Organization Category: Volunteer Opportunities

FAMILY REENTRY

Begun in 1984, this nonprofit organization is dedicated to reducing crime by counseling criminal offenders and their families. It works within all areas of the criminal justice system, acting as […]

Written by on August 5, 2014

JEWISH FAMILY SERVICES OF GREENWICH

A non-discriminatory, social service agency established in 1983 whose mission is to improve the quality of life for families and individuals of all ages while embracing Jewish wisdom, tradition and compassion. […]

Written by on August 5, 2014

BIRTHRIGHT OF GREATER STAMFORD

Founded in 1968, Birthright takes a non-moralistic, non-judgmental approach toward helping women with unplanned pregnancy and pregnancy dilemmas.

Written by on August 1, 2014

YERWOOD CENTER

Begun in 1943, and later named after Dr. Joyce Yerwood, the first black female doctor in Connecticut, this resource center provides education and personal development opportunities to Stamford’s diverse community. […]

Written by on July 25, 2014

URBAN LEAGUE OF SOUTHERN CONNECTICUT, INC.

Founded in 1969, this is one of over 100 local affiliates.  Their mission, at the Urban League of Southern Connecticut (ULSC),  is to enable African Americans and other minority groups […]

Written by on July 24, 2014

GREENWICH LIBRARY

Main branch of the Greenwich public library system.  Other Branches BYRAM SHUBERT, COS COB AND PERROT MEMORIAL. Collections include fiction, nonfiction, large print books, downloadable library, general reference, business services, […]

Written by on July 24, 2014

CONNECTICUT COMMISSION ON COMMUNITY SERVICE

The Commission  administers programs under the National and Community Service Trust Act of 1993. The Commission is dedicated to supporting service and civic engagement to strengthen communities throughout Connecticut. In […]

Written by on July 22, 2014

SPECIAL OLYMPICS CONNECTICUT

Local branch of an international volunteer organization providing year-round training, athletic competitions, sports, and recreation events for mentally-challenged individuals. The Southwest region is comprised of 3,198 athletes and partners competing […]

Written by on July 22, 2014

GREENWICH BOARD OF EDUCATION

Town board responsible for the public schools.  It sets policy and standards for teachers; decides grade organization and district boundaries; manages school properties; negotiates teachers’ contracts; and hires the Superintendent […]

Written by on July 21, 2014

AMERICAN RED CROSS – GREENWICH CHAPTER

Greenwich Chapter of international nonprofit and humanitarian organization chartered in 1914. The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers, […]

Written by on July 15, 2014