Posted on March 28, 2016 by Jennifer Fermino in New York Daily News New York Daily News, By Jennifer Fermino Here’s some news we can all wave the flag about. The city’s ongoing efforts to end veteran homelessness are getting a $750,000 boost from the private sector, officials will announce Monday. The much-needed money largely stems from two massive donations, including a $450,000 gift from the Real Estate Board of New York.