Organization Category: Jobs

FRIENDS OF AUTISTIC PEOPLE

Founded in 1997, Friends of Autistic People is a non-profit, parents’ support group dedicated to bringing about an environment where adult children with autism can be assured of receiving high-quality care and assistance after they turn 21. FAP is the only charitable organization in Connecticut that advocates appropriate services for adults on the entire spectrum […]

Written by on March 24, 2014

ANIMAL RIGHTS ALLIANCE

Nonprofit organization, begun in 1988, dedicated to ending all forms of animal suffering and exploitation through education and personal involvement.

Written by on March 19, 2014

VOLUNTEERS ON CALL

Volunteers On Call is a 501(c)3 dedicated to creating, coordinating, and strengthening service opportunities for residents of Fairfield County. They aim to mobilize the local community in the common goal of service.

Written by on March 17, 2014

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF COASTAL FAIRFIELD COUNTY

Habitat for Humanity of Coastal Fairfield County (Habitat CFC) is the local affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI). Habitat CFC is an independent, locally run, IRS 501(c) (3) organization, headquartered in Bridgeport and working throughout Coastal Fairfield County. Habitat CFC was founded in 1985 as Habitat for Humanity of Greater Bridgeport, and has now […]

Written by on March 16, 2014

GREENWICH PUBLIC SCHOOLS PRESCHOOL PROGRAM

Year-round integrated preschool programs for 3 and 4 year olds with special needs and regularly developing children. Admissions for regularly developing children are by lottery. Programs are located in elementary schools around Greenwich.

Written by on March 4, 2014

LIONS CLUB OF OLD GREENWICH

Local branch of an international service organization dedicated to the prevention of blindness and helping the blind and sight impaired. It was founded in 1933, and membership is open to all.

Written by on March 1, 2014

MOTHERS AGAINST DRUNK DRIVING, CONNECTICUT CHAPTER

Local chapter of a national organization providing support groups and information for victims of drunk drivers. It’s mission is to stop drunk driving, support victims of this violent crime, and prevent underage drinking. Phone service and the website are available in Spanish.

Written by on February 27, 2014

GOODWILL OF WESTERN & NORTHERN CONNECTICUT – CAREER CENTER & DONATION CENTER

Goodwill – Greenwich is part of Goodwill of Western & Northern Connecticut. They serve people with disabilities, economic disadvantages and other barriers to employment. Their mission is to help people achieve independence and self-sufficiency through job training and other support services. Goodwill – Greenwich is a Donation and Career Center. You must deliver your donation to a […]

Written by on February 25, 2014

BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA, GREENWICH COUNCIL & CAMP SETON

Chartered in 1912 to serve Greenwich, this is the only independent chapter of a national nonprofit organization dedicated to instilling ethical values in young boys.  Advancement is the process by which youth members progress from rank to rank in the Scouting program. To advance, a youth member fulfills specific requirements, usually including active participation, skill […]

Written by on February 25, 2014

INCLUDEnyc (RESOURCES FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS, INC.)

Founded in 1983 by three New York mothers, RCSN serves families of children and young adults in NYC with all disabilities – social, cognitive, physical, and behavioral – with an emphasis on the city’s highest-needs families and communities, and the organizations that serve them.  They focus on individual advocacy, specialized trainings and community awareness events. […]

Written by on February 25, 2014