Greenwich United Way
A support group, for people having problems with money and debt. Debtors Anonymous is patterned after Alcoholics Anonymous. They use the 12 Steps, 12 Traditions, and 12 Tools of Debtors Anonymous to guide in recovery. It is suggested you attend six Debtors Anonymous (DA) meetings in a period of two weeks before you decide if DA […]
Nationwide nonprofit organization, founded in 1981, which arranges free air travel for cancer patients and bone marrow donors and recipients to or from recognized treatment centers by using empty seats on corporate aircrafts. There is no financial need requirement to use this service, but the patient must be able to walk and cannot require any […]
Founded in 1996, this nonprofit organization provides clothing for low-income women who are going into or returning to the work force. Referrals are through government agencies, including homeless or domestic violence shelters, immigration services, and job training programs. Each client receives one suit for interviewing and another when she gets a job.
A regional branch of a national nonprofit organization founded in 1904. They recruit, screen and train caring adults to act as mentors and then match them with children. They operate on the premise that a one-to-one relationship with an adult provides the support a child needs to grow and mature into a responsible adult. No […]
Founded in 1949, this is a non-profit, all volunteer organization sends books in response to specific requests from Peace Corps volunteers, libraries and schools all over the world. Books are also donated to libraries, prisons, hospitals, and Native American and Appalachian groups in the United States. The lobby of the building is open 24 hours […]
Built in 1916, this community service agency offers athletic, educational, and recreational programs for youth, teens, adults, and seniors. The building is on the National Historic Register. It is a United Way agency.
The Greenwich High School Student Loan Fund offers financial assistance to GREENWICH HIGH SCHOOL graduates for full-time college undergraduate education by providing interest-free loans of up to $5,000 a year (12 month period) for four years. New applications must be submitted for each year a loan is requested. The education may be technical preparation as […]
Development Fund, Inc was established in 1989 as a nonprofit organization to finance the development of affordable housing. Since then, it has grown to a loan fund with over $93 million in funds under management that encompasses programs for pre-development, acquisition, rehabilitation, and construction of affordable housing as well as down payment and closing cost […]
Local branch of a national nonprofit health agency dedicated to finding treatments and cures for muscular dystrophy, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and other neuromuscular diseases. They fund worldwide research; by providing comprehensive health care services and support to MDA families nationwide; and by rallying communities to fight back through advocacy, fundraising and local engagement.
Twelve-step support group for men and women who suffer from clutter and disorganization in their lives.
Student Employment Service helps employers who want to fill jobs find Greenwich Students and Graduates (Ages 14 – 25) looking for work. Jobs range from one-time or temporary assignments to regular part-time and full-time positions and community service work. The service is free to both to Students and Employers, thanks to the sponsorship of Greenwich […]
This nonprofit alliance began as an advocacy group in 1998. They are dedicated to eliminating the effects of Lyme and other tick-borne illnesses. Their mission is to prevent the spread, develop diagnostic tools and treatments, and ultimately find a cure by supporting research, education, and the acquisition and dissemination of information.
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