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New York Cares Snapshot
New York Cares exists to turn passion into action, leverage resources through partnership, and create long-lasting change across New York City. We've become the City's leading volunteer management organization by adapting and responding to our most pressing community needs – from everyday challenges like food insecurity and educational inequity to relief efforts in response to 9/11 and the COVID-19 pandemic.
We foster dynamic relationships with all stakeholders by committing to our core values: equity, humanity and trust. We see value in each of our stakeholders. Be it our volunteers, donors, staff, or community partners; we know we work best when we work together. When new challenges arise, we look to our network of over 1,000 nonprofits, schools, and government agencies across the 5 boroughs to inform our response. We build trust with our 50,000 annual volunteers who give of their time and skills to meet the current needs.
As we grow our team, we are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. New York Cares is dedicated to fostering a workplace where every employee feels valued, finds a place of belonging, and brings their authentic self to work.
We foster dynamic relationships with all stakeholders by committing to our core values: equity, humanity and trust. We see value in each of our stakeholders. Be it our volunteers, donors, staff, or community partners; we know we work best when we work together. When new challenges arise, we look to our network of over 1,000 nonprofits, schools, and government agencies across the 5 boroughs to inform our response. We build trust with our 50,000 annual volunteers who give of their time and skills to meet the current needs.
As we grow our team, we are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. New York Cares is dedicated to fostering a workplace where every employee feels valued, finds a place of belonging, and brings their authentic self to work.
Since our founding in 1987, we've been committed to meeting pressing needs by engaging caring New Yorkers in volunteer service.
THE BACKGROUND
In 1987, a group of friends became frustrated trying to volunteer. Calling places to find opportunities was slow. It was a challenge both for volunteers and the nonprofits that needed help. The answer? A centralized way of recruiting, training, and placing volunteers. And so, New York Cares was born!
Since then, we've gone on to inspire hundreds of similar organizations across the country. Starting small with a few staff members, we’re now a seasoned nonprofit with 35 years of experience managing volunteers.
WHERE WE ARE NOW
Like many New Yorkers, you might know us from our annual Coat Drive (which we’ve run for 34 years). Maybe you’ve seen the iconic image of the Statue of Liberty shivering, and even donated a coat. Still, it might surprise you to know that we run programs year-round, addressing issues like hunger, homelessness, educational inequity, and the environment.
Our volunteers serve in schools, soup kitchens, senior centers, public parks, libraries, and other nonprofits. We provide volunteer projects in all five boroughs, designed to suit your schedule and your interests.
ADAPTING TO SHIFTING CIRCUMSTANCES
Our flexible approach to volunteering means we can change with the times. From 9/11 to Hurricane Sandy to COVID-19, we’ve been able to engage volunteers and quickly send them where they’re needed most. Learn more about our programs and how to become a volunteer.
NEW YORK CARES BY THE NUMBERS
- Last year, 20,000 caring New Yorkers filled more than 67,000 volunteer positions
- Our staff supervises hundreds of volunteer projects each month.
- We work with over 400 nonprofits, schools, and government agencies at locations around NYC
- New York Cares receives generous funding from individuals (38%), foundations and corporations (58%), and government sources (4%)
THE BACKGROUND
In 1987, a group of friends became frustrated trying to volunteer. Calling places to find opportunities was slow. It was a challenge both for volunteers and the nonprofits that needed help. The answer? A centralized way of recruiting, training, and placing volunteers. And so, New York Cares was born!
Since then, we've gone on to inspire hundreds of similar organizations across the country. Starting small with a few staff members, we’re now a seasoned nonprofit with 35 years of experience managing volunteers.
WHERE WE ARE NOW
Like many New Yorkers, you might know us from our annual Coat Drive (which we’ve run for 34 years). Maybe you’ve seen the iconic image of the Statue of Liberty shivering, and even donated a coat. Still, it might surprise you to know that we run programs year-round, addressing issues like hunger, homelessness, educational inequity, and the environment.
Our volunteers serve in schools, soup kitchens, senior centers, public parks, libraries, and other nonprofits. We provide volunteer projects in all five boroughs, designed to suit your schedule and your interests.
ADAPTING TO SHIFTING CIRCUMSTANCES
Our flexible approach to volunteering means we can change with the times. From 9/11 to Hurricane Sandy to COVID-19, we’ve been able to engage volunteers and quickly send them where they’re needed most. Learn more about our programs and how to become a volunteer.
NEW YORK CARES BY THE NUMBERS
- Last year, 20,000 caring New Yorkers filled more than 67,000 volunteer positions
- Our staff supervises hundreds of volunteer projects each month.
- We work with over 400 nonprofits, schools, and government agencies at locations around NYC
- New York Cares receives generous funding from individuals (38%), foundations and corporations (58%), and government sources (4%)
