Greenwich Free Press (https://greenwichfreepress.com/category/around-town/volunteering/page/14/)
Greenwich resident, Quentin Ball, raised over $1,000 this past weekend for I Challenge Myself, a NYC-based nonprofit that uses cycling and fitness to improve the lives of underserved students. Continue Reading →
While Peanut the squirrel and his “hooman” dad Mark Longo remain famous online, on terra firma much has changed. Mark recalls posting a video of his breakfast with Peanut, and how it led to an introduction to Dani, who would become his wife. Inspired by Peanut, Mark and Dani run a non-profit animal sanctuary in upstate New York on 350 acres. Today there are over 300 animals, including 57 horses rescued from slaughter. Continue Reading →
Greenwich United Way will host a Reading Champions Seminar and Open House on September 26, 12:30-2:30 pm at Greenwich Town Hall, providing a great opportunity to learn more about the program and how to get involved. Continue Reading →
A highlight of this year’s announcement is the establishment of a pivotal new role within the Board of Directors — the Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging. This significant position will be spearheaded by Tiffanie Gray, reflecting the League’s deepened commitment to fostering diversity and inclusivity within its operations and community initiatives. Continue Reading →
Paddlers can join the Flotilla, which launches from Cove Island Park in Stamford and Weed Beach in Darien. Designed to be achievable for all ages and experience levels, the four-mile route will end at Boccuzzi Park in Stamford, where participants can enjoy a celebratory lunch and music on the beach. Continue Reading →
Following a recent leave of absence due to ill health, Lucy Langley, Co-Executive Director of The Undies Project, has decided this is the right time for her to retire. Continue Reading →
Neighbor to Neighbor celebrated more than 8000 deliveries in partnership with DoorDash’s Project DASH as part of its national celebration of over 6 million deliveries made through Project DASH. Continue Reading →
Minnetta Arlotti and Gia Elezaj started a chapter of GlamourGals in Greenwich. Members visit seniors at The Mews on the first Sunday of every month, offering manicures, conversation and cookies. This week they passed their volunteer torch to their younger sisters, Scarlett and Gemma. Continue Reading →
On Saturday Thomas McKinney partnered with Greenwich Green & Clean on yet another organized cleanup effort – this time in the heart of Cos Cob. Continue Reading →
Claire Yu founded GirlGolf to help address the barriers that keep girls from being able to play golf. Continue Reading →