This group is open to individuals interested in serving the urban community they live and work in. We are looking for like minded individuals who envision a better future and are willing to be catalysts for change. Urban Humanitarian Projects (UHP) is a non-profit organization started by a group of medical students who hope to make a positive impact in the lives of underprivileged individuals. Our first project together, the Urban Santa Project, started in December of 2009. We had the opportunit …

Are you Asian American with a heart for serving your community? Looking for volunteers to serve the Asian community in NYC? We will focus on helping nonprofits around our community and those that are international. In order to build up a passionate team, i will also post up activities and events so that we can socialize, get to know eachother. We will also be posting international missionary trips together. Please share your passion, bring your events and take a leadership role.  I welcome sugge …

The FXB Action Network is a group of young professionals in NYC committed to supporting FXB's work with families and children living in poverty in Africa, Asia and Latin America while networking and having fun! Upcoming events will help raise awareness and funds to send children to school, treat people living with AIDS, build wells for access to safe drinking water, and provide families with the tools and resources to start their own small enterprises!

… Pathways is a nonprofit, educational, wellness program, which is free to parents. Their non-profit mission is to support you and your family’s quest for wellness. They offer a full spectrum of articles related to family and personal growth. Hard copies of the Pathways Magazine are available at Dr. Brayton's office (50 Harrison Street, Suite 316, Hoboken, NJ 07030) and upon request, can be mailed directly to your home. Because we know you're super busy, we will also distribute a condensed electro …

For over 110 years, Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens has been providing quality social services to the neighborhoods of Brooklyn and Queens, and currently offers nearly 180 programs and services for children, youth, adults, seniors, the developmentally disabled, and the mentally ill. Catholic Charities is also one of the largest faith-based providers of affordable housing in New York City, providing 3,700 units of housing for low-income seniors, families, and the formerly homeless, includi …

This group explores the creative ways to realize being a stay at home mother of today!  Yes, it is possible to still want and have the ability to be their for your children and family and still balance your own personal desires of career fulfillment.  Creativity is key, being realistic is crucial, and thinking outside of the box lends to results.  Join the group if you have ideas in making strides toward this ever growing movement for worklife balance, if you want to learn how, or just because.

… The DREAM Project  - The  Dominican Republic Education And Mentoring (DREAM) Project  is a US 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides quality education for children born into poverty in rural areas and small communities of the Dominican Republic by combining volunteerism, international awareness and community involvement into a sustainable support system  

Caribbean Film Academy is dedicated to advancing the growth and development of the filmmaking industry and of filmmakers of Caribbean descent, in the Caribbean Region and the diaspora.   Our goals are: 1.            To support the growth of filmmaking in the Caribbean and by filmmakers of Caribbean descent, by mobilizing audience support in the Caribbean and the diaspora; providing education and training to filmmakers and actors; and providing access to equipment. 2.            To support and en …

Eve’s Roses is an organization of women and supporters of those that have overcome domestic violence and incest. We feel that awareness must be given to other women to whom these two horrible acts are still their reality and they feel that there is no way out. We also strive to provide support for the families affected by these acts that may need help in caring for the children who were left behind to grow up without their mother as a result of the act. The women of Eve’s Roses believe that vict …

 The Alley Pond Environmental Center (APEC), a nonprofit environmental education organization, is dedicated to educating children and adults in the New York metropolitan area, protecting and preserving Alley Pond Park, open spaces and waterbodies, and advocating for sustainable environmental policies and practices. Join us to keep up to date on the goings on and special events here at the Center!

The main goal of our group is to get kids and people to internalize the best way to handle problem issues in their lives, and then be proactive about working to change; not only themselves, but their family, friends and associates in positive meaningful ways.

… Neuropsychology - Teaching and Learning Education methods that you can use in educational settings or in the office, in a church, with a beloved partner, or in a nonprofit, even in a courtroom. Learn to become aware of your language and listen to what others are saying and transmitting through both their words and their body language, as well through behaviors. Take a deeper look at your real goals and plans and take stock of where you currently are in regards to your truest talents - even those …

This is for SEWA (social service) minded young adults. We do lotsa cool volunteering projects in/around Manhattan!

Are you an alum, current parent, or the parent of a young child who is checking out preschool options in Jersey City? Then this meetup is for you! Connect and/or stay connected with the GPC community. Also, you'll find out about - and be able to RSVP for - family social events, parent classes, playgroups, and fun GPC fundraisers. The Garden Preschool Cooperative is a parent-run nonprofit preschool that seeks to provide high-quality progressive early childhood education in a nurturing atmosphe …

This meetup is only for current parents and teachers of the Garden Preschool Cooperative (GPC).   Are you an alum?  Or interested in becoming a GPC parent?  Then join our Friends of GPC meetup - which connects past, present and future GPC parents.   Find out about - and be able to RSVP for - family social events, parent classes, playgroups, and fun GPC fundraisers. The Garden Preschool Cooperative is a parent-run nonprofit preschool that seeks to provide high-quality progressive early childhoo …

Looking for breastfeeding information and mother-to-mother support? La Leche League (LLL) has over 50 years of experience helping mothers to breastfeed their babies. All breastfeeding mothers, mothers-to-be, and women interested in breastfeeding are welcome to attend our free drop-in meetings or to contact our Leaders for free breastfeeding information and support. Founded in 1956, LLL is an international, nonprofit, nonsectarian organization. The mission of La Leche League International ( …