People First.
Always.
Our Story
"In 1992, when my friend found herself unexpectedly pregnant with no safe place to turn for non-political, non-judgmental care in New York City, six friends and I decided to create the space ourselves. We founded Avail, a non-profit dedicated to empowering and supporting women and men during their journey of processing a current or past unexpected pregnancy.
In 28 years, we have reached over 26,000 people through six comprehensive personal advocacy programs. Whether clients need support in decision-making, pregnancy and parenting, building healthy relationships, or processing a past abortion, we walk with them every step of the way, however long it takes for them to feel equipped to face their futures with confidence and hope. Clients have come to us from 36 countries and 50 states, and 99% of them would refer us to family and friends."
- Chris Whitford, CEO
Our Mission
Avail provides a safe, confidential space for women and men facing unexpected pregnancy or a past abortion because no one should have to face the unexpected alone. Our expert personal advocates and large network of referrals provide compassionate support for the women and men at the heart of unexpected pregnancies.
Our Vision
Our vision is a world where everyone can discover possibilities in the face of the seemingly impossible.
Meet Our Leadership Team
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Chris Whitford
CEO
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Annette Cutino
COO
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Rachel Cline
Chief of Staff
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Hannah Mochizuki
Director of Development
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Meredith Stone
Managing Director of Client Services
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Sam Wheatley
Director of Digital Services
Person-Centered Transformation
99% of clients would refer their family or friends to us.
This is the number we are most proud of. It means that our clients trust us enough to recommend their loved ones to us in one of their most vulnerable moments.
One client, Londyn, told us:
“I think about my friends and my sisters. We've all had difficult pregnancies. Now that I’ve found Avail, I realize that we didn't have to go through them alone. With Avail, I always felt like somebody had my back. I tell others about Avail when I can because I want people to know if you need help, it's out there. You really aren’t alone.”
84% of clients improve their overall well-being.
At Avail, we know that unexpected pregnancy impacts every area of life. That’s why we created our Empowerment Index—a scientifically backed, best-in-practice assessment to measure flourishing in all areas of our clients’ lives.
The vast majority report increasing well-being across their lives as a result of engaging with Avail. Take Krissa, who described her experience at Avail like this:
“I finally felt like a person. I felt heard and supported.”
Hear From Our Clients
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"I could have felt vulnerable and alone."
Olivia did not feel ready emotionally or financially to parent but right after a big move, she got a positive test result.
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"I was in autopilot mode. I wasn't in touch with my feelings."
Maya was just coming out of a traumatic experience when she discovered she was pregnant.
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"All I could focus on was what my family was going to think about me."
Angel was in an unhealthy relationship when she found out she was pregnant, and she didn’t know where to turn.
Invest in Confident Futures
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Learn how you can partner with us through financial or material donations.
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