Birthright is a non-profit organization that provides counseling and other help to struggling pregnant women. The service was started in 1968 by Louise Summerhill in Toronto, Canada and there are now over 400 centers across North America. The service is not affiliated with any church or public agency and provides a caring confidential environment for expectant mothers. The center offers free pregnancy test kits and free maternity and baby clothes, as well as referrals to community resources for medical treatment, housing, education and daycare.
Besides Smithtown, there are offices in Wantagh, Floral Park and Islip.