Our Community

About the Village

In the fall of 1643, two enterprising gentlemen, The Reverend Robert Fordham and John Carman, crossed Long Island Sound by rowboat to negotiate with the local Indians for a tract of land upon which to establish a new community.

Affordable Colleges Foundation

Affordable Colleges Foundation, an organization dedicated to providing free education tools for current and future college students and their families, recently published research on all the Not-For-Profit universities and colleges in New York that offer online college programs.

Bid Postings

Learn about current bid and contract opportunities available to consultants, service providers, contractors, vendors, or suppliers.

Community Events

Access calendars to view upcoming events.

Community Resources

Search a listing of businesses and organizations that operate in the area.

Doing Business in Hempstead

Policy and Procedures for new and existing businesses in the Village of Hempstead

Education

Harvard University Announcement

Harvard University announced over the weekend that from now on undergraduate students from low-income families will pay no tuition.

Healthcare

Visit the Health Insurance Marketplace to sign up for affordable healthcare that will protect you and your family.

Hempstead Family Resource Center

Learn about the Hempstead Family Resource Center and find brochures in both Spanish and English.

Links & Resources

Find helpful links and resources to things such as the Hempstead School District, Nassau County officials, and Hispanic Organizations on Long Island.

Forms

Find forms such as permit requirements, foil request form, and a rental permit application.

Emergency Numbers

Find emergency numbers for the Village of Hempstead such as the police department, Mercy Medical Center, and the Suicide and Crisis hotline.

Photos

View photos from the Village of Hempstead.Some galleries include the STEP Graduation, 132nd Annual Memorial Day Parade, and the ECO Open House BBQ.

Press / Media Contact

Find who to contact for press or media concerns.

Public Transportation