We are the largest volunteer organization in New York City.
In 1987, a group of friends who wanted to volunteer found themselves frustrated by a fractured nonprofit landscape, making opportunities hard to find. They wanted a centralized way to organize efforts and access communities. And New York Cares was born.
Our mission is simple: meet pressing community needs by mobilizing caring New Yorkers in volunteer service.
Join us as we help students head back to school in the fall, warm up New York in the winter, revitalize parks in the spring, and make the most of the summer break.
From the Bronx to Brooklyn, our programs are designed to meet our communities' most pressing needs.
The happiest, most productive employees believe their efforts matter. When you partner with New York Cares, you give your team the opportunity to make their work count.
Explore volunteer opportunities across education, food prep, sports, senior support, sustainability, and more. If you want to lead a project, apply to become a Team Leader.