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NYC CORPORATE SERVICE

2016-2017

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NYC Service, a division of the Mayor’s Office, builds partnerships to deepen and expand civic engagement through volunteerism and service programs, creating sustainable change for our city’s greatest needs. Its vision is to unite New Yorkers in service to advance lifelong civic engagement for a more equitable and inclusive city. To learn more about NYC Service and connect to volunteer and national service opportunities across the five boroughs, visit nyc.gov/service.

The Look Book provides a glimpse into the array of different volunteer opportunities offered by our nonprofit and City Agency partners.

For questions or general inquiries, please email Shilpa Jackman, Public/Private Partnerships Director, at [email protected].

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http://nyc.gov/service

mailto:[email protected]

Table of Contents Last update: August 20th, 2019

48in48 13

Back on My Feet NYC 14

Bay Ridge Center, Inc. 15

Bigs & Littles NYC Mentoring Inc. 16

Breaking Ground 17

BUILD NYC 18

Career Gear 19

Carter Burden Network 20

Change for Kids 21

Children's Aid 22

Citizen Schools 23

City Harvest 24

City Rocks / Brooklyn Boulders Foundation 25

Common Impact 26

CommonPoint Queens 27

Comprehensive Development 28

DOROT 29

Earth Matter 30

FABSCRAP 31

Food Bank for New York City 32

Fort Greene Park Conservancy 33

Free Arts NYC 34

Friends of Corlears Hook Park 35

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GallopNYC 36

Gay Men's Health Crisis (GMHC) 37

GO Project 38

Gowanus Canal Conservancy 39

Grand Central Neighborhood Social Services Corporation 40

Grand St. Settlement 41

Greater New York Councils, Boy Scouts of America 42

Groundswell 43

GrowNYC 44

H.E.A.L.T.H for Youths 45

Habitat for Humanity New York City 46

Harlem Educational Activities Fund 47

Harlem Lacrosse 48

Hudson River Park Friends 49

Hunger Free America 50

Hunters Point Parks Conservancy 51

iMentor 52

Innovations For Learning 53

Let's Get Ready 54

Lighthouse Guild 55

Little Essentials 56

Long Term Care Ombudsman Program for New York City at CIDNY-Center for Independence of the Disabled, NY

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Make a Mark NYC 58

Mentor New York 59

My Friends Place NY Inc. 60

New Alternatives for Children, Inc. (NAC) 61

New York City Urban Debate League 62

New York Common Pantry 63

New York Edge 64

New York Restoration Project 65

NYC Parks 66

NYU Langone Health 67

Opening Act, Inc. 68

Part of the Solution 69

Partnerships for Parks 70

PennPAC 71

Person Centered Care Services 72

PowerMyLearning 73

Project Sunshine 74

Queens Botanical Garden 75

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Randall's Island Park Alliance 76

Read Ahead 77

Reading Partners 78

Riverside Park Conservancy 79

Selfhelp Community Services 80

Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden 81

South Asian Youth Action (SAYA) 82

Summer Search 83

Taproot Foundation 84

The Bowery Mission 85

The Knowledge House 86

The Mission Continues 87

The New York Foundling 88

The Opportunity Network 89

Thrive Collection 90

UM Church of the Village 91

Union Settlement 92

United Way of New York City 93

University Neighborhood Housing Program 94

Year Up 95

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Arts & Culture

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Children’s Aid 22


Fabscrap 31


Free Arts NYC 34

Greater New York Councils, Boy Scout of America 42

Groundswell 43

GrowNYC 44



Make a Mark NYC 58

New York Edge 64


Project Sunshine 74



Thrive Collective 90

Adult Education & Skills Development

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Back on My Feet 14

BUILD NYC 18

Career Gear 19

Children’s Aid 22




Make a Mark NYC 58



Summer Search 83





Union Settlement 92

United Way of New York City 93

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Year Up 95

Children & Youth

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Bigs & Littles NYC Mentoring 16

BUILD NYC 18

Career Gear 19

Change for Kids 21

Children’s Aid 22

Citizen Schools 23

City Rocks/Brooklyn Boulders Foundation 25




Free Arts NYC 34

GO Project 38



Groundswell 43

GrowNYC 44

H.E.A.L.T.H for Youth 45


Harlem Lacrosse 48


iMentor 52

Innovations for Learning 53

Let’s Get Ready 54

Lighthouse Guild 55

Make a Mark NYC 58

My Friends Place NY Inc. 60

New Alternative for Children, Inc. 61

New York City Urban Debate League 62

New York Edge 64



PowerMyLearning 73

Project Sunshine 74

Read Ahead 77

Reading Partners 78


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Union Settlement 92

United Way of NYC 93


Environmental Stewardship

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Earth Matter 30

Fabscrap 31


Friends of Corlears Park 35

Gowanus Canal Conservancy 39

GrowNYC 44



Make a Mark NYC 58

New York Restoration Project 65

NYC Parks 66



Randall’s Island Park Alliance 76

Riverside Park Conservancy 79



Health & Wellness

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Children’s Aid 22



Gallop NYC 36

Gay Men’s Health Crisis (GMHC) 37


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Grow NYC 44 H.E.A.L.T.H for Youth 45 Make a Mark NYC 58 My Friends Place NY, Inc. 60 New Alternatives for Children, Inc. 61 New York Edge 64 NYU Langone Health 67 Part of the Solution 69 Partnerships for Park 70 Project Sunshine 74 Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden 81 Union Settlement 92 University Neighborhood Housing Program 94

Housing & Homelessness

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Back on My Feet 14

Breaking Ground 17



Habitat for Humanity New York City 46

New Alternatives for Children, Inc. 61




Hunger & Food Insecurity

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Breaking Ground 17



Habitat for Humanity NYC 46





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Mentoring

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Bigs & Littles NYC Mentoring 16

BUILD NYC 18

Children’s Aid 22



Free Arts NYC 34


Greater New York Council, Boy Scouts of America 42

Groundswell 43

GrowNYC 44

H.E.A.L.T.H for Youth 45


Harlem Lacrosse 48

Innovations for Learning 53

Make a Mark NYC 58

Mentor NYC 59

My Friends Place NY, Inc. 60


New York Edge 64


Summer Search 83




Union Settlement 92

Year Up 95

People with Disabilities

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Breaking Ground 17


Lighthouse Guild 55

Make a Mark NYC 58


Person Centered Care Service 72

Project Sunshine 74



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Pro-bono / Skills-based Volunteering

48in48 13


Breaking Ground 17



Greater New York Councils, Boy Scout of America 42

GrowNYC 44

Make a Mark NYC 58

New Alternatives for Children, Inc. 61 New York Edge 64 Part of the Solution 69 PennPAC 71

Project Sunshine 74

Taproot Foundation 84





Seniors

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Bay Ridge Center, Inc. 15

Breaking Ground 17



DOROT 29 Long Term Care Ombudsman Program for New York City at CIDNY – Center for Independence of the Disabled, NY

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Make a Mark NYC 58

Selfhelp Community Service 80


Union Settlement 92


Sports & Recreation

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Back on My Feet 14

Children’s Aid 22


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GrowNYC 44

Harlem Lacrosse 48


Make a Mark NYC 58

New York Edge 64

NYC Parks 66




Others

Career Gear 19

Gay Men’s Health Crisis (GMHC) 37

GrowNYC 44


Little Essentials 56

Project Sunshine 74

The Mission Continues 87


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A R T S & C U L T U R E □ A D U L T E D U C A T I O N □ C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H □ E N V I R O N M E N T A L S T E W A R D S H I P □ H E A L T H & W E L L N E S S □ H O U S I N G &

H O M E L E S S N E S S □ H U N G E R & F O O D S E C U R I T Y □ M E N T O R I N G □ P E O P L E W I T H D I S A B I L I T I E S □ P R O - B O N O / S K I L L B A S E D V O L U N T E E R I N G

S E N I O R S □ S P O R T S & R E C R E A T I O N

A B O U T 48in48 strives to be the global catalyst for marketing and technology volunteerism. We are forging new ground in social entrepreneurship by bringing together digital innovation, business agility, and passion. Together, they give nonprofits a better chance of realizing their vision by reaching more donors and volunteers. Equipping volunteers to help the helpers is the future of doing good.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Gina Gentilozzi Director of Operations [email protected] 770-317-7012

E S T A B L I S H E D O N E D A Y E V E N T S

48IN48 NEW YORK CITY: Volunteers will build 48 free, new WordPress websites in 48 hours for area nonprofits.

1-100 PPL

OCT 4-6, 2019

Friday

All Day

Manhattan

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BA CK O N MY F E E T N YC

A D U L T E D U C A T I O N & S K I L L S D E V E L O P M E N T □ H E A L T H & W E L L N E S S H O U S I N G & H O M E L E S S N E S S □ P R O - B O N O / S K I L L B A S E D

V O L U N T E E R I N G □ S P O R T S & R E C R E A T I O N

A B O U T Back on My Feet (BoMF) is a national nonprofit in 12 major cities that combats homelessness through the power of running, community support and essential employment and housing resources. Back on My Feet uses running and community to motivate and support individuals every step of the way from homelessness to independence. Our success is measured not only by the health impact of miles run, but also by how many individuals obtain education, employment, and housing.

Back on My Feet recruits members at homeless and residential facilities around the country and begins with a commitment to run three days a week in the early morning. After 30 days in the program, members with 90% attendance earn the opportunity to move into the second phase of the program called Next Steps, which provides educational support, job training programs, employment partnership referrals and housing resources. Over 80% of individuals who start our program move into the Next Steps phase.

In Next Steps, members work with BoMF program staff to develop a personal road map to independence. Each member attends financial literacy classes and job skills training provided through partnerships with our corporate partners. Members can earn financial assistance to remove barriers to employment and housing such as work supplies, transportation and security deposits. Members who achieve employment and housing become Alumni Members. Within six months of becoming a Back on My Feet Alumnus, 90% of members maintain their employment, 60% receive a wage increase and 20% achieve a promotion.

Our unique running-based model demonstrates that if you first restore confidence, strength and self-esteem, individuals are better equipped to tackle the road ahead and move toward jobs, homes and new lives. For all in need, we aim to provide: practical training and employment resources for achieving independence; an environment that promotes accountability; and a community that offers compassion and hope. For all with the capacity to serve—volunteers, donors, community and corporate partners—we seek to engage you in the profound experience of empowering individuals to achieve what once seemed impossible through the seemingly simple act of putting one foot in front of the other.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you!

C O N T A C T Rachael Sparks Senior Program Director [email protected] 215-906-3096

O N E T I M E C O R P O R A T E V O L U N T E E R O P P O R T U N I T I E S

RUN FOR US: BoMF’s FundRacing program combines the exhilaration of running your favorite race with the satisfaction of giving back! FundRacing guarantees entry into your favorite or sold-out races, including: Boston Marathon, New York City Marathon, London Marathon, to name a few. When you FundRace for BoMF, your commitment to raising a set amount of money will go directly to the program. What’s more, in many cities you have the unique opportunity to run alongside the very individuals you are supporting. Hundreds of our members have completed marathons and some have even completed ultra-marathons.

3-15 PPL

All months

All Days of the

Week

3-5 hours,

during the day

Manhattan

SKILL BASED TRAINING WORKSHOPS: BoMF members enthusiastically strive to learn more and to prepare themselves for returning to the workforce. One way in which companies can volunteer their time is by designing and facilitating workshops. Topics for possible workshops include resume writing, interview skills, networking, mock job fairs, technology training (Microsoft, typing, iOS, etc.), financial literacy, customer service, public speaking, professional writing, and more!

10-20 PPL

All months

Monday, Friday,

Saturday

3-5 hours,

morning/evening

Manhattan

RUN WITH US: Can running with those experiencing homelessness really change your life? Come find out. BoMF’s program begins with runs three days a week in the early morning at five locations throughout NYC. This commitment sets members up on a path towards accountability, sustainability and ultimately, independence. But our members don’t run alone. They do it alongside the support of volunteer runners like you, helping them accomplish important life goals and cross finish lines. Volunteers complete a one-hour orientation to prepare them to run with one of BoMF NYC’s six teams.

5-25 PPL

All months

Mon, Wed,

Fri, Sat

5:30-6:30 AM or

7-8PM

Manhattan

EMPLOYMENT PARTNERSHIPS: BoMF is looking for partners who are willing to consider employing or educating our members. Our members face many barriers to gaining suitable employment and earning a livable wage. While many members bring a wealth of knowledge and work experience, an inconsistent work history or unemployed status can make securing interviews difficult. For members who have proven themselves through BoMF, we are proud to make referrals to our employment partners. Target industries for these partnerships include commercial driving, customer service, food service, security, healthcare, labor/construction, clerical, and retail positions.

5-10 PPL

All months

All Days of the

Week

1-2 hours,

anytime of the day

Manhattan

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BA Y R I DG E CE N TE R , I N C. S E N I O R S

A B O U T BRC MISSION Since 1976, Bay Ridge Center (BRC) has improved the quality of life for neighborhood adults 60+ by providing vital resources to help them successfully age in place. SERVICES BRC’s services include home-cooked congregate meals, more than 25 exercise, technology, wellness and arts and culture classes weekly, case assistance, friendly visiting, shopping, and transportation. BRC employs a professional support staff of 40 and a robust volunteer base who work cooperatively with other organizations, businesses, schools, hospitals, and social service agencies. Additionally, BRC provides 650 homebound residents with Meals on Wheels seven days a week (110 of which are kosher). With over 1,500 active members, Bay Ridge Center is the largest and most active program serving adults 60+ in southwest Brooklyn.

C O N T A C T Todd Fliedner Deputy Executive Director [email protected] 718-748-0650


HOME DELIVERED MEALS PREPARATION: Volunteers assist with assembling cold packs which are sent out daily with a hot meal. Currently Bay Ridge Center delivers 650 meals per day to neighborhood residents.

1-10 PPL

All months

Monday-Friday

3-5 hours, morning

Brooklyn


MARCH FOR MEALS: MARCH for MEALS is held annual on the last Saturday of March to raise awareness about and financially sustain Bay Ridge Center’s provision of home delivered meals in Bay Ridge, Bensonhurst, Dyker Heights and Gravesend.

1-10 PPL

March 28, 2020

Saturday

Morning

Brooklyn

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BI GS & LI T TLE S N YC ME N T O R I N G C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H □ M E N T O R I N G

A B O U T Founded in 1902, Bigs & Littles NYC Mentoring strives to transform the lives of children through one-to-one mentoring, while strengthening entire families in hardship. Community-Based Mentoring In Bigs & Littles NYC’s keystone mentoring program, youth ages 7-17, are carefully matched with a Big Sister or Big Brother who serves as an adviser, role model, and adult friend. Mentoring matches meet twice monthly for activities such as enjoying a show or ballgame, working together on a service project, or spending time talking and exploring NYC. Matches are supported by life skills programming, crisis intervention, family support, and referral assistance as well as a dedicated Professional Program Manager to oversee and guide the match relationship. This mentoring model has been the core of Bigs & Littles NYC Mentoring mission for over a century. W.O.W. (World of Work) Mentoring Program As Bigs & Littles NYC Mentoring builds on over 115 years of expertise in one-to-one community-based mentoring, we are thrilled to pilot The W.O.W. (World of Work) Mentoring Program, an innovative initiative with Good Apple Digital and Academy of Software Engineering (AFSE), a local high needs neighborhood high school. Launched in October 2017, ten Good Apple employees are matched one-on-one with ten AFSE students with a concentration on college and career readiness. Employees of Good Apple bring experience in digital media, marketing, and advertising to share with their W.O.W. mentees, while the core of our program remains focused on relationship building. The curriculum for W.O.W. matches focuses on 21st century skills - the 4 C's - necessary in all work environments: Communication, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, and Creativity. For more information about how you can can become a corporate partner, please contact Vidhya Kelly at [email protected].

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you!

C O N T A C T Susan Varguese VP of Programs [email protected] 212-475-3291

L O N G T E R M C O R P O R A T E V O L U N T E E R O P P O R T U N I T I E S

W.O.W (WORLD OF WORK) MENTORING PROGRAM: Bigs & Littles NYC seeks to explore new partnership opportunities and programming with corporate partners on bespoke programs such as the World of Work Program. We invite corporate employees to be a part of site- based group mentoring: Ten employees who are interested in inspiring and impacting a young person’s life are matched one-on- one with ten youth from a high-needs high school.

10-20 PPL

All Months;

9-12 months req.

Tuesday-Thursday

Afternoons;

4 hours/month req.

All Boroughs

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BR E A K I N G GR O UN D H O U S I N G & H O M E L E S S N E S S □ P E O P L E W I T H D I S A B I L I T I E S □

S E N I O R S

A B O U T Breaking Ground’s mission is to strengthen individuals, families and communities by developing and sustaining exceptional supportive and affordable housing, as well as programs for homeless and other vulnerable New Yorkers. At Breaking Ground, we believe that everyone deserves a home. That’s why, since 1990, we have been providing permanent affordable housing for individuals and families who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. Beginning with a single building, we are now New York City’s largest provider of supportive housing. We own and/or operate 23 properties with over 3,530 apartments in New York City and beyond. • For chronically homeless people, we create safe, secure housing with essential on-site support services to help them address the psychosocial, mental, and physical health problems that are obstacles to independent living. • For those at risk of homelessness, our affordable housing provides an all-important safety net. Our work has enabled more than 13,000 people to overcome or avoid homelessness since 1990, and we increase that number every single day. At the start of 2016, we have nearly 1,000 units of housing in various stages of development in the Bronx and Brooklyn, and are significantly expanding our Street to Home homelessness outreach program so that we can offer help to every single homeless person we meet.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Erin Williams Event Associate/Volunteer Coordinator [email protected] 212-389-9395


THE PRINCE GEORGE’S ANNUAL HEALTH FAIR: On Thursday, September 12th, 2019, we are hosting a health fair for our residents of the Prince George, a home to low-income adults, the formerly chronically homeless, and people living with HIV/AIDS.

10-15 PPL

September 12,

2019

Thursday

Morning or Afternoon

Manhattan

17


BUI LD N Y C A D U L T E D U C A T I O N & S K I L L S D E V E L O P M E N T □

C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H □ M E N T O R I N G

A B O U T BUILD NYC is a college and career readiness program for high school students in under-resourced neighborhoods. BUILD teaches students entrepreneurship, helping them launch their own small businesses. As a result, students learn through doing and walk away with valuable soft skills that help them as they enter college and into their careers. We focus on collaboration, communication, problem-solving, innovation, grit, and self-management.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Miranda Bellizia Director of Community Partnerships [email protected] 646-542-1647


HOST A FIELD TRIP OR WORKSHOP: Host BUILD students at your office for a field trip (exploration and exposure) or a career workshop. Help students prepare for the workforce by introducing them to what you do, and giving feedback on where they are in the BUILD curriculum.

5-30 PPL

Jan-May, Nov, Dec

Tuesday- Friday

During the day,

3-5 hours

Manhattan,

Brooklyn, Bronx

L O N G - T E R M C O R P O R A T E V O L U N T E E R O P P O R T U N I T I E S

CORPORATE MENTORING WITH BUILD NYC: Use your professional skills to support high school students on their path to college and career success. BUILD mentors work with a student business team, coaching them through the process of launching their own small businesses, in turn helping students learn valuable soft skills to help prepare them for professional pathways and college. BUILD provides the curriculum, and mentors help guide students through the process using their own knowledge and experiences. Volunteers do not have to have a business background to support. Sessions are teacher led..

2-4 PPL/ GROUP

Jan-May, Oct-Dec

7-9 months commitment req.

Tuesday - Friday

Anytime,

4 hours/month

Brooklyn &

Bronx


BUSINESS SHOWCASE JUDGE: When you volunteer at one of BUILD NYC’s showcases, you support high school students in under-resourced communities by advising their businesses. Judges provide constructive yet caring feedback to our rising entrepreneurs and their developing businesses. Judges listen to short pitches and evaluate teams on a range of criteria including innovation, feasibility, presentation skills and reflection. The exposure to real professionals in the community serves as an impactful touch point for our 9th grade students, even helping our young entrepreneurs learn about a possible career path as they grow professionally. .

2-25 PPL

TBA

Refer to

Calendar

Evening

Manhattan,

Bronx

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CA R E E R G E A R A D U L T E D U C A T I O N & S K I L L S D E V E L O P M E N T □

C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H □ J O B R E A D I N E S S

A B O U T Career Gear is a not-for-profit social enterprise that provides services to agencies and institutions of higher learning and their clients and students in order to provide improved employment outcomes for men entering or re-entering the workforce. Our programs consist of three primary service components, a Job Readiness Program, a Guest Speaker Series and population-specific programs for the many groups and agencies with whom we engage, including a youth program for young men ages 16-24 and a Veterans program for service members re-entering the workforce.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Jourdan Lemieque Director of Operations [email protected] 212-577-6190


MONTHLY DONATION DAYS: First Tuesday of each month is the monthly donation day. We are open to the general public and repeat donors for clothing drop off. We need volunteers to help sort, tag and organize the donations as they come in.

3-8 PPL

All months

Tuesday

9-5PM,

1-2 hours

Manhattan

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CA R TE R B UR DE N N E TW O R K A R T S & C U L T U R E □ H E A L T H & W E L L N E S S □

S E N I O R S

A B O U T Carter Burden Network promotes the well-being of seniors 60 and older through a continuum of services, advocacy, arts and culture and volunteer programs, all oriented to individual, family and community needs. We are dedicated to supporting the efforts of older people to live safely and with dignity. As a leader in aging services in NYC, the Carter Burden Network welcomes seniors to participate in programs and attend centers offering vital resources that support your independence and provide opportunities to form connections that enrich your life. We encourage individuality, celebrate culture and ensure your voice is heard. We not only want you to feel involved, but inspired. We strive to help you begin the discovery of your best self the moment you walk through the doors of one of our centers or programs or receive a visit from our staff in your own home. We will always go above. You will always belong.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Holly Hedemark Director of Volunteer Services [email protected] 212-423-9665


MEAL DELIVERY: The Carter Burden Luncheon Club oversees meal delivery to homebound senior citizens living in the Upper East Side of Manhattan. Meal delivery volunteers not only provide the advantage of a daily lunch to our seniors but are able to interact with those they are benefitting face-to-face. Each meal delivery also serves as a status check and a friendly visit for seniors who are often unable to leave their home and receive few, if any, visitors. Meals are delivered on foot to clients living between 69th and 79th Streets, between 5th Avenue and the East River. Volunteers should be able to carry 5-10 pounds and walk up several flights of stairs comfortably.

2-25 PPL

All months

Monday-Saturday

Morning

Manhattan

MEAL SERVICE: Every day, seniors gather to socialize and enjoy a hot meal. The Carter Burden Network prides itself on serving restaurant-style meals made in our own kitchens and served on-site to our participants. Volunteers work both in the kitchen and dining room in food preparation, meal distribution, and cleaning capacities.

2-10 PPL

All months

Monday-Friday

Morning

Manhattan

SPECIAL PROJECTS: Volunteers lead classes by teaching seniors an array of different activities, exercises, and technology sessions. Some examples include crafting, holiday card making and computer classes.

2-15 PPL

All months

Weekday

During the day

Manhattan

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CH A N GE F O R K I DS C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H - E L E M E N T A R Y

A B O U T Change for Kids invests in NYC public schools to in under-served communities by bringing critical resources designed to prepare students for success in middle school and beyond.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Zareta Ricks Director of Corporate Engagement and Strategy [email protected] 212-213-8061


SCHOOL BEAUTIFICATION DAY: Help create positive and robust learning environments for our students by transforming their school community. Volunteer activities may include drawing and painting murals painting, gardening, and revitalization of under-used space.

10-50 PPL

Jan, Feb, May, June, Oct, Nov

Monday-Saturday

During the day

All Boroughs

CAREER DAY: Introduce students to new educational and professional experiences so they can chart a path to their futures.

3-10 PPL

Jan-May, Oct-Dec

Weekend

During the day

All Boroughs


MENTORING, SKILL-BASED CLUBS: Establish healthy and supportive relationships with our students, help meet their unique needs, and support their personal and academic growth.

5-10 PPL

Jan-June, Oct-Dec,

4-6 months commitment

req.

Monday-Friday

During the day, 3 hours/month

All Boroughs

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CH I LDR E N ’ S A I D A R T S & C U L T U R E □ A D U L T E D U C A T I O N & S K I L L S D E V E L O P M E N T C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H □ H E A L T H & W E L L N E S S □ H U N G E R & F O O D

I N S E C U R I T Y □ M E N T O R I N G □ S P O R T S & R E C R E A T I O N

A B O U T Children's Aid's mission is to help children living in poverty to succeed and thrive. We do this by providing comprehensive supports to children, youth, and their families in targeted high-needs New York City neighborhoods.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Kate Brennan Manager of Volunteer Services [email protected] 212-381-1173


FOSTERING LITERACY: READING TO AND ENGAGING WITH OUR LITTLEST ONES: Reading is a vital skill, particularly in the early years, as we work to ensure our littlest ones are school-ready. Volunteers would join Children’s Aid early childhood education classrooms to spend a few hours reading and interacting with children we serve.

10-15 PPL

All months, 1-3 months

commitment req.

Monday-Friday

Morning,

2 hours/month

Manhattan,

Bronx, Staten Island


CELEBRATING A YEAR OF ACCOMPLISHMENTS: VENTURING A FUN FIELD TRIP: Volunteers would join our young people and staff as field trip chaperones as we spend a day of fun together. Field trips could include the Museum of Modern Art or Yankee Stadium..

10-15 PPL

May-June

Monday-

Friday

Any time of

the Day

Manhattan,

Bronx, Staten Island

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CI TI ZE N S CH O O LS

C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H – M I D D L E S C H O O L

A B O U T At Citizen Schools, adolescents work side by side with experts to explore new fields, learn new skills, and build a foundation for their future. Citizen Schools aims to effectively set students’ sights on high school graduation and post-secondary matriculation, while building the 21st century skills, beliefs, and networks they will need to thrive in the modern economy. We partner with low-income communities that need additional support and resources. Our program supports academic achievement in core subjects like English Language Arts and Mathematics, while building important 21st Century and Social Emotional skills through real-world learning experiences.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Allison Smeck Manager of Civic Engagement [email protected] 856-823-1275


CITIZEN SCHOOLS APPRENTICESHIP MODEL: Every semester Citizen Schools students participate in 10-week apprenticeships taught by Citizen Teachers (our external volunteers). Students are transformed into website designers, lawyers, financial advisers, and much more, learning how their current academics apply to a future pathway. We design curriculum to connect academic and 21st century standards to careers and real life. Each semester culminates in a WOW! event where students teach back what they learned to teachers, parents, and community members. The name “WOW!” is simply the most common reaction from adults when they see what our students have accomplished.

48-96 PPL

Jan-May, Oct-Dec,

4-6 month commitment req.

Monday-Thursday

Afternoon,

6 hours/month

Manhattan &

Brooklyn

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CI TY H A R VE S T H U N G E R & F O O D I N S E C U R I T Y

A B O U T City Harvest exists to end hunger in communities throughout New York City. We do this through food rescue and distribution, education, and other practical, innovative solutions.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Victoria Liu Senior Manager, Business Partnerships [email protected] 646-412-0623


FOOD REPACKS: Sort bulk fresh produce donations into family-sized portions that can be easily distributed to soup kitchens and food pantries throughout the five boroughs.

30-50 PPL

All months

Monday-Friday

During the day

Queens

MOBILE MARKETS: Distribute thousands of pounds of fresh produce in an open-air, farmers market setting to hundreds of families in need.

5-15 PPL

All months

Tues, Wed,

Thurs, Sat

Morning

All Boroughs

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CI TY R O C K S / BR O O K LYN BO ULDE R S F O UN DA TI O N

C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H – H I G H S C H O O L

A B O U T City Rocks / Brooklyn Boulders Foundation City Rocks uses the sport of rock climbing to build mentoring relationships that empower students from under-resourced communities to develop self-confidence, resiliency, and the ability to succeed. Student participants meet with their mentors at least four hours per month to climb at Brooklyn Boulders and participate in recreational, cultural, community service, or educational activities throughout the City. Mentors work with their mentees to help them set and achieve personal goals around climbing, academics, college, and career. Every spring mentoring pairs go on an outdoor rock climbing trip in the Shawangunk mountains in upstate New York. Currently the program partners with five Title I NYC public high schools.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T David Owen Program Director [email protected] 646-242-6592


ONE DAY CLIMBING MENTORSHIP: Corporate volunteers climb with high school age mentees at Brooklyn Boulders Climbing Gym in LIC, Queens or Gowanus, Brooklyn

10-20 PPL

Jan-May, Oct-Dec

Monday-Friday

Anytime of

the Day

Brooklyn &

Queens


ONE YEAR CLIMBING MENTORSHIP: Corporate volunteers mentor a high school student for a school year - meeting at Brooklyn Boulders Climbing gyms for a minimum of 4 hours per month based on mentor and mentees' schedules.

6-20 PPL

All Months


All Days of the Week

Anytime of

the Day, 4 hours/month

Brooklyn &

Queens

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CO MMO N I MP A CT P R O - B O N O / S K I L L B A S E D V O L U N T E E R I N G

A B O U T Common Impact is a national nonprofit that works to build a society in which individuals and businesses invest their unique talents towards a shared purpose: strengthening the local communities in which we live and work. Founded in 2000, Common Impact has partnered with Fortune 500 companies and hundreds of the country’s leading nonprofit organizations to create this transformational change through skills-based volunteering.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Lauren Chasanoff Senior Manager, Marketing [email protected] 347-382-7206


SKILL BASED ENGAGEMENTS: Common Impact designs skills-based volunteering programs for companies that engage their greatest philanthropic asset - their people - to build the capacity of the nonprofit sector and our communities. Our projects range from skills-based flash consulting events that take place in one day to long-term engagements that take place over the course of 6 weeks to 6 months.

1-8 PPL

All months

Monday-Friday

Anytime of the

day

Manhattan

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CO MMO N P O I N T QU E E N S A R T S & C U L T U R E □ A D U L T E D U C A T I O N & S K I L L S D E V E L O P M E N T □

C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H □ H E A L T H & W E L L N E S S □ H U N G E R & F O O D S E C U R I T Y □ M E N T O R I N G □ P E O P L E W I T H D I S A B L I T I E S □ P R O - B O N O /

S K I L L B A S E D V O L U N T E E R I N G □ S E N I O R S □ S P O R T S & R E C

A B O U T Commonpoint Queens is a social services organization that meets the diverse and evolving needs in our borough—a place where people of all ages and backgrounds come together to find support, access opportunities, and build connections to community throughout their lives. Guided by the Jewish values of service and justice, we were founded to support our local Jewish community, which we continue to do today. As the demographics have evolved over six decades, we have extended our reach in the community across 52 sites in Queens, including the Sam Field Center and Central Queens, where many of our programs are based. You can come to Commonpoint Queens for early childhood programs, summer camp, senior services, mental health resources, support during crisis, wellness, and everything in between. Here, you will not only find programs that meet your individual needs, but you will be investing in a community that supports people across the entire borough. You make us who we are—and always will.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Sam Schachter Director of Volunteer Services [email protected] (718) 225-6750 ext. 212


HOST A CAREER VOLUNTEER EVENT: Work with college and high school students to prepare them for interviews, resume building, and more.

20-40 PPL

All months

Monday-Friday,

Sunday

3 hours, any

time of the day

Queens

HOST A CAMP FAIR: Bring volunteers to help run stations for campers at our camp grounds in Long Island. Great for a big company looking for team building exercises/intern program.

25-100 PPL

July, Aug

Monday-Thurs

All day

Queens

SPONSOR A BIRTHDAY OR HOLIDAY PARTY: Host a birthday party for a child in need.

1-10 PPL

All months

Sat-Sunday

1-2 hours during

the day

Queens

FOOD & PROUDCT PACKAGES: We are always looking for groups to help put together supplemental food, hygienic, or seasonal packages for our food pantry.

5-20 PPL

All months

Monday-Thurs,

Sunday

3 hours, any

time of the day

Queens


BE A MENTOR: We have a wide array of education programs working with at risk youth, Ladders For Leaders, as well as our own Workforce program that is always looking for skilled volunteers to come in and help us mentor those in need. From resume writing to financial planning, we would for you to work with our clients.

1-100 PPL

All months, 4-6

months commitment

required

Any day of the

week

Any time of the

day, 2 hour/month

req.

Queens


SPRING FLING: Help sponsor the first day of spring with parties and a spring celebration.

20-50 PPL

May & June

Weekend

During the day

Queens

MLK DAY OF SERVICE: Work on a number of volunteer projects to honor the spirit of Martin Luther King Jr. This event usually takes place in Forest Hills.

1-100 PPL

Jan 20, 2020

Monday

During the day

Queens

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C O M P R E H E N S I V E D E V E L O P M E N T A D U L T E D U C A T I O N & S K I L L S D E V E L O P M E N T □ C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H

M E N T O R I N G □ P R O - B O N O / S K I L L B A S E D V O L U N T E E R I N G

A B O U T Comprehensive Development, Inc. partners with NYC public high schools to prepare young adults, ages 14- 24, to secure a successful future for themselves and their families. Through this partnership, our students develop the capability to graduate from high school and make informed decisions on higher education and careers. Our focus is on preparing students through individualized and intensive services to graduate from high school and go on to college or into the workforce. Students who receive CDI services graduate from high school, and get into and stay in college at higher rates than students who don’t receive our services. Our newest programs focus on job training certificate programs that give our graduates practical job skills. Our students are determined to succeed despite the life challenges they face. The vast majority lives below the poverty line, many are older, 17-21 years old, and are completing high school while juggling work and families. As a network of three schools, we have the scale to bring transformational opportunities to young people, especially when preparing them for life after high school. Our programs provide high school students and recent graduates with college and career advising, legal, medical and housing assistance, case management, and intensive tutoring. We also continue to support our graduates during the first two critical years after high school. According to CUNY’s most recent Where Are They Now? Report, students who receive CDI services average 26% higher in GPA, 15% higher in course pass rate, and 14% higher in first year college retention compared to similar students who didn’t receive services. Through our robust certificate training programs in the medical fields, the young people we serve develop the practical skills they will need to enter and sustain family-supporting careers.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Sean Padden Development & Communications Associate [email protected] 212-353-2010


CURATED SPECIFICALLY TO OUR CORPORATE PARTNERS: Our volunteer opportunities are curated specifically to our corporate partners.

5-20 PPL

Jan-May, Oct-Dec

Monday-

Friday

Any time of the

day

Manhattan

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DO R O T □ S E N I O R S □

A B O U T

DOROT is a nonprofit organization whose goal is to alleviate social isolation and provide concrete services to older adults. For more than four decades, DOROT has been an innovative leader in the fields of aging services and volunteerism. DOROT’s diverse set of programs, as well as our focus on providing intergenerational connections to seniors, has ensured that DOROT’s clients have access to the resources they need to age with dignity, independence, and grace.

C O N T A C T Jamie Phillips Service Enterprise Coordinator [email protected] 917-441-5054


Host a Dinner at DOROT's Senior Homelessness Prevention Program: Prepare or cater a meal at DOROT's transitional residence for homeless seniors and participants in the aftercare program. Set up and clean up dinner, dine and chat with seniors to share companionship and stories. This event takes place 4:30-6:30pm.

6-12 PPL

All months

Thursday

Evening

Manhattan

Intergenerational Museum Visit: Bring a group of seniors to a local museum for a guided tour. DOROT will arrange the logistics. Volunteers can meet seniors at the museum and bond over coffee or lunch following the excursion.

10-20 PPL

All months

Monday- Friday

Afternoon

Manhattan

Game Day: Play board games, cards, charades and more with DOROT seniors during an inter-generational "game day".

10-20 PPL

All months

Wednesday

Afternoon

Manhattan

Senior Visit: Bring a gift or box lunch to a senior's home and share stories and companionship. DOROT's seniors have limited social networks and welcome opportunities to meet new volunteers.

10-20 PPL

All months

Monday-Friday

During the day

Manhattan


DOROT Response Team: Join DOROT's Response Team to help seniors in the community. Response Team members visit seniors to celebrate birthdays, help them learn to use computers, organize paperwork or run errands.

1-100 PPL

All Months,


Any day of the week

Any time of the day,

1 hours/month

Manhattan

Friendly Visiting with Seniors: Friendly visitors form ongoing relationships with seniors who have limited social networks and welcome companionship. Volunteers and seniors are matched by social workers based on interests and logistical considerations.

1-100 PPL

All months 1+ yr

commitment req.

Any day of the week

Any time of

the day 2-6 hrs /month

Manhattan

E S T A B L I S H E D O N E D A Y E V E N T S Winter Package Delivery: Brighten a senior's day during the midst of winter by visiting with a care package of treats provided by DOROT.

1-100 PPL

Feb 2, 2020

Sunday

Morning

Manhattan

Passover Package Delivery: Brighten a senior's day by visiting with a care package of treats provided by DOROT.

1-100 PPL

Mar 29, 2020

Sunday

Morning

Manhattan

For more volunteer opportunities, please reach out to the organization.

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E A R TH M A TTE R E N V I R O N M E N T A L S T E W A R D S H I P

A B O U T Earth Matter NY accepts and processes food waste as part of DSNY’s NYC Compost Project. Earth Matter NY Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the art, science, and application of composting in and around New York City. We seek to reduce the organic waste misdirected into the garbage stream by encouraging neighbor participation and leadership in composting.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Marisa DeDominicis Executive Director [email protected] 917-447-7256


Compost Learning Center / Soil Start Farm Activities: Meet our flock of chickens and compost operator apprentices. Learn about the many devices and methods of composting that we utilize. Work on an array of hands-on projects that relate to community composting initiatives. Lend a hand with animal care or processing of compost! Get down in the dirt with us and help us grow our farm! A typical work day helping our farm apprentices and mentors could mean seeding, weeding, harvesting, or any other tasks that keep our crops healthy and productive. You'll be helping our farm apprentices and mentors.

1-30 PPL

April-November

Monday-Friday

During the day

Manhattan

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F A BS CR A P

A R T S & C U L T U R E □ E N V I R O N M E N T A L S T E W A R D S H I P

A B O U T FABSCRAP is a nonprofit organization rethinking textile waste, providing pickup of unwanted fabric from NYC businesses and engaging the local creative community in reuse. We are working with over 200 brands and designers in New York picking up over 3,500 pounds of discarded textiles every week. This material is sorted, with the generous help of our volunteers, for recycling and reuse. Fabric is made available to students, makers, artists and the greater creative community to reuse and small scraps are able to be properly recycled. FABSCRAP is building infrastructure to reduce waste from the fashion industry as well as working to educate the next generation of designers in sustainable alternatives.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Annie Keating Community Coordinator [email protected] 929-276-3188


Sort Designer Fabric for Recycling: Volunteers will tour FABSCRAP’s facility, engage in dialogue about sustainability, and spend time separating fabric from paper headers to sort by color and fiber type for proper recycling. Participants will learn about fabric recycling and how this small non-profit is changing the fashion industry in New York.

4-20 PPL

All months

Monday-Saturday

During the day

Brooklyn

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F O O D BA N K F O R N E W YO R K CI TY H U N G E R & F O O D S E C U R I T Y

A B O U T Food Bank For New York City aims to end hunger by organizing food, information and support for community survival, empowerment, and dignity. Food Bank For New York City has been working to end food poverty in our five boroughs for 35 years. As the city’s largest hunger-relief organization, we employ a multifaceted approach centered on helping low-income New Yorkers overcome their circumstances and achieve greater independence.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Jessica Presedo Manager, Corporate Service and Engagement [email protected] 212-566-7855


REPACK: Sort through and ensure the quality of thousands of pounds of bulk donated food items. Once organized and repacked into boxes, the food is distributed to agencies in our 1,000-member agency network. This is a great project for team bonding

20-50 PPL

All months

Monday-Friday

9:30AM –12:30PM;

1PM – 3:30PM

Bronx

DINNER SERVICE: Help plate and serve dinner to over 350 community members. Assist in cleaning up and preparing the kitchen for service the next day.

1-15 PPL

All months

Monday-Friday

3:30-6:30pm

Manhattan

FAMILY DELIVERY SUPPORT: Help to unload and safely store food from our weekly.

1-8 PPL

All months

Monday

9AM-12PM

Manhattan

PREP & SERVE: Chop, mix and prepare meals for our daily service. Break for lunch and return to our facility to serve supper to our senior clients.

1-15 PPL

All months

Monday-Friday

10:30AM- 3PM

Manhattan

SHOP & STOCK WITH FAMILIES: Assist clients through our choice-style pantry. Restock shelves and bag produce as needed.

1-15 PPL

All months

Wednesday

9-11 AM;

12:30-4 PM; 3:30-6:30PM;

6-8PM

Manhattan

SENIOR BREAKFAST: Prepare and serve a hot breakfast to senior clients at our Community Kitchen and Pantry.

1-5 PPL

All months

Monday-Friday

8:30-11:30AM

Manhattan

SHOP & STOCK WITH SENIORS: Assist clients through our choice-style pantry. Restock shelves and bag produce as needed.

1-15 PPL

All months

Monday-Friday

9AM-1PM; 12:30-

4PM

Manhattan

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F O R T GR E E N E P A R K CO N S E R VA N CY

A R T S & C U L T U R E □ C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H □ E N V I R O N M E N T A L S T E W A R D S H I P □ H E A L T H & W E L L N E S S

A B O U T The Fort Greene Park Conservancy proudly serves Fort Greene Park and our community through free programming, park planting and maintenance materials, staff support and a comprehensive advocacy effort. The Conservancy's operating budgets since 2010 has run approximately $150,000, not including substantial in-kind professional services and donations.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Julian Macrone Associate Director [email protected] 973-563-5212


Fort Greene Park Corporate Volunteer Events: Volunteers will help with park maintenance. Activities could include planting, mulching, weeding, fence repair, stair case maintenance etc.

5-80 PPL

All months

Monday-Saturday

During the day

Brooklyn

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F R E E A R TS N YC A R T S & C U L T U R E □ C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H □ M E N T O R I N G

A B O U T Free Arts NYC empowers underserved youth through art and mentoring programs to develop confidence, creativity, and skills to succeed. We offer programs free of charge to 21 partner agencies, including schools, community centers, and homeless shelters. Since our founding in 1998, we have served over 32,000 individuals. We make long-term commitments to underserved youth so they can succeed academically, artistically, and professionally.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Kim Picarillo Senior Development Manager [email protected] 212-974-9092


FREE ARTS DAY: Employees are paired one on one with a child aged 6-12 to create multiple art projects and provide valuable undivided attention that builds confidence and communication skills.

10-100+ PPL

All months

Any day of the week

During the Day

Manhattan

ART PARTY: Employees prepare supplies for our youth while tapping into their creative side at an adults-only volunteer event. A great team building opportunity! No artistic experience needed!

10-100+ PPL

All months

Any day of the week

During the Day

Manhattan

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F R I E N DS O F CO R LE A R S H O O K P A R K

E N V I R O N M E N T A L S T E W A R D S H I P

A B O U T Founded in October of 2014, Friends of Corlears Hook Park is a 501c3 volunteer group that works to maintain and revitalize Corlears Hook Park for the benefit of the general public and residents of the Lower East Side. We accomplish our work by planning and organizing park clean-up and planting events, providing community programming in the park, raising funds to support park programs and initiatives, and collaborating with other government agencies, non-profit organizations and community groups for the betterment of the park.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Michael Marino Board President [email protected] (646) 489-5520


CLEAN UP OR PLANTING EVENT: Depending on the time of year we can organize two different types of events: Clean-up: volunteers help clean up the park by weeding plant beds and curb edges, picking up trash, and/or raking leaves. Planting: volunteers help plant new flowers, plants, and shrubs. (Requires volunteer group to purchase plant materials).

15-40 PPL

All Months

Any Day of the Week

During the Day

Manhattan


SPRING IT’S MY PARK DAY: Annual event where volunteers help with weeding, planting, mulching and general clean-up throughout the park

10-40 PPL

April & May

Weekend

During the Day

Manhattan

ANNUAL THANKSGIVING SUNDAY LEAF RAKE-UP: Volunteers help rake and bag all the fallen leaves throughout the park that are then sent to the Lower East Side Ecology Center for composting. General weeding is typically also done at this event.

10-40 PPL

December 1,

2019

Monday-Saturday

Afternoon

Manhattan,

Brooklyn, Queens

FALL IT’S MY PARK DAY: Annual event where volunteers help clean the park by weeding, raking leaves, planting daffodil bulbs, and do some general cleaning around the park.

10-40 PPL

Sept– Nov

Weekend

During the Day

Manhattan

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GA LLO P N YC H E A L T H & W E L L N E S S

A B O U T GallopNYC is a non-profit organization based in New York City that offers therapeutic horsemanship programs to children and adults with disabilities. We serve close to 500 riders a week and operate our riding program at four locations, all within NYC. Schedules at each location vary seasonally. Therapeutic horsemanship teaches the skills of horseback riding and horse knowledge to build developmental, emotional, social, and physical skills for each individual rider. Under the direction of a PATH International certified instructor, supported by trained volunteers, each rider progressively acquires riding skills and measurable improvements in life skills. Through weekly sessions, we help riders walk, talk, learn and have FUN! We also offer hippotherapy services. Therapeutic horsemanship means learning to ride a horse but it means much more – it means building a bond with a horse, learning to care for a horse, understanding how horses perceive the world and respond to people, and ultimately being a leader to a horse.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Cheriselle Scott Volunteer Manager [email protected] 917-495-9544


SUPPORT FOR THERAPEUTIC LESSONS- SIDE WALKING: Assist the instructor during therapeutic riding sessions by working directly with the riders. Act as an intermediary between the rider and instructor by assisting the rider in carrying out the instructor’s directions. Help prepare riders for lessons. Assist with rider support during mounting and dismounting; Walk (and jog) next to the rider throughout the class and provide physical support as necessary; Help the rider follow directions given by the instructor

1-20 PPL

All months

Tuesday-Sunday

Any time of the

day

Brooklyn,

Queens, Bronx

SUPPORT FOR THERAPEUTIC LESSONS - LEAD WALKING: Volunteer will lead horses during therapeutic riding classes, working with a group of side-walkers, keeping primary focus on assigned horse (and not the rider) while maintaining communication with team; Executes directions of the instructor during therapeutic riding sessions. Depending on site, will bring horses in and out of arena

1-20 PPL

All months

Tuesday-Sunday

Any time of

the day

Brooklyn,

Queens, Bronx

BARN WORK: Various barn maintenance projects

5-20 PPL

All months

Any day of the week

All day (9-5PM)

Brooklyn &

Queens

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G A Y M E N ’ S H E A L T H C R I S I S ( G M H C ) H E A L T H & W E L L N E S S □ H U N G E R & F O O D I N S E C U R I T Y □

S E R V I C E F O R P E O P L E L I V I N G W I T H H I V / A I D S

A B O U T GMHC is the world’s first and leading provider of HIV/AIDS prevention, care and advocacy. Building on decades of dedication and expertise, we understand the reality of HIV/AIDS and empower a healthy life for all. Our Mission: GMHC fights to end the AIDS epidemic and uplift the lives of all affected.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Shelley Levine Coordinator, Training & the Volunteer Center [email protected] 212-367-1327


MEAL SERVICE (LUNCH): This opportunity includes serving the meal from behind the line (cafeteria style), assisting clients with mobility challenges, bussing trays, running the dishwasher, and cleaning up at the end of the meal. On some occasions, volunteers may be recruited to help with food preparation in the kitchen. A GMHC orientation will be provided prior to beginning Meal Service.

5-12 PPL

All months

Monday-Thursday

11AM-3:15PM

Manhattan

MEAL SERVICE (DINNER): This opportunity includes serving the meal from behind the line (cafeteria style), assisting clients with mobility challenges, bussing trays, running the dishwasher, and cleaning up at the end of the meal. On some occasions, volunteers may be recruited to help with food preparation in the kitchen. A GMHC orientation will be provided prior to beginning Meal Service.

5-12 PPL

All months

Friday

4-8:15PM

Manhattan

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GO P R O J E CT C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H

A B O U T Our mission is to shape the futures of low-income New York City public school children by providing critical academic, social, and emotional support starting in the early elementary years. The GO Project provides year-round educational and family support services to children who are performing below grade level and equips them with the confidence and skills needed to succeed at school, at home, and in life. The GO Project's approach is to target under-resourced and academically-struggling public school students at the earliest stage of their education and equip them with the skills needed for future success. The GO Project is a $2.6 million dollar organization with seven independent host site partners -- Grace Church, Grace Church School, LREI, Friends Seminary, Avenues: The World School, St. Luke's, and Berkeley Carroll School -- serving 735 public school students in grades K-8 from more than 30 public schools in Lower Manhattan and Brooklyn.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Charlotte Karol Community Engagement & Volunteer Coordinator [email protected] 347-377-2318


GO PROJECT DAY OF SERVICE: GO Project Day of Service Groups are invited to join us for one or more Saturdays from November through March or a weekday from July to August to provide additional support to our classrooms. After a brief orientation, Day of Service volunteers are placed into a GO elementary or middle school classroom. A professional teacher models a lesson, activity or project to a classroom of no more than 16 students. Volunteer tutors then continue to work with small groups of students on the lesson, providing individualized attention which allows the students to thrive.

10-250 PPL

Jan, Feb, March,

July, Nov, Dec

Monday-Saturday

During the day

Manhattan & Brooklyn


GO SCHOOL: During the GO School Saturday program, a professional teacher models a lesson, activity or project to a classroom of students. Volunteer tutors continue to work with small groups of two to four students on the lesson providing individualized attention which allows the students to thrive. Tutor small groups of students (in 1st-8th grade) who are in need of academic intervention, under Head teacher's guidance. They also help prepare, record, and put away classroom materials

1-123 PPL

Jan-April, Oct-Dec,


Saturday

Morning,

12 hours/month

Manhattan &

Brooklyn

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GO W A N US CA N A L CO N S E R VA N CY


A B O U T Gowanus Canal Conservancy is dedicated to facilitating the development of a resilient, vibrant, open space network centered on the Gowanus Canal through activating and empowering community stewardship of the Gowanus Watershed. Since 2006, we have served as the environmental steward for the neighborhood through leading grassroots volunteer projects; educating students on environmental issues; and working with agencies, elected officials, and the community to advocate for, build, and maintain innovative green infrastructure around the Gowanus Canal.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Natasia Sidarta Volunteer Program Manager [email protected] 516-425-6182


CORPORATE PARTNER CLEAN & GREEN VOLUNTEER PROGRAM: Demonstrate your company's commitment to community service and environmental stewardship by spending a rewarding half-day volunteering in the Gowanus Canal area. Projects are determined based on seasonal needs and maintenance schedule, but may include caring for street trees and bioswales, installing plants, propagating seedlings, removing invasive species, and more!

10-40 PPL

April-Nov

Any day of the

week

Any time of the

day

Brooklyn

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G R A N D C E N T R A L N E I G H B O R H O O D S O C I A L S E R V I C E S C O R P O R A T I O N

H O U S I N G & H O M E L E S S N E S S □ H U N G E R & F O O D I N S E C U R I T Y

A B O U T The Grand Central Neighborhood Social Services Corporation (GCNSSC) is committed to providing immediate relief to Midtown Manhattan’s homeless population. Through our Mainchance Drop-In Center, we offer basic necessities (food, clothing, showers, and chairs for respite) and a range of social services including employment counseling, treatment referrals, and housing assistance.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Tiffany Livingstone Volunteer Coordinator [email protected] 212-883-0680


VOLUNTEER IN OUR SOUP KITCHEN: Volunteers help serve meals in the soup kitchen.

1-5 PPL

All months

Any Day of the Week

Afternoon &

Evening

Manhattan

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GR A N D S T . S E T TLE M E N T A D U L T E D U C A T I O N & S K I L L S D E V E L O P M E N T □ C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H □

H E A L T H & W E L L N E S □ H O U S I N G & H O M E L E S S N E S S □ H U N G E R & F O O D I N S E C U R I T Y □ M E N T O R I N G □ S E N I O R S □ S P O R T S & R E C R E A T I O N

A B O U T For more than 100 years, Grand St. Settlement has connected New Yorkers to opportunities that inspire, services that keep families strong, and programs that bring communities closer. Today, we serve over 10,000 people throughout the Lower East Side and Brooklyn. We provide services and programming in the following areas: early childhood, youth, seniors, and families and communities.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Clovis Thorn Managing Director of Development and Communications [email protected] 646-201-4208


GARDENING AT WILLIAMSBURG COMMUNITY CENTER: Help prep, paint and protect schoolyard murals up to 15,000 square feet.

10-15 PPL

May-June

Monday-Friday

During the Day

Brooklyn


JUMP! MENTORING PROGRAM: Accompany youth on fun, educational field trips one Saturday a month throughout the school year. Build relationships with young people and meet like-minded volunteers.

5-15 PPL

Jan-June, Sept-Dec


Saturday

During the Day, 3 hours/month

All Boroughs

41


G R E A T E R N E W Y O R K C O U N C I L S , B O Y S C O U T S O F A M E R I C A

A R T S & C U L T U R E □ C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H □ M E N T O R I N G P R O - B O N O / S K I L L B A S E D V O L U N T E E R I N G □ S P O R T S & R E C R E A T I O N

A B O U T The Greater New York Councils, Boy Scouts of America has helped over five million young people become “Prepared for Life” since our inception in 1921. The mission of the Boy Scouts of America is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices. The vision of the Greater New York Councils is to serve children throughout the diverse communities of New York City and to help them to prepare for success in school, career, and life.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Dave Swartz Council Program Director [email protected] 212-651-2853


POUCH SCOUT CAMP IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS: improvement projects at our camp properties (painting, clean-up after a storm, etc.). No experience or specialized skills necessary.

15-60 PPL

All Months


Any time of

the Day

Staten Island

CAREER DAY OR MERIT BADGE WORKSHOP: Organizations can host and lead a one-day event focused on career opportunities in their industry, or they can host and lead a merit badge workshop in their area of focus, such as Journalism, Sustainability, Aviation, Welding, etc.

3-10 PPL

Jan-June, Sept-Dec

Weekday

Afternoon &

Evening

All Boroughs


EXPLORING CAREER EDUCATION POST: Our Exploring program offers worksite-based career education to young men and women ages 14-20 throughout New York City, where they learn in a group setting what careers in different industries actually entail. Participating organizations/companies agree to open their facilities to students after school for a series of sessions and engage employees as volunteers who will mentor the students once a week, for approximately five weeks.. At these meetings, students tour the facilities, learn about the types of careers offered, the education and training necessary to hold the jobs, pay scales and what people do on a daily basis. Posts typically offer special industry-specific projects. These hands-on projects are as varied as our partner companies and agencies.

3-10 PPL

Jan-June, Oct-Dec


Monday- Friday

Afternoon &

Evening, 6 hours/month

All Boroughs

42


GR O UN DS W E LL A R T S & C U L T U R E □ C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H □ M E N T O R I N G

A B O U T Groundswell crates empowering spaces where youth use art as a catalyst for personal and societal change. Since 1996, Groundswell youth and teaching artists have collaborated in neighborhoods across New York City to transform over 500 walls into high-quality public murals that reflect the values, concerns and activism of their communities. We believe the process of making socially-engaged visual art—research, design and fabrication—mirrors the visioning, creating and collaboration necessary for social change. Through our art-making programs, Groundswell youth (ages 13 to 19 plus students as young as 8 through our school- based programs) learn social justice principals, effective communication, meaningful collaboration, and histories of art and activism. Whether it’s the Groundswell Master Studio, a school program, a community partnership, or a youth and artist development program all Groundswell programs provide a creative, collaborative and nurturing space. Our teaching artists are educator-activist-artists committed to collaboration and transformation.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Renee Smith Organizational Strategist [email protected] 718-254-9782


COMMUNITY PAINT DAY: Community Paint Days happen on an ongoing schedule. Volunteers assist with the painting of an already developed mural project. Mural painting takes place in all 5 boroughs.

5-30 PPL

April-November


During the day

Manhattan,

Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx

43


GR O W N YC A R T S & C U L T U R E □ C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H □ E N V I R O N M E N T A L

S T E W A R D S H I P □ H E A L T H & W E L L N E S S □ H U N G E R & F O O D I N S E C U R I T Y □ M E N T O R I N G □ P R O - B O N O / S K I L L B A S E D V O L U N T E E R I N G □ S P O R T S &

R E C R E A T I O N □ U R B A N F A R M I N G

A B O U T GrowNYC is a 48-year old environmental organization that runs the city's Greenmarket farmers market program; builds community gardens and urban farms; works in public schools on recycling education and school garden projects; and conducts recycling outreach and education in all 5 boroughs. Our volunteer projects most typically involve building new community gardens and urban farms across the city. Our volunteer days are extremely dynamic and include: cutting, drilling, and painting new wooden garden beds, picnic tables, and benches; planting flowers, vegetables, and herbs; painting garden signs; and more!

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Mike Rezny Assistant Director, Gardens [email protected] 917-453-6247


URBAN FARM BUILD AT GOVERNORS ISLAND TEACHING GARDEN!: Spend a day working at our urban farm on Governors Island helping us build new garden infrastructure, harvest and plant herbs and vegetables, and paint garden signs. The farm has a great view of the skyline, is right next to some GOATS, and is a 5-minute ferry ride away from downtown Manhattan.

10-500 PPL

All months

Any day of the week

During the Day

Manhattan

BUILD A NEW URBAN FARM/COMMUNITY GARDEN: GrowNYC builds new community gardens and urban farms at locations throughout the 5 boroughs.

10-500 PPL

All months

Any day of the week

During the Day

All boroughs

44


H .E .A .L . T . H F O R YO UTH C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H □ H E A L T H & W E L L N E S S □ M E N T O R I N G

A B O U T We approach health as making the best choices in all areas of life, including physical, mental, academic and financial. Through our model of total health we guide young people after high school and beyond to realize their future goals. H.E.A.L.T.H for Youths, Inc is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit formed for the charitable and educational purposes of assisting youth. We strive to combat community deterioration and juvenile delinquency, improve the quality of education, health care and life-skills training offered to adolescence and young adults. To further this purpose, we collaborate with non-profit organizations, schools, and community organizations to offer adolescence and young adults various programs and workshops in the areas of physical health, mental health, social/cultural education and life-skills. Activities and workshops are carried out by H.E.A.L.T.H for Youths board of directors, officers, staff, and volunteers who are experts in their respective industries. Funding will come from government and foundation grants, corporations and private donations. H.E.A.L.T.H is an acronym that stands for Health, Education, Academic, Life-skills, Training and Help. We model our services after these core principles.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Heather Butts Co-founder [email protected] 347-489-3060


H.E.A.L.T.H for Youth Gardening Day: Gardening day helping with weeding, mulch, planting, compost in one of our 20+ garden sites.

10-50 PPL

All Months


All Time of

the Day

Bronx &

Staten Island

GARDENING & LITERACY: Our gardening events involve community gardening primarily for youth. Projects center on nutrition, weeding, planting and care. We are in various community garden spaces around the city. Our literacy program involves a little free library program as well as reading initiatives, literacy promotion and building little free libraries.

10-20PPL

All Months,

+1 year commitment req.



All Boroughs

H.E.A.L.T.H FOR YOUTH GARDENING EVENT: Our gardening events involve community gardening primarily for youth. Projects center on nutrition, weeding, planting and care. We are in various community garden spaces around the city.

10-50 PPL

All Months

Weekend

All Time of

the Day

Bronx &

Staten Island

45


H A BI T A T F O R H UMA N I T Y N E W YO R K CI TY

H O U S I N G & H O M E L E S S N E S S

A B O U T Founded in 1984, Habitat NYC’s mission is to transform lives and communities by building and preserving affordable homes with families in need, and by uniting all New Yorkers around the cause of affordable housing. Our very first project was Mascot Flats, a dilapidated six-story building in Manhattan’s East Village neighborhood, which was reconstructed with the help of President Jimmy Carter. Since then, we have served more than 600 families.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Sabrina Lippman Vice President of Resource Development [email protected] 646-779-8876


BUILD WITH HABITAT NYC: Join Habitat NYC for a team build day! Volunteers are at the heart of the Habitat model, and Habitat NYC prides itself on providing a rewarding volunteer experience for your team. Volunteers work in a variety of phases of construction – installing insulation, hanging drywall, laying down hardwood floor and tiling, painting the interiors, putting up trim, landscaping and doing finishing work. No experience is necessary and trained staff is ready to teach you all you need to know!

5-30 PPL

All months

Wednesday-

Saturday

8:45AM-4PM

Manhattan,


46


H A R L E M E D U C A T I O N A L A C T I V I T I E S F U N D

C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H □ M E N T O R I N G

A B O U T The Harlem Educational Activities Fund (HEAF) is an extraordinary college prep and leadership program founded in 1989 by Daniel and Joanna Rose. HEAF was established in response to a compelling need to close the opportunity gaps in public education confronting underserved minorities in Harlem and Washington Heights. Since that time, we have expanded our reach of the "forgotten middle" to include students from four of the five boroughs attending over 100 public schools across the city. HEAF creates pathways to college and the professional world for nearly 600 low-income New York City minority youth each year, by providing resources that help them achieve higher education, fulfilling careers, and greater lifetime earnings. HEAF's program enrolls students beginning in 6th grade and supports them throughout college graduation with an 11 year commitment including academic enrichment, tutoring, mentoring, college and career exposure, cultural literacy & arts programs, summer learning, and college/financial aid counseling. Our results are outstanding: 100% of our students graduate high school on time and are admitted to 4-year colleges, and more than 80% earn bachelor's degrees in 6 years.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Kelli Goodman Manager of Volunteer Initiatives [email protected] 212-663-9732


HEAF MINI-MAKEOVER: Transform a classroom, re-design a calendar wall, organize program supplies, or help us stock our supplies and prepare for Summer Quest. Our team will work with your group to identify a project that is mutually beneficial for both HEAF and your group.

10-25 PPL

All months

Monday-Friday

During the day

Manhattan

CAREER DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP: Engage our students in an interactive workshop that will help prepare them for the career of their dreams.

10-25 PPL

Jan-May, Oct-Dec

Monday-

Wednesday

4:30-6:30PM,

5-7PM

Manhattan


CAREER CONSCIOUSNESS WORKSHOP SERIES: Collaborate with our program team to plan and facilitate a year round workshop series designed for a specific student grade to further their professional skills.

5-15 PPL

Jan-May, Sept-Dec,


Monday-Thursday

4:30-6:30PM,

5-7PM, 2 hrs/month

Manhattan

COLLEGE SUCCESS COACH: College Success Coaches commit to working one-on-one with a HEAF student beginning in the Spring of their junior year and into their senior year of high school. Coaches will help guide and assist students throughout the college application/admissions and FAFSA process, and have the opportunity to truly have an impact in the life of a young, college bound student.

1-45 PPL

Jan, March-Dec,


Any day of the Week

Any time of the

day, 5 hrs/month

Manhattan &

Brooklyn


HEAF Middle School Career Day in Harlem and Brooklyn: Individuals from diverse personal and professional backgrounds educate and inspire our students about the many career possibilities ahead of them. We seek professionals to sit on panels to both share their professional journey and offer practical (and honest) words of wisdom to our students during these Career Day Conferences. For each career day, we recruit up to 50 panelists.

1-10 PPL

March, April

Weekend

During the day

Manhattan &

Brooklyn HEAF High School Career Day: Individuals from diverse personal and professional backgrounds educate and inspire our students about the many career possibilities ahead of them. We seek professionals to sit on panels to both share their professional journey and offer practical (and honest) words of wisdom to our students during these Career Day Conferences. For each career day, we recruit up to 50 panelists.

1-10 PPL

March, April

Weekday

Afternoon/

Evening

Manhattan


47


H A R LE M L A C R O S S E C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H □ M E N T O R I N G □

S P O R T S & R E C R E A T I O N

A B O U T Harlem Lacrosse is a school based, full day and year round sport based youth development organization. Our mission is to provide opportunities, relationships and experiences that activate the skills and traits that put youth on a path to success as students, athletes and citizens.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Devin O’Brien Executive Director, New York [email protected] 914-522-1620


TUTORING: 1 on 1 academic tutoring with middle school students

No Min/Max


commitment req,

Monday-Friday

Evening,

6 hours/month

Manhattan

COACHING: Support HL Program Directors at practice. No lacrosse experience necessary. Practices run outside after school 2-3 days a week.

No Min/Max


commitment req,

Monday- Saturday

Afternoon,

4 hours/month

Manhattan

48


H UDS O N R I VE R P A R K F R I E N DS

A R T S & C U L T U R E □ E N V I R O N E M E N T A L S T E W A R D S H I P □ S P O R T S & R E C R E A T I O N

A B O U T Hudson River Park Friends is an independent nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to the completion, care, and enhancement of the Hudson River Park, and is the designated fundraising partner of the Hudson River Park Trust. We create opportunities for private contributions to and participation in the Park's operations and growth, to guarantee its future for generations of New Yorkers, Americans and visitors from around the world

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Amy Molinero Associate Director Corporate and Community Engagement [email protected] (646) 599-8734


HUDSON RIVER PARK VOLUNTEER DAY: Objectives and meeting location are based on what the Park needs at the time. This can include planting, weeding, pruning, mulching and compost processing.

10-80 PPL

March-

November

Monday-Saturday

During the Day

Manhattan

49


H UN GE R F R E E A ME R I CA H U N G E R & F O O D I N S E C U R I T Y

A B O U T HUNGER FREE AMERICA (formerly known as the New York City Coalition Against Hunger) is a national nonprofit group building a nonpartisan, grass-roots membership movement to enact the policies and programs needed to end domestic hunger and ensure that all Americans have sufficient access to nutritious food. Our long-term goal is not just to ameliorate the problem, but also to build the people’s movement necessary to enact the economic and public policies needed to end hunger entirely. Given that hunger drains our economy and tears at our moral and civic fabric, we know that eliminating it will boost the nation both economically and spiritually. Towards that end, we’ve adopted the motto: “Ending hunger lifts us all."

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Stephanie Winter Director of Strategic Volunteerism [email protected] (646) 553-1547


TEACH AND LEARN: Come to one of our community organizing meetings and give a presentation about financial wellness, legal information concerning housing, immigration, etc., and more. Our Food Action Board (FAB) program empowers low-income community members to fight for their own futures and build the anti-hunger movement by helping them develop their leadership, advocacy, and community organizing skills.

No min/max

All Months

Monday-Friday

Specific Hours

All Boroughs

COMMUNITY OUTREACH: Together, we will travel to a neighborhood where we know outreach is needed. By participating in community outreach you can help a family buy food for a whole year, or help a child access free lunch every day during the summer.

8-No max

April - October


Morning & Afternoon

All Boroughs


MLK SERVATHON: Hunger Free America’s annual MLK Weekend Serve-a-Thon honors Dr. King’s legacy as a civil rights and anti-poverty leader and activist by putting volunteers “in motion” throughout the city to help advance food security in our communities. Our volunteer activities – including community outreach and civic engagement – promote long-term solutions to hunger.

No min/max

January

Weekend

During the day

B

50


H UN TE R S P O I N T P A R K S CO N S E R VA N CY

A R T S & C U L T U R E □ E N V I R O N M E N T A L S T E W A R D S H I P □ G A R D E N I N G

A B O U T Our mission is to enrich the quality of life in hunters point by preserving and enhancing its parks, green spaces, and waterfront in partnership with the community. We accomplish this mission through the following activities: Assist the management of Gantry Plaza State Park and Hunters Point South Park and other green spaces in Hunters Point Organize and support special events and activities in the parks Enhance artistic and recreational activities in the parks Monitor potential problems in the area and advocate for solutions Educate the community about environmental concerns on the Hunters Point waterfront to preserve and enhance the waterways

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Casey Chamberlain Manager of Programming and Development [email protected] 585-727-4670


CORPORATE VOLUNTEER GARDENING DAY: Gardening and volunteering in one of the city’s most scenic waterfront parks provides an enjoyable distraction from the stresses of daily living. As the gantries beckon you to the waterfront and the lush gardens reel you in, the hustle and bustle of NYC fades away.

15-50 PPL

March-October

Monday-Friday

During the day

Queens

51


iME N T O R

C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H

A B O U T iMentor builds mentoring relationships that empower students from low-income communities to graduate high school, succeed in college, and achieve their ambitions. At the heart of our work is the belief that education is the pathway to success.

C O N T A C T Andrew Ockenden Associate Director, Corporate Engagement [email protected] 646-707-4426


MENTORSHIP: Mentor a high school student toward college readiness. Maintain relationship through weekly online communication via the iMentor platform, and in-person events held at your mentee's school.

1-1500 PPL

All months,

1+ YEAR commitment

req.

Monday-Thursday

Evening,

6 hours/month

Manhattan,

Brooklyn, Bronx

52


I N N O VA TI O N S F O R LE A R N I N G C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H □ M E N T O R I N G

A B O U T TutorMate is a nonprofit, national, online tutoring program, relying on volunteer full time working professionals who are employed at corporate sponsors. These volunteers commit to 30-minutes per week, during the school day, to provide real-time online (web-based) reading tutoring to an at-risk 1st grade student in their metro area. Nationally, the TutorMate program serves over 5000 students with about 10% of these being students attending NYC DOE elementary schools.

C O N T A C T Dan Weisberg National Director, TutorMate [email protected] 773-718-7474


TUTORMATE ONLINE LITERACY PROGRAM: Volunteers tutor directly from their workplace or from any location with Internet access. Tutors commit to tutoring once per week starting in the fall and continuing into the spring. Volunteers choose their times when they wish to tutor as well. TutorMate’s “virtual volunteer” approach enables busy employees to find the time to give back to their community in a way that makes a life-changing impact on young readers, without the need to spend valuable work time commuting across town.

10 PER TEAM

Jan-May, Oct-Dec,


req.

Monday-Friday


Manhattan,

Brooklyn, Queens

53


LET’ S GE T R E A DY C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H

A B O U T Let’s Get Ready provides high school students from low-income circumstances with free SAT preparation, admissions counseling and other support services needed to gain admission to and graduate from college. Trained college student volunteers deliver these services and offer encouragement, inspiration and confidence.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Keya Patel Development Manager [email protected] 646-808-2764


EXECUTIVE TOUR: LGR has begun a new “Executive Visit” initiative in which a small group of students (10-15) tour an office and meet with professionals from a variety of careers and areas. Students meet as a group and network with 5-10 volunteers representing different aspects of the company, and then potentially gather for lunch or a late afternoon snack with the whole group.

5-10 PPL

All Months

Monday-Friday

Afternoon

Manhattan &

Brooklyn


WINTER CAREER WORKSHOP: Volunteers work with LGR students who are currently in college – with a particular focus on resume writing and exploring career paths.

4-10 PPL

January

Monday-Thursday

Evening

Manhattan

SUMMER CAREER DAY: Volunteers work with LGR high school students to share their real world experience and expertise in small groups (ideal for teams) and large networking sessions.

4-15 PPL

July

Saturday

Afternoon

Manhattan

COLLEGE TRANSITION DAY: LGR students who are about to start college as freshman learn key skills about time management, how to access resources on campus, financial literacy, and social and emotional well-being.

4-15 PPL

August

Thursday-

Friday

Afternoon

Manhattan

COLLEGE LAUNCH DAY: Volunteers work one-on-one with students to provide critical support with completing college personal statements/essays. festivals.

1-15 PPL

October

Weekend

During the day

Manhattan

54


LI GH TH O US E GUI LD

P E O P L E W I T H D I S A B I L I T I E S

A B O U T Lighthouse Guild is a not-for-profit healthcare organization committed to preventing and addressing vision loss so those at risk or affected can live fully and independently.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Cheryl Pemberton-Graves Director, Volunteer Resources [email protected] 646-874-8544

O N E T I M E C O R P O R A T E V O L U N T E E R O P P O R T U N I T I E S CASINO GAME/CRAFT DAY FOR SENIORS: The Adult Day Health Care Program of Lighthouse Guild needs a team of 10 volunteers to help our visually impaired participants by engaging them in activities that create physical, mental, and creative stimuli. We would like to have a casino game day complete with horse racing, roulette, black jack and the like or crafting activities for the participants.

10-12 PPL

Jan, March,

June, Sept, Nov

Monday-Friday

9:30 am – 3:00pm

Manhattan

GOT TALENT? HOW ABOUT ENTERTAINING SENIORS?: We are interested in having an integrated variety show for our Adult Day Health Care Program. Our seniors will perform as well. Your team would come ready to perform.

8-15 PPL

Feb-April, Oct-Dec


Morning & Afternoon

Manhattan

HOST A TOUR OF YOUR COMPANY FOR TEENS: Give our students an opportunity to experience your work environment, hear about the different jobs known and unknown that it takes to run the business. Finally share the skills and course work necessary to succeed. The event will include time for icebreakers and lunch, where there will be an opportunity for one-on-one interactions with the teens

10-12 PPL

Nov - Apr

Saturday

During the day

All Boroughs

CAREER PREPARATION MOCK INTERVIEWS: Our Career Services program provides training and assistance for visually impaired people who are looking for a job. We are looking for a group of corporate volunteers who are willing to conduct mock interviews for these program participants at their place of work.

4-6 PPL

Feb, Apr, Oct &Dec

Monday-Friday

During the day

All Boroughs

E S T A B L I S H E D O N E D A Y E V E N T S TANDEM RIDE WITH A VISUALLY IMPAIRED TEEN: The Tandem Ride event encourages the spirit of teamwork, lifts up the importance of physical activity and creates new possibilities for what can be done by a visually impaired person. Volunteer participants will learn sighted guide techniques and how to ride a bike in tandem. Prior experience riding a bike is required.

10-12 PPL

October 26,

2019

Monday- Thursday

8:30am –

3:00pm

Manhattan

HALLOWEEN PARTY: Have a ghoulish good time with our seniors as a sponsor for the annual Halloween Party! You will host spooky activities, provide light refreshments, dance with them on the dance floor, judge the costume contest and more.

10-12 PPL

October 31,

2019

Thursday

9:30 am –

2:30 pm

Manhattan


55


LI TT LE E S S E N T I A LS F A M I L I E S W I T H B A S I C B A B Y E S S E N T I A L S

A B O U T Little Essentials offers at-risk families living in poverty urgently needed children’s supplies and parenting education to promote the health, well-being and safety of their children under five years of age. The strength of our model is partnering with a network of community organizations to break the cycle of poverty. Through this network of partner organizations, we provide diapers, safe sleep solutions (pack and plays/ bassinets), strollers, car seats, clothing, and other baby essentials to NYC families living in poverty. Since its foundation in 2011, Little Essentials has helped more than 26,000 NYC children and served as a safety net for families who may have otherwise fallen through the cracks. We provide desperately needed resources to families, at a time when they need them the most. Little Essentials depends on volunteers -- including individuals, community groups and corporate groups to come to our warehouse each week to clean, sort and organize donations. Volunteers enjoy working with Little Essentials because they recognize that their efforts help us fill orders for our community partners and get essential baby supplies into the hands of NYC families who need them most.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Zakiyyah Mohamed-Stevens Program Manager [email protected] 646-850-3611


WAREHOUSE VOLUNTEERS: sorting, organizing, cleaning and inventory donations of baby clothing, gear and essentials in our warehouse.

10-15 PPL

All months

Monday-Friday

During the day

Manhattan

56


L O N G T E R M C A R E O M B U D S M A N P R O G R A M F O R N E W Y O R K C I T Y A T C I D N Y – C E N T E R

F O R I N D E P E N D E N C E O F T H E D I S A B L E D , N Y

S E N I O R S

A B O U T The mission of the Office of the Long Term Care Ombudsman is to protect the health, safety, welfare, human and civil rights of people living in nursing homes and adult care facilities. Certified Ombudsmen are a vital link between residents of long term care facilities and the government resources able to investigate and resolve their problems. Ombudsmen are committed to advocating for these senior citizens and ensuring that residents' rights, unmet needs and complaints are handled and resolved effectively, while maintaining resident and complainant confidentiality. In this way, Ombudsmen protect and help improve the quality of life for the frailest of New York's senior population.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Mary Jane Wolper Volunteer Coordinator [email protected] 212-812-2913


HELP ADVOCATE FOR THE RESIDENTS OF LONG TERM CARE FACILITIES: The heart of the Long Term Care Ombudsman Program is its corps of specially trained and certified citizen-volunteer ombudsmen. Many volunteers are professionals from various fields. These dedicated Ombudsmen spend an average of four to six hours a week in each of their assigned facilities, advocating for the residents.

50-100 PPL

All months,

1+ year commitment

req.

Every day of the

week


Brooklyn,

Queens, Bronx, Staten Island

57


MA K E A M A R K N YC A R T S & C U L T U R E □ A D U L T E D U C A T I O N & S K I L L S D E V T □ C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H □

E N V I R O N M E N T A L S T E W A R D S H I P □ H E A L T H & W E L L N E S S □ H U N G E R & F O O D I N S E C U R I T Y □ M E N T O R I N G □ P E O P L E W I T H D I S A B I L I T I E S □ P R O - B O N O / S K I L L

B A S E D V O L U N T E E R I N G □ S E N I O R S □ S P O R T S & R E C R E A T I O N

A B O U T Make a Mark is a 12-hour design-a-thon that creates an equity of design for organizations that worry about the toughest problems in our cities, slave over grants and reports, and sacrifice money and time with their families so we don’t have to think about or solve these societal problems. We gather the best designers and developers in our city to work on projects for these organizations to help them make an even bigger impact.

C O N T A C T Rebecca Gladstone Co-Chair [email protected]

E S T A B L I S H E D O N E D A Y E V E N T

MAKE A MARK NYC: We are looking for volunteers to be makers: designers, coders, strategists, and creatives to join our maker teams to rebrand, set social strategy, build websites, etc for local nonprofits. We spend 12 hours on site building and present to the clients at the end of the day. We are also looking for volunteers to serve as photographers/videographers to capture the day, and administrative volunteers.

20-70 PPL

March-May

Any day of the

week

All day

Manhattan &

Brooklyn

58

ME N TO R N E W YO R K M E N T O R I N G

A B O U T Mentor New York is an affiliate of MENTOR: The National Mentoring Partnership. In partnership with MENTOR, Mentor New York leverages national resources, research and tools to provide local communities in New York the partnership, leadership and infrastructure necessary to support the expansion of quality mentoring relationships. We engage with the private, public and nonprofit sectors to ensure that we fulfill our mission to fuel quality mentoring relationships that bring a caring adult with children in need through safe, effective mentoring programs throughout New York State. Celebrating our 25th anniversary in 2018, we have accomplished much in term of expanding quality mentoring across New York. Currently, we work with 640 mentoring programs which serve over 64,000 children, youth and young adults across New York. Mission: Mentor New York fuels quality mentoring relationships that bring a caring adult together with children in need through safe, effective mentoring programs throughout New York State. Vision: Our vision is to close the mentoring gap for the over 450,000 children in need throughout the New York State. We will accomplish this by: Expanding our customized technical support and training to serve more youth Creating strategic partners throughout the state to leverage resources and information that builds and supports a strong state-wide mentoring movement Increasing the number of programs available to young people; recognizing the many programs following the Elements of Effective Practice in Mentoring and qualifying to become a part of New York Quality Mentoring System Honor Roll

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Xiomara Romain Director of Fund Development [email protected] 631-761-7800


MENTORS’ DAY EVENT: Throughout the month of January, Mentor New York helps mentoring programs host special Mentor’s Day events to celebrate National Mentoring Month. Corporate engagement is critical to helping build momentum for National Mentoring Month and Mentor’s Day. Volunteer opportunities are available for individuals or groups to help organize and run the events.

1-20 PPL

January

Any day of the

week

Any time of

the day

All boroughs


BECOME A MENTOR: Mentor New York is partnered with over 600 mentoring programs in New York State. Programs can differ in a variety of ways. Some are one-on-one mentoring while others may be in groups. Some meet after school and others meet on the weekends. Mentor New York can help individuals find the program that best fits them.

NO MIN/MAX


commitment req.

Any day of the

week

Afternoon/

evening 8-10 hrs/month

All boroughs


MENTORING’S NIGHT OUT 2019: Each year, Mentoring's Night Out (MNO) held at the Bowery Hotel brings together several hundred young professionals for a night of celebration in recognition of the importance of mentoring and the vibrant life of Luke Boisi, who tragically passed away at the age of 21. Volunteers can help prepare for the event and during the event.

1-20 PPL

June

Weekday

Evening

Manhattan

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MY F R I E N DS P LA CE N Y I N C. C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H □ H E A L T H & W E L L N E S S □ M E N T O R I N G

A B O U T My Friends Place NY Inc.’s mission is to empower underserved youths and their families through learning opportunities and youth development programs to help them become confident and self-sufficient and increase awareness of mental health.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Chih Ling Cheng Executive Director [email protected] 347-829-9637


YOUTH MENTORING PROGRAM: Looking for mentors who can commit 2-3 hours, twice a month on the weekend to mentor Asian-American youths. Activities include academic tutoring, fun activities like games, arts and crafts, and meaning talking to provide a possible role model.

5-10 PPL

Jan-June, Oct-Dec,


req.

Saturday-

Sunday

During the day,

12 hrs/month

Brooklyn

60


N E W A LTE R N A T I VE S F O R CH I LDR E N , I N C. (N A C)

C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H □ H E A L T H & W E L L N E S S □ H O U S I N G & H O M E L E S S N E S S □ H U N G E R & F O O D I N S E C U R I T Y □ M E N T O R I N G □ P E O P L E W I T H D I S A B I L I T I E S □

P R O - B O N O / S K I L L B A S E D V O L U N T E E R I N G

A B O U T New Alternatives for Children, Inc. (NAC) was founded on the belief that all children have the right to be nurtured within a safe and permanent family. NAC’s mission is to provide innovative high quality services in support of birth, foster, and adoptive families caring primarily for medically complex children. NAC’s mission includes children with severe physical, emotional, and behavioral challenges and developmental disabilities. NAC’s services enable children to remain in or to be returned to their families whenever possible or to be adopted by loving families. Working primarily with children whose birth families live in poverty, NAC’s continuum of services ensures that children’s physical, social, educational, recreational, medical, and mental healthcare needs are met. By supporting families NAC prevents lengthy stays in foster care, hospitals, or other institutions. NAC builds on family strengths, provides opportunities, and assists all family members in reaching for and achieving their potential.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Bobbi Nathanson Director of Volunteers, Student Internships and Community Relations [email protected] 212-696-1550


RECREATIONAL DAY TRIPS: Recreation trips take place on Saturdays during the school year and on weekdays during school vacations. In winter months volunteers may accompany NAC children and staff to museums, the theater, movies, bowling or ice-skating. Summer outings include waterparks, nature walks, baseball games, and other outdoor events. Volunteers lead and enhance the experience for all involved.

5-10 PPL

All months

Saturday

Any time of

the Day

All boroughs

BACK TO SCHOOL EVENT: Assist with stuffing backpacks with school supplies, loading backpacks and bags of food into vans, and distributing backpacks at the event.

70-80 PPL

June-Aug

Monday-Thurs

Any time of

the Day

Manhattan

NAC KIDS OLYMPICS: Assist 200 families and caregivers as their children participate in adaptive sports, games, activities, arts and crafts, and luncheon.

150-200 PPL

June

Saturday

Any time of

the Day

Manhattan

NAC BOOK FAIR: Distribute hundreds of donated books to children of all ages, participate in various fun activities/arts and crafts, support families and caregivers.

20-40 PPL

April

Tuesday, Thursday

Any time of

the Day

Manhattan &

Bronx


SHARE YOUR SKILLS: Volunteers share their skills such as yoga and dance classes; assisted with resume writing and interview practice; and led programs about money management,

1-20 PPL


commitment req.

Any day of the

week

Any time of the

day

Manhattan &

Bronx

ANIMAL ASSISTED THERAPY: Become a Pet Therapy Volunteer Team and bring your dog for two hours of petting and unconditional love with our children.

3-6 PPL

Jan-June, Sept-Dec,


Thursday

Evening ,

4 hours/month

Manhattan

& Bronx

TUTORING AT NAC: NAC tutors are matched with a student with whom they meet once a week, from 5-7pm, either in our Manhattan or Bronx office. While homework is the first thing our students work on when they come in for tutoring, there are also lesson plans, based on the needs of the student for the children to move through with the support of their tutor.

20-30 PPL


commitment req.

Monday-Thursday

Evening ,

4-6 hrs/month

Manhattan

& Bronx

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N E W Y O R K C I T Y U R B A N D E B A T E L E A G U E

C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H

A B O U T Our mission is every school should have a debate team and every student should have access to the best debate education opportunities. Debate is one of the most rigorous academic programs to prepare students for college, career, and civic success. Debate is a life changer. Each year we serve over 150 schools and over 3000 students with year round programming: daily debate practices, weekly tournaments, weekly workshops, monthly conferences and summer debate institutes.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Erik Fogel Director [email protected] 917-455-1079


JUDGING AT A DEBATE TOURNAMENT: No debate experience required. Volunteers will judge 2-3 rounds of debate. Judge training is provided in the morning.

1-30 PPL

All months

Saturday

During the day

All boroughs

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N E W YO R K CO MMO N P A N TR Y H U N G E R & F O O D I N S E C U R I T Y

A B O U T New York Common Pantry is dedicated to reducing hunger throughout New York City while promoting dignity and self-sufficiency. Last year we gave out 6,025,121 meals to 493,241 New Yorkers.

C O N T A C T Stacy Gonzalez Volunteer Associate [email protected] 646-771-4951


CHOICE PANTRY – EAST HARLEM: Help food insecure families receive free groceries by packing fresh produce, taking grocery orders on tablets, assembling and distributing food packages.

1-25 PPL

All months

Monday,

Wednesday, Friday

4-6:30PM

Manhattan

CHOICE PANTRY – BRONX: Help food insecure families receive free groceries by packing fresh produce, taking grocery orders on tablets, assembling and distributing food packages.

1-25 PPL

All months

Thursday,

Friday

During the day

Bronx

63


N E W Y O R K E D G E

A R T S & C U L T U R E □ C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H □ H E A L T H & W E L L N E S S □ M E N T O R I N G □ P R O - B O N O / S K I L L B A S E D V O L U N T E E R I N G □ S P O R T S &

R E C R E A T I O N

A B O U T The mission of New York Edge is to help bridge the opportunity gap among underserved students by providing programs designed to improve academic performance, health and wellness, self-confidence, character and attitudes for success in life.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Esthefania Rodriguez Development Associate [email protected] 347-684-1644


MLK DAY OF SERVICE: Every year on Martin Luther King Day, New York Edge students participate in activities and volunteer projects that instill in their hearts and minds the importance of active citizenship and giving back to their communities.

5-10 PPL

January

Monday

During the day

Manhattan,


3 VS. 3 BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT: Largest 3 vs. 3 Basketball Tournament in New York City serving over 1,000 elementary, middle and high school students. Volunteers serve as referees, motivational speakers and guest coaches, assist with registration and activity booths.

20-30 PPL

February

Monday-Friday

During the day

Brooklyn

CAREER SPEED DATING: Career Speed Dating is a series of short conversations between students and professionals. Student meets with a corporate volunteer at a 1:1 ratio for 8-10 minute segments then rotate to provide youth an opportunity to gain knowledge from a variety of adults without the large time commitment of traditional mentoring.

25-50 PPL

All months

Monday-Friday

During the day

Manhattan,


E S T A B L I S H E D O N E D A Y E V E N T S SPEAK WEEK: Engage and show students the importance of being prepared for college and their future careers by sharing your own stories. This opportunity can take place at the schools or at your corporate offices.

1-10 PPL

April

Weekday

Afternoon

All boroughs

SPRING ARTS SHOWCASE: Assist with backstage aspects of show including set up , break down and leading students to the stage.

20-40 PPL

June

Weekday

Any time of the day

Manhattan

NEW YORK EDGE SUMMER GAMES: Over 1,500 elementary and middle school students participate in 7 rotations of field day events. Volunteers will assist with crowd management, help children get through the activities as well as distribute water to participants.

15-25 PPL

July-Aug

Weekday

During the day

Manhattan,

Brooklyn, Bronx, Staten Island

STEP COMPETITION: Annual interscholastic competition where over 400 students perform complex step routines. Volunteers assist with set-up, backstage support, lunch distribution and cleanup.

25-40 PPL

March

Weekend

Any time of

the day

Manhattan,

Brooklyn, Bronx

GIRL REDESIGN: Girl Redesigned is an annual fashion show and performance. Every piece showcased explores a social issue and is designed by our students. Volunteers are called to assist with hair and make-up, registration, and with backstage aspects of the show.

15-30 PPL

April

Weekend

During the day

Manhattan,

Brooklyn

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N E W YO R K R E S TO R A TI O N P R O J E CT


A B O U T Nature is a fundamental right of every New Yorker. NYRP partners with local communities, public agencies, and the private sector to acquire, create, maintain, and program public open spaces. Our sustained partnership with communities promotes strong social ties and collective action. We aspire to expand our footprint and impact in all five boroughs to make a safer, healthier, and happier city.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Kayla Donley Development Manager [email protected] 212-333-2552


RESTORATION AND PLANTING AT HIGHBRIDGE PARK: Volunteers will join NYRP staff in restoring the urban forest in Fort George Hill. Home to a basketball court, mountain biking course, hiking path, dog run, athletic field, and playground, this hidden gem in Manhattan offers a variety of recreational outlets for community members. To help maintain access to the park, NYRP and volunteers will remove invasive vines, improve appearance of path edges, and plant trees, shrubs and native seed mix to fill in the gaps and complement the existing vegetation.

10-150 PPL

March-Nov

Monday-Friday

During the day

Manhattan

SHERMAN CREEK PARK BEAUTIFICATION: Volunteers will join NYRP staff and other volunteers in restoring this 5-acre park by weeding the garden plots, adding mulch and soil around the cherry tree esplanade, composting, and caring for the lawns lining the bike path. Volunteers can also help revitalize the coastal salt marsh to protect and enhance the existing habitat in Swindler’s Cove.

5-150 PPL

March-Nov

Monday-Saturday

During the day

Manhattan

COMMUNITY GARDEN CARE: Our community gardens act as hubs for public programming, like environmental education and movie nights, as well as for community gatherings. During the projects, 15-25 volunteers work alongside knowledgeable NYRP staff to repaint fences and sheds, weed and aerate the ornamental gardens, and prepare planting beds for the fall and spring seasons.

5-25 PPL

March-Nov

Monday-Saturday

During the day

All boroughs

GARDENS FOR THE CITY PROJECT: In a city like New York, green space isn’t a luxury— it’s a necessity. Unfortunately, the benefits of high-quality green space are denied to millions of New Yorkers. NYRP and our individual and corporate supporters respond to this challenge through NYRP’s Gardens for the City program. Individuals or community groups apply to NYRP proposing improvements to an open space. NYRP selects projects based on need, feasibility, and evidence of community support, and then engage corporate sponsors and employee volunteers to complete the project. Activities can range from repairing aging infrastructure at a community center to building new raised garden beds and planting a pollinator garden at a school.

10-50 PPL

March-Nov

Monday-Saturday

During the day

All boroughs


TWIGS & SWIGS: Neighborhood Greening with a social twist! Volunteer with NYRP across the five boroughs and meet other passionate New Yorkers. A happy hour follows each service project at a nearby bar for our 21+ crowd.

1-10PPL

March-Nov 1-3 months

commitment req.

Saturday, Sunday

Afternoon,

2 hrs/month

All boroughs

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N YC P A R K S E N V I R O N M E N T A L S T E W A R D S H I P □ S P O R T S & R E C R E A T I O N

A B O U T NYC Parks is the steward of more than 30,000 acres of land — 14 percent of New York City — including more than 5,000 individual properties ranging from Coney Island Beach and Central Park to community gardens and Greenstreets. We are New York City's principal providers of recreational and athletic facilities and programs. We are home to free concerts, world-class sports events, and cultural festivals.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Sarah Kuras Marketing Manager [email protected] 212-360-8216


TREE CARE – STEWARDSHIP VOLUNTEER PROJECT: Help NYC Parks restore natural areas and to care for the trees within our parks and on our streets.

30-500 PPL

All Months

Tuesday-Saturday

During the Day

All Boroughs

GREENTHUMB GARDEN PROJECT: Volunteer groups can help strengthen community groups by weeding, planting flowers, bulbs or shrubs, garden clean ups, building raised beds, providing general maintenance within the gardens, and other special projects.

5-25 PPL

Apr - Sept

Monday-

Friday

During the Day

All Boroughs


FITNESS FESTIVAL: The event will be focused on fitness activities. Volunteers will help facilitate sign-in registration, line management, and assisting with running the activities..

1-50 PPL

October 5, 2019

Weekend

11 AM – 3 PM

Bronx

66


N YU LA N G O N E H E A LTH H E A L T H & W E L L N E S S

A B O U T Our mission is to serve, teach, and discover. We are committed to making world-class contributions that place service to human health at the center of an academic culture devoted to excellence in research, patient care, and education.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Bethany Baron Director, Corporate Partnerships [email protected] 212-404-3581


VOLUNTEERING AT HASSENFELD CHILDREN’S HOPSITAL ON-SITE OR IN YOUR CORPORATE OFFICES: Host an Interactive Event Co-plan an event with our Child Life team, and bring a lively and interactive experience to our patients and their families. Opportunities can accommodate 6 – 10 volunteers, and they will be broken into groups and placed at our new Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital, Fink Ambulatory Care Center, and the Stephen D. Hassenfeld Children’s Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders. Volunteer Opportunities at Company Headquarters Kit Creation Office-based volunteer events are a fantastic tool to have a larger group of employees come together to give back. These activities include creating resources for our patients, such as Infant Playtime Kits, Teen Boredom Buster Kits, and Model Clay Kits.

2-10 PPL

All months

Monday-Friday

During the day

Manhattan


SKYLINE STUDIO AND OPEN ART STUDIO AT HASSENFELD CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL: Monthly Bingo in our Skyline Studio ; Thursdays 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm The mission of the Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital Skyline Studio is to minimize the stress of illness and the health care experience through the therapeutic use of technology and media. Every Thursday, the Skyline Studio hosts Bingo. Patients can play Bingo live in the studio, or from their rooms and call in when they win. Children can also help host, operate a camera, or plan special effects during programming too. Volunteers will help produce a live, interactive Bingo show. From hosting the game to being behind the camera, corporate volunteers allow us to ensure a fun, successful Bingo game for patients. Volunteers will make sure each patient can get the attention and focus they need, whether they are playing the game or helping the corporate volunteers to produce it. Monthly Open Art Studio : 2nd Tuesday of Every Month The Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital Open Art Studio program is a wonderful opportunity for children to express their thoughts and feelings. Corporate volunteers will collaborate with an art therapist or child life assistant to help children use a range of art materials to create works of art. Art supplies will range from finger paints to woodworking, and offer children and outlet for self-expression, and stress reduction. Volunteers will also help assemble craft kits for patients that cannot join the Open Art Studio program because they are in their rooms. Staff will then be able to take these kits to children’s bedside so they too can engage in expressive artwork. Host Interactive Events Throughout the Year Co-plan an event with our Child Life team, and bring a lively and interactive experience to our patients and their families. Opportunities can accommodate 6 – 10 volunteers, and they will be broken into groups and placed at our new Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital, Fink Ambulatory Care Center, and the Stephen D. Hassenfeld Children’s Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders .

2-10 PPL


Commitment req.

Monday-Saturday

During the day,

2 hrs/month

Manhattan

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O P E N I N G A CT , I N C. A R T S & C U L T U R E □ C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H

A B O U T Opening Act seeks to level the playing field for students attending New York City’s most underserved public high schools by offering students opportunities to develop leadership, community, and commitment through our innovative, high quality, free, After School Theater Program. Teens in grades 9-12 make a voluntary commitment to attend each of the 30 weekly 2-hour sessions. While many organizations provide short-term “access to the arts,” Opening Act’s year-long programs give students a sense of ownership, commitment, and community. Our vision is to offer an accessible, high-quality arts education program to the city’s most underserved students – those who could benefit the most from our program. To do so, we target the city’s highest-need schools with disproportionately less access to resources than other schools in the system. These high schools are often flagged by the DOE as “under-performing” and are at risk of closure. We specifically reach out to schools with lower than average graduation rates (as few as 33% of students graduating in 4 years) and an evident lack of theater and arts programming. For the 2018-2019 academic year, we are partnering with a total of 57 schools on 22 campuses throughout NYC, including 6 sites in partnership with Manhattan’s District 79. Each school continues to meet our core eligibility criteria: a lack of theater programming and lower than average graduation rates. A total of 35 Teaching Artists are working closely with their ensembles to provide workshops for over 425 high school students in improvisation, acting games, and writing exercises.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Gabrielle Gilliam Director of Development [email protected] 646-992-8369


CORPORATE ENGAGEMENT WORKSHOPS: Opening Act offers dynamic and inclusive professional development workshops designed to help teams improve teamwork, collaboration, and communication; enhance leadership skills; and, foster creativity and innovative thinking.

10-30 PPL

All Months

All Days of the

Week

During the day

Manhattan,

Bronx & Brooklyn


OPENING ACT’S ACT 2 SATURDAY SERIES: Volunteers work alongside Opening Act students and alumni to provide mentorship and support in topics including resume preparation, mock interviews, and assistance in completing college applications (e.g., personal statements, essays, financial aid forms). Volunteers may also sit on panels where they can share their insights and experiences in higher education and the workforce.

10-50 PPL

Jan-May, Oct-Dec

Weekend

During the day

Manhattan

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P A R T O F TH E S O LUT I O N A D U L T E D U C A T I O N & S K I L L S D E V E L O P M E N T □ C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H □

H E A L T H & W E L L N E S S □ H U N G E R & F O O D I N S E C U R I T Y □ P R O - B O N O / S K I L L B A S E D V O L U N T E E R I N G

A B O U T While open to all, the majority of POTS’ clients reside in the Bronx. Annually POTS will serve 30,000 clients, including 8,000 children. POTS comprehensive package of programs and services address both the immediate and long-term needs of Bronx residents. Services provided include case management and legal assistance, food provision and benefits access as well as medical and mental health offerings. The organization also provides on-site pantry, mail, shower and barber facilities. POTS also provides employment assistance to those seeking job placement and/or employment advancement opportunities as well as immigration services to those seeking a pathway to citizenship. POTS ensures that each client makes broad use of the ‘one-stop shop’ by thoroughly understanding each individual client’s need and introducing them to a range of information and services.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Jon Kornfeld Director of Development [email protected] 718-220-4892


COMMUNITY DINING ROOM: Our restaurant-style dining room is open 365 days a year and needs up to 12 volunteers to serve meals to approximately 400 guests per day

1-12 PPL

All months

Any Day of the

Week

12-4PM

Bronx

MORNING MEAL PREP: Each day we need 6-8 volunteers to make over 400 portions of nutritious healthy food for the day’s lunch.

6-8 PPL

All months

Any Day of the

Week

8:15AM – 11:15AM

Bronx

FOOD PANTRY STOCKING: Each day close to 100 families walk through our Food Pantry.

2-3 PPL

All months

Monday-Saturday

11AM – 1PM (weekday),

3:30-6:30PM Sat

Bronx

FOOD PANTRY VOLUNTEER: These volunteers assist clients in finding what they need during pantry hours.

1-15 PPL

All months

Monday- Saturday

9AM-12PM

Bronx

RECEPTIONIST/GREETER: Receptionists greet POTS’ clients, volunteers, and guests in a friendly and welcoming manner, and help them navigate POTS. Two receptionists are needed per day.

1-2 PPL

All months

Monday, Friday,

Saturday, Sunday

9AM-12PM,

12PM-3:30PM

Bronx

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P A R TN E R SH I P S F O R P A R K S

E N V I R O N M E N T A L S T E W A R D S H I P □ H E A L T H & W E L L N E S S □ S P O R T S & R E C R E A T I O N

A B O U T Partnerships for Parks is a unique public-private partnership between City Parks Foundation and NYC Parks that supports and champions neighborhood volunteers by giving them the tools they need to advocate and care for their neighborhood parks and green spaces.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Mary Daly Corporate Program Manager [email protected] 212-360-8126


IT’S MY PARK VOLUNTEER PROJECT: Volunteers will participate in a NYC Parks beautification project. This can vary, depending on season, but the projects we typically have include painting park fixtures, planting and various horticulture activities, and general park clean-ups. During the winter months, we also have painting projects inside NYC Parks Recreations Centers.

No min/max

All months

Any day of the week

During the day

All boroughs

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P E N N P A C

P R O - B O N O / S K I L L B A S E D V O L U N T E E R I N G

A B O U T PennPAC is a 501(c)3 nonprofit with a mission to harness the intellectual talents and professional skills of alumni of the University of Pennsylvania in a meaningful and socially beneficial way. Accordingly, PennPAC works with nonprofit organizations to help solve their business challenges through the engagement of Penn alumni who serve as pro bono consultants for short-term projects.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Tracy Kamens Operations Manager [email protected] 646-535-2855


PENN ALUMNI PRO BONO CONSULTING EVENT: We would be happy to coordinate a volunteer event for your Penn alumni, engaging them in pro bono strategic consulting.

15-50 PPL

January-May,

November

Monday-Friday

Any time of the day, 3-5 hours

Manhattan

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P E R S O N C E N T E R E D C A R E S E R V I C E S P E O P L E W I T H D I S A B I L I T I E S

A B O U T Person Centered Care Services is a not for profit organization creating social change within communities by supporting people with disabilities on their search for identity and acceptance. Our services and trainings help to educate the public about disabilities and also increase the network of disability allies in the communities we serve. We don’t fill preset slots in generic programs. Instead, we provide the necessary supports unique to each person so they can fulfill their personal goals. The work we do would not be possible without the people who support us and donate toward our mission. Together, we can do so much more.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Andrea Brognano Divisional Director of Community Engagement [email protected] 718-370-1088


WE ARE ONE GALA: At our Gala, we ask for volunteers to take photos, help prepare for the day of the gala by setting up décor, raffle baskets, hand out programs.

5-10 PPL

Oct 4 2019

Friday

Evening

Staten Island

72


P O W E R MYLE A R N I N G C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H

A B O U T PowerMyLearning is a national non-profit organization with the mission of helping students in low-income communities, together with their teachers and families, harness the power of digital learning to improve educational outcomes.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Emily Bailey Manager of School Partnerships [email protected] 917-677-5506


CALL BANK: Assist in making phone calls to remind families of their upcoming workshop or to follow-up after their experience.

6-8 PPL

Jan-Jun, Sept-Dec

Thursday

Evening

Manhattan

FAMILY LEARNING WORKSHOP: Assist families as they learn about and receive their own Home Learning Center, a free internet-ready computer loaded with educational software.

3-4 PPL

Jan-May, Sept-Dec

Saturday

9:00am-12:00pm

& 12:30pm-3:30pm

All Boroughs

COMPUTER REFURBISHING: Help PowerMyLearning sort and clean their donated computers, so that they can be given to under-served middle school students and their families at upcoming workshops.

5-10 PPL

Jan-May, Aug-Dec

Thursday

Morning

Queens

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P R O J E CT S UN S H I N E A R T S & C U L T U R E □ C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H □

H E A L T H & W E L L N E S S □ P E O P L E W I T H D I S A B I L I T I E S □ P R O - B O N O / S K I L L B A S E D V O L U N T E E R I N G □ P E D I A T R I C P A T I E N T S

A B O U T Project Sunshine is a multi-national, volunteer-based nonprofit that meets the social-emotional needs of pediatric patients and families living with all medical challenges. Project Sunshine operates programs in 5 countries, impacts over 150,000 pediatric patients and their families, and provides meaningful community service opportunities to over 18,000 volunteers. We work hard to raise awareness for the emotional needs of children facing medical challenges and their often forgotten caregivers. Our corporate volunteers are professionals committed to fulfilling the Project Sunshine mission alongside their colleagues. We partner with companies of all sizes and industries nationwide. Through customizable opportunities for community service and team-building, our corporate volunteers take a break from their day-to-day responsibilities to make a difference in a child’s life. Corporate groups gather together to create Sending Sunshine care packages in their office. These essential kits keep pediatric patients entertained when they are lonely in the hospital. Project Sunshine also hosts especially themed parties in hospitals, where corporate volunteers do arts and crafts, face painting, and other fun activities with patients and their families.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Ashley Krammer Program Director [email protected] 212-354-8052


SENDING SUNSHINE: Corporate groups gather together to create Sending Sunshine care packages on-site at their office. These essential kits keep pediatric patients entertained when they are lonely in the hospital.

1-250+ PPL

All months


Any time of

the Day

All Boroughs

DIRECT SERVICE: Project Sunshine also hosts specially themed parties in hospitals, where corporate volunteers do arts and crafts, face painting, and other fun activities with patients and their families.

1-250+ PPL

All months


Any time of

the Day

All Boroughs


COMPANY CHAPTER AT A HOSPITAL: Project Sunshine corporate volunteers can develop a "Chapter" at a hospital in their area where they regularly visit to participate in arts and crafts, face painting, and other fun activities with patients and their families.

1-250+ PPL

All months, less

than 1+month commitment req.


Any time of

the Day

All Boroughs

74


QUE E N S B O TA N I C A L GA R DE N

A R T S & C U L T U R E □ E N V I R O N M E N T A L S T E W A R D S H I P

A B O U T Queens Botanical Garden (QBG) is an urban oasis where people, plants, and cultures are celebrated through inspiring gardens, innovative educational programs, and real-world applications of environmental stewardship.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Eryn Hatzithomas Coordinator of Volunteers [email protected] 718-886-3800


HELP KEEP QUEENS BOTANICAL GARDEN GREEN, CLEAN & GROWING: Your group will be led by a QBG Horticulture expert in a hands-on seasonal work activity. Depending on season and need, projects might include: raking, mulching, weeding, planting bulbs, and more. Work gloves, tools, and water will be provided.

10-30 PPL

Apr-Jun, Oct-Nov

Tuesday, Thursday

During the Day

Queens

75


R A N D A L L ’ S I S L A N D P A R K A L L I A N C E


A B O U T The Randall’s Island Park Alliance works with the City of New York and local communities to provide an innovative and exciting destination for New Yorkers to engage in sports, cultural events and environmental exploration. As the dedicated steward of Randall’s Island Park, the Alliance sustains, maintains, develops and programs the Park to support the wellbeing of all New Yorkers.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Ellen McCarthy Public Programs Manager [email protected] 212-860-1899


REVITALIZE THE GARDENS AND NATURAL AREAS OF RANDALL’S ISLAND: TYPICAL VOLUNTEER PROJECTS ON RANDALL’S ISLAND WEEDING Help us remove unwanted plants. Weeding keeps our gardens and natural spaces free from invasive and undesirable plants. Weeding allows light to reach struggling natives which are essential for animal habitat and water quality. PLANTING The maintenance of Randall’s Island’s natural areas and gardens is a constant and ongoing project. Our Horticulture and Natural Areas teams often replace failing plants and experiment with new varieties. Volunteers will help put these new plants in the ground to ensure that our gardens continue to be beautiful for park users and our natural areas viable for native animals and insects. MULCHING Our gardens and wetlands can always use a fresh coat of mulch. Mulch keeps weeds at bay, retains water in the soil, and ensures that pathways are navigable. Volunteers may help lay protective landscape fabric along pathways and cover walkways with fresh wood chips recycled from storm damaged trees.

10-100 PPL

April-November

Monday-Saturday

During the Day

Manhattan

76


R E A D A H E A D

C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H - E L E M E N T A R Y

A B O U T Read Ahead's mission is to help students develop the social-emotional skills essential for academic and life-long success.

Since 1991, Read Ahead (formerly Everybody Wins! NY) has matched volunteer mentors from over 40 corporate and community partners with elementary school children throughout New York City for one-on-one lunchtime reading-based mentoring. Through the over 17,000 Read Ahead sessions held annually, our 1,000+ K-5th grade students develop confidence in their abilities, motivation to learn, and improve the skills needed to succeed in school and in life.

Read Ahead's signature weekly program is a fun and meaningful way for employees to give back to their community. By matching corporate partners to nearby elementary schools, and providing training and support throughout the school year, Read Ahead makes it possible for busy professionals to have an ongoing impact for children in need of some extra attention. We also partner with companies to create one time service opportunities that can be customized to align with your philanthropic goals.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Ariel Grace Senior Director, Development & Communications [email protected] 212-965-2283


BEYOND THE BOOK: Through these in-office opportunities, volunteers will create kits designed to build students' confidence & encourage a love of reading. Volunteers will help pack kits (which may include books, enrichment games, customized bookmarks, and other items that will ignite students' imaginations) that will later be distributed in Read Ahead partner schools. This is an excellent opportunity for busy professionals to build team and make a difference without leaving the office!

10-50 PPL

All months of

the Year

Monday-Friday

Anytime of Day

Manhattan &

Brooklyn

SCHOOL CELEBRATION: Help us create a unique event experience for our students that will get them excited about learning. Volunteers will travel from your office to a nearby Read Ahead partner school to read with students and participate in other fun activities.

10-25 PPL

Jan-Jun; Oct-Dec

Monday-

Friday

During the Day

Manhattan,

Brooklyn, Queens

EXPLORING OPPORTUNITIES: Read Ahead aims to create fun and enriching opportunities for our students that will inspire them to think about their future. Through this in-office event, students will travel to your office to read with volunteers and engage in fun, educational activities, creating a memorable and enriching shared experience.

10-50 PPL

Jan-Jun; Oct-Dec

Monday-Friday

10AM – 2PM or

10:30AM–12:30PM

Manhattan &

Brooklyn


SIGNATURE WEEKLY MENTORING PROGRAM: Our signature weekly mentoring program brings talented professionals together with elementary students in need of some extra support. Mentors from over 40 corporate sponsors spend one lunch period per week (or every other week, trading off with a colleague) with their mentee. Through reading together, conversing, and structured activities, mentor-mentee pairs develop a caring, constructive relationship with their students through a shared love of reading. Read Ahead matches each partner with a school near their office, and provides volunteer mentors with ongoing training and support.

VARIES

All months

(except August), 9-12 months

commitment req.

Monday-Friday

35-50 minutes

between 11AM-1PM

Manhattan,

Brooklyn, Queens

77


R E A DI N G P A R TN E R S C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H – E L E M E N T A R Y

A B O U T Our mission is to help children become lifelong readers by empowering communities to provide individualized instruction with measurable results. In the 2018-2019 school year we will engage 1300 community volunteers to tutor 1,180 students across New York City public schools.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Alexis Walls Development Coordinator [email protected] 347-409-1089


TUTOR FOR A DAY: Reading Partners’ Tutor for a Day events give corporate volunteers the opportunity to experience the Reading Partners program firsthand while providing crucial literacy services to students. Your company’s employees will be trained on our curriculum and then provide individualized tutoring sessions at one of our 20 partner elementary schools across New York City

5-12 PPL

Jan-May, Oct-Dec

Friday

During the day,

3-5 hours

Manhattan,


78


R I VE R S I DE P A R K CO N S E R VA NCY E N V I R O N M E N T A L S T E W A R D S H I P

A B O U T The mission of the Riverside Park Conservancy is to restore, maintain, and improve Riverside Park in partnership with the City of New York for the enjoyment and benefit of all New Yorkers. We support the preservation of the park’s historic landscape, structures, and monuments, engage the community in active stewardship of the park, and provide a wide range of public programs.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Marissa Molina Murals Director [email protected] 516-425-6182


RESTORE HISTORIC VIEWS OF THE HUDSON RIVER: Many park users come to Riverside Park for its historic views of the Hudson River. However, many viewpoints are obstructed by invasive plant species growing full and tall under the mature tree canopy. To restore these views, Riverside Park Conservancy invites Moody’s to be a part of this exciting restoration by removing these invasive species and planting native plants along the slopes of 86th-91st Streets.

50-100 PPL

May-Nov

Tuesday-Saturday

Morning

Manhattan

RECLAIM THE BIKE PATH SLOPES: Riverside Park Conservancy is excited to partner with groups of 40-100 volunteers to remove these invasive plants and cover the slopes with jute fabric to suppress further growth.

40-100 PPL

Jun-Nov

Tuesday-

Friday

Morning

Manhattan

79


S E L F H E L P C O M M U N I T Y S E R V I C E S S E N I O R S

A B O U T Selfhelp is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to maintaining the independence and dignity of seniors and at-risk populations through a spectrum of housing, home health care and social services, and will lead in applying new methods and technologies to address changing needs of its community. Selfhelp will continue to serve as the “last surviving relative” to its historic constituency, victims of Nazi persecution. To increase well-being & alleviate social isolation for older adults by connecting them to their immediate and greater community via technology.

C O N T A C T Carnella Chessen Outreach/Volunteer Coordinator [email protected] 718-559-4378


CORE THRIVE PROGRAMS: Guest artists and professionals conduct workshops, demonstrations, and facilitate discrete projects with students. School days Oct-May.

1-20 PPL


commitment req.

Any day of the week

During the day,

1 hr/month

All Boroughs

80


S N UG H A R BO R CULT UR A L CE N T E R & BO TA N I C A L GA R DE N

A R T S & C U L T U R E □ A D U L T E D U C A T I O N & S K I L L S D E V E L O P M E N T □ C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H □ E N V I R O N M E N T A L S T E W A R D S H I P

□ H E A L T H & W E L L N E S S □ H U N G E R & F O O D I N S E C U R I T Y □ P E O P L E W I T H D I S A B I L I T Y □ S E N I O R S □ S P O R T S & R E C

A B O U T Snug Harbor's mission is to provide a vibrant, regional cultural destination that offers dynamic programming in arts, education, horticulture, agriculture, and recreation for diverse cultures and all ages while ensuring a well-managed campus for all residents of Staten Island and surrounding communities.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Beth Scannapieco Manager, Grants & Gifts [email protected] 718-425-3511


BEAUTIFYING SNUG HARBOR!: Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden is the result of more than four decades of restoration and development to convert a 19th century charitable rest home for sailors to a regional arts center, botanical gardens, and public park. Snug Harbor is 83-acres of 12 gardens, 28 buildings, and a lot of history! Volunteers are needed for weeding, mulching, and maintaining this space.

25-75 PPL

Mar-May, Sept- Nov

Tuesday-Friday

During the Day

Staten Island

81


S O U T H A S I A N Y O U T H A C T I O N ( S A Y A ) C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H □ M E N T O R I N G

A B O U T South Asian Youth Action (SAYA) is a 501(c)3 organization for New York City youth ranging in age from first-graders to college students, offering mentorship beyond the classroom. Our mission is to foster a strong sense of belonging in youth, and to provide them with tools to thrive academically, professionally, and personally. Established in 1996, SAYA has grown into a $4.3 million organization currently running programs at nine New York City schools, as well as our community center in Elmhurst, Queens. SAYA is South Asian-focused, inclusive and committed to connecting youth from all backgrounds to opportunities. Many of our participants are first- or second-generation immigrants and face challenges that can hinder their chances to be academically successful, graduate high school and go to college. SAYA provides an accessible, safe and culturally affirming space for youth and offers mentorship beyond the classroom so they confidently grow into engaged community members ready for college, career and personal success. SAYA offers year-round programming that takes place during the school day, after school, on weekends and during the summer. Our holistic and comprehensive services include free leadership and identity development, academic support, college access and success programming, career exploration, sports, arts and STEM instruction.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Susan Callo Development & Special Events Manager [email protected] 718-651-3484


CAREER EXPLORATION DAY: SAYA seeks panelists from several broad industry categories for our annual Career Exploration Day, which exposes high school youth to a variety of professional paths and adult role models. We also put together small panels with 2-4 individuals who speak to our youth about their educational and professional trajectories during our year-round programming. The dates for these panels are flexible. Through these events, we provide youth with the resources to make informed educational choices and set goals for their future.

10-30 PPL

March &

November

Weekend

During the Day

Queens

82


S UMME R S E A R CH A D U L T E D U C A T I O N & S K I L L S D E V E L O P M E N T □ M E N T O R I N G

A B O U T Summer Search is a positive youth development organization that supports the development of purpose-driven leaders by increasing the number of students from low-income backgrounds who successfully complete college and enter the workforce. By providing crucial resources and opportunities, Summer Search helps students build the skills they need to overcome the barriers they face and define success for themselves. The Summer Search New York City office opened in 2003 as the third local site of a national nonprofit organization and has cumulatively served more than 800 students. Our program has generated inspiring outcomes: in short, 78% of Summer Search NYC students earn their B.A., compared to 21% of their peers.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Emily Behan Corporate Relations Manager [email protected] 212-248-7401


VOLUNTEER CORPS: The Volunteer Corps is a group of Summer Search supporters who are ready to help our students with critical tasks related to their academic and professional careers on an “as-needed” basis.

1-50 PPL

All Months

Any Days of the Week

All Day,

1 hr/month

All Boroughs


FITNESS RUNS: Volunteers will run/jog alongside our students and simultaneously encourage our students to finish the run. They will also take note of any students who stop during the 20-minute course.

1-10 PPL

April-May

Weekday

Afternoon &

Evening

Manhattan

EQUIPMENT BAGGING DAY: We need to organize equipment for our students’ summer wilderness expeditions. We expect to send more than 100 students on wilderness trips this summer, and need to fully equip each student with the proper wilderness clothing and gear. Volunteers will work with our staff leads to pack an individualized bag for each student based on their clothing and shoe size, and the required gear for their trip.

1-5 PPL

May

Monday-Friday

Morning & Afternoon

Manhattan

83


TA P R O O T F O UN DA TI O N P R O - B O N O / S K I L L B A S E D V O L U N T E E R I N G

A B O U T Taproot Foundation is creating a world where organizations dedicated to social change have full access—through pro bono service—to the marketing, strategy, HR, and IT resources they need to be most effective. Taproot’s programs connect nonprofit and social change organizations to talented business professionals who volunteer their expertise to deliver high-impact pro bono service. As a leader in the pro bono space, we work with companies to design and implement pro bono employee engagement programs and publish research and thought leadership that advances the pro bono movement.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Casey Becerra Program Director [email protected]


PRO BONO CONSULTING: Help a nonprofit brainstorm, troubleshoot, and diagnose challenges in a one-hour virtual consulting session.

1-500+ PPL

All Months

Any Days of the Week

During the Day

All Boroughs

SPEED CONSULTING: Connect in person with local nonprofits at this half-day, round-robin workshop where you’ll provide advice on organizations’ key challenges.

30-50 PPL

All Months

Weekday

During the Day

Manhattan


PRO BONO TEAM PROJECTS: Team up with 4 – 5 other skilled volunteers to work in person on a 12 – 15 week project fully customized to address an organization’s most pressing infrastructure challenge.

3-6 PPL


commitment req.

Monday-

Friday

Any time of

the Day, 16 hrs/month commitment

req.

All Boroughs

84


TH E BO W E R Y MI S S I O N A D U L T E D U C A T I O N & S K I L L D E V E L O P M E N T □ C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H □

H O U S I N G & H O M E L E S S N E S S □ H U N G E R & F O O D I N S E C U R I T Y □ M E N T O R I N G □ P R O - B O N O / S K I L L B A S E D V O L U N T E E R I N G

A B O U T The Bowery Mission has served homeless and hungry New Yorkers since 1879. Last year, The Bowery Mission provided more than 653,500 warm meals, 167,300 nights of shelter, distributed 46,380 articles of clothing, offered 13,300 showers and 1,300 onsite medical, dental and optometry exams. Each meal and every night of shelter is an invitation to residential recovery programs, where men and women get a second chance and lives are transformed from hopelessness to hope. The Bowery Mission’s residential programs served over 350 men and women who are regaining sobriety, reconnecting with family, pursuing educational goals, and preparing for work and independent living.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Audrey Cooper Partnerships Associates [email protected] 646-362-3108


MEAL SERVICE & COMPASSIONATE CARE: Volunteers help with preparing and serving meals, keeping food prep areas clean and organized, and distributing clothing.

8-12 PPL

All Months

Any Day of the Week

Breakfast

7:30am-9:30am Lunch

9:30am-2:30pm Dinner

5:30pm-7:30pm

Manhattan

VOCATIONAL SERVICE: Help us prepare clients to reenter the workforce!

5-12 PPL

All Months

Tuesday & Thursday

2pm-4pm

Manhattan

CULTURAL EVENTS & SPECIAL PROJECTS: An offsite cultural activity – such as a museum visit, theater or sporting event – would be educational and facilitate interaction among program residents and volunteers.

5-25 PPL

All Months

Everyday

Afternoon &

Evening

All Boroughs

85


TH E K N O W LE DGE H O US E A D U L T E D U C A T I O N & S K I L L D E V E L O P M E N T □ C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H

A B O U T TKH was initially launched in 2014 as a program designed to introduce disconnected young adults to basic coding skills and career exploration in technology. To date, TKH has served more than 1500 young people from underserved communities. TKH’s current course offerings include our Exploring Technology (E-tech) program for high school students, our flagship Intro to Tech program for novice students and our Advanced programs in either Cross-Platform Development with JavaScript, Data Science with Python, Software Development with Java, or Usability Testing Certificate with Hostos Community College for advanced students seeking employment in the technology ecosystem. Our mission is to empower and sustain a talent pipeline of technologists, entrepreneurs, and digital leaders who will uplift their communities out of poverty. The Bronx has the opportunity to serve as a grassroots model for tech-powered economic and business development in communities left out of the traditional economy.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Derrick Stroman Industry Coordinator [email protected] 201-771-2941


OFFICE VISIT: Host an office visit for our fellows to explore prospective careers. We are looking for the visits to a tour and breakout session relevant to technical and career development topics. Interactive panels and workshops are preferred.

3-6 PPL

Jul 2019 – Jan 2020

Monday-Friday

All Day

Bronx &

Manhattan


TECHNICAL/CAREER DEVELOPMENT VOLUNTEER: Support our fellows by assessing their technical and professional skills. You’ll be responsible for assisting current fellows and alumni with strengthen their technical skills and career development. Opportunity can be done remotely.

10-15 PPL

Jul 2019 – Jan 2020

Monday-Saturday

Afternoon &

Evenings, 10hrs/month

req.

All Boroughs


MOCK INTERVIEW DAYS: Support our fellows with technical and behavioral interview practice. You’ll be responsible for preparing current and alumni to ace their next interview.

3-10 PPL

August 19, 2019

& September 23,

2019

Weekend

Afternoon &

Evening

Bronx

Graduation: We celebrate the completion of our program with students presenting their final projects. For our graduation, we are looking for guest speakers to open to the event with some words of encouragement and share their career journey to our fellows. We’ve had previous students and tech leaders empower our fellows as they begin their tech career.

3-5 PPL

August 26, 2019

& January 26,

2020

Weekend

Afternoon &

Evening

Bronx

86


TH E MI S S I O N CO N TI N UE S V E T E R A N S □ C O M M U N I T Y D E V E L O P M E N T

A B O U T The Mission Continues empowers veterans who are adjusting to life at home to find purpose through community impact. We deploy veterans on new missions in their communities, so that their actions will inspire future generations to serve.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Mohan Sivaloganathan Executive Director - Northeast [email protected] 212-430-6546

L O N G T E R M C O R P O R A T E V O L U N T E E R O P P O R T U N I T I E S

OPERATION CENTRAL HARLEM: Residents of Central Harlem, and we – at The Mission Continues - believe that we can make the greatest impact in this community by ensuring that residents have consistent access to fresh and nutritious food. Specifically, we are going to renovate multiple farms and create gardens that residents can utilize.

5-25 PPL

All months

1 Year commitment req.

Saturday

During the day,

4 hrs/month

Manhattan

OPERATION BROWNSVILLE: With the help of the Brooklyn Platoon, Brownsville parks will be beautified, with the purpose of providing increased accessibility to parks, and improved park report card ratings. As parks are improved, we hope community members will notice these efforts and feel empowered to continue in building their agency in Brownsville.

5-50 PPL

All months

1 Year Commitment req.

Saturday

Morning or

evening, 4 hrs/month

Brooklyn


9/11 Day of Service: The Mission Continues is recognizing the anniversary of September 11, 2001 by volunteering once again to serve our country. United by the common bond of service, volunteers will tackle projects aimed at making our communities stronger.

50-100 PPL

September

Weekend

During the Day

Manhattan, Brooklyn &

Bronx

VETERANS DAY: The Mission Continues is recognizing the anniversary of Veterans Day by volunteering once again to serve our country. United by the common bond of service, volunteers will tackle projects aimed at making our communities stronger.

50-100 PPL

November

Weekend

During the Day

Manhattan, Brooklyn &

Bronx

87


TH E N E W YO R K F O UN DLI N G

C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H □ P E O P L E W I T H D I S A B I L I T I E S P R O - B O N O / S K I L L B A S E D V O L U N T E E R I N G

A B O U T The New York Foundling is one of the community’s largest and longest-standing nonprofits, and is dedicated to nurturing the safety, well-being, and supportive relationships that each person needs to reach their full potential. Our story begins in 1869, when we were founded by the Sisters of Charity as a home for abandoned babies. Since then, we have evolved with the needs of the community into a leading provider of services to over 30,000 children, youth, adults, and families each year throughout New York City; Rockland, Westchester, and Orange counties; and Puerto Rico.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Miri Lee Development Coordinator [email protected] 212-886-4087


BABY BUNDLE PROJECT: Volunteers will put together Baby Bundles with essential baby supplies to support The Foundling’s Mother/Child program as well as our Crisis Nursery.

15-35 PPL

All Months

Monday-Friday

During the Day

Manhattan


CAREER NIGHT: The Foundling’s career night introduces the young people we serve to new industries and professions, helping them to explore possibilities for their futures.

2-5 PPL

March

Weekday

Evening

Manhattan

88


TH E O P P O R TUN I TY N E TW O R K A D U L T E D U C A T I O N & S K I L L S D E V E L O P M E N T □ C H I L D R E N &

Y O U T H □ M E N T O R I N G □ P R O - B O N O / S K I L L B A S E D V O L U N T E E R I N G

A B O U T Since 2003, The Opportunity Network (OppNet) has worked with students from historically underrepresented communities in developing the skills, knowledge, and passions to achieve their college and career goals. This year, we are working with 880 students in our founding OppNet Fellows program in New York City. We work with students for six years—from the summer after 10th grade through to college graduation, and into careers—with remarkable results: 100% of OppNet Fellows graduate from college, over 90% of whom will be the first in their families to do so; and 85% secure meaningful employment or graduate school admission within six months of college graduation. These results far exceed national trends, and we achieve them through our proprietary, best-in-class Career Fluency® curriculum that centers on four core pillars: 1.) College Access, Transition, and Success; 2.) Career Awareness and Exposure; 3.) Professional and Workplace Skills; and, 4.) Networks and Social Capital. Armed with a track record of success over the last 15 years, OppNet is expanding our impact to support schools and youth-serving organizations to help their students become college- and career-ready. Through our Career Fluency® Partnerships program, OppNet works with our Partners to train their teachers, guidance counselors, and/or staff to adapt and deliver our curriculum, building each Partner’s own institutional capacity to achieve superior college and career results for the students they serve. To date, OppNet has worked with over 40 Partners across the country, reaching several thousand students.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Janine Cibellis Associate Director of Development [email protected] 917-258-3445


MOCK INTERVIEW WORKSHOP: OppNet hosts 90-minute workshops where students are matched with volunteers to practice simulated interviews in preparation for their summer internship or post-collegiate job searches.

10-40 PPL

January-April

Monday-Thursday

Evening

Manhattan

SPEED NETWORKING: Derived from the concept of “Speed Dating,” this dynamic and fun session provides students with opportunities to apply what they have learned from OppNet.

5-15 PPL

Jan, Mar-Jul,

Nov-Dec

Monday-Thursday

Evening

Manhattan

CAREER EXPOSURE ROUNDTABLE & PANEL DISCUSSIONS: OppNet hosts a number of industry-specific career panels and roundtable discussions to increase OppNet students’ awareness and exposure to various companies, fields, and positions.

1-6 PPL

January-May

Monday-Thursday

Evening

Manhattan

WORKPLACE FIELD TRIPS: OppNet regularly brings students on special trips to various workplaces so that they can meet professionals, explore different career options, and experience a variety of professional environments.

5-20 PPL

February

& July

Monday-

Friday

All Day

Manhattan

RESUME WORKSHOP: OppNet hosts 90-minute resume workshops where volunteers work with students to edit their resumes in real time, offering feedback and advice to help students polish their resumes to use when applying to summer internships or jobs.

10-40 PPL

Nov-Dec

Monday- Thursday

Evening

Manhattan,

Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens


COLLEGE ESSAY COACH PROGRAM: College Essay Coaches works with our 12th grade OppNet Fellows from September to December to help them brainstorm, draft, and edit their personal statements and supplemental essays for college applications.

` 1-10 PPL Aug– Dec All Days of Afternoon & Manhattan the Week Evening

89


TH R I VE C O LLE CTI V E A R T S & C U L T U R E □ C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H □ M E N T O R I N G

P R O - B O N O / S K I L L B A S E D V O L U N T E E R I N G □ S P O R T S & R E C R E A T I O N

A B O U T Thrive Collective (incorporated as 20/20 Vision for Schools, Inc.) is a New York City based 501(c)(3) nonprofit that creates hope and opportunity through arts and mentoring in public schools. Thrive’s programs – Murals, Music, Media, Mentors, and Sports – connect artists and youth workers with local students and schools as teaching artists, art directors, coaches, and mentors, providing project-based learning and curriculum that aligns with relevant City, State and federal standards, integrates life and art skills in four kinds of experiences: accredited, in-school classes; after school clubs; seasonal intensives; and weekend warriors. Thrive is a licensed New York City vendor with the departments of Education, Youth and Community Development, and Cultural Affairs. Thrive moved its headquarters and Studio Arts programs to the Living Redemption Youth Opportunity Hub in Central Harlem in early 2018. In 2018, Thrive’s core programs worked with 3,000 students in thirty schools, producing thirty-five school murals totaling almost 12,000 square feet of public art; nearly forty art festivals, ribbon cutting celebrations, and school assemblies; a dozen student films; training and professional development for nearly 2,000 community leaders and educators; and 100% of graduating seniors from its School Mentors programs were accepted into college. Thrive launched the Bring Art Back campaign in 2018 to restore art education to the 419 public schools and 250,000 students in New York City's lowest income neighborhoods that lack arts and music teachers of any kind. The Bring Art Back campaign can eradicate this injustice within three years by connecting artists and youth workers with local schools as teaching artists, art directors, and mentors. Project based learning integrates life and art skills, as students cultivate a shared vision and bring that vision to life collaboratively.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Marissa Molina Murals Director [email protected] 516-425-6182


SCHOOL MURALS & MURAL INTENSIVES: Help prep, paint and protect schoolyard murals up to 1,5000 square feet.

10-30 PPL

April-October

Monday-Saturday

During the day

Manhattan, Brooklyn,

Queens, Bronx


CORE THRIVE PROGRAMS: Guest artists and professionals conduct workshops, demonstrations, and facilitate discrete projects with students. School days Oct-May.

1-6 PPL

Oct-May,


Monday-

Friday



Queens, Bronx

MENTORING: School-based mentoring from October - June for adults who live, work, or worship within 15 minutes of select schools.

1-12 PPL

Oct-May,


required

Monday- Saturday

Morning or evening, 4

hours/month


Queens


THRIVE SPORTS TOURNAMENTS: Staff one-day basketball and/or soccer tournaments.

1-15 PPL

May-August

Weekend

During the day

All boroughs

ART FESTIVALS: Help staff neighborhood and borough-wide, interactive art festivals.

2-15 PPL

May-July

Weekend

During the day


Bronx, Queens

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UM CH UR C H O F TH E VI LLA GE H U N G E R & F O O D I N S E C U R I T Y

A B O U T Hope for Our Neighbors in Need (HNN) is a hunger relief and economic empowerment program based in New York’s Greenwich Village that serves hundreds of people in need each week through our food pantry and community meal programs. HNN is not simply a hunger relief organization. We also act as a conduit for resources, striving to empower our guests as they work to escape from the cycle of poverty. Rooted in hope, our mission is to eliminate hunger and provide people with the resources they need to achieve economic freedom.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Teresa Concepcion Executive Director [email protected] 212-243-5470

E S T A B L I S H E D O N E D A Y E V E N T

HOPE for OUR NEIGHBORS IN NEED – THANKSGIVING GIVEAWAY: Setting up supermarket style food pantry, distribution of goods, meal prep, serving, and clean-up.

1-15 PPL

November

Weekday

During the day

Manhattan

91


UN I O N S E TT LE ME N T A D U L T E D U C A T I O N & S K I L L S D E V ’ T □ C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H □

H E A L T H & W E L L N E S S □ H U N G E R & F O O D I N S E C U R I T Y □ M E N T O R I N G □ S E N I O R S

A B O U T Union Settlement is an on-the-ground resource for East Harlem residents of all ages, and a passionate advocate for the needs of underserved communities. Since opening our doors in 1895, we have brought education, wellness and community-building programs to our neighborhood, empowering New Yorkers with opportunities to better their lives. By helping our neighbors realize their goals, we build the vitality and success of East Harlem.

C O N T A C T Kayla Duffy Development Associate – Database and Volunteer Management [email protected]


MEALS ON WHEELS: Help pack and deliver meals to seniors in the East Harlem community. Volunteers pack hot and cold meals and deliver them to seniors either on foot or in our transport vans with our program staff. Many of our seniors are homebound and live alone, so volunteers provide them with the meals they need and someone to talk to.

5-15 PPL

All Months

Monday-Saturday

Morning

Manhattan

CAREER WORKSHOP: Host a career-related workshop for high school students in our College Readiness program and disconnected youth in our Career Academy program. Volunteers can help with a professional dress fashion show, resume-building workshop, or mock interviews. Career panels can also be held where volunteers discuss the work they do and answer questions from students interested in their fields.

5-10 PPL

Jan-May, Sept-Dec

Monday-

Friday

During the Day

Manhattan

GARDEN CLEANUOP: We invite volunteer groups of up to 40 people to come help us clean up and revitalize the garden space during the spring, summer, and early fall. Volunteers are also invited to come help our community gardeners with spring plantings in May.

5-40 PPL

Apr-Oct

Monday-

Friday

Morning & Afternoon

Manhattan


HOLIDAY GIFT WRAPPING PARTIES: Help us wrap the hundreds of gifts that are donated to us during our annual Holiday Toy Drive. We ask volunteers to come to Union Settlement in large groups for social “wrapping parties” with our program staff. Wrapping parties are scheduled during mid-December.

5-15 PPL

December

Monday -

Wednesday

During the Day

Manhattan

THANKSGIVING FOOD DRIVE: Spend a morning filling bags with turkeys and trimmings and/or an afternoon distributing food bags to East Harlem families in need during our annual Thanksgiving Food Drive. We ask volunteers to help during the Monday and Tuesday before Thanksgiving each year.

5-15 PPL

November

Monday -

Thursday

During the Day

Manhattan

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UN I TE D W A Y O F N YC A D U L T E D U C A T I O N & S K I L L S D E V E L O P M E N T □ C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H □

H O U S I N G & H O M E L E S S N E S S □ E N V I R O N M E N T A L S T E W A R D S H I P □ H U N G E R & F O O D I N S E C U I R I T Y

A B O U T United Way of New York City helps to mobilize our communities to break down barriers and build opportunities that improve the lives of low-income New Yorkers for the benefit of all. We envision caring communities where all individuals and families have access to quality education and the opportunity to lead healthy and financially secure lives.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Lauren Ramsey Senior Manager, Volunteerism [email protected] 212-251-2443


KIT PACKING EVENTS: United Way of New York City (UWNYC) can help organize in-house volunteer projects that support the work of our partner agencies.

10-100 PPL

All Months

Monday-Friday

All Time of

the Day

Manhattan

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U N I V E R S I T Y N E I G H B O R H O O D H O U S I N G P R O G R A M

A D U L T E D U C A T I O N & S K I L L D E V E L O P M E N T □ C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H □ H E A L T H & W E L L N E S S □ H O U S I N G & H O M E L E S S N E S S □ H U N G E R

& F O O D I N S E C U R I T Y □ P E O P L E W I T H D I S A B I L I T I E S □ S E N I O R S □ F R E E I N C O M E T A X P R O G R A M

A B O U T Mission: to create, preserve, and improve affordable housing and bring needed resources to the Northwest Bronx. In collaboration, UNHP offers financial and housing services for free to community residents.

C O N T A C T Raniel Perez Financial Assistant and Program Manager for the NWBRC [email protected] 718-933-3101


VOLUNTEERING for UNHP’S VITA TAX PROGRAM: Preparing tax returns for clients

2-12 PPL

January-April

Wednesday & Saturday

Wednesdays:

12pm-6pm Saturdays: 9am-4pm

Bronx


VOLUNTEERING for UNHP’S VITA TAX PROGRAM: Preparing tax returns for clients

2-12 PPL

January-April, 7-14 hrs/month

req.

Wednesday

& Saturday

Wednesdays:

12pm-6pm Saturdays: 9am-4pm

Bronx

94


YE A R UP A D U L T E D U C A T I O N & S K I L L S D E V E L O P M E N T

□ M E N T O R I N G

A B O U T Year Up mentees need additional help navigating through the early months of their internships. Year Up would like Mentors to have corporate experience & connections within Fortune 500 companies, with an emphasis on our major tracks, IT & Finance, and General Business Administration. We would like the connections fostered early in the New Year, as to aid the mentee through some of the unspoken expectations of work culture, social cues, nuances, etc. ABOUT YEAR UP Year Up provides talented and motivated young adults with the skills, experience, and support that will empower them to reach their potential through professional careers and higher education. Year Up is a one-year, intensive training program that provides low-income young adults, ages 18-24, with a combination of hands-on skills development, coursework eligible for college credit, corporate internships, and wraparound support.

Y E S ! We can curate a specific event for you! C O N T A C T Regina Wllson Engagement Specialist [email protected] 917-549-9098


MENTOR PROGRAM: Year Up mentees need additional help navigating through the early months of their internships. Year Up would like Mentors to have corporate experience & connections within Fortune 500 companies, with an emphasis on our major tracks, IT & Finance, and General Business Administration.

100-135 PPL

All Months, 7-9 months

commitment req.

Any Day of the Week

All day,

1 hr/month req.

Manhattan

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