about US
We managed to survive Super Storm Sandy and have become the largest emergency food provider in the Coney Island area. More recently, we faced the COVID-19 pandemic head-on by continuing to provide service to our community by parterning with DoorDash. The Coney Island Lighthouse Mission is dedicated to fighting hunger and poverty in our community through the many services we provide to those in need. For those families in need of food, we distribute free grocery bags two days a week and serve hot meals to the public every Wednesday & Friday evenings. We are currently serving ver 7,000 families a month according to feed NYC statics. Our after-school program began in 2007 and provides homework assistance and tutoring, hot snacks, games, art projects, and bible study for students aged 5-13 Monday-Friday. In addition, the Lighthouse Mission conducts special holiday outreach programs such as distributing hundreds of Thanksgiving turkeys in the community.
Our mission is to meet the immediate needs of our clients while offering additional, necessary services to help move families toward self-sufficiency. We provide information on public benefits to reduce the dependence on emergency food. We want to be known as the place to go for anyone in need in our community!
Our Team
Our team includes passionate individuals who are devoted to preaching the gospel, supporting local families, and fostering a stronger, united community. Each member brings unique skills and unwavering dedication to our mission, ensuring we provide comprehensive support and hope to those in need.
Executive Director of ACTS Community Development
Vincent Fusco
Ordained minister who graduated from Pace College in 1964. He founded New Jerusalem Christian Church in 1982 and the Lighthouse Mission in 2002. His work focuses on outreach to the needy and homeless in Coney Island, combating racism, and uniting city ministries.
Lead Pastor & Program director
Anthony Robbins
Ordained minister born and raised in Coney Island.Is the Lead Pastor and Program Director at Coney Island Lighthouse Mission/Acts Community Development, Tony is passionate about preaching the gospel and uplifting young men in his community. He works alongside Reverend Fusco to combat hunger, poverty, and drug abuse in Coney Island.
Executive director of Acts Community Development
Quaneesha Kirlew-Robbins
The assistant director for our outreach programs. Together with Anthony, they have three beautiful children and enjoy helping meet the needs of the people in the community.
CEO of Rachel's Joy Maternity Home
susan mirti-fusco
Founder of Rachel’s Joy Maternity Ministries. They provide placement, pre and post natal assistence for both mother and child, counseling, and mentorship. They also provide baby clothing and baby supplies. This ministry has been running for over 30 years.
Soup Kitchen Cook
Alma Leacock
Our soup kitchen cook and her food is "off of the charts!" She is famous for her curry chicken and white rice. Alma has been a faithful member of our mission since 2012. She is a single mother who has a passion for helping people in need.