengthen resilience across Staten Island.
MEDICAL ECOSYSTEM SUBCOMMITTEE Reconnecting health and human-service partners to strengthen information-sharing, resource coordination, and preparedness for public health emergencies.
MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES Access crisis-support contacts and local mental and behavioral health resources for Staten Islanders.
Strengthening Communities Through Recovery (SCTR)
In partnership with New York City Emergency Management (NYCEM), SI COAD conducts ongoing Emergency Response Planning for the borough, including resource mapping, to support a better-prepared Staten Island community.
Learn more about NYCEM’s Strengthening Communities initiative at: https://www.nyc.gov/site/em/ready/strengthening-communities.page
Subscribe to the NYC Community Preparedness Newsletter for news, trainings and related events.
SI COAD PPE Distribution
PPE remains available to organizations and individuals in need through SI COAD partnerships. For more information, including current inventory and distribution locations, please contact sicoad@nonprofitstatenisland.org.
Other SI COAD Key Projects / Initiatives
Education & Capacity Building
- Webinars and Training Opportunities
- Circulated partner opportunities
- Peer Exchanges on Best Practices
- Planning, response, and resilience content featured at NPSI’s annual Nonprofit Conference
- Call-down Drills & Tabletop exercises
- Organizational resource and referral coordination
Outreach: Resource guide, awareness campaigns, community tabling
Communications: Listserv, Facebook, Nonprofit Staten Island newsletter
Future Planning: Stakeholder surveys, focus groups
Printable brochure available here.
See an Overview of the coalition and learn more about the COAD history.
JOIN SI COAD
Connect with organizations across Staten Island, exchange resources and practical information, and strengthen your organization’s readiness through SI COAD meetings, trainings, and events. Participation is free and open to organizations and partners across sectors; Nonprofit Staten Island membership is not required.
Complete the form at the top of this page to join the SI COAD listserv and receive coalition updates, event announcements, and preparedness resources.
SUPPORT AND PARTNERSHIP
SI COAD gratefully acknowledges the organizations and public partners whose funding and support have helped sustain its work, including NYC Health, NYC Emergency Management, and New York Community Engagement Alliance (NYCEAL).
SI COAD also thanks its agency partners for their continued support and collaboration: the Office of the Staten Island Borough President, New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services, New York State Office of Mental Health, Federal Emergency Management Agency Region 2, and Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency.
What’s Going On With the SI COAD
We're one week away from Built to Last: Nonprofit Staten Island's 14th Annual Conference, and we can't wait to see you! Alongside a full day of learning and connection, our own team is hosting three informal, drop-in sessions in the Wisteria Room: 🌤️ 11:15 AM: Blue Skies, Grey Skies: Preparing Together with SI COAD Dr. Ginny Mantello shares how Staten Island's COAD brings organizations together for emergency preparedness, response, and recovery. 🤝 12:15 PM: Maximize Your Membership with Nonprofit S.I. Meet the faces behind the emails in your inbox! Michelle Bascome and Rasheeda Edmonds talk about what's happening across NPSI and how to make the most of your membership. 🌱 2:45 PM: Learn About the LUCHA Leadership Initiative Missed the LUCHA kickoff? Deana Jean introduces our new leadership development initiative, including upcoming workshops and the Action Learning cohort. Stop by, bring your questions, and connect with us. 📍 Thursday, October 22 | Hilton Garden Inn 🎟️ Still need a ticket? Register here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/nonprofit-staten-islands-14th-annual-conference-built-to-last
Storms aren’t the only emergencies your organization needs to be prepared for. Cyberattacks can disrupt operations, compromise sensitive information, and impact the people who rely on your organization. And in 2026, phishing, fake vendor emails, and AI-generated scams are becoming harder to spot. Join Nonprofit Staten Island and Tekie Geek for Cybersecurity Awareness for Nonprofits, a practical, no-jargon session on how these attacks work and what your organization can do to prepare. No fear tactics. Just real, actionable steps to help protect your people, data, and mission. 📅 Tuesday, November 3rd ⏰ 10:00 – 11:00 AM 📍 The GRACE Foundation, 460W Brielle Ave Learn More and Register: bit.ly/4zcQrC0 #StatenIsland #CybersecurityAwareness #NonprofitSecurity #NonprofitStatenIsland #CyberSafety
As the weather gets cooler, we're spending more time indoors and will start to rely on heating equipment again. It's a good time to check a few things around the house. There's some great tips in the graphic below, and one easy place to start: Test your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. Make sure they're working, and help an older neighbor or family member check theirs, too. Fire safety is one of those things that's easy to put off until another day. New York City Fire Department (FDNY) has plenty of helpful resources to make it a little easier to stay on top of. Find more tips from FDNY: https://www.fdnysmart.org/ #SICOAD #FireSafety #DayofAction #StaySafeSI
The clock is ticking! Only 7 DAYS left until the Nonprofit Staten Island 14th Annual Conference! This is your opportunity to join fellow change-makers and learn valuable strategies to build a stronger nonprofit and a stronger Staten Island. Here’s why you can’t miss it: Build powerful connections Discover best practices for resilience Learn how to amplify your impact Details: 🗓️ October 22, 2026 📍 The Hilton Garden Inn ⏰ 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM This year's theme is "Built to Last" because we know the work you do is essential for our community's future. Claim your seat, make your connections, and define your impact. Don’t delay! Register today at the link below: nonprofitstatenisland.org/annual-conference #NonprofitStatenIsland #BuiltToLast #StrongerStatenIsland #NonprofitConference #StatenIslandEvents #RegisterNow #7DaysToGo #CommunityImpact
Today is NYC Emergency Management's Fire Safety Day of Action! Fire safety starts with some pretty simple habits, and New York City Fire Department (FDNY)'s Take 5 campaign is a good reminder to check in on the things we sometimes overlook at home. Here on Staten Island, SI COAD is working with local partners to share these resources with residents and families through community programs, neighborhood meetings, and everyday interactions. A big thank-you to our partners at Staten Island Performing Provider System, JCC of Staten Island, Central Family Life Center Inc , Partnerships for Community Wellness , Community Agency for stenior Citizens (CASC), American Red Cross in Greater New York, Center for Hope Services, and iHealth and Wellness Foundation for helping us get this information into the community today! Take a few minutes to review FDNY's tips, and please share them with someone who might find them useful. #SICOAD #FireSafety #DayOfAction #StaySafeSI
We are thrilled to announce that Jessica Phillips, CEO of Historic Richmond Town, has been selected as the recipient of the 2026 Community Voice Award! 🏆✨ The Community Voice Award is one of Nonprofit Staten Island’s highest honors, recognizing leaders who demonstrate exceptional dedication to amplifying the voices of historically underrepresented communities.Through her commitment to public engagement, cultural preservation, and inclusive storytelling, Jessica has strengthened Historic Richmond Town as a vital living classroom and civic space for all Staten Islanders. Her leadership ensures the stories of our borough are preserved, shared, and accessible across generations. Please join us in celebrating Jessica’s incredible impact on our community!📍 See her honored live at the 14th Annual Conference: Built to Last 📅 Date: Thursday, October 22, 2026 🏢 Location: Hilton Garden Inn Staten Island🔗 Get your tickets today: nonprofitstatenisland.org/annual-conference#BuiltToLast2026 #NonprofitStatenIsland #CommunityVoiceAward #HistoricRichmondTown #StatenIslandNonprofits #Leadership #CommunityImpact #StatenIslandEvents
For more information:
Michelle Bascome
Nonprofit Staten Island
sicoad@nonprofitstatenisland.org
michelle@nonprofitstatenisland.org
COAD Co-chairs:
Shirley Dunn, MPA
Director of Quality Assurance & Corporate Compliance Officer, Eden II
Joseph Tornello, LCSW
President/CEO, Meals on Wheels of Staten Island
MES Co-chairs:
Trientina Campbell
Director of Environmental Safety/EPC, Richmond University Medical Center
Ginny Mantello, MD
Director, Health and Wellness, Office of the Staten Island Borough President
