Speaker Carl Heastie visited the Frank Chapman Memorial Institute in Albany as part of his annual tour, accompanied by Assemblymember Gabriella A. Romero. During their visit, they announced $1 million in funding to renovate and update the institute’s facility.
“The Frank Chapman Memorial Institute does incredible work building a community here in Albany for people of all ages,” Speaker Heastie said. “I’m happy to be here today with Assemblymember Romero, Norma Chapman and the staff and volunteers to see the way they uplift the community, providing a place for kids to learn and grow and for seniors to spend time together.”
Assemblymember Romero added, “It’s great to have Speaker Heastie here with us today at the Frank Chapman Memorial Institute. The Chapman Institute has created a safe space for families and individuals here in Albany’s West Hills neighborhood, offering incredible resources such as computer lab and library access to an under-resourced community. Thank you to Norma Chapman and the rest of the Chapman Institute for showing us around today.”
Heastie and Romero toured the facility with founder Norma Chapman. The institute aims to support those in need by providing a safe environment for all age groups in Albany. An additional $250,000 was also announced to fund various programs for families, including Hood’s House of Hoops, after school enrichment activities for children, senior lunches, and other offerings.
