Organization Category: Volunteer Opportunities

OPTIMUS HEALTH CARE

Founded in 1976, this is a nonprofit health-care agency. They help the medically underserved by providing preventive, primary care and supplemental health care services along with health education in a culturally sensitive manner regardless of ones ability to pay. Complete health care services, regardless of race, income and insurance status.

Written by on March 24, 2014

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

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

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

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

GREENWICH ROTARY CLUB

Greenwich Rotary club is an organization of professional men and women working or living in the Greenwich community. Rotary’s commitment is “Service above Self” channeled through Club, Vocational, Community, International, and Youth services.

Written by on February 6, 2014

TAX ASSISTANCE PROGRAM AT GREENWICH TOWN HALL – AARP

Free, Seasonal Tax Program, staffed by certified volunteers from the Greenwich Community and the Retired Men’s Association / RMA in association with the AARP.  The program offers assistance for taxpayers who need help preparing their federal and state tax returns. Walk-in help, no appointment necessary. For married couples filing jointly, both will have to sign return. BRING […]

Written by on February 2, 2014

LIBERATION PROGRAMS INC.

Private, nonprofit substance abuse prevention and treatment program.  They offer comprehensive drug and alcohol prevention and treatment programs, diagnosis, detoxification, methadone services, eating disorders, residential, halfway, transitional housing programs, outpatient services,  community education programs,  information and referrals.  The Liberation Team caters to the area’s poor and working poor with service offerings for older adults, men, […]

Written by on November 25, 2013

GREENWICH MILITARY COVENANT OF CARE

Founded in 2009, this local chapter is one of 800 covenant groups nationwide.  They provide support to Military Families.   The group’s purpose is not to duplicate what the Government does, but to fill in the gaps.

Written by on November 6, 2013